Video
January 20, 2021
The wounds of centuries of slavery have not been fully overcome simply because there was a Civil War, or because there was Reconstruction, or when the Voting Rights Act was signed. Justice takes hard work over generations, and as Christians, we are called to that work. #MLKDay Read More
Video
December 14, 2020
His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America joins Rabbi Noam Marans, AJC Director of Interreligious and Intergroup Relations, for a Hanukkah conversation on rising antisemitism, Eastern Mediterranean geopolitics, including the strong cooperative bond between Israel, Greece, and Cyprus, faith during this challenging holiday season, and Orthodox Christian-Jewish relations. Read More
Science and Technology
November 25, 2020
This Thanksgiving, we are facing a critical moment in the health of our country, but just as much, a critical moment in the health of our souls. Let us show our love for one another by protecting the living image of God that is each and every human being. #WearΑMask Read More
Department of Youth and Young Adult Ministries (Y2AM)
November 19, 2020
Why do we fast from good things like tasty food? A the start of the Nativity Fast, we'll share three basic reasons why fasting helps transform our spiritual lives. But then we'll go a little deeper and explore why these same reasons suggest you should fast, not just from food, but from social media as well. Read More
Center for Family Care
October 26, 2020
Everyone can appreciate the various expressions of nature; hiking in the mountains, a walk along the shoreline, a visit to a botanical garden. Nature has a way of calming our souls. We are awed by the complexities and detail of creation. It revitalizes and restores our whole being. Yet there are two contrasting extremes that are being played out in the world today; two radical paths happening concurrently. One is the exploitation of creation and nature, and the other is the worship of creation and nature. Read More
Center for Family Care
October 5, 2020
Many people in the Greek Orthodox community – both clergy and active parishioners alike – believe we do not have a problem with domestic violence. Among those who state there may be a problem, most believe it occurs only among immigrant or less educated women. When asked how they reached this conclusion, most state that as no victims or hardly any ever reveal the problem to them, domestic violence must not occur. Why are our women silent? Perhaps because we are. Read More
Department of Youth and Young Adult Ministries (Y2AM)
October 2, 2020
Politics are toxic and the world seems full of darkness. Is our job, as Christians, to fight that darkness? We'll review the advice of two greats saints (St Isaac the Syrian and St Poprhyrios of Kavsokalyvia) to see how we can bring the Light of Christ into a world darkened by toxic politics. Read More
Department of Inter-Orthodox Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations
October 1, 2020
Department of Inter-Orthodox Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations
October 1, 2020
Department of Inter-Orthodox Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations
October 1, 2020
Video
September 18, 2020
A webinar hosted by the National Council of Churches featuring Nicholas Anton. Read More
GOARCH Affiliates and Organizations
September 3, 2020
This webinar will focus on ecology and the role of ecumenical partners in taking action to preserve our common home. Join us on September 18 from 1:00-3:00 PM EDT for this important roundtable discussion. Read More
Video
August 7, 2020
The X Annual Lenten Retreat sponsored by Holy Virgin Cathedral SF Read More
Assembly of Bishops
August 6, 2020
We express our deep sorrow at the devastation created by the explosions in Beirut. We mourn for the people of Lebanon, who now face an additional challenge in this time of great crisis. International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC), the official humanitarian Agency of the Assembly of Bishops, is helping alleviate the heartbreaking impact of this tragedy. After conducting rapid needs assessments, IOCC released $150,000 in emergency funding. Read More
Department of Inter-Orthodox Ecumenical and Interfaith Relations
June 12, 2020
Fr. John Chryssavgis speaks with a variety of clergy and laity, men and women, as well as a group of students, on racial justice and reconciliation. This series of interviews is intended to initiate and facilitate a broader conversation on these vital issues among Orthodox faithful and within Orthodox parishes. Read More
Center for Family Care
June 10, 2020
In the aftermath of George Floyd’s horrific death at the hands of police officers, protests have erupted across the nation. With everyone at home due to the Covid-19 Pandemic, parents now have an opportune moment to talk about racism with their children. But how do parents begin that tough conversation? Read More
St. Photios Shrine
May 28, 2020
On Friday, May 29, 2020, the Saint Photios Greek Orthodox National Shrine will present its inaugural Commemoration of the Fall of Constantinople online. Read More