Archdiocese to welcome Presidential Guard of the Hellenic Republic Please join His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America on Friday, April 24, 2026 to welcome the Presidential Guard of the Hellenic Republic to New York City for the Greek Independence Parade Week...

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Saints Constantine & Helen Church welcome Archbishop Elpidophoros in West Nyack, New York | Orthodox Observer The community of Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church in West Nyack, New York, led by presiding priest Fr. Michael Palamara, welcomed His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros for Thomas Sunday...

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Ὁ Γέρων Ἰωσήφ, Καθηγούμενος τῆς Ἱερᾶς Μονῆς Ἁγίου Νεκταρίου Νέας Ὑόρκης, ἐκοιμήθη ἐν Κυρίῳ | Orthodox Observer Ἀνακοινοῦται μετά τῆς κατ᾿ ἄνθρωπον μὲν θλίψεως τῆς κατὰ Χριστόν δὲ ἐλπίδος ἐν τῇ Ἀναστάσει ἡ πρός Κύριονἐκδημία τοῦ ἀειμνήστου Γέροντος  Ἰωσήφ, Καθηγουμένου καὶ κτίτορος τῆς Ἱ. Μονῆς Ἁγίου Νεκταρίου ...

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Elder Joseph, Abbot of the Holy Monastery of Saint Nektarios, falls asleep in the Lord It is with sorrow, yet with every hope in the Resurrection of our Lord, that we announce the falling asleep in the Lord of the ever-memorable Elder Joseph, Abbot and founder of the Holy Monastery […]

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Opinion | The Holy Land is beyond AI The Holy Land—the land of Christ’s birth, life, crucifixion, and resurrection—marks a boundary artificial intelligence is unable to cross. Bethlehem, the Sea of Galilee, and Golgotha are not lost plac...

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‘Greek Orthodoxy, the Ecumenical Patriarchate, and the Church in the USA': Archbishop Elpidophoros’s 2010 vision This article by His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, while he was still a priest, offers a historical, theological, and ecclesiological reflection on the meaning of “Greek Orthodoxy,” the ...

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How ministry-focused programming that will shape this year’s Clergy-Laity Congress Ministry is the living expression of our faith in the life of the Church. Theo Nicolakis, Director of National Ministries for the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, introduces the ministry-focused...

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Archbishop Elpidophoros celebrates the Resurrection Service at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in NYC Just before midnight on Saturday evening, April 11, clergy and faithful gathered at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New York, New York for the Service of the Resurrection, Orthros, a...

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Cathedral of Saint Paul in Hempstead, NY celebrates Sacrament of Holy Unction The community of the Cathedral of Saint Paul in Hempstead, New York celebrated the Sacrament of Holy Unction on the afternoon of Wednesday, April 8, 2026. Celebrating were Presiding Priest Fr. Demetrios Kazakis, Assistant Priest Fr. […]

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Kimisis tis Theotokou Church welcomes Archbishop Elpidophoros for Third Bridegroom Service in Brooklyn, NY The community of Kimisis tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church in Brooklyn, New York welcomed His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America on the evening of Tuesday, April 7, for the Orthros of Great...

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Way of the Cross over the Brooklyn Bridge marks 30th anniversary, concludes at St. Nicholas Church and National Shrine | Orthodox Observer Last Friday, April 3, 2026, thousands of Catholic and Orthodox faithful participated in the Way of the Cross procession over the Brooklyn Bridge to mark Good Friday according to the Gregorian calendar...

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Two modes, one Church: Orthodoxy’s arrival in America If breathless parish anecdotes and fresh-off-the-press media profiles are to be believed, the Orthodox Church is one of few religious communities experiencing growth today in the United States. Largel...

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Transfiguration Church celebrates Palm Sunday with Archbishop Elpidophoros in Corona, NY The community of Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church in Corona, New York welcomed His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America on Sunday, April 5, for Orthros and the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy ...

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Archangel Michael Church honors Lazaros Saturday with Challenge Liturgy in Port Washington, NY The community of Archangel Michael Greek Orthodox Church in Port Washington, New York welcomed His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America on Saturday, April 4, 2026, for the Divine Liturgy of Laz...

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Archbishop Elpidophoros approves incardinations, ordination, confers Offikia In his sacred responsibility as described in the Charter of our Sacred Archdiocese, and in his pastoral oversight and fatherly care, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America has approved the fo...

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St. Anastasia Fellowship champions faith-science integration in recovery at the White House WASHINGTON, D.C.— Representing the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, The Saint Anastasia Fellowship participated today in a landmark roundtable discussion hosted by the Office of National Drug Co...

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Faith on the front lines: Fr. Bill Bartz on military chaplaincy Though fewer than 1% of Americans serve in the U.S. military, an even smaller group walks beside them–Orthodox Christian military chaplains. This ministry, rooted in faith while shaped by the realitie...

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An early glimpse of Paradise: A reflection from Ionian Village At Ionian Village, each summer invites young people into an experience of faith, fellowship, and discovery. While every journey is unique, many campers choose to capture these moments through personal...

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Archbishop Elpidophoros welcomes NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani to GOARCH | Orthodox Observer His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America welcomed New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani to the Archdiocesan headquarters for his first official visit since taking office. The meeting, marked by wa...

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Archbishop Elpidophoros leads Greek Independence Day celebration at New York State Capitol His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America spent a full day at the New York State Capitol on Tuesday, March 11.

Retiring NY Senator Michael Gianaris honored Fordham Law grad Nick Katsoris ’91 JD, a NY attorney turned children’s book author & philanthropist who is the founder & executive director of the Loukoumi Make A Difference Foundation, for his service. via Orthodox Observer (@orthodoxobserver.goarch.org)

‘Everyone can sing,’ says longtime organist Anna Counelis At 11 years old, in 1941, little Anna Marakas climbed onto the organ bench and began to play. 85 years later, she is still playing.

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His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America spent a full day at the New York State Capitol on Tuesday, March 11, delivering invocations before both chambers of the Legislature.

Direct Archdiocesan Clergy gather in Lenten retreat Sixty clergy from throughout the Direct Archdiocesan District gathered with His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America at Saint George Greek Orthodox Church in Schenectady, New York, for their An...

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Archdiocese invites faithful to cybersecurity webinar The Parish Cybersecurity Subcommittee of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America invites parishioners nationwide to a free, one‑hour online session: “Cybersecurity Basics for Parishioners.” This pre...

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Ernie Anastos, veteran New York anchorman, dies at 82 Ernie Anastos, the veteran television news anchor whose steady presence and familiar voice made him one of the most recognized broadcasters in New York City for more than 40 years, died on Thursday mo...

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Archbishop Elpidophoros leads Greek Independence Day Celebration at New York State Capitol His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America spent a full day at the New York State Capitol on Tuesday, March 11.

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Youth gather for inaugural aspiring chanters' conference Saint Mark Greek Orthodox Church in Boca Raton, Florida hosted the first-ever Young Aspiring Chanters Conference from March 6–8.

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