Bishop Timotei, head of the Romanian Orthodox Diocese of Spain and Portugal, has expressed solidarity with the Portuguese people following the Lisbon funicular accident on September 3, which killed 17 people and injured 21 others. In a message addressed to the President of Portugal and the Mayor of Lisbon, Bishop…| Orthodox Times (en)
Romanian Orthodox Bishop in Iberia sends solidarity message after deadly Lisbon funicular crash| Orthodox Times (en)
Romanian Orthodox Bishop in Iberia sends solidarity message after deadly Lisbon funicular crash| Orthodox Times (en)
The Archbishop of Cyprus at the Feast of Saint Mamas in Paphos| Orthodox Times (en)
The Archbishop of Cyprus at the Feast of Saint Mamas in Paphos| Orthodox Times (en)
Patriarch Daniel of the Romanian Orthodox Church has expressed condolences to Patriarch Rui Manuel Sousa Valério of Lisbon following a tragic accident in the Portuguese capital on September 3, 2025, which left 17 people dead and several others seriously injured. In his message, Patriarch Daniel said he was praying for…| Orthodox Times (en)
Patriarch John X of Antioch and All the East for the Greek Orthodox Church, received the Ambassador of Cyprus to Lebanon, Maria Hadjitheodosiou, accompanied by a delegation, at the Patriarchal headquarters in Balamand. The meeting highlighted the historic ties between the Church of Antioch and Cyprus, especially in light of…| Orthodox Times (en)
The Orthodox Church commemorates today Prophet Zachariah. The Holy Prophet Zachariah was a priest and was married to Elizabeth, but they had no children. One day, during a church service, Archangel Gabriel appeared to him and told him that his wife would give birth to a son, whose name would…| Orthodox Times (en)
All-Ukrainian Council of Churches throws the UOC ‘under the bus’: “It remains tied to Moscow”| Orthodox Times (en)
All-Ukrainian Council of Churches throws the UOC ‘under the bus’: “It remains tied to Moscow”| Orthodox Times (en)
All-Ukrainian Council of Churches throws the UOC ‘under the bus’: “It remains tied to Moscow”| Orthodox Times (en)
All-Ukrainian Council of Churches throws the UOC ‘under the bus’: “It remains tied to Moscow”| Orthodox Times (en)
Greek and Syrian FMs discuss strengthening ties, with emphasis on protecting christian populations| Orthodox Times (en)
The Orthodox Church commemorates Holy Martyr Emilian, from the Thracian city of Dorostolum and lived under Emperor Julian the Apostate. Martyr Emilian was a slave of a prominent idolater, who, when he learned that Emilian was a Christian, was so enraged that he fiercely tortured him and threatened him that…| Orthodox Times (en)
Clergy Assembly in Melbourne reaffirms unity and pastoral mission of the Church| Orthodox Times (en)
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…| Orthodox Times (en)
This morning, Archbishop Ieronymos of Athens and All Greece held a meeting with the Palestinian Ambassador, Mr. Yussef Dorkhom. During the meeting, Ambassador Dorkhom expressed his gratitude to the Archbishop for the warm reception and provided an update on the current situation in Gaza. The discussion was attended by Protopresbyter…| Orthodox Times (en)
On June 15th, the day dedicated to the memory of Saint Ieronymos the Polyglot, Archbishop Ieronymos II of Athens and All Greece celebrates his name day. In honor of this occasion, on the eve of the feast, Saturday, June 14th at 7:00 p.m., the Archbishop will preside over the Great…| Orthodox Times (en)
The Minister of Economy, Culture and Innovation of Albania, Blendi Gonxhja, visited today Archbishop John of Tirana, Durrës and All Albania. During the meeting, issues related to the economic independence of the Church and the support of its missionary activities were discussed. The protection of cultural heritage and monumental sites,…| Orthodox Times (en)
The Ambassador of the Kingdom of Sweden to Lebanon and Syria, Jessica Svardström, visited the Patriarchate of Antioch and All the East in order to offer her condolences for the victims of the terrorist attack that targeted the Church of the Prophet Elias in Damascus. The Ambassador was received by…| Orthodox Times (en)
