Source: Orthodox Observer Atop Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Seminary’s “hill of hope” in Brookline, Mass., His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America was installed as the new Chair of the Governing Board of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the U.S. (NCC) on Oct. 14. As the first Eastern Orthodox hierarch and head of a jurisdiction to be Chair of the Board, Archbishop Elpidophoros’s installation marks a significant milestone in the history of both the NCC and the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. The installation took place during NCC’s 75th anniversary and Christian Unity Gathering, meeting from Oct. 13-16 in Boston.…
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Source: Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the USA Staff from the Assembly of Bishops participated in the Lilly Endowment, Inc. Thriving Congregations Annual Gathering, the Orthodox Christian Laity 38th Annual Conference, and hosted an information session on Inter-Parish Associations for the Indianapolis area parishes during the week of October 8-13, 2025. October 8-10: The Thriving Congregations Annual Gathering brought together all grantees of the Thriving Congregations grant in the 2024 cohort. The grantees include 132 projects, spanning over 71 Christian denominations and movements across 30 states. The two days of the conference allow grantees to connect with one another, be…
Source: Orthodox Observer “[The Almighty] makes wars cease to the ends of the earth; he breaks the bow and shatters the spear, he burns the shields with fire. He says, ‘Be still, and know that I am God; I will be exalted among the nations, I will be exalted in the earth.’” (Psalm 46:9–10) Along with millions living throughout our war-torn region, We, the Patriarchs and Heads of the Churches in Jerusalem, rejoice at the recent enactment of the ceasefire in Gaza, and the successful release of captives. We take this opportunity to recognise the huge and courageous efforts of all…
Source: The National Herald CLEVELAND – Turmoil has erupted in the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Community of Cleveland following the arrest of the parish priest Fr. Dean Dimon for allegedly seeking sexual services for payment. The 76-year-old priest was arrested by the H.E.A.L. Task Force, as he is alleged to have attempted to approach a prostitute. According to court documents, he has previously been convicted of a similar offense. His arrest is part of the statewide program Operation Next Door and it was announced September 29. In the course of the operation, 135 individuals were arrested, accused of attempting to purchase…
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Source: Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America VIDEO: Ancient Paths, Enduring Faith: Highlights of the Pilgrimage to Lebanon and Jordan (short video) (full video) From June 13-July 3, His Eminence Metropolitan Saba led 29 seminarians, recent seminary graduates and clergy on a sacred pilgrimage through Jordan and Lebanon. The group enriched their spiritual formation and strengthened their understanding of the Church’s history and mission in the Middle East. They visited and prayed at dozens of churches, monasteries, holy sites and archdioceses. They celebrated two ordinations. And they connected with their Father in Christ, His Beatitude Patriarch John X; His Eminence…
Source: Orthodox Observer Salvatore Ambrosino We have published His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew’s address to the Templeton Foundation in its entirety here. Last night, the Templeton Prize was conferred on His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew for his enduring commitment to the environment that has transcended the political seasons of the secular world. Instrumental in Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew’s nomination for the Templeton Prize, world-renowned primatologist and conservationist Dr. Jane Goodall offered congratulatory remarks at New York City’s Lincoln Center. She was followed by former Vice President Al Gore, and Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis also praised the Ecumenical Patriarch for his devotion to God…
Source: Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America Job Title: Director of Training and Development Location: Remote position with occasional travel Department: Youth & Young Adult Ministries Reports to: Chairman of Youth & Young Adult Ministries Position Overview: The Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Director of Training and Development within the Department of Youth & Young Adult Ministries (YYA). This role is dedicated to strengthening the department’s ministry across the Archdiocese by coordinating workflows, fostering collaboration, and designing meaningful training and development opportunities for clergy, lay leaders, and volunteers serving youth and young adults.…
Source: Orthodox Church in America SPRINGFIELD, VA [OCA] Since 2022, the Holy Synod of Bishops of the Orthodox Church in America has designated the first Sunday of October as Church Musician Sunday. The yearly recognition of church musicians is thus connected with the memory of Saints Saint Romanus the Melodist Romanus the Melodist and John Koukouzelis, commemorated together on October 1. This celebration, marked this year on October 5, highlights the essential role of liturgical music in Orthodox Christian worship and the important role of church musicians in the life of the Church. As Church Musician Sunday approaches, parishes are encouraged to: Mark this…
Source: The National Herald NEW YORK – Patriarch Bartholomew met with the President of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, according to a communiqué and photographs released by the Patriarchate. The communiqué stated the following: “In a cordial atmosphere, on the afternoon of Monday, September 22, His All-Holiness the Ecumenical Patriarch met with His Excellency the President of Ukraine, Mr. Volodymyr Zelenskyy, in New York, at the headquarters of the Ukrainian Mission to the United Nations. His All-Holiness wished courage and strength in the struggle of the Ukrainian people, and the President thanked the Patriarch for his support of the people and soldiers…
Source: Orthodox Observer Article by Ben Malian Rev. Dr. John Chryssavgis, Archdeacon of the Ecumenical Throne, is currently Executive Director of the Huffington Ecumenical Institute at Holy Cross School of Theology, where he is Professor of Theology. He also serves as theological advisor to His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew. The author of numerous books on patristic theology and contemporary issues such as climate change, his most recent publications include Creation as Sacrament: Reflections on Ecology and Spirituality (Bloomsbury Publishing, 2019) and The Letters of Barsanuphius and John: Desert Wisdom for Everyday Life (Bloomsbury Publishing, 2022). In this piece, Ben Malian, a contributing writer…
Source: Orthodox Observer Yesterday morning, His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew went aboard the R/V Peconic-Southampton from Stony Brook University’s marina to tour an inlet of Shinnecock Bay, in the east end of Long Island. Aboard a trawler, His All-Holiness heard from some of the university’s researchers. The Ecumenical Patriarch was joined on the tour by hierarchs, clergy, and faithful, including His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America. The event highlighted the environmental advocacy of the Ecumenical Patriarch, as well as the vital role Stony Brook has had in preserving the bay’s aquatic ecosystem. A Marvel of Environmental Restoration Dr. Chris Gobler…