Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, who from the outset of Archbishop Anastasios of Albania's serious health problem expressed his heartfelt brotherly support, has also sent a letter of sympathy to the hospitalized Archbishop. The Ecumenical Patriarch reiterated his wishes for Archbishop Anastasios of Albania's speedy and full recovery, hoping for his swift…| Orthodox Times (en)
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew attended the Divine Liturgy on Saturday, January 11, 2025, officiated by Metropolitan Stephanos of Kallioupolis and Madytos. During the service, a memorial was held for the repose of the soul of the late Leonidas Asteris, the former Protopsaltis of the Great Church of Christ. The service was…| Orthodox Times (en)
The condition of Archbishop Anastasios of Albania remains critical following emergency surgery to address a severe bleeding episode. The Archbishop underwent the procedure yesterday and was subsequently transferred to the ICU for further care. "The next 48 hours are considered critical," stated a medical bulletin released yesterday. On Friday afternoon,…| Orthodox Times (en)
Today, December 1, 2024, significant promotions were announced within the Patriarchal Court at the Ecumenical Patriarchate. During the Divine Liturgy at the Patriarchal Church, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew conferred the new title of Grand Archimandrite upon the former Grand Syncellus, Iakovos (Krochak). In addition, the Holy and Sacred Synod, following a…| Orthodox Times (en)