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Preparing the baskets were, front row, left to right, Pam Makricosta, Trish Kapiris, Olga…

Stephen Nemic Stephen Nemic, 85, a former longtime resident of Brookfield, died Oct. 16, 2022 in Nevada. Prior to retiring to Nevada, Mr. Nemic resided in Brookfield for more than 50 years. He was a member of St. Panteleimon…

Jews for Jesus and this is the May 2018 "Behold Your God Jerusalem" Gospel Campaign in Israel. | jewsforjesus.orgAs the end of the pandemic brings more Christians back to Israel for visits to the Holy Land, should they evangelize the Jewish…

Perceptions of churches regarding LGBTQ people Three in four worshipers (75%) agree that their church is generally welcoming and kind to everyone, including LGBTQ+ people. Large majorities of all religious groups agree, including 81% of…

Moscow, October 17, 2022 Photo: mitropolija.com His Eminence Metropolitan Joanijike, Head of the Serbian Orthodox Metropolis of Montenegro, is currently in Moscow to host and bless the "Serbian Comfort for the…

Helen Ann (Kaniclides) Menegos, 84, passed away peacefully in her sleep on October 13, 2022. Born in Warren, Ohio on April 12, 1938 and raised in Niles, she made Akron her home for the past 50 years. Helen is predeceased by her parents…

MORTON — An ongoing shortage of local and national nurses and an aging population are the catalyst for Delaware County Intermediate Unit's ongoing efforts to recruit students into the practical nursing program at its County Technical…

October 7, 2022 SYOSSET, NY The Orthodox Church in America was represented at the 11th Assembly of the World Council of Churches in Karlsruhe, Germany, from August 31 to September 8, 2022, by His Grace Bishop Andrei of…

Alexander Novopashin, vice president of Russia's largest anti-cult organization, insisted that Russian troops are fighting "Satanists".by Massimo IntrovignéArchpriest Alexander Novopachin. From telegram.On September 23, Archpriest…

Homily of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America At the Service of Great Vespers Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church Seattle, Washington September 24, 2022 Your Eminence and beloved Brother in Christ, Metropolitan Gerasimos,…

It was a matter of church and state as Rocky View County (RVC) councilors engaged in a debate over the future of commercial development in Balzac East Industrial Park during the public hearing from last week on September 13. It was…

Consuming kourabiedes is a bit like swimming underwater. It's best to hold your breath while eating the Greek treat, as the sugary, powdery cookies will coat your face if you're not careful. Greek cuisine, much like the…

2021 Emeritus Induction Brunch honoring the Classes of 1970 and 1971. (FSU Alumni Association) The Florida State University Alumni Association will honor the Class of 1972 at its annual Distinguished Alumni Reunion on Homecoming…

In 1054, the inhabitants of our planet were treated to an unusual sight. A strange light exploded and lit up the sky. For no less than twenty-three days, the explosion - caused by a star running out of fuel and exploding - was visible in…

"Seeking justice and peace for all in the Middle East. The assembly heard growing calls from church leaders in the Holy Land for increased intimidation, violations, restricted access to places of worship and attacks by radicals. “The WCC…

On September 5, Patriarch Porfiry of Belgrade, head of the Serbian Orthodox Church, awarded the highest degree of the Order of Saint Sava (the highest chivalric order of the Patriarchate) to the Hungarian Prime…

RICHARD M. ANDERSON, 79, Board Member. SERVICES: Friday noon, Higgins-Reardon Funeral Home, Boardman-Canfield Chapel. CALL HOURS: 10 a.m. to noon Friday, funeral home.…

Work on St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church is finally nearing completion as the 21st anniversary of the September 11 attacks approaches. Designed by Santiago Calatrava and developed by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, the…

CANFIELD - Designed to showcase the many cultures that exist in Youngstown and promote the learning of other cultures, the Mahoning Valley International Civic and…

This week there are several unique activities taking place in the San Diego area to help refresh the mind and spirit, including arts events, a Greek festival, and a free mental health festival.Cardiff Greek Festival returns to San Diego The…

