2025

Statement Issued by the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch

On this day when our Antiochian Church commemorates All the Saints of Antioch, the treacherous hand of evil struck this evening, claiming our lives, along with the lives of our loved ones who fell today

A Decade and Two Years Since the Abduction of the Bishops of Aleppo

Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch and All the East Syriac Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch and All the East A Decade and Two Years Since the Abduction of the Bishops of Aleppo Dear brethren and spiritual

Patriarch John X Expresses Grief over Pope Francis Passing

Patriarch John X Expresses Grief over Pope Francis Passing “The passing of Pope Francis is a loss for all humanity. He called for peace and putting an end to wars across the globe.” “In this

Divine Liturgy for Pascha Sunday

Divine Liturgy for Pascha Sunday Damascus, April 20, 2025 His Beatitude Patriarch John X presided over the Pascha Sunday Divine Liturgy at the Mariamite Cathedral in Damascus, with the Greek Ambassador, Mr. Emmanuel Kakavilakis in

Patriarch John X Holds Reception for Pascha Greetings

Patriarch John X Holds Reception for Pascha Greetings Damascus, April 20, 2025 His Beatitude Patriarch John X held a reception for greeters on the occasion of Pascha at the Patriarchate in Damascus. The event was

Patriarch John X receives the Minister of Social Affairs and Labor

Patriarch John X received Ms. Hind Kabawat, Minister of Social Affairs and Labor, at the Patriarchal Residence in Damascus. The discussion revolved around the general situation in Syria and humanitarian efforts, particularly the work of

The Ordination of Elias Beitar as a Deacon

Divine Liturgy of Saint Mary of Egypt and the Ordination of Elias Beitar as a Deacon Patriarch John X celebrated the Divine Liturgy of Saint Mary of Egypt (the fifth Sunday of Lent) at the

Patriarch John X Returns from Doha

“We are deploying our best efforts for the benefit of our country, our people, and our Church in the Middle East and everywhere.” The Greek OrthodoxPatriarch of Antioch and All the East, John X, arrived

Patriarch John X at the Service of the Akathist Hymn

Patriarch John X at the Service of the Akathist Hymn from the Church of Saints Isaac and George in Qatar: “How lovely and pleasant it is for brothers to dwell together in unity.” His Beatitude

Emir of Qatar Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani Receives Patriarch John X

The Emir of Qatar, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, welcomed His Beatitude John X, the Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Antioch and All the East, at Lusail Palace. Also in attendance from the Antiochian delegation

Patriarch John X Travels to Qatar on an Official and Ecclesiastical Visit

His Beatitude John X, Greek Orthodox Patriarch of Antioch and All the East, has embarked on an official and ecclesiastical visit to Qatar. Accompanying His Beatitude on this visit is His Eminence, the Most Rev.

Patriarch John X Congratulates the Archbishop of Albania

“We received with joy the news of your election and ask the Lord to guide you.” Patriarch John X, Patriarch of Antioch and All the East for the Greek Orthodox, sent a message of congratulation

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