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…
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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 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…
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: Orthodox Christian Attorney Network The Orthodox Christian Attorney Network (OCAN) is pleased to announce its establishment as a formal nonprofit corporation, marking a significant milestone in its journey to minister to Orthodox attorneys and serve the Orthodox Church at large. Founded in 2017 as an informal group of Orthodox attorneys, OCAN has evolved into a network of legal professionals committed to integrating the Orthodox faith with their legal practice, strengthening the Orthodox Church, and inspiring service to others. In past years, OCAN’s national events have hosted federal judges, a U.S. congressman, and other prominent Orthodox attorneys. Recognizing the great…
CLICK HERE to view the PDF of the Program View video presentations from OCL’s 20th Annual Meeting in October 2011 in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania: Remembering the Work and Leadership of the Council of Eastern Orthodox Youth Leaders of the Americas (CEOYLA)
Source: Orthodox Church in America NEW YORK, NY [OCPM] Applications are now officially open for the Certificate Program in Prison Ministry (Spring 2025 Cohort). Through the partnership of Orthodox Christian Prison Ministry (OCPM) and St. Tikhon’s Orthodox Theological Seminary (STOTS), you are invited to experience the most comprehensive training in Orthodox prison ministry offered in the United States. Graduates of the Spring 2024 cohort are already beginning their local prison ministries. “This course was excellent,” says Nick Finzer. “My prison volunteer orientation and training is scheduled for October.” “I’ve just completed my first prison Bible study,” says Steve Stafford. “What a beautiful experience.…
Source: Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Sacred Archdiocese of America Holy Eparchial Synod Boston, September 13, 2024 Communiqué His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America presided over the Holy Eparchial Synod which convened today in its regular meeting at the Theological School of the Holy Cross in Boston. Among other things it discussed: a) The Archbishop thanked His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos of San Francisco for his hospitality and kind cooperation with officials of the Sacred Archdiocese in the realization of the 47th Clergy-Laity Congress this past July in San Diego, which by common acclamation was successful and was characterized by enthusiasm…
Source: Orthodox Christian Mission Center Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Today, on behalf of the Board of Directors of the Orthodox Christian Mission Center, we announce the launch of an Executive Director search in support of the planned retirement of our beloved Father Martin Ritsi. It is with both heartfelt gratitude for his service and great optimism for the future that we embark on this new chapter. Fr. Martin’s unwavering dedication to Christ, to Orthodox missionary work, and to our organization has prepared us well for this moment. Beginning in 2020 and together with Fr. Martin, we established a…
Source: Orthodox Church in America ENGLEWOOD, NJ [OCA] On September 12, 2024 His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon, along with Archpriest Alexander Rentel, Chancellor of the Orthodox Church in America, and Protodeacon Peter Ilchuk visited His Eminence Metropolitan Saba at the chancery of the Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America in Englewood, NJ. This visit marked their first official meeting since His Eminence’s election in February 2023 and his enthronement as Archbishop of New York and Metropolitan of the Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese. Also in attendance were Fr. Joseph Samaan, the Protosyngellos of the Antiochian Archdiocese, and Fr. Thomas Zain, Vicar General of…