Australia’s Holy Eparchial Synod reviews case of Deacon Mario Baghos

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The Holy Eparchial Synod of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia (GOAA) convened on Friday, January 17, under the leadership of His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia.

After an opening prayer, the Synod ratified the minutes of the previous session and proceeded to address the agenda items, making necessary decisions.

One of the highlights was the honouring of His Eminence Metropolitan Iakovos of Ireland, who is currently visiting Australia. At the suggestion of Archbishop Makarios, Metropolitan Iakovos was awarded the Medal of the Order of the Christ-Loving by the GOAA.

Greek Orthodox Eparchial Synod reviews case of Mario Baghos 

Following the award, Metropolitan Iakovos thanked the Archbishop and Bishops, and shared updates on the establishment of the newly formed Holy Metropolis of Ireland.

Later, the Synod reviewed the case of Deacon Mario Baghos and forwarded its recommendations, as per the Holy Canons, to the Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate.

The Synod also unanimously approved the “Special Regulation for the Compilation of the List of Those Eligible for the Episcopacy,” which will now be submitted to the Ecumenical Patriarchate for final approval.

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