Close Menu
    Facebook X (Twitter) Instagram
    Trending
    • A Different Kind of Pope – Analysis by Theodore Kalmoukos
    • A Zoom Retreat on “Pride” for Clergy Wives and Widows
    • Pascha With St. John of Shanghai
    • Over 200 Entered the Church this Pascha in Hatfield, UK
    • On the Unity of the Church: An Interview with Dr. Symeon Paschalidis
    • OCA Delegation Attends Funeral of Pope Francis
    • Another Joyful Milestone at St. Vladimir’s Seminary
    • The “Chernobyl Savior” Icon
    Orthodox Christian Laity
    Facebook X (Twitter) YouTube
    • Home
    • OCL
      • About OCL
      • Leadership
      • OCL News
      • OCL Publications
      • Focused Study and Research Topics
      • OCL Archives at DePaul University
    • Orthodox News & Links
      • Orthodox News Stories
      • Headlines & News Archives
      • Governance & Unity
        • Governance Top Stories
        • Governance & Unity Essays
        • Grassroots Unity in Action
      • OCL Forums
      • Orthodox Christian Laity News
      • Web Links
    • Audio & Video
      • Audio Index
      • Video Index
    • Contact
    • Make a Donation
    Orthodox Christian Laity
    You are at:Home»Governance & Unity News»Holy Synod of Serbian Orthodox Church meets in Belgrade

    Holy Synod of Serbian Orthodox Church meets in Belgrade

    0
    By Webmaster on November 7, 2018 Governance & Unity News, Governance Top Stories
    Share
    Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Email Telegram WhatsApp Copy Link
    The Holy Synod of Bishops of the Serbian Orthodox Church began its work on Tuesday, November 6, 2018, at the Synodal Hall of the Patriarchal Palace in Belgrade.

    by Aurelian Iftimiu

    The Serbian hierarchs gathered to examine the issues on the agenda under the chairmanship of His Beatitude Patriarch Irinej.

    New Statutes for the Church’s organization

    Change of official title

    We recall that at a previous session of the Bishops’ Synod, the question of changing the statutes for the organization and functioning of the Serbian Orthodox Church was raised.

    One of the changes announced was the addition of the phrase “Patriarchate of Pec” to the official name of the Serbian Church.

    Changes to the official name of the Serbian Church explain the desire to strengthen relations with its historical centre of the Patriarchate of Pec, but also with the Kosovo and Metohija regions as jurisdictions of major importance.

    Many of the most significant Serbian Orthodox churches and monasteries are located in the Kosovo area, which includes the Pec / Peje patriarchal ensemble and the Gracanica and Decani monasteries, which are among the UNESCO heritage monuments.

    New procedure to elect the Patriarch

    It also provided for an update of the election procedure for the Primate of the Serbian Orthodox Church, given that the Serbian Church leader is currently elected by a system that involves the random selection of one of the three envelopes containing the names of the candidates.

    Elevation of 13 dioceses to the rank of metropolis

    If the new statutory act is adopted, thirteen dioceses will be elevated to the rank of Metropolis: Banja Luka, Bačka, Braničevo, Dalmatia, Žiča, Zahumlje and Herzegovina, Niš, Raško-Prizren, Srem, Šumadija, Canada, Novo Gracanica and the Middle West of America, Frankfurt.

    Given the latest statements in the press, it is most likely that the Synod will also discuss the ecclesial situation in Ukraine.

    Photo: SPC

    via Holy Synod of Serbian Orthodox Church meets in Belgrade – Basilica.ro

     

    Share. Facebook Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Email WhatsApp Copy Link
    Previous ArticleGreece: Orthodox Clergy Oppose New Church/State Agreement
    Next Article Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to visit Venice next week

    Related Posts

    May 9, 20252 Mins Read

    A Different Kind of Pope – Analysis by Theodore Kalmoukos

    April 30, 20251 Min Read

    A Zoom Retreat on “Pride” for Clergy Wives and Widows

    April 30, 20254 Mins Read

    Pascha With St. John of Shanghai

    Leave A Reply Cancel Reply

    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Sign the Declaration for Orthodox Christian Unity

    Enter the Slogan Contest

    Share this page
    DISCLAIMER

    All articles represent the views of the authors and  not necessarily the official views of Orthodox Christian Laity (OCL). They are posted to encourage thoughtful discussion on topics and concerns relevant to Orthodox Christians living in a pluralistic society. OCL encourages your comments.

    Stay Informed!

    Subscribe to our Newsletter

    WE WELCOME YOUR INPUT AND SUPPORT!

    Your donation impacts and helps advance the unity of the Orthodox Church of America.

    DONATE NOW

    THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONTINUED SUPPORT!

    Upcoming Events
    There are no upcoming events.
    Recent Comments
    • Webmaster on St Catherine’s Circle: Lenten Lectures on Tuesdays at 2:00 pm Eastern
    • Joy smith on St Catherine’s Circle: Lenten Lectures on Tuesdays at 2:00 pm Eastern
    • Webmaster on Ethiopian Bible is the oldest and complete bible on earth
    • Gloria on Ethiopian Bible is the oldest and complete bible on earth
    • Webmaster on A Different Kind of Pope – Analysis by Theodore Kalmoukos
    • Irvinjacksonjr on Ethiopian Bible is the oldest and complete bible on earth
    • George Marakis on A Response to “Xenophobia in the Cloak of Progress How English Liturgies Hurt the American Orthodox Church”
    • Gerry Perdilas on A Response to “Xenophobia in the Cloak of Progress How English Liturgies Hurt the American Orthodox Church”
    • Lakis Velotris on Is Trump the New Constantine?
    • Mary Zaras on Is Trump the New Constantine?
    OCL Archives Online
    Project for Orthodox Renewal
    renewal-resize
    OCL Digital Newsletter

    Subscribe to our Newsletter

    MAKE A DONATION

    St. Symeon the New Theologian and St. Photini are the Patron Saints of OCL

    footer-fnl

    Orthodox Christian Laity
    PO Box 6954

    West Palm Beach, FL · 33405
    561-585-0245

    Sponsored by Ann Souvall in memory of husband George

    DISCLAIMER: All articles represent the views of the authors and  not necessarily the official views of Orthodox Christian Laity (OCL). They are posted to encourage thoughtful discussion on topics and concerns relevant to Orthodox Christians living in a pluralistic society. OCL encourages your comments.

    ©2025 Orthodox Christian Laity (OCL) ·  Login

    Type above and press Enter to search. Press Esc to cancel.