His Beatitude Archbishop Ieronymos of Athens received a courtesy visit from the members of the Board of Directors of the Halki Theologians’ Residence. On behalf of all members, the president extended heartfelt wishes to the Archbishop on the occasion of his recent name day celebration. They also expressed their gratitude for his continuous support and…

With the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, the Archdiocesan District Clergy Syndesmos was held on Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at St. Paraskevi Greek Orthodox Church in Greenlawn, NY. Following the celebration of the Divine Liturgy, the clergy of the District heard a presentation from the National Archdiocesan Chancellor, His Grace Bishop Nektarios…

By the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, the Very Reverend Archimandrite Pedro Gomez has been appointed as the new Assistant Pastor of the historic and loving community of Saints Demetrios and Catherine in Astoria, Queens, NY. Also pictured here is Direct Archdiocesan District Chancellor and Protopresbyter of the Ecumenical Throne Elias Villis….

In a significant development concerning Saint Catherine’s Monastery in Mount Sinai—one of the most ancient symbols of Christian spiritual and historical heritage—the European Parliament has raised alarm over a critical issue threatening the continuity of this historic monastery, which is considered one of the oldest continuously inhabited monasteries in the world. This follows a recent…

On 17 June 2025, His Beatitude Patriarch Theodore II of Alexandria and All Africa solemnly commemorated the 35th anniversary of his ordination as Bishop of Cyrene by his late predecessor, Patriarch Parthenios III, which took place on 17 June 1990. With humility and deep gratitude toward the Shepherd of the Church, Patriarch Theodore II celebrated…

By His Grace Bishop Prodromos of Toliara and Southern Madagascar It was morning, the earth still held the moisture of the night, and the sky spread clear over the humble houses of the village. We had just arrived – a small bag in our hands, filled with a few sweets, and yet, as if I…

The Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Moldova and the Metropolis of Bessarabia have agreed to protect a historic monument in Dubăsarii Vechi. The partnership concerns the Church of “Archangel Michael” and the necropolis of the Donici and Macri families in Dubăsarii Vechi, both of which are listed in the official Register of Cultural…

“In the context of the recent acts of war unfolding in the Holy Land, we inform you that our Romanian settlements in the Holy Land — the Representation in Jerusalem and the Romanian Settlement in the biblical city of Jericho — are safe,” announced Archimandrite Teofil Anăstăsoaie, the representative of the Romanian Patriarchate in the…

The Very Reverend Archimandrite Ephraim, Abbot of the Holy and Great Monastery of Vatopedi on Mount Athos, will bring the honourable skull of Saint John Chrysostom to Bucharest in July. This privileged occasion will allow people to venerate the relic of Saint John Chrysostom in Bucharest. Summer feast of Saint Demetrius This event will take…