Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has called on European Union leaders in Brussels to support a ceasefire proposal aimed at securing peace in Ukraine. "Everyone must ensure that Russia, as the sole instigator of this war, recognizes the necessity of ending it. This can be achieved through two forms of ceasefire…| Orthodox Times (en)
“Rejoice, unfading rose. Rejoice, the only one who budded forth the unfading apple. Rejoice, birth-giver of the aromatic balm of the King of all. Rejoice, O Bride unwedded, the world’s salvation.” Introduction The Akathist Hymn is a profound, devotional poem, which sings the praises of the Holy Mother and Ever-Virgin…| Orthodox Times (en)
These holy Bishops were sent to Cherson on the Black Sea by Hermon, Bishop of Jerusalem, in the days of Diocletian, about the year 300, to preach the Gospel. Ephraim and Basileus were sent first. Basileus raised to life the dead son of a local ruler, because of which many…| Orthodox Times (en)
In the 2025 Encyclical for the Sunday of Orthodoxy, Archbishop Elpidophoros of America and the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the USA reflect on the restoration of holy icons and its significance for the unity of the Orthodox Church. The Assembly highlights the decision of the 7th Ecumenical Council…| Orthodox Times (en)
Archbishop Elpidophoros of America delivered a heartfelt and inspiring address at the ordination of Deacon Anastasios Halas on the Feast of the Great Martyr Saint Barbara. The ceremony, held at Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church in Orange, Connecticut, was marked by profound spiritual significance. In his address, Archbishop Elpidophoros emphasized…| Orthodox Times (en)