Kimberly Guilfoyle, the U.S. Ambassador to Greece-designate, was honored at an event in Washington, D.C., where she received a significant cultural gift from His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros. The gathering celebrated the shared values and connections between the Greek American community and the broader U.S. society.
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Kimberly Guilfoyle expressed deep honor at being nominated by President Donald Trump as the next U.S. Ambassador to Greece. She emphasized her eagerness to deepen the strong ties between Greece and the United States under Trump’s leadership. Guilfoyle highlighted Greece’s role as a valuable NATO ally and a pillar of stability in the European Union. She looks forward to promoting economic growth, education, energy security, and defense cooperation. Expressing gratitude to Archbishop Elpidophoros and Greek American community leaders, she is preparing for a smooth transition to her new role.
Archbishop Elpidophoros of America congratulated Kimberly Guilfoyle on her nomination as US Ambassador to Greece, extending his heartfelt wishes for success in the role. During their conversation, the Archbishop highlighted the importance of strengthening US-Greece ties and safeguarding religious freedom, particularly for the Ecumenical Patriarchate. He also invited Guilfoyle to visit the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and expressed his enthusiasm for meeting her at the upcoming presidential inauguration.
Archbishop Elpidophoros of America congratulated the winners of the US election, but mistakenly identified them as Donald Trump and JD Vance instead of Joe Biden and Kamala Harris. He called for national unity and healing in a social media post.
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has launched a “National Hurricane Relief Fund” to assist communities affected by Hurricane Helene and those threatened by Hurricane Milton. On October 9th, Archbishop Elpidophoros and clergymen gathered at the Chapel of Saint Paul to pray for those impacted by severe weather, calling for divine intervention to calm the impending storm. He urged the faithful to support affected communities through prayer and donations during this critical time.
Archbishop Elpidophoros of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has announced key priorities for the Greek Fire Relief Fund to support those affected by the summer fires in Greece. Following site assessments, critical needs have been identified, including $116,000 for the restoration of the Holy Monastery of Axion Esti and support for the Penteli Volunteer Fire Department. The National Ladies Philoptochos Society has already allocated funds for these efforts, with the Archdiocese overseeing the management of the relief projects.
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Archbishop Elpidophoros of America has urgently called for the protection of the Greek minority in Istanbul following the desecration of the Orthodox cemetery of Agios Eleftherios in the Tatavla community which has served the Greek Orthodox community for 159 years.
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has launched the Greek Fire Relief Fund to support communities in Attica affected by recent fires. Led by Archbishop Elpidophoros and supported by a $50,000 contribution from the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, the fund aims to aid recovery efforts, including the restoration of the historic Monastery of Panagia Axion Esti.
On July 22, 2024, the 102nd AHEPA Supreme Convention commenced in Limassol, Cyprus, marking a historic first for the organization on the island and symbolizing solidarity on the 50th anniversary of Turkey’s invasion of Cyprus.
His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America delivered a poignant address yesterday at the Saint Nicholas…
In a solemn yet hopeful ceremony, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America delivered the invocation at the opening of the 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee today. The Archbishop’s presence underscored the historical tradition of the leader of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America offering prayers at both major party conventions.
Stefanos Kasselakis, President of the SYRIZA-Progressive Alliance, is meeting with Archbishop Elpidophoros of America in New York today as part of his US visit. Kasselakis will also engage with the editorial board and journalists from the Wall Street Journal and other media outlets.
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