His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America is attending the Hellenic Dance Festival of the Metropolis of Atlanta from January 12-15, 2024. This year’s HDF, the largest in history, is taking place in Orlando, FL. The mission of the HDF is to develop awareness and appreciation for our Orthodox Tradition and Hellenic culture through dance and music and to Inspire youth and young adults to enhance their experience and love for the Orthodox Church and Hellenic culture.

His Eminence has had the opportunity to meet performers and spectators young and old, and attend performances and special events. At the conclusion of the clergy and family luncheon which took place today Saturday, January 13, 2024, His Eminence recognized the decades long ministry of Rev. Protopresbyter James Rousakis and awarded him the Protopresbyter’s cross of the Sacred Archdiocese.

Full text of Archbishop Elpidophoros’ remarks https://www.goarch.org/.../remarks-by-his-eminence...

For more information on HDF visit https://www.hellenicdancefestival.com/

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