Archbishop Elpidophoros of America met with Archbishop Georgios of Cyprus during his visit to the island, commemorating the 50th tragic anniversary of the Turkish invasion of Cyprus. The meeting, marked by warmth and mutual respect, took place as part of the solemn observances on the island.
Archbishop Georgios warmly received Archbishop Elpidophoros, who expressed his gratitude and admiration on social media: “Thank you, Your Beatitude Archbishop Georgios, for receiving me. It is an honor to have known you for a long time and to present you with engolpia as a belated gift for your enthronement. Wishing you success in your diakonia at this critical time for the Church of Cyprus.”
The exchange of gifts and sentiments between the two Archbishops highlights the enduring solidarity and shared commitment to supporting the Church of Cyprus during this poignant period in its history.
Thank you, Your Beatitude Archbishop Georgios, for receiving me. It is an honor to have known you for a long time and to present you with engolpia as a belated gift for your enthronement. Wishing you success in your diakonia at this critical time for the Church of Cyprus. pic.twitter.com/4rlaiL0ayj
— Elpidophoros (@Elpidophoros) July 24, 2024