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Source: Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America Join the Orthodox Observer for a thought-provoking event exploring technology, ethics, and spirituality—and what it means to be human in the age of artificial intelligence. Dive into discussions on how technology is shaping spirituality and how ancient beliefs are influencing modern technology. This in-person event will feature insightful Keynote Speakers: Michael Kratsios, Director of the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Dr. Yannis Papakonstantinou, Distinguished Cloud Engineer at Google Cloud; University of California-San Diego Panelists will include Rev. Dr. John Chryssavgis, Dr. Gayle Woloschak, Dr. Eve Tibbs, Dr. Emily Spratt, Dr. Aristotle Papanikolaou, and…

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Source: Orthodox Observer by Deacon Stephen Muse The Muse side of my family can trace our roots back to the 1500’s in Soul-drop Parish in Lancashire, England. The Trevathan side, my mother’s, are from Cornwall, England. I find the older I get, the more interesting I find such things, not because I am particularly proud of my name or heritage, but because his­tory becomes more palpable – a part of the present, like approaching a holy relic. Elder Sophrony says that all of time and space fit into eternity. History is His Story and ours. The origins and relation­ship of…

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Source: Greek Orthodox Observer In today’s secular society, which is often filled with meaningless rhetoric, it is encouraging to report that the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of North and Central America is progressing toward its stated goals. Recent achievements include the Assembly’s official incorporation on Oct. 18, 2011 as the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of North and Central America (ACOB). (It was formerly known as the “Episcopal Assembly” of North and Central America.) In December, a historic teleconference of Assembly committee chairmen brought together representatives of all Orthodox jurisdictions in North America. The Secretariat– which holds monthly teleconferences…

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