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LOMBARD, IL — The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago is proud to announce the first annual Project HOPE Sunday. On Meatfare Sunday, February 15, parishes across six states will unite to feed the hungry within […]\nThe post Metropolis of Chicago launches first annual ‘Project HOPE Sunday’ appeared first on Orthodox Observer.

In his sacred responsibility as described in the Charter of our Sacred Archdiocese, and in his pastoral oversight and fatherly care, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America has approved the following incardination: Rev. Presbyter Sebastian […]\nThe post GOARCH announces incardination, new Offikia conferrals appeared first on Orthodox Observer.

Hotel registration for delegates and participants for the 2026 Clergy-Laity Congress in Cleveland is now open online at www.clergylaity.org/hotels. All main sessions and worship services of the Clergy-Laity Congress will take place at the Huntington […]\nThe post Hotel registration now open for Clergy-Laity Congress 2026 appeared first on Orthodox Observer.

St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church and National Shrine at the World Trade Center is expanding its commitment to serving those in need through two ongoing charitable initiatives: the monthly “Feed the Hungry” outreach and the […]\nThe post Volunteers gather at Ground Zero to serve New York’s most vulnerable appeared first on Orthodox Observer.

On January 31st, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America attended Parathosi, an annual celebration of Hellenic heritage and dance hosted by the Direct Archdiocesan District (DAD). It was an opportunity for the youth of the […]\nThe post Archdiocesan District celebrates annual Parathosi dance festival appeared first on Orthodox Observer.

Yesterday, Feb. 1, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America presided over the Divine Liturgy at St. George Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Hartford, Connecticut alongside parish priest Fr. George Zugravu. Archbishop Elpidophoros noted in his homily […]\nThe post St. George Cathedral in Hartford, Connecticut receives Archbishop Elpidophoros appeared first on Orthodox Observer.

At a time when many parishes are struggling to sustain vitality, leadership, stewardship, engagement, growth, and unity, a new offering provides a Christ-centered and practical roadmap forward. The Church Roadmap Podcast is a free, weekly […]\nThe post GOARCH shares Church Roadmap Podcast: ‘Moving Churches from Surviving to Thriving’ appeared first on Orthodox Observer.

Demetrios (Jim) Logothetis, outgoing Chairman of the Archbishop Iakovos Leadership 100 Fund, has been appointed Chairman of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (PCAOB) by the Securities and Exchange Commission. His appointment was announced on […]\nThe post Jim Logothetis, outgoing Leadership 100 Chairman, receives appointment to lead nation’s audit watchdog appeared first on Orthodox Observer.

Today, February 1, His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America called His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, formerly of America, to wish him a happy 98th birthday. During their conversation, Archbishop Elpidophoros informed Archbishop Demetrios that the Greek […]\nThe post Archbishop Elpidophoros wishes Archbishop Demetrios ‘many years’ on his 98th birthday appeared first on Orthodox Observer.

Last night, an ecumenical prayer service took place at the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity, led by clergy from several Christian traditions. The service was offered as part of the World Council of Churches’  […]\nThe post Diversity exists in the body of Christ, Archbishop Elpidophoros says at ecumenical prayer service appeared first on Orthodox Observer.