Greek Catholic Union Opens Ski Weekends to Non-members

BEAVER, PA – In response to the recent cold and snowy weather, the Greek Catholic Union (GCU), announced this week the dates for their 3 ski weekends, with a change in the events’ structure to invite non-member groups from regional churches to be a part of the fun. “These weekends promote the social benefits of belonging to a fraternal organization and allow members an opportunity to introduce new friends and family to the GCU,” states Fraternal Director, Christie Petty. “The GCU has always promoted events within our churches as many parishioners are members. We have always welcomed guests but by announcing this change it may allow more families and youth groups the opportunity to join in on a social weekend at a discount.”

Ski packages are available for the weekend of January 23, 2010 at both Big Boulder Resort in the Pocono Mountains, Pennsylvania and Boyne Mountain in Michigan, as well as the weekend of January 30, 2010 at Hidden Valley Resort in the Laurel Mountains of Western Pennsylvania. Registration materials can be obtained on the Greek Catholic Union Website, www.gcuusa.com, or by calling the GCU Headquarters at 1-800-722-4428, extension 217.

ABOUT THE GREEK CATHOLIC UNION – Founded in 1892, the GCU is a Fraternal Benefits Society originally based in the Byzantine Catholic Church which now welcomes persons of all Christian faiths. The GCU provides insurance and other financial products to more than 38,000 members nationally, 70% of which reside in Pennsylvania. The GCU promotes fraternalism for its members through benevolent and community service programs, as well social and athletics events.