Source: Peter Anderson, Seattle USA On October 26, 2024, the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops of the Catholic Church issued its Final Document on the subject, “For a Synodal Church: Communion, Participation, Mission.” At the present time, the Final Document is only available in Italian and can be read at https://www.synod.va/content/dam/synod/news/2024-10-26_final-document/ITA—Documento-finale-26.10.pdf . Official translations in other languages will be available in the near future. However, in the meantime, I have attached a Google English translation of the Final Document. The Final Document is the culmination of a long process that began three years ago and included consultations at…
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Source: Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Orthodox Observer/Claire Koen Christ, the King of peace, breaks down the dividing walls within our hearts (Eph. 2:14). But how do we as Orthodox Christians cooperate with Christ in this endeavor? It was to this topic that each speaker at the 31st annual Fellowship of Saint Moses the Black conference spoke. Each elevated aspects of Orthodox theology and prayer through which we facilitate Christ’s in-breaking in our communities. Supported in part by the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese’ African American Mission, which is led by Fr. Chrysostom Onyekakeyah, the conference attracted a pan-Orthodox milieu from across…
Source: Orthodox Times On Friday, October 25, 2024, in the Aula Magna “Teoctist Patriarch” of the Patriarchal Palace, under the chairmanship of Patriarch Daniel of Romania, the Holy Synod of the Romanian Orthodox Church held a working session. Following the elections of the Romanian Orthodox Archbishop of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and the Romanian Orthodox Bishop of Ireland and Iceland, the Holy Synod adopted several decisions regarding pastoral care for Romanians in the country and abroad. Among these were the following: The year 2026 has been designated as “The Tribute Year of the Christian Family Pastorate” and “The Commemorative…
Source: Peter Anderson, Seattle WA On October 22, 2024, the Holy Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate met at the Phanar. The Ecumenical Patriarchate uses a 6-month rotation system for Synod members. The members of the Synod as of the October 22 meeting are listed at https://orthodoxtimes.com/new-composition-of-holy-and-sacred-synod-of-the-ecumenical-patriarchate/#:~:text=In%20line%20with%20the%20standard,presidency%20of%20Ecumenical%20Patriarch%20Bartholomew. The press release for the first day of this meeting is found at https://ec-patr.org/%ce%b1%ce%bd%ce%b1%ce%ba%ce%bf%ce%b9%ce%bd%cf%89%ce%b8%ce%ad%ce%bd-%ce%b3%ce%b9%ce%b1-%cf%84%ce%b9%cf%82-%ce%b5%cf%81%ce%b3%ce%b1%cf%83%ce%af%ce%b5%cf%82-%cf%84%ce%b7%cf%82-%ce%b1%ce%b3%ce%af%ce%b1-29/ This release includes the following statement: “During the midday break of work, the Patriarch and the members of the holy body received with cordiality and honor the new Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ukraine, His Excellency Mr. Andrii Sybiha and his colleagues, after…
Source: Orthodox Church in America BURR RIDGE, IL [OCA] Between October 21 and 24, 2024, a canonical procedures conference of the Orthodox Church in America was held in Burr Ridge, IL. The conference was hosted by His Eminence Archbishop Daniel of Chicago and the Midwest and took place at St. Peter and St. Paul Church. Earlier this year, the Holy Synod of the Orthodox Church in America requested that the conference be held as part of the process of reviewing, revising, and further developing ecclesiastical court procedures across the various dioceses of the OCA. Daily sessions were led by His Eminence…
Source: Peter Anderson, Seattle USA On October 20, a very important election was held in Moldova. In the election for president, the current president Maia Sandu received 42% of the vote and will face a November 3 runoff against Alexandr Stoianoglo, who received 26%. However, the greatest media attention has been focused on a referendum which posed the following question to the voters: “Do you support the amendment of the Constitution with a view to the accession of the Republic of Moldova to the European Union?” With almost all of the votes counted, the “yes” votes are prevailing by an…
Source: Public Orthodoxy Varvara Gulina Doctoral Student at San Diego State University Imagine a young woman who has just been sexually assaulted by a priest during confession. Leaving what was meant to be a sacred experience, she feels lost and unsure of whom to turn to in her parish, wondering if anyone would truly understand or believe her. Now picture another woman enduring domestic violence at home; after mustering the courage to confide in a bishop, she is met with the suggestion that she simply needs a change of scenery, leaving her feeling invalidated and dismissed. Envision a young woman…
Source: Peter Anderson, Seattle USA At the invitation of Pope Tawadros II, primate of the Coptic Church, a meeting was held last month between representatives of the Oriental Orthodox Churches (sometimes referred to as the Ancient Oriental Churches) and the Orthodox Churches. In my opinion, this was an extremely important meeting, although it has received very little attention in the media. As you know, the Oriental Orthodox Churches are those churches that did not accept the Council of Chalcedon (451) but accepted the prior three ecumenical councils. The Orthodox Churches are those that did accept the Council and follow the…
CLICK HERE to view and download the PDF of the above flier. If you are not able to attend in person, register to participate live via ZOOM at the following link: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMtcuurqzstG9fHQtDDpwqZwG28ptvgb30d After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. OCL ANNUAL CONFERENCE PROGRAM 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.: Registration and continental breakfast 10:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.: Archbishop Nathaniel will open the Meeting with a prayer. An OCL Board member will introduce Fr. Nick Anton. 10:15 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.: Fr. Anton will deliver his address on the theme: Inter-Parish Associations and Dialogue Across Orthodox…
Source: International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC) As Hurricane Helene has made landfall in the southeastern US, millions are being impacted by the storm’s devastation. Many individuals and families have been forced to evacuate their homes and find shelter, while many more find themselves in need of food and other essential items. IOCC staff have mobilized, with Frontline and Action Team members currently positioning themselves to respond to areas of greatest need. Your help is urgently needed. A gift to IOCC’s US Emergency Response Fund allows IOCC to mobilize aid quickly and effectively. Your generosity helps address immediate needs following crises…
Source: Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the USA The Assembly of Bishops invites you to join them in Atlanta, Georgia from September 28-October 1, 2024, for the 13th annual Assembly of Bishops Meeting (AoB XIII). This special weekend will be filled with prayer, fellowship, and cultural performances showcasing the rich heritage of the Orthodox Christian faith. Vespers & Reception | September 28 at 6:00 p.m. St. Elias Antiochian Orthodox Church 2045 Ponce De Leon Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30307 Liturgy & Reception | September 29 at 8:00 a.m. Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation 2500 Clairmont Rd, Atlanta, GA…
Source: Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America The International and Pan-Orthodox Dialogue between the Anglican Communion and the Orthodox Church is the oldest theological dialogue initiated and chaired by the Ecumenical Patriarchate since 1973 and includes all the Orthodox Churches. Representatives from both churches from all over the world — from Europe to the Middle East, and from Africa to Australia — will be coming to Hellenic College Holy Cross School of Theology for their plenary meeting from October 4-11, 2024. High-ranking bishops and theologians will be here from many countries, including Greece and Cyprus, Jerusalem and Antioch, as well as…