The Patron Saint of Kefalonia island, Agios Gerasimos, has been a source of solace and strength for locals and pilgrims that arrive at the island to receive his grace every year. His holy…
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From 23rd October until 8th November, Byzanfest 2020 will be showcasing films that are guided by living a life in Christ and helping audiences to see the world in a more spiritual way, full of love and compassion.
From 23rd October until 8th November, Byzanfest 2020 will be showcasing films that are guided by living a life in Christ and helping audiences to see the world in a more spiritual way, full of love and compassion.
Every year on September 24, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the icon of Panagia Myrtidiotissa which was found on Kythera in the 14th century. “The Icon of the Most Holy Theotokos Of…
During Sunday’s Orthodox Cafe, held weekly at the Greek Orthodox Parish of St. Stylianos in Gymea, Dr Philip Kariatlis opened an inspiring discussion about what the Holy Cross means for Orthodox Christians.
Once again, illegal immigrants vandalised a Greek Orthodox church on the island of Lesvos. This is the second time this year the church of Agios Georgios has been attacked. Illegal immigrants destroyed…
On September 17, the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of Agia Sophia and her three daughters Pisti (Faith), Elpida (Hope) and Agapi (Love). These Saints were from Italy and contested…
A historical church in Turkey’s Tralleis (Τραλλεῖς, Turkish: Aydın) province was the site of controversy after the entrance to the religious site was blocked with a newly constructed wall at the entrance.…
On September 16, the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of St Euphemia the Great Martyr. The Holy Great Martyr Euphemia the All-Praised was the daughter of Christians, the senator Philophronos…
The Commonwealth Home Support Program (CHSP) helps senior Australians access entry-level support services to live independently and safely at home.
It’s been 19 years since the 9/11 terror attacks. On this day 9/11 in 2001, two planes flew into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City. As the Twin Towers…
On this day 9/11 in 2001, two planes flew into the Twin Towers of the World Trade Center in New York City. Today, 19 years later, the sad and emotional memories resurface…
Οn August 31 the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates The Placing of the Cincture (Sash) of the Most Holy Mother of God. The event is honoured by the Greek Orthodox Church on the…
Fanouropita is made on August 27th, to commemorate Saint Fanourios the Martyr and Miracle Worker- the revealing saint. Agios Fanourios is one of the saints that is asked to intercede when things…
The Feast of the Dormition of Our Most Holy Lady Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary is celebrated on August 15th. It is a day of celebrating Panagia, Mother of All. Καλό και ευλογημένο…
August 15 or Dekapentavgoustos is one of the most important dates in the Greek Orthodox Calendar, as the Feast of the Dormition of the Theotokos is celebrated. It is a national and…
On August 8, the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of Saint Emilian, Bishop of Cyzikus. Saint Emilian, Bishop of Cyzikus, lived during the reign of the Iconoclast emperor Leo the…
Muslims in Athens fear their own official place of worship that is due to open could be delayed in retaliation for the conversion of Hagia Sophia into a mosque, Turkey’s Daily Sabah…
On August 6 the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord, God, and Savior Jesus Christ. The feast commemorates the transfiguration or metamorphosis of Christ on Mount…
Archbishop Elpidophoros of America on Monday used sprigs of basil and holy water to bless the restart of construction works at the St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church. On 9/11 in 2001, two…