Peace and Peacemaking as an Interfaith and Ecumenical Vocation: An Orthodox View
Be the Bee #152 | How Christians Can Save Politics
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.
More »Preface to "For the Life of the World" - Social Ethos Document
The task of producing a single statement of the social doctrine of the Orthodox Church is of its nature a complicated, not to say contentious, undertaking. The Orthodox Church operates within a vast variety of cultural and historical contexts, each with its own social and political concerns and traditions. The Church regards its social teaching as nothing other than a faithful transcription of the moral teachings of the gospel into the language of public ethics and policy, and insists that every Orthodox Christian is called to live in the world as a faithful disciple of Christ, called to fellowship with the whole communion of saints. More »
Remarks at the Luncheon in Honor of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis
For Greece stands at the cusp of Europe and Asia, not as a wall of separation, but as a doorway of opportunity to the treasure-house of wisdom and inspiration that she has been for these many thousands of years. Under your guidance, we expect Greece will achieve prodigious progress and prosperity. More »
Soak Up the Son: Week 6
On June 23, the Orthodox Church commemorates the Sunday of All Saints, which honors the eternal memory of every man, woman, and child, throughout the ages, that “finished the race” having “fought the good fight” and received “the crown of righteousness” (2 Timothy 4:7–8). More »
Archdiocese Joins Other Faith Organizations to Oppose Politicalization of Houses of Worship
A diverse group of 99 religious and denominational organizations are urging Congress to maintain current law that protects houses of worship and other religious nonprofit organizations from political pressure and additional dangers that come with endorsing and opposing candidates. More »
President Nicos Anastasiades and Archbishop Demetrios of America talk about the Cyprus issue
The President of the Republic of Cyprus Mr. Nicos Anastasiades visited His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America today, September 23, 2016. President Anastasiadis is in New York participating in the United Nations General Assembly. More »
Encyclical of Archbishop Demetrios for the Commemoration of the Asia Minor Catastrophe (09/18/2016)
In recognition of this and many related tragic events of that era, I ask the parishes of our Holy Archdiocese to have special observances and memorial services on Sunday, September 18. Together, let us remember our forbearers who perished and commemorate the valor shown by those who survived. Let us honor the memory and sacrifice of those who suffered. As we are confronted by the crises in our contemporary world, let us find strength and guidance in our Orthodox faith, just as many did in those dark days, placing their hope for deliverance and salvation in Almighty God. More »
Archons Condemn Article Targeting His All-Holiness
The Order of St. Andrew, Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate on Aug. 29 condemned recent attempts to threaten the well being of Ecumenical Patriarchate Bartholomew through the posting of fraudulent articles online under the name of Ambassador Arthur Hughes. Their statement said that Ambassador Hughes had nothing to do with their content and has been working with the Archons to remove such posts and inform others that they are not his work. More »
Praying for a President 
How should we as Orthodox Christians think about the political process which secures our liberties and is therefore in some sense sacred? More »
The Role of the Vote
I spoke recently to a man who lives in a condominium complex not far from our house. The buildings are two stories high, and when they were built elevators were not thought to be necessary. More »
Holy Eparchial Synod Issues Statement on tragic Events in North Africa and Middle East
The Holy Eparchial Synod of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, that convened for its regularly scheduled Spring meeting, Apr. 20-22, 2015, issued a statement regarding recent tragic events in North Africa and the Middle East. More »
Address of Vice President Joe Biden at the Grand Banquet of Clergy-Laity 2014
Vice President Joe Biden addresses the attendees of the Grand Banquet of the 42nd Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America on June 9, 2014. More »
President Obama Issues Statement for Orthodox Christians Around the World
The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America is pleased to announce the receipt of a very significant message and greeting from the President of the United States, Barack Obama, and the First Lady Michelle Obama, on the occasion of Orthodox Pascha (Easter). More »
Archbishop Demetrios Participated in the National Inaugural Prayer Service
His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America participated today in the National Inaugural Prayer Service in the Capital’s National Cathedral with President Barack Obama, Vice President Joe Biden and the Members of the U.S. Congress in attendance. More »
Archbishop Demetrios Offered Benediction at Presidential Inaugural Luncheon
The 57th Inaugural Ceremonies for President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden was also a special occasion of honor and recognition for His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios and the Greek Orthodox Church in America. More »
President Obama and Vice President Biden Invite Archbishop Demetrios to Participate in the National Inaugural Prayer Service
President Barack Obama and Vice President Joe Biden invited His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America to participate in the National Inaugural Prayer Service to be held the day after the inauguration, Tuesday Jan. 22 at 10:30 a.m. in the National Cathedral. More »
Archbishop Demetrios to Deliver Benediction at the 2013 Presidential Inaugural Luncheon
His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America has been invited to offer the benediction at the 2013 Presidential Inaugural Luncheon following the Inaugural ceremonies at the U.S. Capitol on January 21, 2013. More »
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Addresses the European Parliament
His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew addresses the European Parliament. More »
Ecumenical Patriarchate Expresses Concern for Violence in the World
A Communique in Which the Ecumenical Patriarchate Expresses Concern for Violence in the World More »
Greek Independence Day Celebration at the White House
President Barack Obama and Vice-President Joe Biden welcomed yesterday evening (Thursday, March 22, 2012) at the White House His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America and the Greek-American community for the Annual Greek Independence Day Celebration More »