Ecumenical Patriarch Sends Condolences After Deadly Tragedies
Photo: basilica.ro
CONSTANTINOPLE — Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew has sent messages of condolence to several hierarchs of the Church of Greece following two deadly tragedies that claimed multiple lives. The Patriarch addressed Metr. Panteleimon of Veria, Naoussa, and Kampania; Metr. Georgios of Kitros; and Metr. Philotheos of Thessaloniki after a fatal road accident in Romania.
The crash resulted in the deaths of seven young men, supporters of the football club PAOK, and left three others injured. In his messages, the Ecumenical Patriarch expressed deep sorrow over the sudden loss of young lives, offering prayers for the repose of the deceased and for strength and consolation for their families, as well as a swift recovery for the injured.
In a separate message, Patr. Bartholomew conveyed condolences to Metr. Chrysostomos of Trikki, Gardiki and Pyli after a factory fire in Trikala killed five women workers. He offered heartfelt sympathy to the victims’ families and prayed that God grant them comfort during their mourning.
Previously, the UOJ reported that hierarchs prayed for the victims of Texas flooding.
Read also
UOC Hierarch: The Church Does Not Endorse 'Holy War' Concept
"The assertion that the so-called 'special military operation' is a 'Holy War' contradicts the basic principles of Christian morality," Metr. Yevlohiy said.
Georgian Bishops Finalize Procedures for Patriarchal Election
Head of public relations for the Georgian Church says bishops finalized election procedures while emphasizing unity ahead of the patriarchal council.
SVS Press Releases New Volume by St. Maximus the Confessor
The publisher's new St. Maximus volume explores the theological foundations of Orthodox Christology and the defense of Chalcedon.
Abp. Daniel Announces Synodal Clergy Awards in Chicago Diocese
The Orthodox Church in America's Synodal awards recognized clergy across multiple ranks for dedicated service in the Midwestern diocese.
Registration Opens for First OCA-Wide Clergy Wives Retreat
The Orthodox Church in America’s first churchwide clergy wives retreat aims to strengthen ministry families through prayer, fellowship, and renewal.
Kimberly Guilfoyle Meets Ecumenical Patriarch in Athens
Kimberly Guilfoyle’s meeting with Patr. Bartholomew highlighted support for religious freedom and the global mission of the Orthodox Church.