Tensions have escalated at Saint Catherine’s Monastery in Sinai, where Archbishop Damianos faced a confrontation with dissenting monks upon his arrival on August 26. Accusing them of attempting to seize control, the Archbishop, supported by loyal monks and Bedouins, expelled the rebels, declaring that the monastery has “returned to legality and normalcy.” The ongoing dispute, rooted in a vote by 15 monks to remove Damianos, has prompted intervention from the Patriarchate of Jerusalem, with a delegation set to address the crisis.
Tag: Synaxis
On the 30th of June, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Synaxis (a celebratory gathering)…
In a historic move toward Christian unity, the Ecumenical Patriarchate has proposed a common annual celebration of Easter for both Orthodox and Catholic Christians, starting in 2025. The Patriarchate expressed hope that this shared observance will mark the beginning of a permanent alignment, as Easter falls on the same date for both Churches that year. The Vatican’s reaction to this initiative is eagerly awaited.
On the 30th of June, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Synaxis (a celebratory gathering)…
On the 30th of June, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Synaxis (a celebratory gathering)…
On the 30th of June, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Synaxis (a celebratory gathering)…
On the 30th of June, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Synaxis (a celebratory gathering)…
On the 30th of June, the Greek Orthodox Church commemorates the Synaxis (a celebratory gathering)…
