November 03
Dedication of the Temple of the Holy Great Martyr George in Lydda
The consecration of the Church of Saint George in Lydda of Palestine took place during the reign of Saint Constantine the Great. See also April 23.
Archdiocesan District Council Holds First Meeting of the New Ecclesiastical Year
10/30/2024
The Archdiocesan District Council met for their first meeting of the New Ecclesiastical Year at the Archdiocese Headquarters in New York. His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros blessed the members of the District Council with their Affirmation of Office.
Archdiocesan District Spiritual Court Members
10/30/2024
His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America welcomed the newly appointed Spiritual Court members of the Archdiocesan District on Tuesday, October 29, 2024.
Archbishop Elpidophoros Receives Fr. Capones at GOA
10/29/2024
On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America received, at the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, Rev. Presbyter Ioannis Capones to wish him farewell.
Metropolis of Pittsburgh Hosts 4th YAL Conference
10/29/2024
With the blessing of His Eminence Metropolitan Savas, the Metropolis of Pittsburgh welcomed close to 300 young adults from across the country and Canada to their fourth YAL Conference, this year in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, on October 18-20, 2023.
American School of Classical Studies at Athens and the Gennadius Library Present "In the Name of Humanity" at the Maliotis Cultural Center
10/29/2024
The event "In the Name of Humanity - American Aid to Greece from 1918-1929," presented by the American School of Classical Studies at Athens and the Gennadius Library at the Maliotis Cultural Center on Monday, October 21, was significant.
Metropolitan Constantine Blesses New Crosses in Austin and Fort Worth, TX
10/28/2024
Over the past few days, His Eminence Metropolitan Constantine of Denver blessed two new crosses in Texas.
Metropolis of Boston Camp (MBC) Hosts Annual Fall Camp
10/28/2024
The Metropolis of Boston Camp (MBC) hosted its annual Fall Camp program from Saturday, October 12 to Monday, October 14 at the St. Methodios Faith & Heritage Center Contoocook, NH. With over 200 campers and young adult staff, the program was the largest Fall Camp in MBC history.
6th Annual Greek Education Conference "Innovative Approaches to Literacy: Engaging Students in Greek Language and Culture"
10/28/2024
On behalf of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, the Department of Greek Education, and the High Council for Greek Education, we extend a cordial invitation to our upcoming in-person annual Greek Education conference on Tuesday, November 5th, from 8:30 AM to 1:00 PM EST.
Celebrating Nikos Kazantzakis: A Transformative Experience for Greek American Students
10/28/2024
The recent visit by the International Society of Friends of Nikos Kazantzakis to the Greek American schools within the Archdiocese of America was not just an event; it was a celebration of cultural heritage and an opportunity for our youth to engage deeply with one of Greece's most revered literary figures.
FREEDOM Ministry Director Fr. Peter Spiro Attends Human Rights Advocacy Training in Geneva, Switzerland
10/28/2024
Rev. Dr. Peter J. Spiro, the Director of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese National FREEDOM Ministry, recently participated in the Human Rights Advocacy Training in Geneva, Switzerland.
The Orthodox Observer Interviews Fr. Philip Zymaris
10/28/2024
I recently had the pleasure of sitting down with one of Holy Cross’s professors, the Rev. Dr. Philip Zymaris. We talked about his teaching and research at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology.
Archbishop Elpidophoros Visits St. Demetrios in Jamaica
10/27/2024
day, October 23, 2024, Rev. Protopresbyter Konstantinos Kalogridis and the community of St. Demetrios Church in Jamaica, NY warmly welcomed His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America for the Divine Liturgy.
Archbishop Elpidophoros Consecrates St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Saginaw, MI
10/27/2024
This morning, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America presided over the Divine Liturgy of Consecration at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Saginaw, Michigan, celebrating alongside His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas of Detroit, Rev. Economos Timothy Cook, and Rev. Economos Peter Bistolarides.
Board of Trustees Holds Successful Fall 2024 Meeting at Hellenic College Holy Cross
10/26/2024
The Board of Trustees of Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology convened from October 23-24, 2024 on campus for a two-day meeting focused on the institution’s current status, strategic initiatives, and future growth. Trustees toured the campus, engaged with students, faculty, and staff, and experienced first-hand the institution’s vibrant academic and spiritual community.
“Who Brings Down the Walls of Division?” Asks 31st Annual Fellowship of Saint Moses the Black Conference
10/26/2024
Christ, the King of peace, breaks down the dividing walls within our hearts (Eph. 2:14). But how do we as Orthodox Christians cooperate with Christ in this endeavor? It was to this topic that each speaker at the 31st annual Fellowship of Saint Moses the Black conference spoke.
Consecration Vespers at St. Demetrios Church in Saginaw, MI
10/26/2024
On Friday, Oct 25, 2024, the Hierarchical Consecration Vespers was held at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Saginaw, MI. Presided over by His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America and His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas of Detroit, the service commenced the sacred rites of consecration and brings into the church the relics of saint from Chora on the island of Samothrace – New Martyrs: Michael, George, Emmanuel, Theodoros, and a second George. The relics will be interred inside the Holy Altar.
Department of Religious Education (DRE)’s Sunday Sermon Series: Seventh Sunday of Luke, October 27, 2024
10/25/2024
This week, find insights from the Department of Religious Education (DRE) about the upcoming Gospel reading, where we learn about two daughters who were brought back to life.
After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, Damaged Tampa Bay Parishes Need Help Rebuilding
10/24/2024
The Tampa Bay region boasts one of the largest Greek American populations in the country, making it particularly crucial in the preservation of Greek culture in the U.S. Both St. John and St. Stefanos need the continued aid of the greater Greek Orthodox community to recover from the devastation endured in Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
Panel Discussion at the United Nations: Forging the Paths to Sustainable Wildfire Prevention through Collaborative Governance
10/24/2024
On World Ecology Day, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, in collaboration with the Permanent Mission of Greece, the Permanent Mission of Australia, the Mission of the Sovereign Order of Malta to the United Nations, the World Council of Churches, and Foley Hoag LLP, is organizing a panel discussion on “Forging Paths to Sustainable Wildfire Prevention through Collaborative Governance.”
International Foundation for Greece Awards Granted to Michael Psaros and Dean Spanos
10/23/2024
Congratulations to Archons Michael Psaros and Dean Spanos for receiving the IFG Award from the International Foundation for Greece at a ceremony in Athens, Greece on October 14, 2024.