The Greek Orthodox Diocese of Adelaide welcomed the Ambassador of Israel to Australia, His Excellency Amir Maimon, on Monday, November 3, during an official visit to the Diocesan Offices.
The Ambassador was received by His Grace Bishop Silouan of Adelaide, alongside John Kiosoglous, Archon Ekdikos of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, and several clergy members.
Bishop Silouan expressed his gratitude for the visit, acknowledging the historical ties between Christian and Jewish traditions and outlining the ongoing mission of the Orthodox Church in South Australia and the Northern Territory.
Ambassador Maimon thanked the Diocese for the warm welcome and emphasised the importance of continued cooperation between the Greek Orthodox Church and the Israeli community in cultural, educational, and humanitarian initiatives.
The visit concluded with a tour of the Archiepiscopal Church of St Sophia, where Bishop Silouan shared the history of the former Anglican church and the Diocese’s pastoral work in the region.