On July 8, 2025, unknown individuals left a threatening letter on the outer door of the guesthouse (konaki) of the Holy Monastery of Esphigmenou in Karyes, Mount Athos, just 100 meters from the Police Directorate, the Holy Community building, and the Civil Administration building. Beyond insults directed at the Ecumenical…| Orthodox Times (en)
Metropolis of Sweden: Falling asleep in the Lord of Presbytera Delphine Lessage| Orthodox Times (en)
Metropolis of Sweden: Falling asleep in the Lord of Presbytera Delphine Lessage| Orthodox Times (en)
Metropolitan of Zambia presented awards to the athletes of the international track and field meeting “Dromia”| Orthodox Times (en)
Final Farewell to Metropolitan Andreas of Konitsa (PHOTOS & VIDEO) (upd)| Orthodox Times (en)
Metropolitan of Zambia presented awards to the athletes of the international track and field meeting “Dromia”| Orthodox Times (en)
Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis will pay an official visit to Mount Athos on Friday and Saturday, July 4–5. During his stay, the Prime Minister will visit Karyes, the administrative center of the monastic community, where he will meet with the abbots and representatives of the 20 Holy Monasteries, as…| Orthodox Times (en)
On Thursday, May 29, 2025, the Feast of the Ascension of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ—also known as Spasovdan— Serbian Patriarch Porfirije presided over the Divine Liturgy at the Church of the Ascension in Belgrade. The feast also marks the slava, or patronal feast day, of the Serbian capital.…| Orthodox Times (en)
Today, Patriarch Porfirije of Serbia sent a congratulatory message to Patriarch Kirill of Moscow and All Russia, in honor of the Feast of the Holy Equal-to-the-Apostles Cyril and the Primate of the Russian Orthodox Church's name day. The message reads, in part: "With a spirit of fraternal love and unbreakable…| Orthodox Times (en)
Shrewsbury hosted archdiocesan celebration of the 1700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea| Orthodox Times (en)
Shrewsbury hosted archdiocesan celebration of the 1700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council of Nicaea| Orthodox Times (en)
Metropolitan of Maroneia and Komotini recently reached out by phone to Patriarch Theophilos III of Jerusalem concerning the recent tragic events unfolding in the Middle East, particularly in Jerusalem. During the conversation, the Metropolitan conveyed the deep concern and solidarity of both himself and the entire clergy and faithful of…| Orthodox Times (en)
Metropolitan of Chalcedon vs Orthodox Times on Ukraine| Orthodox Times (en)
On May 16, 2025, the Hellenic College Holy Cross community gathered in joy and reverence for the services of Great Vespers and Stavrophoria, where the bestowal of graduate crosses to the Class of 2025 took place. Archbishop Elpidophoros of America presided over the service and bestowed the crosses upon each…| Orthodox Times (en)
OrthodoxTimes.com participates in the 24-hour nationwide strike declared by Journalist’s Union| Orthodox Times (en)
Metropolitan of Nigeria attends official reception hosted by Greek Embassy for celebration of Greek Revolution| Orthodox Times (en)
On June 11, 2025, Patriarch John X of Antioch sent a heartfelt congratulatory message to Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew on the occasion of his name day, honoring his patron saint. In his message, Patriarch John expressed joy and reverence for the special day, stating: "On this joyous feast of your patron…| Orthodox Times (en)
On the occasion of the name day of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, Archbishop Elpidophoros of America took to social media to offer heartfelt congratulations and blessings. In his message, Archbishop Elpidophoros referred to the Patriarch as “our spiritual father” and expressed deep gratitude to God for the Patriarch’s decades of dedicated…| Orthodox Times (en)
Descent of the Holy Spirit celebrated with solemnity in Sofia’s Patriarchal Cathedral| Orthodox Times (en)
Descent of the Holy Spirit celebrated with solemnity in Sofia’s Patriarchal Cathedral| Orthodox Times (en)
Bishop of Melitene: Sunday of Holy Pentecost| Orthodox Times (en)
On the morning of Friday, May 30, 2025, Patriarch Theodore II of Alexandria and All Africa, had a telephone conversation with Damianos, Archbishop of Sinai, Pharan, and Raithu. During the call, he was informed of the recent developments concerning the Holy Monastery of Saint Catherine and assured His Eminence that…| Orthodox Times (en)
