The rumors of Tommy Papadopolous’s annual Bike Blessing and Ride being the last one ever, as humorist Mark Twain once said, were greatly exaggerated — sort of.
The Rev. Ted Poteres, left, catches Robert Woolsey, seated, and Amanda Swanson with holy water during the 10th annual Bike Blessing out of Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church on May 18. Proceeds from the ride are given to Riley’s Children’s Health hospital in Indianapolis.
“We’re doing it for the kids,” he said as he surveyed the lot. “I do it out of my heart, and anyone is welcome. And we didn’t shy away during COVID — we just made sure to keep our distance from each other,” Papadopolous said. “I always say I’m done, but I’m probably not,” he said. “I think I’m going to be able to get more help next year, though.”
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