Archbishop Makarios of Australia paid a visit to the Consulate General of Greece in Sydney on Tuesday, January 9th.
The Consul General, Ioannis Mallikourtis, and his team warmly received the Archbishop, exchanging heartfelt wishes for the new year of 2024.
During the visit, Archbishop Makarios blessed and cut the Vasilopita of the Consulate General, invoking God’s blessings for the health and strength of the staff to carry on their mission effectively.
In his remarks, Archbishop Makarios expressed contentment with the strong and beneficial collaboration between the Consulate General and the Holy Archdiocese of Australia, specifically for the prosperity of the Greek community in New South Wales.
Both parties emphasized their commitment to furthering their cooperative efforts in 2024, fostering unity and collaboration, especially in preparation for the upcoming celebrations marking the centenary of the Greek Orthodox Church of Australia.
Article translated by: Konstantinos Menyktas