Sponsor A Runner

 Hi, I’m Fr. Samuel T. Samuel, and I’m honored to be running (or walking briskly!) in our 1st Annual 5K Charity Run in support of our beloved St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. As a priest, I’ve spent many years encouraging others to run the spiritual race and today, I’m putting that into literal action! I’m proud to join our community in this beautiful effort to support the Church and strengthen our fellowship, one step at a time. 

Hi, my name is George Kaldas. I’m honored to be running in the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run in support of my home parish, St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. This event is a beautiful way to bring our community together, promote health, and support a cause that’s close to my heart. Whether I’m walking or running, I’m grateful for the chance to give back to the church and community that have given me so much. 

  Hi, I’m Abanoub Bakheet, and I’m running in the 1st Annual Faith in Motion 5K to support St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago, a place that means a lot to me and to many others in our community. This isn’t just a run for me, it’s a chance to give back, to bring people together, and to support the mission of our church in a fun and meaningful way. I believe in the impact this event will have, and I’m proud to take part in something meaningful. Your support, whether through a donation or just cheering me on, helps bring that vision to life.  

Hi, I’m Marina Attalla—and no, I didn’t write this bio… so the team wrote one for me! I love my church, I love my community, and I clearly love to run (or at least will show up). I’m proud to be part of the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run supporting St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. Let’s go! 

Hi, I’m Christina Mikhail—and no, I didn’t write this bio… so the team wrote one for me! I love my church, I love my community, and I clearly love to run (or at least will show up). I’m proud to be part of the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run supporting St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. Let’s go! 

Hi, I’m Youssef Khalil—and no, I didn’t write this bio… so the team wrote one for me! I love my church, I love my community, and I clearly love to run (or at least will show up). I’m proud to be part of the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run supporting St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. Let’s go! 

Hi, I’m Reda Abd—and no, I didn’t write this bio… so the team wrote one for me! I love my church, I love my community, and I clearly love to run (or at least will show up). I’m proud to be part of the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run supporting St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. Let’s go

 Hi, I'm Anthony Hanna, and I'm running for the kids!
 

Hi, I’m Diana Mekhiel—and no, I didn’t write this bio… so the team wrote one for me! I love my church, I love my community, and I clearly love to run (or at least will show up). I’m proud to be part of the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run supporting St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. Let’s go

 Hi I'm Sherry Moawad, and I'm running to raise money for my beautiful church!
 

Hi, I’m Melissa Morcos—and no, I didn’t write this bio… so the team wrote one for me! I love my church, I love my community, and I clearly love to run (or at least will show up). I’m proud to be part of the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run supporting St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. Let’s go

Hi, I’m Arsanious Boctor—and no, I didn’t write this bio… so the team wrote one for me! I love my church, I love my community, and I clearly love to run (or at least will show up). I’m proud to be part of the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run supporting St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. Let’s go

Hi, I’m Lydia Rizk and I've always dreamed of running a 5K, but I never fully committed—until now. This time, I’m all in. I’m excited, determined, and proud to be running my very first 5K with my church community! This run isn’t just about hitting a personal milestone—it's also about giving back. I’m running to help raise funds for my church, a place that has supported me and so many others. Every step I take is a step toward something bigger than myself. Please consider supporting me on this journey—whether it’s through encouragement, prayers, or a donation of any size. Your support means the world to me and will help make a real difference. Let’s do this together! 

Hi, I’m Nagui Hanna—and no, I didn’t write this bio… so the team wrote one for me! I love my church, I love my community, and I clearly love to run (or at least will show up). I’m proud to be part of the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run supporting St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. Let’s go

Hi, I’m George Ibrahim—and no, I didn’t write this bio… so the team wrote one for me! I love my church, I love my community, and I clearly love to run (or at least will show up). I’m proud to be part of the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run supporting St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. Let’s go

Hi, I’m Andrew Mina and  
I’m running to beat everyone… oh yeah, and for Church 

Hi, I’m Virina Boctor—and no, I didn’t write this bio… so the team wrote one for me! I love my church, I love my community, and I clearly love to run (or at least will show up). I’m proud to be part of the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run supporting St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. Let’s go

Hi, I’m Youssef Fahmi—and no, I didn’t write this bio… so the team wrote one for me! I love my church, I love my community, and I clearly love to run (or at least will show up). I’m proud to be part of the 1st Annual 5K Charity Run supporting St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church of Chicago. Let’s go

Hi, I’m James Moawad, and if our parish priests are running or walking, then I’d better do the same 😁 

Hi, I’m Nicholas Moawad, and I’m running to raise money for the church that has given me so much. I hope to fight the good fight and finish the race (II Timothy 4:7).