Athens, Greece -- Greek politicians and the country's powerful Orthodox Church have joined together to condemn a retired bishop who claimed on Friday that women are not raped "unintentionally".In an interview with private television Skai,…

Special for the Hellenic News of America William Planes was surprised at how little his grandchildren knew about their grandparents. So he wrote a book. "Platanides: Through the Eye of the Storm" is the true story of his father, Panayiotis…

A new term is creeping into the American lexicon called "Christian nationalism." It is a mistaken belief that the United States was founded as a Christian nation. I have read the original writings of…

Richard Hurd / CC BY 2.0LINCOLN, Neb. (KLKN) — School is back in session, "Go Big Red!" can be heard on the streets, and Labor Day is right around the corner. It's starting to look like fall. The Huskers kick off in…

Members of the Riga-based Word of Faith Church, which once praised Putin's anti-LGBT agenda, have been arrested as "agents of the Ukrainian Armed Forces".by Massimo IntrovignéAn image from the August 15 raids against New Generation. From…

What started as a small smorgasbord of women's churches at St. George's Orthodox Christian Church in Fishers has since grown into a popular festival that attracts thousands of people. The St. George's Middle Eastern Festival…

Romanian Orthodox parishioners woke up on Sunday to find their church door locked with chains and a padlock, in what they consider an act of "vandalism". The "vandals" repeatedly wrapped a chain around the iron knobs of the front door of St…

PODGORICA, Montenegro -- The Montenegrin government fell in a vote of no confidence on Saturday morning following a rift over relations with the powerful Serbian Orthodox Church. Lawmakers voted 50-1 to oust Prime Minister Dritan Abazovic's…

During his weekly address today, Pope Tawadros renewed his condolences to the families of the victims of the tragic fire which broke out on Sunday at the Abu Sefein Church in Giza Governorate in northern Iran. Egypt, killing 41 people,…

Because it rejected the Council of Chalcedon of 451, the Coptic Orthodox Church does not recognize the Catholic Pope and instead has its own Pope, who is the Bishop of Alexandria and claims the apostolic succession of St. Mark . Its…

Twenty-five years ago, Papa San shocked the reggae- and dancehall-loving world when, at the height of his secular fame, he calmly announced that he was abandoning the glitz and glamor of the deejay lifestyle. and fully embraced…

Jerusalem, August 11, 2022 Photo: mospat.ru On August 4, His Eminence Archbishop Theodosius of Sebastia of the Patriarchate of Jerusalem issued a personal statement in which he shared his thoughts on the true meaning and…

Free Speech Union director Toby Young in conversation with Simon Calvert of the Christian…

FORT LAUDERDALE, FL – Elizabeth (Betty) Athanasakos, a pioneer in the Broward County legal community, died at her Fort Lauderdale home on August 2, just days shy of her 95th birthday. She was surrounded by family and friends, who…

ISTANBUL — Ukraine's presidential office said at least eight civilians were killed and 16 others injured in the latest Russian bombardment.The eastern region of Donetsk has been facing the most intensive Russian barrage for weeks.…

Reverend Anne Burghardt, general secretary of the Lutheran World Federation, speaks Aug. 4 during the plenary session on Christian Unity. Photo: Richard Washbrooke/ For the Lambeth Conference The planners of this Lambeth…

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The Ukrainian National Festival of Canada made a triumphant return to the stage this weekend in Dauphin.Cory Lafontaine, a member of the festival's board of directors, said the planning for this year's event in the western Manitoba town was…

A Russian priest interrupted the funeral of a dead Ukrainian soldier last week, hitting another Ukrainian Orthodox Church priest with a cross over his comments about Russian President Vladimir Putin.Video of the July 22 funeral by Private…

(RNS) - A few weeks ago, Elpidophoros, the Greek Orthodox Archbishop of America, showed up at a resort near Athens and baptized the son and daughter of a prominent gay couple, actor Evangelo Bousis and fashion designer Peter Dundas. The…

