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)
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)
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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)