On May 14, Metropolitan Ioannis of the Orthodox Archdiocese of Zambia and Mozambique met with Alfred Foloko, the president of the National Olympic Committee of Zambia (NOCZ), at the Metropolis in Lusaka. They discussed their successful collaboration on a week-long celebration of Olympic values and the Olympic Truce. This celebration…| Orthodox Times (en)
On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, a meeting took place at the Ministry of Defence of Zambia between Metropolitan Ioannis of Zambia and the country's Minister of Defence, Ambrose Lwiji Lufuma. During the meeting, issues of social, philanthropic, and cultural interest were discussed. Particular emphasis was placed on the continuation of…| Orthodox Times (en)
Two ordinations were recently celebrated in the Archdiocese of Canada. On Tuesday, May 27, at the Church of St. John the Theologian in Toronto, Bishop Athenagoras of Patara ordained Iakovos Kerr, a student of the Theological Academy, to the Diaconate. On Monday, June 2, at the Cathedral of St. Nicholas…| Orthodox Times (en)
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew presided over the Divine Liturgy for the Feast of Pentecost on June 8, 2025, at the Patriarchal Church, concelebrated by the Hierarchs Meliton of Philadelphia, Eirinaios of Myriophyton and Peristasis, Chrysostomos of Myra, Nikolaos of Philippopolis (from the Bulgarian Orthodox Church), Nektarios of Anthidona (Representative of the…| Orthodox Times (en)
Orthodox Albania celebrated the Feast of the Annunciation with reverence and joy| Orthodox Times (en)
Albania: Religious leaders urge end to war, call for humanitarian aid to Gaza| Orthodox Times (en)
Romanian Orthodox Bishop in Iberia sends solidarity message after deadly Lisbon funicular crash| Orthodox Times (en)
Patriarch of Romanian sent condolences to Patriarch of Lisbon after deadly funicular crash| Orthodox Times (en)
On Thursday, May 29, 2025, Metropolitan Elder Emmanuel of Chalcedon, serving as the Patriarchal Commissioner, presided over the Divine Liturgy for the Feast of the Ascension of the Lord, celebrated at the namesake Church in the Ypsomatheia district of Constantinople. The homily was delivered by Deacon Eulogios Tsatsas, Codicographer of…| Orthodox Times (en)
A “secret dinner” was held on Tuesday evening at the Prime Minister’s residence on Lycabettus Hill. According to exclusive reporting by Kathimerini, Archbishop Ieronymos visited the residence at the invitation of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. The Archbishop arrived alone, without any aides, and dined privately with the Prime Minister and…| Orthodox Times (en)
The Church of Albania organized a symposium at the Cultural Center of the Resurrection Cathedral to commemorate the 1700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council. Among those present and speaking at the event were the Orthodox Archbishop Ioannis of Albania, accompanied by Metropolitan Antonios of Elbasan, Metropolitan Astios of Berat,…| Orthodox Times (en)
With solemn grandeur and deep spiritual reverence, a festive hierarchical concelebration was held today at the Church of the Resurrection in Tirana, marking the feast of Saint George the Great Martyr and Trophy-Bearer. The Divine Liturgy was presided over by Archbishop Anastasios of Tirana, Durrës, and All Albania, joined in…| Orthodox Times (en)
On Sunday, May 4, 2025, the Monastery of Saint Vlash in Albania hosted a festal Divine Liturgy on the occasion of the Sunday of the Myrrh-Bearing Women. The service was led by Archbishop John of Tirana, Durrës, and All Albania, marking his first official pastoral visit to this revered monastery.…| Orthodox Times (en)
Archbishop Ioannis of Albania, accompanied by Bishop Anastasios of Krujë, was in the Vatican for the funeral mass for Pope Francis, representing the Orthodox Autocephalous Church of Albania. The leaders of the other religious communities of Albania, who together with the Orthodox Church form the Interreligious Council of Albania, also…| Orthodox Times (en)
