Clergy

Fr. Vasileios Flegas

Protopresbyter / Parish Priest

Fr. Vasilios Flegas has served as the priest of Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church, located in Austin, Texas, since 2010. He and his family—including his Presvytera and their daughter—joined the parish that year, helping shepherd the growing community through its continued spiritual and physical formation.

Under his pastoral leadership, the parish has flourished in both fellowship and infrastructure. Notably, the congregation completed its current Mount Tabor Community Center and expanded facilities—which include classrooms, a large banquet hall, and a commercial kitchen—officially opening in January 2025 Austin Greek Festival.

In his role, Fr. Vasilios presides over liturgical services, guidance, and the pastoral care of a vibrant parish of over 200 families—emphasizing both liturgical tradition and outreach in the Austin community.

Fr. George P. Bithos

Proestamenos / Presiding Priest

Father George Bithos brings a rich and varied background to his ministry at Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church in Austin. After a 28‑year career as a reconstructive dentist, he pursued advanced theological study and earned a PhD in Orthodox Theology and Byzantine History from the University of Durham. Before his ordination as Priest, he served faithfully as a deacon, and his commitment to service also extended into statewide advocacy as the Independent Ombudsman for Texas State Supported Living Centers. On September 20, 2020, he was ordained to the Holy Priesthood and appointed Assistant Priest at Transfiguration, where he has become known for his engaging “Orthodox 101” classes—the parish’s primary educational path for catechumens. These candid, accessible sessions offer a comprehensive foundation in the Orthodox Faith, exploring the Church Year, the Holy Sacraments, the Ecumenical Councils, and the role of the Theotokos, forming the spiritual basis that helps integrate seekers into the lived experience of the Church. Many of his teachings are shared through his Orthodox Praxis blog for wider parish access.

Dn. Salvatore M. Fazio

Deacon

Deacon Sal was ordained to the Holy Diaconate on December 20, 2009. He and his wife Diakonissa Angela have two sons Andreas and Elias. In his secular career, Dn. Sal is a Principal in an Electrical Engineering Consulting firm. Dn. Sal, a Master in Martial Arts, and Diakonissa, who is a Martial Arts instructor, personal trainer, and wellness educator, work together in their business Christian Martial Fitness. Their mission is to encourage others to TRAIN HARD, STAY PRAYERFUL AND LIVE HEALTHY. Dn. Sal has also been the Diaconate Program Director of Outreach for Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology (HCHC) in Brookline, MA since February of 2017. He is a guest speaker, organizer, and supporter of diaconate retreats and events to strengthen diaconate fellowship in communities throughout the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.

Dn. Stephen Dow