Condolence Letter on the Falling Asleep of Metropolitan Hilarion
With great sorrow, we learned today of the passing of the First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia, the ever-memorable Metropolitan Hilarion (Kapral). Read More
May 20, 2022
His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros Great Vespers & Bestowal of Alumni Crosses
This evening we have gathered to recognize our Alumni, with the bestowal of special crosses for the occasion. I would note that this Vespers coincides with the feast of the Holy Hieromartyr Patrick, Bishop of Prousa. This was the See to which I was elected many years ago, and in which I labored on behalf of the small but vibrant Greek Orthodox Community there, before coming to America as your Archbishop. Read More
May 18, 2022
His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros Remarks at the Hellenic College Holy Cross Alumni Dinner
What a joy it is to be gathered with our alumni – for the first time in three years! – to celebrate the accomplishments of all, and to highlight the special distinctions of a few. In naming alumni of the year, we pause to acknowledge the contributions to our Church and to our precious Σχολή of exemplary graduates – clergy and lay. Read More
May 18, 2022
We give especial thanks this day to God Almighty, for the providential love that has united our two Republics within the sanctum of the Capitol of the United States, this God-protected Temple of freedom and democratic ideals. Read More
May 17, 2022
Mr. President and Dr. Biden, Mr. Prime Minister and Mrs. Mitsotaki, Dear Friends, Χριστὸς Ἀνέστη! Christ is Risen! Our joy today – to be in the presence of the leaders of the Birthplace of Democracy and the world’s greatest Democracy – commences with our Paschal greeting. Read More
May 16, 2022
I am very much delighted to be with all of you this evening, to continue celebrating our Paschal joy and to recognize with love and gratitude those who serve this Metropolis and the surrounding community. Both as your Archbishop and as the Patriarchal Vicar of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey, I am always glad to be with you; for you are all faithful stewards of the Church. As wise οἰκονόμοι, you invest your time, talents and treasure into the benefit of all. It demonstrates your palpable devotion and dedication to the Message of the Gospel – that it is, indeed, “more blessed to give than to receive.” Read More
May 10, 2022
Χριστὸς Ἀνέστη! Christ is Risen! What a marvelous afternoon to break ground for this vital addition to the Church of the Holy Resurrection! Read More
May 8, 2022
What a joy it is to gather in the fellowship of this evening’s meal, and to continue our celebration of the consecration of Κοίμησις τῆς Θεοτόκου. Truly, this moment should be savored by all. For it is an accomplishment that has come to pass by sacrifice, devotion and the sweat of a community that is committed to preserving its faith and heritage. You all deserve a hearty round of applause! Read More
May 7, 2022
Archbishop Elpidophoros Address at the National Workshop on Christian Unity
It is with this traditional Paschal greeting that I would like to open my remarks, expressing my sincere gratitude to the organizers of the National Workshop on Christian Unity, and especially to the members of the National Planning Committee for their kind invitation. Read More
May 4, 2022
Archbishop Elpidophoros Remarks Before the Doxology for March 25 – On the Sunday of Thomas
With our triumphant Paschal proclamation, I greet each and every one of you on this glorious morning in Boston, where we have gathered once again to praise and give thanks for the Rebirth of the Greek People. This is Thomas Sunday, when we see the Doubter resolve his double mind and come to faith in the Lord. And were there not doubters when the Greeks first raised their banner of liberty? Read More
May 1, 2022
