The Archbishop Makarios Name Day dinner in Sydney on January 19, 2026, featured high-profile guests, awards, and proceeds for church renovations, showcasing Greek Orthodox unity.
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Pope Leo XIV made a reverent visit to Istanbul’s Blue Mosque on November 29, 2025, continuing the tradition of papal outreach to Muslim places of worship, while notably omitting the nearby Hagia Sophia—reconverted into a mosque in 2020—amid ongoing sensitivities.
Following Friday’s joint pilgrimage to Nicaea commemorating the 1,700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council,…
Pope Leo XIV and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew led a historic ecumenical prayer service in Iznik, Turkey, marking the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea — the birthplace of the Creed still professed by billions of Christians worldwide.
Pope Leo XIV will make his first foreign trip to Turkey and Lebanon next month, marking the 1,700th anniversary of the Council of Nicaea with Orthodox leaders while visiting key historical and crisis-stricken sites—excluding Hagia Sophia and southern Lebanon.
In a historic first in over 500 years, King Charles III and Pope Leo XIV prayed together in the Sistine Chapel, symbolizing unity between the Anglican and Catholic churches. The ecumenical service, part of the 2025 Jubilee, reflects Charles’s lifelong spiritual journey—from private retreats at Mount Athos with confidant Archimandrite Ephraim to fostering inter-Christian dialogue amid his Anglican duties.
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.
US House Speaker Mike Johnson formally welcomed Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to the Capitol, where the…
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew meets Trump in historic White House encounter, discussing Christian challenges in Turkey and more. Explore insights from this September 15, 2025, meeting.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew will visit the US in September, meeting President Trump and receiving the Templeton Prize for his environmental and interfaith work. Accompanied by Archbishop Elpidophoros, he’ll speak at key events and be honored for his leadership.
Greece has strongly condemned the terrorist attack on the Greek Orthodox Church of Prophet Elias in Damascus, calling for justice, religious tolerance, and the protection of Syria’s diverse communities. Speaking at the United Nations, Ambassador Evangelos Sekeris stressed the need for reconciliation and long-term peace, describing the attack as an assault on all Syrians and their shared future.
Pope Leo XIV and Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew have agreed to meet in ancient Nicaea (modern-day Iznik, Türkiye) in 2025 to mark the 1,700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council. The decision follows their recent meeting at the Vatican and signals a continued commitment to Christian unity and global peace.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew has expressed his hope that the successor to Pope Francis will continue advancing Christian unity, highlighting ongoing efforts for a common Easter date and plans to commemorate the 1,700th anniversary of the First Ecumenical Council in Nicaea.
Greek leaders expressed profound grief over Pope Francis’ death, announced by the Vatican on Monday. Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis called him “a moral beacon” for peace and solidarity on X, while former Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras praised his advocacy for the marginalised and interfaith dialogue.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, celebrating his 85th birthday, is a prominent global Christian leader known for his environmental advocacy and interfaith dialogue efforts. His leadership has significantly impacted the Orthodox Church and strengthened its international stature.
Greek-Australian Archbishop Makarios, alongside other Christian leaders, has condemned the rise of anti-Semitism in Australia, emphasizing the importance of religious freedom and condemning the violence against Jews following the Hamas terror attacks in Gaza. In his call for peace, he highlights the illogical and harmful conflation of individuals with the actions of national governments, urging unity and the protection of all Australians’ rights and freedoms.
Archbishop Anastasios of Albania remains in critical condition after undergoing surgery for gastric bleeding. Despite ongoing efforts by doctors, the 95-year-old spiritual leader has not yet regained consciousness. Airlifted to Athens from Tirana last week, his health continues to deteriorate, and the coming hours are deemed crucial. Known for his significant spiritual and humanitarian contributions, Archbishop Anastasios’ condition has drawn widespread concern among Orthodox communities worldwide.
Archbishop Anastasios of Albania, a revered figure in the Orthodox Christian world, is in critical condition in the intensive care unit at Evangelismos Hospital, Athens. The 95-year-old prelate’s health has deteriorated rapidly, prompting high-profile visits from Greece’s Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis and Archbishop Ieronymos. Prayers and well-wishes pour in globally as the Orthodox community hopes for his recovery.
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew presided over the feast of St. Andrew in Istanbul, bestowing honors, welcoming a delegation from Rome, and emphasizing the importance of interfaith dialogue and peace amidst global conflicts. He also expressed optimism for the reopening of the Halki Theological School.
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has hailed the visit of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew as a historic milestone for Australia’s Greek Orthodox community. Celebrating 100 years since the establishment of the Archdiocese of Australia, the Patriarch’s visit underscores the enduring ties between faith and community. Accompanied by significant government support for cultural preservation, this visit is a nod to the past and a hopeful look toward the future.
On this rare leap year day, the Orthodox community celebrates the 84th birthday of Ecumenical…
Mount Athos Beckons: A Spiritual Pilgrimage Begins His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, accompanied by…
