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The recent tragic events in the Syrian city of Al–Suqaylabiyah—where the population is overwhelmingly Greek Orthodox—have reignited concern regarding the status and the future of Christian communities in the Middle East. Public discourse often portrays

WASHINGTON — Greek Americans from across the country gathered at the U.S. Capitol on March 25, 2026, for the inaugural Greek Independence Day Celebration, marking the 205th anniversary of Greece’s fight for independence and the

Liturgical Schedule of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, Holy Week and Pascha 2026 Saturday of Lazarus — April 4 Divine Liturgy – Archangel Michael, Port Washington, NY, 10:00 a.m. Palm Sunday — April 5

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 reflection.  The following excerpt comes

With the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, the Orthodox Observer and the Department of Inter-Orthodox, Ecumenical, and Interfaith Relations are pleased to announce a special media initiative marking the 250th anniversary of

Ionian Village is a ministry of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America that offers teens from across the country the opportunity to travel to Greece for a pilgrimage centered on the life of the Church

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America announces the newly established National Greek Folk Dance and Cultural Ministry of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.

On March 27, 2026, His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, together with the Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, issued a Patriarchal and Synodical Encyclical marking a milestone of singular significance in the life

President Donald Trump welcomed Greek Americans to the White House today to celebrate the 205th Anniversary of Greek Independence Day. The annual observance at the White House, a distinct honor for Greek Americans, began forty

SAN JOSE, CA – On Wednesday, March 25, 2026, at 5:00 pm, the City of San Jose held a Greek Flag Raising Ceremony at City Hall Plaza to commemorate the 205th anniversary of Greece’s independence.

Ionian Village is a ministry of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America that gathers teenagers from across the U.S. and beyond for a pilgrimage to Greece. Centered on the life of the Church and the

A. Fantis School proudly celebrated Greek Independence Day with a vibrant and meaningful program honoring the historic events of 1821 and the enduring values of faith, freedom, and Hellenic heritage. Held in the school auditorium,

Ionian Village is program of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America that brings teens from around the United States and beyond to Greece for a pilgrimage experience rooted in the life of the Church and

A lifetime of memory, music, and cultural tradition has been compiled in a book by Frixos Vozos celebrating the art of mandinades, the poetic couplets deeply rooted in a few Greek islands, especially Karpathos.  This is

On Thursday, June 18, 2026, the Greek American community will come together at one of the world’s most iconic venues for a night of faith, heritage, and unity. Greek Jersey Night at Yankee Stadium will

The National Forum of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians is pleased to announce that the Saint Romanos Church Music Festival has received unanimous approval by the Holy Eparchial Synod of the Archdiocese of America. In his

IV Next is an Ionian Village program of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America that brings young adults together in Greece for a pilgrimage experience rooted in the life of the Church and the traditions

CHICAGO, IL — The National Young Adult League (YAL) Board of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has formally advanced its governance structure and strategic priorities for 2026, marking an important step in strengthening young

At 11 years old, in 1941, little Anna Marakas climbed onto the organ bench in the choir loft at then Assumption Church in Oakland, California, and began to play. 85 years later, she is still

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 morning at

Saint Mark Greek Orthodox Church in Boca Raton, Florida hosted the first-ever Young Aspiring Chanters Conference from March 6–8, welcoming more than 40 young men and women from across the United States who gathered to

Greek American legislators honor five community leaders as His Eminence delivers invocations for both chambers of the Legislature; retiring Senator Michael Gianaris hailed as a trailblazer ALBANY, N.Y. — His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America

Upon entering the ornate building of Brooklyn’s Appellate Division, Second Department, clear influence and traces of ancient Greece are present. The enormous white columns, ornate marble and gold ceilings, create a commanding atmosphere. On March

On Friday, February 27th the community of the Metropolitan Cathedral of St. John the Theologian in Tenafly, New Jersey celebrated the first Saluations to the Theotokos and then attended the opening of an exhibit called