Archbishop Elpidophoros Visits the Theological School of Halki with Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew
09/05/2024
Following his attendance at the Holy Synaxis of the Hierarchy of the Ecumenical Throne, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America accompanied His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to Halki, the second-largest of the Princes' Islands in the Sea of Marmara near Istanbul, Türkiye, on Wednesday, September 4, 2024.
Ecumenical Patriarchate and Hierarchs of the Ecumenical Throne Condemn Actions of Russian Orthodox Church in Africa
09/04/2024
Yesterday, September 3, 2024, the Ecumenical Patriarchate issued a condemnation of recent illegal actions of the Russian Orthodox Church. This statement comes in response to a heartfelt letter from His Beatitude Pope and Patriarch Theodore II of Alexandria and All Africa, dated August 31st, 2024, which was delivered at the concluding session of the Holy Synaxis of the Hierarchy of the Ecumenical Throne in Istanbul, Türkiye.
Telos Center Boston to Host Great Vespers for the Forefeast of the Holy Cross, Young Adult Potluck
09/03/2024
On September 12, 2024 at 6pm, the Telos Center Boston and Sts. Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Cambridge, Masschusetts will host the service of Great Vespers for the Forefeast of the Holy Cross, welcoming new students and young adults to the Boston area.
Metropolis of San Francisco Family Wellness Ministry and the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministries to Present "Eight Dates" Marriage Program
09/03/2024
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Family Wellness Ministry and the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministries invite all couples to participate in the upcoming Eight Dates marriage program.
Metropolis of San Francisco Orthodox Parish Leadership (OPL) Ministry Continues Webinar Series
09/03/2024
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Orthodox Parish Leadership (OPL) Ministry continues this year’s special webinar series that provides overviews of the coordinated and integrated OPL offerings to assist parishes.
FOCUS North America Announces New Director of Youth Equipped to Serve (YES)
09/03/2024
FOCUS North America announces the appointment of Wadeed Fakhoury as the new Director of its national program, Youth Equipped to Serve (YES).
Enroll Now: Free Online Greek Language Classes for Adults in 2024
09/03/2024
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Department of Greek Education is thrilled to announce that our successful free online Greek language course for adults is returning in 2024!
Metropolis of San Francisco to Host “How to Start an Evangelism Team at Your Parish” Webinar
09/03/2024
On Monday, September 30, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. (Pacific), the Missions and Evangelism Ministry for the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco will host an online presentation, “How to Start an Evangelism Team at Your Parish.” All are welcome!
Metropolis of San Francisco Family Wellness Ministry Presents "Fall into Fun" Senior Resort Camp September 30-October 3
09/03/2024
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Family Wellness Ministry presents Fall Into Fun Senior Resort Camp for adults aged 50 or better!
Metropolis of San Francisco Will Host “The Power of Forgiveness” Young Adult Fall Retreat October 4-6
09/03/2024
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministries will present a Young Adult Fall Retreat from Friday, October 4 – Sunday, October 6, 2024 at Saint Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center in Dunlap, CA. Join with other Orthodox young adults from throughout the west for a weekend of fellowship, prayer and inspiring presentations.
Metropolis of Chicago and Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Church Present 2nd Annual Synaxis of Orthodox Women Byzantine Cantors
09/03/2024
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago and Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Church present the second annual Synaxis of Orthodox Women Byzantine Cantors, entitled "Synaxis and Praxis: Services, Presentations, Panel Discussion, and Conversations on Practical Matters of the Psaltic Art (Byzantine Chant)."
Hierarchs of the Ecumenical Throne Discuss Global Ecclesial Affairs at Holy Synaxis in Istanbul, Türkiye
09/02/2024
In Istanbul, Türkiye, the Holy Synaxis of the Hierarchy of the Ecumenical Throne continued today, September 2, 2024.
Holy Synaxis of the Hierarchy of the Ecumenical Throne Commences in Istanbul, Türkiye
09/01/2024
Tonight, September 1, 2024, the Commencement of the Holy Synaxis of the Hierarchy of the Ecumenical Throne took place in Istanbul, Türkiye. As the Hierarchs of the Ecumenical Throne gathered at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, they appreciated the company of their fellow clergymen, making new connections, reuniting with seminary classmates, and engaging in spirited conversation.
Hierarchs of the Ecumenical Throne Sign the Act of the New Indiction at the Ecumenical Patriarchate
09/01/2024
This morning, September 1, 2024, His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew presided over the Divine Liturgy of the Feast of the New Indiction at the Venerable Patriarchal Church of St. George in Phanar, Istanbul, Türkiye. After offering a blessing over the upcoming year, His All-Holiness signed the Act of the New Indiction, officially signifying the beginning of the Ecclesiastical New Year. His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America signed alongside His All-Holiness, as did all present Hierarchs of the Ecumenical Throne.
Archbishop Elpidophoros Attends Festal Great Vespers for the Feast of the New Indiction
09/01/2024
Among over one hundred hierarchs, monastics, and clergy, on August 31, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America attended the Festal Great Vespers for the Feast of the New Indiction, which His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew presided over at the Cathedral of the Presentation of the Theotokos in Stavrodromi, Istanbul, Türkiye.