Restoration works continue at Sts Anargiri Greek Orthodox church in Victoria after fire

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Restoration works are currently underway at Sts Anargiri Greek Orthodox Church in Oakleigh, Victoria after a fire broke out this month at the parish.

According to a statement today by the Board of Management of the Greek Orthodox Parish and Community of Sts Anargiri Oakleigh, all liturgical services, including memorials, will continue to be held at the Oakleigh Grammar Conference Centre opposite the church until the restoration works are complete.

Fire at Sts Anargiri Greek Orthodox church in Oakleigh, Victoria. Credit: jacquifelgate7.

“Sacraments (weddings and baptisms) can be rearranged through our Church Administration and can be conducted by Father Stavros at other available churches,” the statement added.

Victoria Police are continuing their investigations into the cause of the fire which broke out on Saturday, December 10.

The fire caused extensive damage to the office area and smoke damage throughout the church. No one was injured at the time.

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