Cyprus Church Says Metr. Tychikos Case Is Closed
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NICOSIA, CYPRUS — The Church of Cyprus is moving forward with procedures to elect a new Metr. of Paphos, stating that it is no longer concerned with appeals filed by former hierarch Metr. Tychikos of Paphos.
According to Archdiocese press spokesman Christakis Efstathiou, the Church considers the matter of Metr. Tychikos closed and has shifted its focus to revising its charter and preparing for the selection of a new bishop for the Paphos metropolis. He said the Church has “moved past” the issue and is concentrating on the next administrative and institutional steps.
Efstathiou also dismissed Metr. Tychikos’ second appeal to the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, describing it as a personal matter that does not affect the Church’s plans.
Earlier, the Supreme Court of Cyprus rejected Metr. Tychikos’ request for additional time to challenge the decision that deposed him in 2025.
Previously, the UOJ reported that Metr. Tychikos left his office after an Abp. Georgios's ultimatum.
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