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Debate grows over Archbishop Makarios’ comments on Greek language in Orthodox liturgy

A debate has emerged within the Orthodox community in Australia after Archbishop Makarios reaffirmed the importance of Greek in liturgy.

SOFIA UTS to host first-ever forum on faith, suffering and spirituality

The Students Orthodox Fellowship in Australia will host its first-ever forum this week, marking what organisers describe as a big event.

Synod decision sees Hieromonk Paisios Chatzigeorgiou returned to monastic rank

The Ecumenical Patriarchate has removed Hieromonk Paisios Chatzigeorgiou from the priesthood. Read more here.

Community invited to ANZAC Day service at St Spyridon church in Sydney

St Spyridon Greek Orthodox Parish in Sydney, a designated war memorial church, will host a special ANZAC Day service this Sunday, April 19.

Holy Eparchial Synod concludes in Sydney with warning over ‘influencer’ clergy trend

The Holy Eparchial Synod has concluded in Sydney, announcing plans to issue directives addressing clergy use of social media.

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Opinion

Eugenia Mitrakas on rebalancing the scales for women and migrants

The scales of justice are not just a phrase — they are a powerful symbol rooted in Greek thought and part of our shared Hellenic heritage.

Open letter: Theo Maras appeals for unity after Fr Diogenis Patsouris controversy

Former President of the GOCSA Theo Maras has issued an open letter calling for unity following the controversy around Fr Diogenis Patsouris.

Balance the Scales: What it will actually take to end gendered violence

Each year, International Women’s Day gives us a theme. This year, the United Nations has called on us to “Balance the Scales.”

 

 

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