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.
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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.
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