From the summit to the shadows
“For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.” (Luke 14:11) To ...
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Tag: Melchizedek
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew… knows how to make his point
The Ecumenical Patriarch is an institution for Christians, not only for the Orthodox. He has no need for “primacy” or ...
Patriarchate of Georgia: An election with geopolitical significance
For half a century, the late Patriarch of Georgia, Ilia II, was at the helm of the Georgian Orthodox Church. ...
The role of the Church in the upcoming elections
I am not in a position to know when the next national elections will take place. It is the Prime ...
The consequences of war
In recent years, there is an increase in armed conflicts in our region. This alone is troubling, but it becomes ...
The Patriarchates as an asset to Greece
Everyone says it — including those directly involved. The Church and the State must move forward together, remain united, and ...
The hardline campaign against the Patriarch
For those well acquainted with developments in ecclesiastical affairs, the recent attack by the Russian authorities against the Ecumenical Patriarch ...
Orthodoxy at the start of 2026: Key challenges ahead
The world is watching, breathless, as the year draws to a close. The Orthodox world is watching especially closely, because ...
The ecclesiastical issue is also on the table
On the Ukrainian issue, we appear to be approaching a solution, at least on the political and military level, with ...
By what criteria does one become an Archon?
By what criteria does one become an Archon? Through wealth, education, or noble ancestry? Can anyone truly be regarded as ...
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The Patriarch of Serbia congratulated the Patriarch of Romania on his 75th birthday
Patriarch Porfirije of Serbia sent a heartfelt congratulatory letter to Patriarch Daniel of Romania on the occasion of the 75th...
Archbishop of Albania: True dialogue does not require us to weaken our faith
With particular emphasis on the importance of faith, interreligious dialogue, and the responsibility of religious communities in building peace,...
Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey elected as the new Archbishop of Canada
The Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, under the presidency of the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, today, Wednesday,...
Holy and Sacred Synod convenes at the Phanar – Succession of the Archbishop of Canada at the center of discussions
The Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate began its session today at the Phanar, presided over by...
Patriarch of Romania to spend 75th birthday in working session on 2026 Youth Gathering
The Romanian Patriarchate has reiterated that the official (institutional) celebration of Patriarch Daniel is the anniversary of his enthronement...
Memory of Saint Mary Magdalene
The Church today celebrates the memory of Saint Mary Magdalene, the Holy Myrrh-bearer and Equal-to-the-Apostles, as well as the...
