My friends – and I am so proud and happy to call you “my friends,” – we are gathered once again in Naples to bring forth the fruits of the Annual Leadership One Hundred Conference; this being its thirty-third.

I am, of course, delighted to be with you again here at the annual Leadership 100 Conference – the thirty-third in the forty year history of this incredible organization. In fact, I would go so far as to say that the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America – as it stands today – would be unthinkable without Leadership 100. You have traveled with this Eparchy of the Ecumenical Throne for forty percent of its timeline, but you certainly count for more than forty percent of its life and progress.

BOSTON, Mass. (Feb. 23, 2024) — During the weekend of February 17-19, the Metropolis of Boston Camp hosted over 120 campers and 40 staff members at its second winter camp program at the St. Methodios Faith and Heritage Center in Contoocook, NH.

Episode 2 – Season 2, The Black American Orthodox Experience on OCN. An Interview with Athanasius Williams: An Orthodox convert reflects on life, marriage and scripture in the church.

In light of this news, on February 2, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America visited the Society’s headquarters at the Greek Orthodox Church of the Transfiguration in Corona, New York, where he administered the Oath of Office to the newly elected Executive Board and performed the Society’s annual Vasilopita Cutting.

The Sisterhood of Presvyteres of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco gathered at Saint Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center in Dunlap, CA for their annual retreat the weekend of January 19 – 21, 2024. A total of 32 presvyteres and diakonisses attended, along with 22 children.

On Tuesday, March 5th, FOCUS Detroit will start serving a meal for students and their families at Commonwealth Community Development Academy.

St. George Greek Orthodox Church in Shreveport, Louisiana was established in 1917. These photos represent a few moments in St. George's rich history. The Original Greek Orthodox Church was located on the corner of Peabody and Hope Streets in 1924. Members purchased this building, which was remodeled and used as the house of worship for several years. 

Among his many unique and invaluable contributions to the English speaking world of chanting, John Michael Boyer has intelligently nurtured and elegantly unraveled his latest pedagogical publication, Byzantine Chant: The Received Tradition A Lesson Book.

“What is the meaning of the love of Christ?" Is a question that is found within Episode Twelve of “The Person of Christ” series.

As Orthodox Christians, we profess God to be the lover of mankind. How does God draw us to a closer and deeper relationship with Him? Why do our hearts seem fragmented and disfigured in that relationship? Is God removed from us, watching from a distance, while we are here below living our lives in hopes of something more to come? Join us for a weekend Retreat exploring these questions and prepare our hearts and minds for the Lenten Journey towards the Lord’s Resurrection.

Last week, the Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC) sent a delegation to Huehuetenango, Guatemala for the opening of the new St. Peter & Paul Mission Center and St. Andrew Seminary.

Did you know this past Sunday marked the beginning of the Triodion (in Greek, Τριώδιον) — the pre-Lenten preparation period, marking the starting point of our journey to Pascha (Easter)?

This week, find insights about the upcoming Gospel reading, where we learn about the Prodigal Son who returns home after squandering his inheritance. How does his father receive him back? And why was his brother angry? Also, how does God relate to us when we repent?

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America arrived today, February 26, 2024 in Naples, FL for the annual Leadership 100 (L100) Conference.

Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology is launching the first fruits of The Scriptorium Initiative with a series of Lenten and Holy Week Reflections beginning on Sunday, February 26 involving the full faculty of Holy Cross. The series, organized by Dean Fr. Eugen J. Pentiuc and the Holy Cross Faculty, is entitled Journeying Together Through the Triodion, Holy Week, and Pascha.

You present yourself today for ordination to the Holy Diaconate, at the Beginning of Triodion, on the day of the reading of the parable of the Publican and the Pharisee. For one seeking to serve in the role of deacon, it is hard to think of a more appropriate commemoration.

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America arrived in Nassau, Bahamas February 22, 2024 for a four-day pastoral visit to the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church.  

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America today welcomed American Bible Society’s (ABS) Board of Directors, who visited the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese as part of their triennial Board Retreat, focused on strengthening Church partnerships and fostering innovative approaches to Bible access, engagement, and distribution. This is the first time American Bible Society’s Board has met at the Archdiocese.

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America welcomed His Eminence Metropolitan Myron of New Zealand and All Oceania to the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America headquarters on Thursday, February 22, 2024.

Join the Center For Family Care this week as we discuss how we each "loosen our bows" and the ways that we manage our daily stressors.

I am so very pleased to welcome all of you to the Headquarters of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, and to thank you for spending such substantive and generous time with us for your own deliberations. I would like to congratulate the new President and CEO of the American Bible Society, Jennifer Holloran, who I understand became official just two days ago. And I would like to acknowledge the former Interim-President, Darrin Podeschi, who continues to serve ABS as Executive Consultant.

Thanks to the Orthodox community of Houston, FOCUS Houston will be moving into its new space. The 1,700 square foot suite is located inside an office building on the campus of the Saint Constantine School.

