Celebration of the Feast of the Glorious Prophet Elias and Memorial Service on the Occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the illegal Turkish invasion of Cyprus at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine WTC
07/19/2024
Join us on Saturday, June 20 2024 for the celebration of the Feast of the Glorious Prophet Elias, presided by His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America. His Eminence will offer memorial service on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary of the illegal Turkish invasion of Cyprus.
Sewing for Change: Empowering Kananga's Orthodox Community with Orthodox Christian Mission Center
07/19/2024
In the heart of the Democratic Republic of Congo’s Kasaï-Central province, an inspiring initiative is taking root, offering a beacon of hope in a landscape marked by adversity.
Archon Gregory B. Saad Appointed Archon Regional Commander For The State Of Alabama, Joining Archon Thomas Yearout
07/19/2024
With the blessings of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America and in consultation with His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios of Atlanta, Dr. Anthony J. Limberakis, National Commander of the Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, has appointed Archon Gregory B. Saad Regional Commander for the State of Alabama, Metropolis of Atlanta, joining Regional Commander G. Thomas Yearout. Archons Theodore P. Vlahos, M. D., Harry T. Cavalaris, John C. Scurtis and James A. Frangis are other Regional Commanders for the Metropolis of Atlanta.
Diaconate Program at HCHC 2024
07/19/2024
Hellenic College Holy Cross welcomed 49 students to the HCHC campus this week for their in-person sessions as part of our Diaconate Program.
Department of Religious Education (DRE) Announces New Digital 3rd Grade Teacher Guide Coming Soon!
07/18/2024
With the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros, the Department of Religious Education (DRE), through Orthodox Marketplace, announced at the 47th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress that a new digital Grade 3 Teacher Guide is coming soon!
Department of Religious Education (DRE) Launches New Grade 3 Curriculum
07/18/2024
With the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, the Department of Religious Education (DRE), through Orthodox Marketplace, launched a new Grade 3 curriculum at the 47th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress.
Department of Religious Education (DRE)'s Sunday Sermon Series: Fourth Sunday of Matthew July 21
07/18/2024
This week, find insights from the Department of Religious Education (DRE) about the upcoming Gospel reading, where we learn about a foreigner coming to Jesus asking for his servant to be healed. What did he have that amazed the Lord? Who is called to enter the Kingdom of Heaven? What does the Lord consider the most important virtues for us?
Metropolis of Pittsburgh 2024 Summer Camp Season a Success
07/17/2024
The Metropolis of Pittsburgh is grateful for a beautiful season of our Metropolis of Pittsburgh Summer Camp at Camp Nazareth! They welcomed 425 campers and over 100 staff members, including cabin, support, administrative, medical, and Clergy, and are thankful to them for their time, dedication, and love for the program!
Archepiscopal Encyclical on the Fiftieth Anniversary of the Invasion of Cyprus
07/17/2024
The Fiftieth Anniversary of the unjust and unnecessary invasion of the Island Nation of Cyprus by Türkiye is a sad and heartbreaking milestone in what has been too long a journey of injustice and diplomatic neglect by the World Powers. The mistakes and grim miscalculations of the past are long overdue for forgiveness, so that credible solutions can emerge with an air of possibility.
Training Program for Greek-American Teachers from Community Schools of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America
07/16/2024
The Pedagogical Institute of Cyprus, under the Ministry of Education, Sports, and Youth (MOESY), organized a training program for Greek-American teachers from the community schools of the Archdiocese of the United States of America. The program took place from July 9 to July 19, 2024.
Archbishop Elpidophoros of America Attends Reception and Dinner for Greek-Americans in Milwaukee
07/16/2024
Following his inspiring prayer at the opening session of the Republican National Convention, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America attended a reception and dinner for Greek-Americans in Milwaukee.
The Black American Orthodox Experience on OCN, Season 2 Episode 10: Evangelism, the Nubian Church, Islam and Orthodoxy - Reflections from a Convert of 15 Years
07/16/2024
In this tenth episode of “The Black American Orthodox Experience” (season 2), a collaboration of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and the Orthodox Christian Network, Rev. Samuel Davis speaks with Maximus Scott about his conversion, his experience as a longtime convert, learning about the history of Black Orthodox Christians, and the misunderstandings that get in the way of effective evangelism.
Did You Know? Trisagion Service
07/16/2024
Did you know the Trisagion Service is a memorial service?
Department of Religious Education Launches Newly-Rebranded DRE
07/16/2024
With the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros, the Department of Religious Education (DRE) of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America launched its newly rebranded DRE at the 47th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress.
Archbishop Elpidophoros Delivers Invocation at 2024 Republican National Convention in Milwaukee, Wisconsin
07/15/2024
His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America delivered the invocation at the 2024 Republican National Convention held in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, today, Monday, July 15, 2024. After receiving a warm welcome, His Eminence prayed that our “Almighty and Eternal God...Look down now upon this gathering of our Nation’s political leaders, and grant them illumined hearts and minds, as they strive to serve their fellow citizens through this Republican National Convention.”
Archbishop Elpidophoros Leads Thyranixia of St. Anna Greek Orthodox Church in Salt Lake City, Utah
07/15/2024
Saturday, July 15, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America led the Thyranoixia (door-opening) of St. Anna Greek Orthodox Church in Salt Lake City, Utah. The youth of the community warmly welcomed His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America to St. Anna as the community joyfully celebrates the opening of the doors of the church.
National Philoptochos Prioritizes Fiscal Responsibility and Physical Well-Being
07/15/2024
The National Philoptochos Convention continued its vital activities on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, featuring ministry updates and insightful presentations.
OCF Announces New Campus Staff for Arizona State University and the Greater Atlanta Area
07/12/2024
Brookline, Mass. – July 8, 2024 – Orthodox Christian Fellowship (OCF) is thrilled to announce the expansion of its Campus Missionary Initiative, with new full-time staff at Arizona State University and in the Greater Atlanta area starting fall 2024.
Metropolis of San Francisco Continues Orthodox Parish Leadership (OPL) Ministry Webinar Series July 15
07/12/2024
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.
Metropolis of Chicago Congratulates 2024 Pilgrimage of Discovery Participants
07/12/2024
The Metropolis of Chicago offers their congratulations to Marina Dimas and Peter Kokkinias, members of the Metropolis of Chicago selected to participate in the 2024 Pilgrimage of Discovery.