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Former Metropolitan of Thessaloniki, Anthimos (Dionysios Roussas), Passes Away at 91

Anthimos, born Dionysios Roussas, the former Metropolitan of Thessaloniki, has passed away at 91. From his early education at the University of Athens to his long service in the Greek Orthodox Church, including his tenure at the Church of St. Basil and the Metropolis of Alexandroupolis, he dedicated his life to faith and scholarship until resigning in 2023 due to health issues.

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Greek Orthodox Archdiocese updates sexual misconduct policy for clergy

One of the most important features of the revised policy is the establishment of a third party confidential telephone hotline operated to process complaints. This third party, which operates independently of the Archdiocese, will generate simultaneous reports to the clergy and lay leadership to ensure accountability.