On Sunday, Oct. 20, following the Divine Liturgy at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America will preside at the Investiture of 28 new Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate from throughout the US. archons.org/28-distinguish…

His All-Holiness notes anniversary of "the granting of autocephaly to the Holy Orthodox Church of Poland by the Ecumenical Throne, which alone has the canonical right to do so," & "establishment of Holy Metropolises" including that of the Princes’ Islands. orthodoxtimes.com/patriarch-this…

His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew: "Centuries-long experience teaches us that, without an 'Archimedean' spiritual & evaluative support, humanity cannot avoid risks of nihilistic 'anthropologism.' This is the legacy of the classical spirit." archons.org/patriarchal-me…

His All-Holiness: "The ecological witness of the Ecumenical Patriarchate has prompted theological inquiry into the deeper spiritual & moral dimensions of environmental issues, while emphasizing the ecophilic aspects of Christian anthropology & cosmology." orthodoxtimes.com/ecumenical-pat…

His All-Holiness: "The legacy of the classical spirit" is "articulated by Plato through the principle 'God is the measure of all things.' This understanding of humanity is expressed through Christian teaching about Adam's creation 'in the image of God.'" archons.org/patriarchal-me…

His All-Holiness: "Theologically, the destruction of the natural environment is seen as an extension of humanity’s tragic estrangement from God—'sin'—which profoundly impacts human self-awareness, relationships & the connection between humanity & nature." orthodoxtimes.com/ecumenical-pat…

Over his recent visit to Istanbul, Türkiye, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America visited three recently-restored sites, all of which were renovated with the generous funding of Greek American Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate. archons.org/greek-american…

His All-Holiness: "'God is the measure of all things for us.' This understanding of humanity is expressed through Christian teaching about the assumption of human nature by the incarnate pre-eternal Word of God for our salvation & renewal of all creation." archons.org/patriarchal-me…

His All-Holiness: "Orthodox theology was pioneering in highlighting the cosmological dimensions & consequences of sin in our time. Orthodoxy’s commitment to protection of creation did not emerge merely as a response to the contemporary ecological crisis." orthodoxtimes.com/ecumenical-pat…

His All-Holiness: "The Christian faith recognizes the supreme value of humanity and creation alike. In this spirit, then, respect for the sacredness of the human person and the protection of the integrity of the 'very good' creation are inseparable." archons.org/patriarchal-me…

His All-Holiness: "The contemporary ecological crisis was an opportunity for the Church to articulate, expand, & promote its ecophilic principles. The current ecological crisis was a catalyst, not the origin, of the Church’s environmental care & witness." orthodoxtimes.com/ecumenical-pat…

His All-Holiness: "Faith in the God of wisdom and love inspires and supports the creative forces of humankind, strengthening it in the face of challenges and trials, even when overcoming these appears humanly impossible." archons.org/patriarchal-me…

His All-Holiness: "The protection of the natural environment is a natural extension of the Church’s experience, reflecting its deep-seated ecological ethos and integral connection to all aspects of its life. Church life is ‘applied ecology.’" orthodoxtimes.com/ecumenical-pat…

His All-Holiness: "We have struggled and still strive for an inter-Orthodox & inter-Christian collaboration for the protection of humanity and creation, as well as for the introduction of this subject in interfaith dialogue & common actions of religions." archons.org/patriarchal-me…

On Sept. 8, Archons in the Metropolis of Chicago held a religious freedom presentation on the five key issues impacting the Ecumenical Patriarchate at Assumption Greek Orthodox Church in East Moline, IL. Archon Dr. Thomas Williams led the presentation. tinyurl.com/y87up972

His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew: "The Church itself represents a triumph over ideologies and practices that foster eco-destructive tendencies, such as self-centeredness, greed, and indifference to others and future generations.” orthodoxtimes.com/ecumenical-pat…

His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew's message on care and prayers for the environment: "We particularly emphasize the need to understand that the contemporary ecological crisis impacts first and foremost the poorer inhabitants on earth." archons.org/patriarchal-me…

In his speech at the climate change conference organized by the Region of North Aegean, His All-Holiness emphasized his commitment to continue environmental protection efforts, particularly focusing on raising awareness among the younger generation. orthodoxtimes.com/ecumenical-pat…

His All-Holiness: "The contemporary ecological crisis impacts first & foremost the poorer inhabitants on earth. In the document of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, 'For the Life of the World: Toward a Social Ethos of the Orthodox Church,' this is underlined." archons.org/patriarchal-me…

The Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate is pleased to share THE GREAT NEWS: His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America and the Holy Eparchial Synod have approved the recommendation of the AEP National Council to establish a yearly “Archon Sunday.” archons.org/synod-approves…