Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew sends message ahead of visit to Australia

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The Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew has sent a video message to Greek Orthodox people in Australia ahead of his historic visit to the country in October.

The Ecumenical Patriarch is visiting Australia for a variety of celebrations to mark the 100th anniversary of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia (GOAA).

His visit will be from Friday, October 4 until Saturday, October 19, and will see the Orthodox leader spend time in Sydney and Melbourne.

Before his visit, the Ecumenical Patriarch sent “a warm and heartfelt greeting” to the Greek Orthodox community in Australia.

“I look forward to my visit in October,” he said in the video message.

“We will come to bring the wishes and the blessing of our Ecumenical Patriarchate, to which the Greek community of Australia is devoted to… See you soon!”

The Ecumenical Patriarch will arrive in Sydney on Friday, October 4, before an official Welcoming Doxology on Saturday, October 5 at the Cathedral of the Annunciation of Our Lady in Redfern.

On Sunday, October 6, there will be a Patriarchal Divine Liturgy at the International Convention & Exhibition Centre (ICC) – Sydney Theatre. An official dinner will also be taking place on Tuesday, October 8 at the ICC – Grand Ballroom.

The Ecumenical Patriarch will next be in Melbourne, arriving on Saturday, October 12. A Patriarchal Divine Liturgy will be held on Sunday, October 13 at Margaret Court Arena, followed by a National Parade at KIA Arena. On Monday, October 14, an Official Dinner will take place at Centrepiece at Melbourne Park.

As for the remainder of his stay, the Ecumenical Patriarch is expected to visit and meet with various Greek Orthodox churches and local communities.

READ MORE: Program released for visit of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to Australia.

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