His Eminence Metropolitan Iakovos of Ireland has arrived in Australia and visited the headquarters of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia (GOAA) in Sydney on Thursday, January 16.
During the visit, Metropolitan Iakovos was warmly welcomed by His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia and clergy from the GOAA.
Metropolitan Iakovos toured the recently renovated Cathedral of the Annunciation of Our Lady in Redfern, before meeting with the Archbishop in his office.
During the meeting, Archbishop Makarios provided an overview of the history and work of the GOAA, while also extending heartfelt wishes to Metropolitan Iakovos as he fulfills his role in Ireland.
Archbishop Makarios expressed gratitude for the Metropolitan’s visit and wished him an enjoyable stay in Australia.
In response, Metropolitan Iakovos thanked Archbishop Makarios for his warm hospitality and praised the Archbishop for his dedicated leadership, wishing him continued strength and success in his work.
