• About
  • Advertise
  • Contact
Monday, January 30, 2023
No Result
View All Result
NEWSLETTER
Orthodox Times (en)
  • Home
  • Orthodoxy
    • Ecumenical Patriarchate
      • Dioceses of the Ecumenical Patriarchate
      • Mount Athos
      • Archdiocese of America
      • Archdiocese of Australia
      • Church of Crete
    • Patriarchates
      • Patriarchate of Alexandria
      • Patriarchate of Antioch
      • Patriarchate of Moscow
      • Patriarchate of Serbia
      • Patriarchate of Romania
      • Patriarchate of Jerusalem
      • Patriarchate of Bulgaria
      • Patriarchate of Georgia
    • Churches
      • Church of Greece
      • Church of Cyprus
      • Church of Poland
      • Church of Albania
      • Church of Czech and Slovakia
      • Church of Ukraine
  • Politics
    • USA
    • Europe
    • Middle East
  • Society
    • Greek Diaspora
    • Culture
  • Spirituality
  • Christianity
  • Opinions
  • Home
  • Orthodoxy
    • Ecumenical Patriarchate
      • Dioceses of the Ecumenical Patriarchate
      • Mount Athos
      • Archdiocese of America
      • Archdiocese of Australia
      • Church of Crete
    • Patriarchates
      • Patriarchate of Alexandria
      • Patriarchate of Antioch
      • Patriarchate of Moscow
      • Patriarchate of Serbia
      • Patriarchate of Romania
      • Patriarchate of Jerusalem
      • Patriarchate of Bulgaria
      • Patriarchate of Georgia
    • Churches
      • Church of Greece
      • Church of Cyprus
      • Church of Poland
      • Church of Albania
      • Church of Czech and Slovakia
      • Church of Ukraine
  • Politics
    • USA
    • Europe
    • Middle East
  • Society
    • Greek Diaspora
    • Culture
  • Spirituality
  • Christianity
  • Opinions
No Result
View All Result
Orthodox Times (en)
No Result
View All Result

A strong turnout for the Greek Festival in Parramatta with more than 35,000 visitors

Sep 15, 2022 | 15:32
in Archdiocese of Australia
A strong turnout for the Greek Festival in Parramatta with more than 35,000 visitors

Tastes, smells, sounds and colours reminiscent of Greece flooded the Parramatta suburb of Sydney on Sunday, September 11, the day on which the famous “Let’s Go Greek Festival” of the Greek Orthodox Parish-Community of St Ioannis took place.

Since 2014, the parishioners have been working with passion and dedication for the success and continuous improvement of the Festival and, this year, had the pleasure of welcoming around thirty five to forty thousand visitors – both Greeks and members of the broader Australian community and whose expectations were more than fulfilled.

Among the visitors were many State political representatives and those of other institutions, while the Greek Orthodox Church and Archbishop Makarios of Australia was represented by Bishop Iakovos of Miletoupolis.

More specifically, those present at the “Let’s Go Greek Festival” included: The Consul General of Greece in Sydney, Mr Christos Karras; The Hon. Dr Andrew Charlton, Federal Member for Parramatta and representing Prime Minister Anthony Albanese; Mr Chris Minns, NSW Labor Leader; The Hon. Dr Geoff Lee, NSW Minister for Corrections and representing NSW Premier Mr Dominic Perrottet; The Hon. Mark Coure, NSW Minister for Multiculturalism; Mr Steve Kamper, MP; Senators Peter Poulos and Courtney Houssos; and Deputy Lord Mayor of Parramatta, Mr Sameer Pandey, representing Lord Mayor Donna Davis.

The Festival officials and visitors were welcomed by the President of the Parish-Community of St Ioannis, Mr Kos Dimitriou, who thanked them for their presence. Mr Dimitriou also thanked the volunteers, who worked hard for the Festival’s success and in order to offer the public an authentic experience of a Greek festival, with many parallel activities and surprises.

It should be noted that in addition to the Greek flavours and many dishes that had pride of place, the all-day festival included an entertainment program with live music and dance demonstrations, many stands with Greek produce and merchandise, rich and fun activities for children, and thematic exhibitions on the history, tradition and culture of the homeland that were held inside the Parish facilities.

This exciting day, which was a breath of fresh air and filled with optimism after the difficult period brought about by the pandemic, finished with a spectacular display of fireworks in the skies of Parramatta and with the promise of all those present to come together again to celebrate in Greek-style, the next “Let’s Go Greek Festival”.

Photos: © David Petranker

© David Petranker
© David Petranker
© David Petranker
© David Petranker
© David Petranker
© David Petranker
© David Petranker
Tags: Bishop Iakovos of MiletoupolisGreek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia

Follow OrthodoxTimes.com on Google News and learn all the news about Orthodoxy in Greece and worldwide.

