Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis attended the enthronement of Abbot Symeon at St. Catherine’s Monastery in Sinai on Thursday, declaring the preservation of its Greek Orthodox character a “national duty.” His presence signalled the end of a diplomatic rift with Egypt over a court ruling transferring monastery lands to the state, with both sides now “very close” to a final agreement that secures the site’s religious autonomy and operational future.
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Archbishop Elpidophoros of America has reaffirmed his steadfast commitment to the historic St. Demetrios parish…
On October 28, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of the Protection of…
The Patron Saint of Kefalonia, Agios Gerasimos, has long been a source of comfort and spiritual strength for both locals and pilgrims who travel to the island each year to receive his blessing.
On October 18 the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Feast Day of the Holy Apostle…
In the shadow of Greece’s sacred Holy Mountain, King Charles finds profound solace amid ancient monasteries and timeless faith—a haven that calls him back, even through illness.
In an atmosphere of deep reverence and spiritual joy, the icon of Panagia Faneromeni “Vathyrriakos”…
A 41-year-old man was apprehended by parents at St. Basil’s Greek Orthodox Church in Coburg, Melbourne, after allegedly stalking a mother and daughter at a pharmacy and offering lollies to children during a Greek language class. The incident has raised serious concerns about community safety.
As conflicts rage from Gaza to Ukraine, Archbishop Ieronymos of Athens urged the Holy Synod of the Church of Greece to confront the “deeper essence” of modern woes: a spiritual void born of secularism and forgotten faith. Tomorrow’s agenda: AI’s challenge to human anthropology.
In the shadow of the Monument of the Unknown Soldier, Archbishop Ieronymos knelt briefly beside the frail form of Panos Routsi, whose 22-day hunger strike has etched lines of desperation into his face. “A man is suffering, and I came to see him,” the prelate murmured to gathered reporters, his voice a quiet thunder amid Syntagma Square’s tense hush. Routsi’s silent vigil—for the exhumation and truth behind his son’s unexplained death—found an unexpected ally in the Archbishop, bridging faith and fury in Greece’s unyielding quest for justice.
A 27-year-old man was arrested after making a bomb threat at St. Andrew Greek Orthodox Church in Kendall, Miami. Authorities say Isaac Lopez brought a backpack into the church, claimed it was a bomb, and caused a disturbance during Sunday service.
Xronia Polla to the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis! Today, 29 September, the Church honours and celebrates the sacred memory of Blessed Kyriakos the Anchorite, who was born in Corinth in 408.
Bishop Athenagoras ordination occurred on September 27, 2025, in Sydney, elevating the former Archdeacon to Bishop of Canberra amid chants of “Axios” and hierarchical presence.
In a significant Oval Office meeting, U.S. President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan discussed the Ecumenical Patriarchate and the reopening of the Halki Seminary, closed since 1971. Erdogan expressed willingness to address the issue, while Trump acknowledged the Greek Orthodox Church’s request for support.
The Holy Metropolis of Thessaloniki has issued a public alert regarding a fake Facebook profile…
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew visited New York as part of his US trip, leading a service at St. Nicholas Church at Ground Zero before meeting UN Secretary-General António Guterres to discuss interfaith dialogue and global cooperation.
Feast Day of Agia Sophia and her daughters Pisti, Elpida and Agapi On September…
On September 16, the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of St Euphemia the Great Martyr.
Archimandrite Symeon Papadopoulos has been elected the new abbot of St Catherine’s Monastery on Mount Sinai, succeeding Archbishop Damianos after 52 years. He will soon be ordained as Archbishop of Sinai, Faran, and Raitho, pending final approval.
The Mayors of Athens and Bethlehem met with Archbishop Ieronymos in Athens, highlighting the historic ties between the two cities and addressing the ongoing crisis in Gaza. Bethlehem’s mayor delivered a message of peace and solidarity, thanking Greece for its support and shared spiritual heritage.
A priest from Kozani, known as “Papa-Drone,” is using drones and YouTube to capture the traditions, landscapes, and daily life of Voio, creating a digital bridge between local communities and the Greek diaspora worldwide.
Placing of the Cincture (Sash) of the Most Holy Mother of God Οn August…
With profound sorrow, but also with deep gratitude for a life of devotion and compassion,…
Fanouropita is made on August 27th, to commemorate Saint Fanourios the Martyr and Miracle Worker-…
The Greek Orthodox and Catholic Patriarchates announced they will not evacuate staff from Gaza City, vowing to stay with civilians sheltering in church compounds despite Israel’s planned offensive.
Tens of thousands gathered in Tinos for the Dormition of the Theotokos and to honor the Elli, in a day blending faith, remembrance, and national history.
Discover how Greece celebrates August 15, the Dormition of the Virgin Mary, with vibrant church festivals, ancient traditions, and island panigyria in the heart of summer.
On August 8, the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of Saint Emilian, Bishop of Cyzikus.
Greek authorities express alarm over Israeli settler encroachments on Greek Orthodox Church property in the West Bank, particularly near the historic Monastery of Saint Gerasimos near Jericho. Tensions rise as new settler outposts emerge following the 2023 Gaza conflict, while Greece and Egypt reaffirm cooperation and the safety of the Sinai Monastery.
On August 6 the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast of the Transfiguration of Our…