Special guest speakers included US Congressman Gus Bilirakis, Greek Minister of National Defense Nikos Panagiotopoulos and Archbishop Elpidophoros of America.In his address, the Archbishop said, “As you celebrate and remember your first…

By: Father Konstantinos Koutroubas, Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church It is incompatible with the teachings of the Orthodox Church to practice cremation. We need to remember several things. 1) The pagans practiced and practice cremation.…

Festivals are a break from the stresses of life. A moment of pleasure for children and parents. Seeing people from different places and communities is a great time to socialize. The Greek Orthodox Church of the Transfiguration of Christ…

July 14, 2022 7:00 p.m. Job : July 14, 2022 7:00 p.m. Updated: July 14, 2022 7:21 p.m. LA CROSSE (WKBT)—St. The Elias Orthodox Church's…

Kyiv, July 11, 2022 Photo: pravlife.org A Ukrainian state official who reviewed the new statutes of the Ukrainian Orthodox Church confirms that the document no longer speaks of any connection with the Russian Orthodox Church.…

A regional governor said Ukrainian forces opposed Russian efforts to advance in the eastern region of Donetsk, as Ukrainian officials urged Western allies to send in more weapons. In a message to Telegram on July 9, Serhiy Hayday, head of…

Archpriest Alexander Novopashin is vice-president of Russia's largest anti-cult organization and still presents himself as a "corresponding member" of FECRIS.by Massimo IntrovignéArchpriest Alexander Novopachin. From VKontakte.A journalist…

(Picture - Contribution) Kelowna's Greek community raises funds for Ukrainian refugees Funds raised through Big Fat Greek…

A meeting took place between Archbishop Makarios of Australia and Israel's Ambassador to Australia, Amir Maimon, at the Archdiocesan Residence in Sydney. The meeting, which lasted two hours, was warm and in…

Moscow, June 27, 2022 Graduates of casualty care courses. Another group of volunteers attended training courses on caring for the wounded, organized by the Training Center of the Metropolitan Central Clinical Hospital of St.…

As we navigate the third year of the coronavirus pandemic, Bishop Makarios issued a statement on Sunday June 26 to remind Australians that love of our neighbor and compassion are essential to keeping our societies afloat. The leader…

WASHINGTON (JTA) — An array of Jewish groups across the country are taking action to protest and potentially challenge the Supreme Court's decision to overturn Roe v. Wade, the landmark 1973 case that enshrined the right to abortion…

Friday, June 24, 2022 IC photo/Marie Mischel + Expand Pr. Langes Silva, diocesan judicial vicar, presides over the June 20 mass celebrating the 100th anniversary of Notre Dame de Lourdes parish in Price. By…

The head of the Greek Orthodox Church in Jerusalem called for urgent and unified action to quash suspicious deals through which significant church-owned property in occupied Jerusalem was apparently sold to illegal settler associations.…

Surrounded by Republicans Most of my worst suspicions were confirmed by the January 6 committee meetings. And I just hope my fellow Americans watch them. Trump is a longtime fan of Putin, Kim Jong Un and Xi Jinping. I believe…

"We won't get tired of defending freedom and democracy, and keeping the pressure on Putin, until Ukraine succeeds." The Russian Orthodox Church is an autocephalous Eastern Orthodox Church with approximately 150 million members,…

YOUNGSTOWN – John C. Vouvalis, 89, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully,…

The heart of Christianity and Orthodoxy beats in Jerusalem every Easter! We have been blessed to witness in the troubled and holy land of the Middle East, where our Messiah was martyred, crucified, buried, raised from the dead and…

Beyond the 4 Christian Center walls, 875 S. Lake St. – The second Beyond 4 Walls Christian Church Career Fair and Da'Fellas Outdoor Community and Health Workshop will be held from 10 a.m. to noon Saturday at 875 S. Lake St. .to Gary.…