Today, May 8, the Orthodox Church in Albania commemorates the memory of Saint John the Apostle and Evangelist, the beloved disciple of Christ. Although the official name day of Archbishop Joan (Ioannis) of Tirana, Durrës, and All Albania is celebrated on September 26—marking the Feast of the Repose of Saint…| Orthodox Times (en)
By Fr. Elias Makos On June 1, 2025, the Orthodox Church of Albania commemorated the 11th anniversary of the consecration of the Cathedral of the Resurrection in Tirana, a landmark event that originally took place on June 1, 2014—twenty-two years after the election of the late Archbishop Anastasios of blessed…| Orthodox Times (en)
Orthodoxtimes.com participates in the 24-hour nationwide strike declared by the Journalists’ Union of Athens Daily Newspapers (ESIEA). No news will be published until 05:00 a.m. on Friday, June 6th.| Orthodox Times (en)
The next session will address the statements and positions of Metropolitan Neophytos of Morphou. The Archbishop of Cyprus referred to heresy within the Church, which, he said, was fortunately revealed by recent developments and the defrocked clergy. Following the Holy Synod’s decision to remove Tychikos from the Metropolitan Throne of…| Orthodox Times (en)
The “great” Zizioulas and ordinary doctorates| Orthodox Times (en)
Greek President and Archbishop of Greece at “Ionian Center” of Metropolis of Nea Ionia| Orthodox Times (en)
Greek President and Archbishop of Greece at “Ionian Center” of Metropolis of Nea Ionia| Orthodox Times (en)
Orthodoxtimes.com participates in the 24-hour nationwide strike declared by the Journalist’s Union of Athens Daily Newspapers (ESIEA). No news will be published until 05:00 a.m. on Wednesday, April 9th.| Orthodox Times (en)
Serbian Patriarch celebrates Divine Liturgy on All Saints Sunday in Zemun| Orthodox Times (en)
Serbian Patriarch celebrates Divine Liturgy on All Saints Sunday in Zemun| Orthodox Times (en)
Archbishop Ieronymos of Athens and All Greece telephoned the newly elected Archbishop Ioannis of Tirana, Durrës and All Albania to offer his warm congratulations on his election. The Archbishop also sent a Synodal Letter to Archbishop Ioannis, wishing him a long, prudent and evangelical ecclesiastical primacy in the Holy Spirit,…| Orthodox Times (en)
Patriarch of Alexandria reaffirmed support for Sinai Monastery in call with Archbishop Damianos| Orthodox Times (en)
A memorial service was held Wednesday evening before the body of the late Archbishop Anastasios of Albania by Patriarch Daniel of Bulgaria, Patriarch Theophilos of Jerusalem and Archbishop George of Cyprus. Senior hierarchs and clergy from around the world continue to arrive at the Holy Cathedral of the Resurrection of…| Orthodox Times (en)
Phanar: Holy Synod announces defrocking of cleric from Metropolis of Sweden| Orthodox Times (en)
The Archbishop of Albania presided over the Funeral Service of Economos Fr. Christakis| Orthodox Times (en)
Metropolitan Epifaniy: We were liberated from the captivity of the ‘Russian World’| Orthodox Times (en)
Sunday of Orthodoxy was celebrated at Patriarchate of Jerusalem| Orthodox Times (en)
First Stasis of the Salutations to the Theotokos at the Parish of the Presentation of Our Lord, Coburg| Orthodox Times (en)
Solemn celebration of Sunday of Orthodoxy at the Phanar with distinguished assembly of Hierarchs (PHOTOS & VIDEO)| Orthodox Times (en)
The will of the Archbishop of Albania – What it includes| Orthodox Times (en)
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken issued a strong rebuke to Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov today, accusing him of spreading a "tsunami of disinformation" and held Moscow responsible for the escalation in Ukraine. “I regret that our colleague, Mr. Lavrov, has left the room, denying me the courtesy of…| Orthodox Times (en)
Greek Deputy Foreign Minister Ambassador Alexandra Papadopoulou will visit Israel from 8 to 10 December. According to a Foreign Ministry statement, she will hold talks with Deputy FM Sharren Haskel and FM Director General Eden Bar-Tal. Papadopoulou will also travel to Ramallah, where she will meet with Palestinian Authority Prime…| Orthodox Times (en)