FLUSHING, NY – History was made on February 17, 2024, as the Inaugural Hellenic History Tournament (HHT) was held at St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Flushing, NY. Co-chairs Dean Moskos, Past District 6 AHEPA Governor, and Lainie Damaskos-Christou, District 6 Daughters of Penelope Governor, were successful in their collaborative effort to bring this regional tournament within the AHEPA Family for the first time to the Empire State. Many chapters and individual donors throughout the district helped sponsor the teams and raised the funds required to award $4,500 in Scholarship award prizes and cover the expenses of this full day’s event that included breakfast and lunch.

Registration is open for the Metropolis of Detroit YAL Lenten Retreat Alone Together: Distraction, Attention, and Personhood 11am-6pm March 30, 2024 at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Toledo, Ohio.

The Department of Religious Education (DRE) of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America is overjoyed to announce the launch of Did You Know? The DRE is kicking off this enlightening initiative just in time for the Triodion, the pre-Lenten period, marking the starting point of our journey to Pascha (Easter).

Please join us for a free weekly course in Basic Orthodox Theology offered by the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Christian Education Ministry. Dr. Paraskevè (Eve) Tibbs will lead participants through a fast-moving and engaging instructional format, combining lectures, visual presentations, discussion and videos. Each class session topic is independent. Attend when you are able – a series commitment is not required. No homework.

The Department of Greek Education is excited to announce the upcoming release of "OI RIZES MOU" in English. This captivating children's book offers a window into Greek culture and its rich traditions.

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America attended the Metropolis of Denver Clergy Laity Assembly and Clergy Syndesmos Retreat held in Tulsa, OK from Monday, February 19 through Wednesday, February 21, 2024. The chancellor of the Metropolis, His Grace Bishop Constantine of Sassima warmly welcomed His Eminence of behalf of His Eminence Metropolitan Isaiah of Denver and the entire Metropolis. The Archbishop participated in the works of the assembly and had the opportunity to dialogue with the participants on a variety of topics discussed.

Join us for a thought-provoking panel discussion on Artificial Intelligence, its theological, ethical & pastoral perspectives organized by the Huffington Ecumenical Institute.

Join us for our first ever metropolis GOMoPalooza Music and Arts Festival! This will be an event for the whole family, held on Saturday, August 17th at the St. Demetrios Community Center in Warren, Ohio.

His Eminence Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey proudly announces that:

CAMP GOOD SHEPHERD - NEW JERSEY will take place from June 23 - 29, 2024 at Camp Linwood MacDonald in Sandyston, New Jersey.

The root of the saying “twice as nice” hails from Plato, the ancient Greek philosopher of the Classical period. On February 19, 2024, AHEPA Chapter 69 and the Daughters of Penelope Nike #230 of Cherry Hill, NJ opened up their doors to the community for its own version of Plato’s Academy of Hellenism to the Delaware Valey and beyond.

Holy Transfiguration Orthodox Church in Meridian, Idaho, is quickly becoming a model parish for Orthodox prison ministry. Among the 200 people that regularly attend services, at least a quarter of their parishioners are involved in prison ministry. “Oh my gosh, the attitude and response of my parish has been fantastic!” says Donna Allee, Prison Ministry Coordinator at Holy Transfiguration. “Even the children and other adults prepare Christmas and Pascha cards for the inmates.”

In this second season of “The Black American Orthodox Experience”, a collaboration of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and the Orthodox Christian Network, Rev. Samuel Davis discusses with Rev. Nathaniel Johnson on the topic “Becoming Orthodox, A lifetime of Service”. From a jazz musician to the later encounter with Dr. Martin Luther King and the creation of new Orthodox liturgical music, Rev. Nathaniel’s life story and advice can speak to the younger generation and inspire. He encourages us to remain servants of God with respect and patience for the people around us and with no judgment.

This week, find insights about the upcoming Gospel reading, where we learn about the prayers of the Pharisee and the tax collector (the Publican) in the Jerusalem Temple. In what way are they opposites in the eyes of people? But more importantly, how are they opposites in the eyes of God? Also, why isn’t faith alone enough to save us?

Beloved Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

I am so very pleased indeed to join you in Tulsa, for the Clergy-Laity Assembly of the Holy Metropolis of Denver. As all of you noticed, I did not address specifically your beloved Archpastor, His Eminence Metropolitan Isaiah of Denver.

He is currently at the Holy Archangels Monastery in Kendalia, Texas, having just celebrated his ninety-third birthday last month. Allow me a few moments to say something about your Metropolitan, and by beloved brother in Christ, in his absence. His Eminence has served you as both the last Bishop of your time as a Diocese, and your first Hierarch as a Metropolis.

Anaheim, CA – February 15, 2024 – The Metropolis of San Francisco Folk Dance Festival (FDF) celebrated it's 47th year. This year’s theme “Dance 2 Life” was truly embodied as dancers of all ages celebrated their faith and heritage through energetic and vibrant dances and performances that were full of life. 

What would our lives look like if we embraced our bodily limitations and understood that they could be offerings to the Lord? Dr. Aaron Haney and Brian Whirledge continue their conversation with Pres. Melanie on such a life - that of their friend Kevin McCarty.