(JTA) — As the head of a major European rabbinical group, Pinchas Goldschmidt regularly travels in and out of Moscow, where he has worked since 1993 as the city's chief rabbi. But when he left most recently, two weeks!-->…

A moving liturgy took place at the Ukrainian Orthodox Parish and Community of St Savvas of Kalymnos in Banksia, Sydney, which has now become the first in Australia to formally become part of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of…

As Romanians in Cancun, Mexico decided to form an Orthodox parish, the local Catholic archdiocese offered them a chapel to use for church service. “God took the first step towards us,” said Father Daniel…

Archbishop Anastasios of Tirana, Durres and All Albania, expressed his sorrow for the rest of the late Metropolitan Gennadios of Sasima. Among other things, Bishop Anastasios pointed out that "Metropolitan…

INDIANAPOLIS — When St. George's Orthodox Christian Church realized that many of the nonprofits it supported lacked volunteers, it held an event to help. "What we wanted to do was highlight some of these great opportunities,"…

Shira Ben Avraham has just released her second album, which chronicles her spiritual journey that led her to Israel, and now to motherhood.Born in South Africa, her Christian parents instilled in her a love of the Bible and Israel. Little…

This May marks the 20th anniversary of the Eritrean dictatorship's closure of most Christian churches. The only religions allowed are Sunni Islam, Eritrean Orthodox Church, Roman Catholicism and Lutheran…

Laudato Si' Movement Executive Director Tomás Insua speaks to Vatican News about Laudato Si' Week (May 22-29) which provides an opportunity for the global church to come together and celebrate progress in implementing in place of the Pope's…

Beloved Community of the Hellenic and Holy Cross College, Christ is risen! As we inaugurate this day of new beginnings for our proud graduates, it is indeed “to encounter and to reason” that we begin with…

Bosnian member of the Tripartite Presidency Milorad Dodik waves to people during parade celebrations to mark the National Day of their Autonomous Serbian Republic, in Banja Luka, Bosnia and Herzegovina January 9, 2022. REUTERS/Antonio…

WICHITA, Kan. - The Hall of Men lives up to its name, with…

In the midst of the joyful ecclesiastical period of the Resurrection, Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden and All Scandinavia made a three-day archpastoral visit to Denmark from Friday May 13 to Sunday May 15,…

When the Russian-Ukrainian war broke out, Maria Macris did not immediately think of "sending hygiene kits".Macris, like other community members, said he just wanted to help the refugees. But her desire led her to solicit donations and…

At the March 18, 2022 meeting of the National Council of the Order of Saint Andrew the Apostle, Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, Archon John S. Koudounis was unanimously elected to the National Council. Dr. Anthony J. Limberakis,…

-------------------------------------------------- ---Helene Brutschea, 96, formerly of Pennsauken, Moorestown and Cape May, passed away peacefully Friday, May 6 with her children by her side. Helen was born in Philadelphia on October 7,…

Desperate to carve out a designated space in the southern state, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) appears to be taking every opportunity to strengthen its base in Kerala, including meetings with Christian religious leaders to get on…

Ethiopian police used tear gas to briefly confront young Muslims in Addis Ababa on Monday during prayers marking the end of Ramadan, AFP journalists have found. The incident happened outside the international stadium in the heart of the…

On April 17, 2022, Russian President Vladimir Putin, in a letter to Prime Minister Naftali Bennett, demanded that title to the Alexander Nevsky Church, located in the Old City of Jerusalem, be immediately transferred to Russia.…

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The war in Ukraine enters its third month on Sunday, the day Orthodox Christians celebrate Easter.Hopes of a weekend truce in Ukraine to celebrate Orthodox Easter have faded, with talks between Moscow and Kyiv stalled and Russia stepping up…

Introduction On Thursday of Holy Week, four events are commemorated: the washing of the disciples' feet, the institution of the sacrament of the Holy Eucharist at the Last Supper, the agony in the Garden of…

Some of Melbourne's Greek Orthodox churches will go the extra mile to make parishioners feel safe during Holy Week following a spate of burglaries. According to an announcement from the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese, the burglaries took…

