Responding to Archbishop Elpidophoros of America’s statement on the Balukli fires, Philoptochos National President Arlene SIavelis Kehl stated:
“The National Philoptochos is saddened to hear today’s news of the devastating fire at Balukli, a Patriarchal Ministry which we have supported for decades. It is particularly poignant for us since the Philoptochos has visited Balukli during each of our pilgrimages.
Our love for the institution is profound and we stand ready to assist His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros in any way we can to address the damage that occurred. We are thankful to Our Lord that all were safely evacuated, and there were no injuries.”
Source: Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America