Greek Foreign Minister Nikos Dendias went to Fanari in Istanbul on Sunday and was received by the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew. The two discussed the spiritual and charitable work of the Ecumenical Patriarchate around the world, according to a related post by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Twitter. Ο ΥΠΕΞ @NikosDendias έγινε σήμερα δεκτός από […]
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Orthodox Patriarch in Jerusalem Says Palestinian Christians are Targeted by Israeli Groups
December 17, 2022 The Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem, Theophilos III, warned that Christians in the holy land have become the target of repeated and continuous attacks by radical Israeli groups, especially in the holy city of Jerusalem. The Patriarch made the statement at the annual lighting ceremony of the Christmas tree held Friday night at […]
Maronite Patriarch, Al-Rai, reiterates call to ‘internationalise’ Lebanon cause
Lebanon Maronite Patriarch, Bechara Boutros Al-Rai, has reiterated the call for the "internationalisation" of the Lebanese cause and for "heading to the UN and world powers to rescue Lebanon before it's too late". Speaking during his Sunday service, Al- Rai wished the caretaker Prime Minister, Najib Mikati had reconsidered the cabinet session held last Monday, […]
Pope Francis visits Kazakhstan, will not meet with Russia’s patriarch
Pope Francis has arrived in Kazakhstan for a three-day visit that will include an interfaith conference — a trip overshadowed by the fact that he will not be meeting with the head of the Russian Orthodox Church, Patriarch Kirill, while there. On Wednesday and Thursday, the leader of the Catholic Church will participate in the […]
The Green Patriarch calls for urgent climate and environmental action
Dubbed the Green Patriarch for his passion and advocacy for the environment, Ecumenical Bartholomew said humanity is not learning its lessons from climate change and protecting the environment. The Patriarch made the remarks on Tuesday in a message on the “Day of Protecting the Natural Environment” that marks the start of the new ecclesiastical year […]
Israel uses Palestinian blood for electioneering, says Patriarch
The head of the Greek Orthodox Church in Jerusalem accused Israeli officials on Sunday of using Palestinian blood for electioneering, Al-Watan Voice has reported. "Palestinian blood is not cheap to be used for election campaigns," insisted Archbishop Atallah Hanna. "They cannot accept that their blood is used for this dirty cause which reflects a lack […]
Greek Orthodox Patriarch warns Christian presence in Jerusalem under threat by Zionist extremists
“Our churches are threatened by Israeli radical fringe groups,” wrote Patriarch Theophilos III in a column published in last Saturday’s British daily, The Times. “At the hands of these Zionist extremists,” Jerusalem’s Greek Orthodox Patriarch said, “the Christian community in Jerusalem is suffering greatly.” Theophilos charged that a rising number of assaults against Christians and […]
Reps. Bilirakis, Malliotakis Laud Religious Freedom During Patriarch’s Visit
US Representative Gus Bilirakis (R-FL) addresses the audience at AHEPA’s Congressional Banquet in honor of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew’s visit to the United States on October 24, 2021. Rep. Gus Bilirakis, the co-chair of the Congressional Caucus on Hellenic Issues and the International Religious Freedom Caucus, delivered the keynote address at the Oct. 24 AHEPA Congressional […]
Greek-American Psaros Creates Ecumenical Patriarch Chair at Georgetown Uni
Michael Psaros speaks to Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew on Tuesday. Credit: D. Panagos/GOARCH Prominent Greek-American Michael Psaros announced on Tuesday the establishment of the “Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Endowed Orthodox Chaplaincy” at Georgetown University. The announcement was made at a dinner at Georgetown University held in honor of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew who is on an official visit […]
“Patriarch” actor Siamak Atlasi dies from COVID-19
“Patriarch” actor Siamak Atlasi dies from COVID-19 – Tehran%20Times TEHRAN – Siamak Atlasi, the actor of the popular 1990s Iranian TV series “The Patriarch”, died from COVID-19 at a Tehran hospital on Sunday. He was at 85. Speaking to the Persian service of ISNA, his daughter Sahar said that he had most likely been infected […]
Patriarch Ilia of Georgia: Time is running out, be ready for the Second Coming
Home » Europe, Religion » Patriarch Ilia of Georgia: Time is running out, be ready for the Second Coming Life is difficult, but we must always remember that the Lord reigns and be vigilant about preparing for His Second Coming, His Holiness Catholicos-Patriarch Ilia II of Georgia preached on Sunday. “Time is running […]
Greek-Orthodox Patriarch performs ‘washing of the feet’ in Jerusalem
The Greek-Orthodox Patriarch of Jerusalem on Thursday performed the traditional “washing of the feet” ceremony outside the Holy Sepulchre. The ritual, conducted by Theophilos III before the clergy and this year because of the pandemic, only a small crowd of local pilgrims, symbolises humility. It is performed on the last Thursday before Easter at the […]
Holy Sepulchre Church Opens on Palm Sunday as Latin Patriarch Says ‘We Feel More Hopeful’
Christian worshippers hold palm fronds during a Palm Sunday procession in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem’s Old City March 28, 2021. Photo: REUTERS/Ammar Awad In scenes very different from last year, Jerusalem’s Church of the Holy Sepulchre was open to the public on Palm Sunday, allowing Christians to attend mass at the […]
Pope Alexander VI: Unscrupulous Borgia Patriarch With a Lust for Power
Alexander VI was a pope who lived during the 15 th century, when Italy was experiencing the Renaissance. He is considered to be one of the most controversial popes in the history of the Roman Catholic Church . Instead of focusing on spiritual matters, Alexander was more concerned with material wealth and earthly power. Moreover, […]
Russia heeds ‘the Inner Voice of Conscience’–Patriarch Kirill
Posted on January 15, 2018 by Richard Edmondson Several days ago I posted a video of an interview with Patriarch Kirill of the Russian Orthodox Church conducted over Russian TV. The interview aired live on January 7–Russian Orthodox Christmas Day. What I posted was only a four and a half minute segment that had been translated into English–this of […]
Orthodox patriarch: ‘Jewish settlers’ threat to Christian presence in Holy Land
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