The crucial festival of Easter, celebrated by the Christian community around the world, marks the day of the resurrection of Jesus Christ, the central figure of Christianity, who was crucified to Roman cavalry, resulting in his death on…

CHICAGO: Arab Christians in the West continue to face growing challenges of discrimination, marginalization and even misunderstanding by other Christians of their religious identity, experts speaking about Easter celebrations…

(RNS) - The World Council of Churches is under pressure to oust the Russian Orthodox Church from its ranks, with critics claiming that the head of the Church, Patriarch Kirill, invalidated its membership by supporting the invasion of the…

By Menios Papadimitriou "It's been years since anyone cared about the garden," Vicky Flessas began, bringing Yannis Ritsos' lucid verses to life. "Nevertheless, this year - in May, in June - it bloomed again…

Approaching the bench of New York State's highest judicial authority, Archbishop Elpidophoros of America advised the court: the source and foundation of the law" and "and he asks only that we act justly, and…

Gianna Bucaro, a freshman at Butler University in Indianapolis, is the recipient of the John Henry Weidner Endowed Scholarship for Altruism 2022-2023 in recognition of her commitment to disability rights, children's health,…

By Joseph MatteraOpinion Contributor | Sunday 03 April 2022The Russian Orthodox Church's new Patriarch Kirill, center, leads the enthronement service in the Cathedral of Christ the Savior in Moscow, Russia, Sunday February 1, 2009.…

By Phil Lawler ( bio - articles - email ) | April 01, 2022 In recent columns, I have suggested that to form a balanced moral perspective on the war in Ukraine, we…

Andrew Skikos, who founded Andy's Produce Market in 1964 as a humble open-air farm in Sevastopol, died at his Santa Rosa home on March 18 at the age of 88, surrounded by loved ones and faithful miniature dachshund, Willie. Growing…

From the outside, the First Ukrainian Evangelical Baptist Church of Santa Barbara, just past the In-N-Out Burger on Calle Real, looks like a well-maintained visitor center in a national park. Inside, the building is also practically…

BERLIN — Alona Fartukhova has been visiting the Ukrainian Orthodox Christian community in Berlin every day since arriving in Germany five days ago from war-torn kyiv. The 20-year-old refugee attended daily prayers for peace and…

From the ruins of the old Church of St. John the Baptist to the "new" church atop Mount Nebo, Jordan is home to some of the most interesting and beautiful churches in the Middle East.The Jordan Trail is a 700 kilometer hiking route linking…

Invasion rattles Russia's friends in tiny, west-facing Moldova Across the border from war-torn Ukraine, tiny impoverished Moldova, a former Soviet republic now looking impatiently west, watched with concern as the Russian invasion…

EDITOR'S NOTE: This is the first in a series of monthly columns entitled "Why Does It Matter?" The author believes that much of what concerns our community and the world has unspoken spiritual dimensions, consequences and opportunities.…

"BROOKLYN IS AFRICA" FAMOUS DIASPORA ARTIFACTS: Brooklyn Borough President Antonio Reynoso officially opens the 'Brooklyn is Africa' exhibit at Brooklyn Borough Hall, running through March 21. The exhibition, which is in partnership with…

The Order of Saint Andrew the Apostle, Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, announced that it is providing a grant of $50,000 to help the people of Ukraine. The grant will be matched by the Nicholas J. and Anna K. Bouras Foundation, for…

The Saint Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Los Angeles was built in 1952, in what was then the Hellenic section of downtown Los Angeles, California. This Greek Orthodox church is the result of what many call a "Hollywood success story".…

COLONY - Outside the church there may be a sign indicating Russian Orthodoxy, but inside the church the church is a melting pot of Eastern Europeans bound by religion, even if borders separate their homelands.That's why the war between…

The 2022 census will be launched this morning by the Taoiseach and representatives from the Central Statistics Office. Ireland's next census will take place on Sunday evening, April 3, after being postponed last year due to Covid-19. The…