All the latest developments in the Orthodox world, society and humankind, at the moment they happen, at OrthodoxTimes.com


Related Posts

Official opening of the new Archdiocesan Cathedral in Adelaide: The Archbishop stressed, “I want to link this Church with Constantinople”
Archdiocese of Australia

Official opening of the new Archdiocesan Cathedral in Adelaide: The Archbishop stressed, “I want to link this Church with Constantinople”

November 28, 2022
Archbishop of Australia ordains as a deacon a member of NSW Police Force
Archdiocese of Australia

Archbishop of Australia ordains as a deacon a member of NSW Police Force

November 13, 2022
The Holy Archdiocese of Australia honoured Metropolitan Ezekiel of Dervis
Archdiocese of Australia

The Holy Archdiocese of Australia honoured Metropolitan Ezekiel of Dervis

July 25, 2022
Palm Sunday at the Cathedral of the Annunciation of the Theotokos, Sydney
Archdiocese of Australia

Palm Sunday at the Cathedral of the Annunciation of the Theotokos, Sydney

April 18, 2022
Archbishop of Australia: Our faith and hope in God are the most precious resources we have
Archdiocese of Australia

Archbishop of Australia: Our faith and hope in God are the most precious resources we have

March 25, 2022
Divine Liturgy by the Archbishop of Australia at the Church of St. Charalambos in Tuggerah
Archdiocese of Australia

Divine Liturgy by the Archbishop of Australia at the Church of St. Charalambos in Tuggerah

February 13, 2022
Load More
Next Post
Memory of Saint Euphemia the Great Martyr

Memory of Saint Euphemia the Great Martyr

Latest News

Pilgrims from Ioannina to the Theological School of Halki

Pilgrims from Ioannina to the Theological School of Halki

by NewsRoom
Jan 30, 2023 | 18:54
0

A group of fifty pilgrims from Ioannina visited the Holy Theological School of Halki on Sunday, January 29. The...

The feast of the veneration of Apostle Peter’s sacred chain at the Patriarchate of Jerusalem (VIDEO)

The feast of the veneration of Apostle Peter’s sacred chain at the Patriarchate of Jerusalem (VIDEO)

by NewsRoom
Jan 30, 2023 | 17:31
0

On Sunday, January 29, 2023, the Patriarchate of Jerusalem celebrated the feast of the veneration of the Holy chain...

School Feast of the Three Hierarchs in Birmingham

School Feast of the Three Hierarchs in Birmingham

by NewsRoom
Jan 30, 2023 | 14:23
0

With poems, music, and dances, the Three Hierarchs were celebrated on Sunday, January 29, at the Greek Orthodox Community...

Memory of Three Holy Hierarchs

Memory of Three Holy Hierarchs

by NewsRoom
Jan 30, 2023 | 13:52
0

Our Church and the ecumenical Greek education celebrate today the memory of the Three Holy Hierarchs and Ecumenical Teachers,...

Archbishop of Australia: The Three Hierarchs belong to the Great Fathers of the Church

Archbishop of Australia: The Three Hierarchs belong to the Great Fathers of the Church

by NewsRoom
Jan 30, 2023 | 13:44
0

Archbishop Makarios of Australia visited the Orthodox Day Schools for the beginning of School and the Feast of The...

Metropolitan of Ioannina officiated at the Patriarchal Church in the Phanar (PHOTOS)

Metropolitan of Ioannina officiated at the Patriarchal Church in the Phanar (PHOTOS)

by NewsRoom
Jan 30, 2023 | 13:08
0

The Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew was present in prayer from the Holy Altar during the Divine Liturgy on Sunday 29...

Newsletter

Sign up for our weekly newsletter



Quick Links

  • Orthodoxy
  • Politics
  • Society
  • Spirituality
  • Christianity
  • Opinions
  • History
  • Press Releases

Get Social

About Us

Advertise

Contact

© 2023 OrthodoxTimes.com
digital world media

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • Orthodoxy
    • Ecumenical Patriarchate
      • Dioceses of the Ecumenical Patriarchate
      • Mount Athos
      • Archdiocese of America
      • Archdiocese of Australia
      • Church of Crete
    • Patriarchates
      • Patriarchate of Alexandria
      • Patriarchate of Antioch
      • Patriarchate of Moscow
      • Patriarchate of Serbia
      • Patriarchate of Romania
      • Patriarchate of Jerusalem
      • Patriarchate of Bulgaria
      • Patriarchate of Georgia
    • Churches
      • Church of Greece
      • Church of Cyprus
      • Church of Poland
      • Church of Albania
      • Church of Czech and Slovakia
      • Church of Ukraine
  • Politics
    • USA
    • Europe
    • Middle East
  • Society
    • Greek Diaspora
    • Culture
  • Spirituality
  • Christianity
  • Opinions
  • Greek Version

© 2023 OrthodoxTimes.com - All rights reserved.

This website uses cookies to improve your experience. We'll assume you're ok with this, but you can opt-out if you wish.AcceptReject Read More
Privacy & Cookies Policy

Privacy Overview

This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
Necessary
Always Enabled

Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. This category only includes cookies that ensures basic functionalities and security features of the website. These cookies do not store any personal information.

Non-necessary

Any cookies that may not be particularly necessary for the website to function and is used specifically to collect user personal data via analytics, ads, other embedded contents are termed as non-necessary cookies. It is mandatory to procure user consent prior to running these cookies on your website.

SAVE & ACCEPT