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24.03.2020 | 17:52
Measures on Cyprus due to coronavirus
Cyprus President Nicos Anastasiades also announced stricter measures for the east Mediterranean island republic, including a ban on people in places of religious worship. The measure extends to April 13. In a related development, the Holy Metropolis of Limassol announced that the Vespers service for Wednesday’s Feast Day of the Annunciation will be celebrated in…
24.03.2020 | 17:42
Stricter measures enacted in Holy Land due to Covid-19
Israel on Monday announced even stricter measures to curb non-essential movement in public spaces, as the Mideast country has already suspended the entry of non-Israeli citizens to Israel. The Palestinian authority has also closed-off entire areas, as part of efforts to reduce exposure to the Covid-19 virus. As a result, strict restrictions apply to the…
24.03.2020 | 17:29
This year’s events to mark anniversary of start of Greek War of Independence muted due to coronavirus
The anniversary of the start of Greek War of Independence, annually celebrated on March 25, this year comes with the east Mediterranean country in a virtual “lockdown”, due to the coronavirus pandemic. Military and pupils’ parades have been cancelled, while strict measures are in-force against non-essential travel and circulation in public. In a message issued…
24.03.2020 | 17:24
Church today commemorates Forefeast of the Annunciation of the Theotokos
The Church today commemorates the Forefeast of the Annunciation of the Theotokos. The Church also venerates the memory of Artemon the Presbyter, bishop of Seleucia, in Mesopotamia.
24.03.2020 | 17:04
Patriarchate of Georgia – Metropolitan of Gori and Ateni blessed the Military Hospital
The Metropolitan of Gori and Ateni, Archbishop Andrew (Gvazava) blessed the yard of Giorgi Abramishvili Military Hospital together with the clergy of the Diocese. Hospital Director Davit Barliani attended the blessing ceremony. Giorgi Abramishvili Military Hospital of Defence Ministry was declared a quarantine zone on March 2 as part of measures to prevent the possible…
24.03.2020 | 16:26
His Eminence Metropolitan Evangelos of New Jersey issues his Encyclical on the Feast of the Annunciation 2020
His Eminence Metropolitan Evangelos of New Jersey has issued his Encyclical on the Feast of the Annunciation 2020. Read the full text below: Feast of the Annunciation 2020 The Very Reverend and Reverend Clergy Esteemed Members of the Metropolitan Council, Esteemed Members of the Parish Councils, Philoptochos Sisterhood, Faculty and Students of the…
24.03.2020 | 16:04
His Eminence Archbishop Nikitas of Thyateira and Great Britain issues his Encyclical for the Greek Independence Day
His Eminence Archbishop Nikitas of Thyateira and Great Britain has issued his Encyclical for the Greek Independence Day. Read the full text below: Archbishop’s Encyclical on the Anniversary of 25 March 1821 Ref. No.: Α00232 March 25th is a day that brings us twofold joy as we celebrate both our Holy Orthodox Faith and…
24.03.2020 | 15:44
Governor of Sinai to monks of St. Catherine’s Monastery: We are by your side
The Governor of the South Sinai, Khaled Fouda, expressed his support to the monks of St. Catherine’s monastery in Sinai and stressed that all authorities would be by the side of the Greek Orthodox monastery. The adviser of Governor Khaled Fouda, Antonis Kazamias, conveyed the message of the greatest philhellene in Egypt. In his message,…
24.03.2020 | 15:28
His Eminence Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden issues his Encyclical for the Greek Independence Day
His Eminence Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden has issued his Encyclical for the Greek Independence Day. Read the full text below: Encyclical for the National Holiday of March 25, 1821 by His Eminence Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden Sunday, March 29, 2020 Your Excellencies and Most Honorable State Representatives and Civic Leaders, Reverend Fathers, Beloved Brethren in…
