(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 29, 2023
His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros
Invocation, Remarks, & Benediction
at the Greek Independence Day Dinner
March 28, 2023
Blair House, Washington, DC
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 27, 2023
When OCPM founder, Fr. Duane Pedersen, began corresponding with Michael in prison, Michael was quick to say he preferred if Fr. Duane would stop writing about God. Despite showing no indication that his heart was changing, Fr. Duane faithfully wrote to him week after week, year after year.
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 27, 2023
Celebrate Easter with your little ones through storytelling and coloring. Three children’s books for ages 4-8 help explain the true meaning of Easter and the Orthodox faith. They are the perfect Easter basket stuffers for your children, godchildren, grandchildren, and Sunday school classes.
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 27, 2023
Icons are windows to heaven, a symbol of faith, and a sign of holiness. They are an essential part of Orthodox worship.
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 27, 2023
We are halfway to Pascha, so let us help you carry your crosses to the Resurrection. From personal reflection books, guides to help apply ascetic teachings to everyday life, liturgical publications, and religious education resources to books for all ages.
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 25, 2023
On Saturday, March 18, 2023 the Metropolis of New Jersey Delaware Valley Youth Commission, with the blessings of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, hosted its Annual GOYA Sights and Sounds Festival at St. Thomas Greek Orthodox Church in Cherry Hill, New Jersey.
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 24, 2023
And in inaugurating “The Founders Legacy Society,” we honor a remarkable group of women and men who have learned the truth of the proverb: “Blessed are they who plants trees under whose shade they will never sit.” These stewards of God’s bounty and blessing are laying up their treasures in heaven, where neither moth nor rust corrupt, and where thieves do not break in and steal.*
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 24, 2023
From Tuesday, March 21 to Thursday, March 23, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America hosted a seminar at its headquarters in New York for the 2023 Holy Cross School of Theology Senior Class.
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 24, 2023
This week, find insights about the upcoming Gospel reading, where we learn about a boy possessed by an evil spirit and his desperate father who seeks help.
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 23, 2023
"On today, March 22nd, with great pride, I thank my colleagues for their indulgence and their support of Senator Gianaris’ resolution and I wish all Greeks and Phil- Hellenes everywhere a Happy Greek Independence Day."
Read More(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 23, 2023
The New York State Assembly and Senate passed resolutions recognizing March 2023 as Greek History Month in the state of New York. In honor of this historic recognition, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America offered the invocation at each of today's legislative sessions.
Read More(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 23, 2023
This Day of Greek Independence — when throughout Greece, Cyprus and the Hellenic Diaspora, the people of God celebrate freedom and remember the cost thereof — let us train our minds on the Theotokos and Ever-Virgin Mary, who is the model for what that freedom truly means.
Read More(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 22, 2023
Invocation, Remarks & Benediction by His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America at the GOAA & AHEPA Luncheon
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 21, 2023
Following the celebration of Divine Liturgy at Holy Cross Chapel on March 19, the Sunday of the Holy Cross, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America inaugurated eight new members into the newly established Hellenic College Holy Cross (HCHC) Founders Legacy Society.
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 21, 2023
Reverend Chancellor,
Brothers and sisters in Christ,
First and foremost, I would like to thank you for your service to the Archdiocesan District by serving on this Council and helping the District achieve success in all of its endeavors.
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(2019 - ) Archbishop Elpidophoros
March 20, 2023
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco 46th Folk Dance and Choral Festival was held in Phoenix, Arizona from February 16 – 19, 2023, and it was one for the record books! Support for this thriving ministry soared to nearly record levels with over 3,500 participants.
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March 20, 2023
His Eminence this week received confirmation that the Evzones will attend and march in the Parade in New York on April 30 Read More
Homily
March 19, 2023
What better place, in all of our Archdiocese, to observe the Sunday of the Veneration of the Holy Cross – than in this Sacred Space, this glorious Chapel of the Holy Cross? Read More
Homily
March 19, 2023
This evening, gathered in this beautiful Sanctuary, we intone the Third Stanza of the Salutations to the Theotokos – the Akathist Hymn. Throughout this magnificent poem, there are more than the praises of the Virgin Mother of God. There are also calls to action for us – like this one: Read More
Direct Archdiocesan District
March 18, 2023
Long Island Parishes came together for the annual Bible Bowl at the Greek Orthodox Community of Holy Trinity in Hicksville, New York. With the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, the youth had an engaging event that taught the Parables, followed by "jeopardy-style" game format. Read More
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