The Kremlin said on Tuesday it "categorically denies" Ukraine's war crimes accusations during its deadly invasion of the neighboring country that sent shockwaves around the world. International Criminal Court prosecutor Karim…

In a polarized America, one would assume that Donald Trump and the Republican Party support Russia just to antagonize the Biden administration. We would be dangerously mistaken. As a trusted Christian writer and speaker, Diana Bass Butler…

By Gina Christian • Published on February 25, 2022 Local Ukrainian worshipers face Russia's invasion of Ukraine this week with a mixture of shock, disbelief and fear - as well as intense faith and hope. Some 200 people…

The title of this book not only reflects our mission to be apostles; it reflects five core values ​​– love, worship, community, learning and service – that will help us…

AID charities warned of a humanitarian catastrophe in Ukraine, as religious leaders in Europe continued to call for peace and an end to military confrontation (News, Commentary, February 18).“The Ukrainian people have already endured…

Madagascar is bracing for another tropical storm just 10 days after Cyclone Batsirai killed at least 121 people, a UN spokesman said on Monday, News.Az reports quoting Xinhua. Tropical Cyclone Dumako is set to hit the northeast of the…

Scott Morrison said he was "devastated" that he did not pass the religious discrimination legislation, but said he would rather give up the attempt than see protections undermined. He confirmed that the legislation is dead for this…

CONSTANTA, Romania – Chaplains from the 1st Air Cavalry Brigade sat down with Romanian religious leaders to…

A Russian Orthodox priest who was removed from his post last year for supporting imprisoned Kremlin critic Alexei Navalny said on Tuesday he fled Russia out of fear for his safety. Georgi Sukhoboky, a former cleric from the…

To study “secularism” in the United States is to get bogged down in complexity, controversy and, above all, confusion. The S-word features in today's debates on everything from burgeoning new electoral blocs to the January 6, 2021…

The Romanian Orthodox Bishop of Canada sent a message to young people on Wednesday, on the occasion of World Orthodox Youth Day. He urged them to keep the faith and grow in virtue so that they can overcome…

To send flowers to the family or to plant a tree in memory of Annie D. Worsley, please visit our floral shop.Antonia (Toni Girl) Laterza, 58 from Long Branch New Jersey, passed to God on Tuesday, February 1, 2022 at Riverview Medical…

The soft-spoken Bosnian Ambassador to Ireland, Vanja Filipovic, came to Dublin this week from her London base with a very disturbing message. As he shuttled between meetings with senior officials and politicians on Monday and Tuesday, he…

"Faith, Race, Place" explores how Pittsburgh's fragmented religious landscape came into existence and how historical divisions are confronted today. Orthodox Christian churches -- with their traditional three-barred crosses…

Through Galina Tomisser, Eva Khadjinova, Yevgenii Komarov and Natalia Sears Update: 8 hours ago Published: 8hours agoThe Russian community in Anchorage is alarmed and discouraged by the vandalism that occurred earlier in January at!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…

Through Nicole AlcindorCP Reporter | Saturday, January 22, 2022Pastor Keith Waters | YouTube/Christian concernA British evangelical pastor who was forced out of his job as a primary school caretaker after posting a tweet warning parents…

Serbian tennis champion Novak Djokovic has become a perfectly likely hero in the international movement against Covid-19 vaccinations after his week-long battle with Australian officials ahead of the Australian…

A DUMFRIES church linked to Robert the Bruce was consecrated as a cathedral. Greyfriars Church was sold to the Diocese of the British Isles, a constituent diocese of the International Synaxis of True Orthodox Churches. It was…

Egypt's parliament is set to approve new legislation drafted in collaboration with local Christian churches regarding the personal legal status of Christians in the country. By Lisa Zengarini A long-awaited law on the personal…

By Argyro Vourdoumpa and Andriana Simos. The traditional blessing of the waters took place in South Australia, the Australian Capital Territory and Tasmania over the weekend to the delight of parishioners who attended. Here is our…