Significant appointments approved at Holy Eparchial Synod of Australia session

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The Holy Eparchial Synod of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia (GOAA) convened under the leadership of His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia on Tuesday, October 22, following the recent visit of His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to the country.

The meeting featured both administrative actions and meaningful reflections on His All-Holiness’ historic visit.

The session commenced with an inaugural prayer, after which Archbishop Makarios and the Bishops present extended their wishes for the health and longevity of the Ecumenical Patriarch, marking the 33rd anniversary of His All-Holiness’ election to the Apostolic and Ecumenical Throne of Constantinople. They also expressed profound gratitude for the Patriarch’s visit.

Bishop Christodoulos of Magnesia. Photo: Parish of Saint Nicholas Marrickville.

Archbishop Makarios proposed two important appointments at the meeting, both of which received unanimous approval. Bishop Christodoulos of Magnesia was named Chief Secretary of the Holy Eparchial Synod, while Archdeacon Athinagoras Karakonstantakis was appointed Deputy Secretary. These selections aim to enhance the administrative efficiency of the Synod.

Following these appointments, the meeting addressed various agenda items, making necessary decisions on multiple matters. The Synod is scheduled to reconvene today, October 23, to continue its discussions and decision-making process.

Source: Orthodox Times.

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