The President of the Hellenic Republic, Katerina Sakellaropoulou, held a meeting with Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, during which he provided an overview of the Archdiocese’s recent initiatives. Expressing gratitude for the participation of the Presidential Guard in the New York events commemorating the Greek Revolution of 1821, Archbishop Elpidophoros extended an invitation for the Evzones, members of the Presidential Guard, to participate in this year’s celebrations.
Mrs. Sakellaropoulou emphasized the crucial role played by the Archdiocese in preserving the unity and identity of the Greek diaspora in America. She highlighted the enduring presence of the Presidential Guard at Greek Diaspora events as a means to promote Hellenic history and values, fostering a stronger connection between expatriate Greeks and their homeland.
Honored to visit H.E. the President of the Hellenic Republic Ms Ekaterini Sakellaropoulou, to voice the gratitude of all Greek-Americans for sending the Presidential Guard to the March 25th Parade every year. We shared our commitment to strong bonds between Greece & the Diaspora. pic.twitter.com/QzvwClz6VL
— Elpidophoros (@Elpidophoros) January 25, 2024
Among the attendees at the meeting were Savvas Tsivikos, President of AHEPA University Hospital, Annita Kartalopoulou, Vice President of the Greek Orthodox Philoptochos Society, businessman Steve Zervoudis, and Father Alex Karloutsos.
Source: ANA-MPA / Article translated by: Konstantinos Menyktas