On November 30, 2024, the day of the memory of the Holy Apostle Andrew the First-Called, Metropolitan Epifaniy of Kyiv and All Ukraine led the Divine Liturgy in the St. Theodosius Stavropegial Monastery in Kyiv. Metropolitan Simeon of Vinnytsia and Barskyi, Metropolitan Yevstratiy of Bilotserkiv, Archbishop Lavrentiy of Luhansk and…| Orthodox Times (en)
Pope Francis urges acceptance of mortality in Lenten Message amid health struggles| Orthodox Times (en)
Archbishop of America celebrates Vespers at Saint Nicholas National Shrine, New York (VIDEO)| Orthodox Times (en)
Archbishop of America celebrated Feast of St. Nicholas of Myra at Flushing, NY Parish| Orthodox Times (en)
On September 11, 2024, a memorial service will be held at the Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine in honor of the 23rd anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. This solemn event, which will be presided over by Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, will begin at 3:00 PM and…| Orthodox Times (en)
Ecumenical Patriarch: It is unacceptable that we still live with fanaticism| Orthodox Times (en)
The Holy Synaxis of the Hierarchy of the Ecumenical Throne continued its proceedings in Constantinople on September 2, 2024. The second day of the Synaxis was marked by four sessions focused on the exchange of information and discussion of key global and ecclesial issues within Eastern Orthodox Christianity. During these…| Orthodox Times (en)
The Cultural and Social Ministry Foundation of Kallimasia on the Greek island of Chios will host commemorative events on Sunday, September 8, 2024, to honor the late Ecumenical Patriarchs Ioakeim II and Ioakeim IV. These events will take place in Kallimasia, their birthplace, at the Holy Parish Church of the…| Orthodox Times (en)
This morning, Archbishop Ieronymos of Athens and All Greece held a meeting with Lina Mendoni, the Greek Minister of Culture, at the Archdiocese. The discussion covered a range of topics of mutual interest, particularly focusing on significant Church monuments. During a press briefing, Archbishop Ieronymos highlighted their conversation about the…| Orthodox Times (en)
On Sunday, September 1, the Feast of St. Alexander, Metropolitan John of Zambia and Mozambique presided over a memorial service in the Church of St. Alexander in Lusaka in memory of the late Metropolitan Alexander of Nigeria. The Metropolitan preached the Divine Word with vivacity, drawing lessons from the work…| 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)
Archbishop Ieronymos of Athens and All Greece presided over the sanctification service marking the start of the new academic year this morning at the University of Athens headquarters. The service was attended by the University Rector, Prof. Gerasimos Siasos, the Vice Rector for Research, Innovation, and Lifelong Learning, Associate Prof.…| Orthodox Times (en)
Yesterday morning, September 1, 2024, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew presided over the Divine Liturgy of the Feast of the New Indiction at the Patriarchal Church of St. George in Phanar. After offering a blessing over the upcoming year, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew signed the Act of the New Indiction, officially signifying the…| Orthodox Times (en)
Effective September 1, 2024, Metropolitan Epifaniy of Kyiv and All Ukraine has appointed the members of the Holy Synod for the winter synodal period, which runs from September 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025. In addition to the Presiding and permanent members—Metropolitan Makary of Lviv and Metropolitan Simeon of Vinnytsia…| Orthodox Times (en)
On Sunday, September 1, 2024, Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew presided over the Divine Liturgy at the Patriarchal Church of Saint George in celebration of the Feast of Indiction. The service was attended by Hierarchs of the Ecumenical Throne from around the world, who concelebrated with the Patriarch. After offering a blessing…| Orthodox Times (en)
Photo: Nikos Papachristou| Orthodox Times (en)
In line with the standard procedure, the Ecumenical Patriarchate has announced the new composition of its Holy and Sacred Synod for the period spanning from September 1, 2024, to February 28, 2025. The Synod will convene under the presidency of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew. The newly appointed members of the Synod…| Orthodox Times (en)
