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Orthodox Christian Contest Initiative for Building Interfaith Dialogue

The Department of Inter-Orthodox, Ecumenical & Interfaith Relations of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America announces a contest initiative to advance interfaith dialogue. Individuals from all faith traditions are invited to submit a video, photo or MA thesis that best articulates and captures the Orthodox Church’s commitment to interfaith cooperation and dialogue. Three winners will be awarded $500, one from each of the following categories: Read More

Archbishop Demetrios Makes Annual Pastoral Visit to Camp Saint Paul

His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios made a pastoral visit July 11, 2017, to Camp Saint Paul of the Direct Archdiocesan District. He was received with enthusiasm by the campers, spent the day with them, observed their activities heard and answered their questions, had lunch with them and gave them a pocket edition of the New Testament, a prayer bracelet with a small cross along with his blessings. Read More

Holy Eparchial Synod nominates three candidates for the vacancy of the Metropolis of Chicago

The Holy Eparchial Synod of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America convened today July 6, 2017, at the Synodal Chamber of the Holy Archdiocese, under the chairmanship of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America and with all its members in attendance. Read More

Archiepiscopal Encyclical 4th of July, Independence Day (07/04/2017)

Our annual commemoration of the 4th of July, Independence Day in the United States of America, provides us with an opportunity to reflect on the blessings of liberty and to express our gratitude to our forbearers for the freedom that has been advanced and sustained throughout the history of this country. We have and experience a multitude of social, political and economic freedoms because many sacrificed courageously to protect the highest ideals, others engaged in challenging debate and decisions over the shape of governance and society, and countless more have cherished freedom by respecting the rights and liberties of others. Read More

Public Schedule of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, June 28 - July 30, 2017

Public Schedule of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, June 28 - July 30, 2017 Read More

Ionian Village recovers from devastating tornado, to launch Summer 2017 Camping Programs

Following a massive and devastating tornado that struck its’ campgrounds in Greece last fall, Ionian Village has begun its 2017 summer camping programs with the popular trip for young adults, Spiritual Odyssey. Read More

Public Schedule of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, June 23-30, 2017

Public Schedule of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, June 23-30, 2017 Read More

Publication of Official List of Candidates Eligible for Election to the Office of Metropolitan or Auxiliary Bishop

In accordance with Article 14 of the Charter of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and the pertinent Regulations of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America (Advisory and Consultative Role in Hierarchical Elections) and in light of the vacancy in the Holy Metropolis of Chicago, the Archdiocese publishes the list of candidates eligible for election to the Office of Metropolitan or Auxiliary Bishop. Read More

Family Ministry Conference to be held September 20-23, 2017 in Pittsburgh

The Center for Family Care of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese will host its second family ministry conference, The Orthodox Family in a Changing World, in an effort to explore critical issues in the family life-cycle and practical methods to address them in the parish and the home. Read More

The 2017 Comprehensive Examination in Modern Greek Scheduled for June 19

The 2017 Comprehensive Examination in Modern Greek administered by the Direct Archdiocesan District Office of Education will take place Monday, June 19, from 1:15 - 4:15 p.m. Read More