Around 1921, at the beginning of work at a construction site in a neighbourhood of south Azotos (present Ashdod), the digging machine uncovered mosaics of an old Byzantine Holy Church, with the result that the Archaeological Service of Israel intervened and prohibited the continuation of the works. Ever since the specific plot remained empty and…

The Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States of America has consistently and unequivocally recognized the full humanity of every person beginning at the moment of conception. This position is informed by Scripture and Holy Tradition and is validated by modern science, which confirms that a new, distinct human organism comes into existence…

Invites applications for the position of: Marketing & Communications Associate The National Philoptochos Marketing & Communications Associate is responsible for managing the day-to-day public relations and marketing activities for the Society. The candidate for this role will have excellent organization, time management, and communication skills. This is a New York City based position. The Marketing…

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, We have now arrived at our little Lent that precedes our Little Pascha for the All-Holy Virgin Mother of God. Throughout these days of the Holy Fast for her Dormition, we chant with fervor and love the Canon we know as the Paraklesis. In one of the first hymns…

As the safety and good health of our campers, staff, and families remains the top priority at the Metropolis of Boston Camp, and the dedicated team of medical staff, led by Dr. John Kroger and nurse Despina Stavros, and legal counsel, Mark Rouvalis. These individuals are leading the charge through navigating the various CDC, American…

His Grace Bishop Athenagoras of Nazianzos was asked by His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to represent Him, for the first time as a bishop, for the feast of St. Irene Chrysovalantou at the Sacred Patriarchal and Stavropegial Monastery of St. Irene Chrysovalantou in Astoria, New York. It was fitting since St. Irene Chrysovalantou was from…

This summer, Metropolis of Chicago’s ministry HOPE partnered with the Northern Illinois Food Bank to offer a Mobile Pantry in support of local community members and neighbors in need of groceries. With the support of The Greek Orthodox Church of St. Demetrios in Elmhurst, IL, which hosted the pantry at the parish, we were able…

My beloved Brothers and children in Christ, I am convinced that, following the example of your parents, grandparents—namely those who bravely travelled to the Antipodes and consolidated the presence of Hellenism within the Fifth Continent—you also hold today in your hearts the same Greek Orthodox values and traditions, and you continue to honour your identity…

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