Category: Greek Orthodox

Turkey Leans Toward Opening Halki Seminary

obl- March 10, 2013

Nicky Mariam Onti  - 7/3/13 After years of resistance, the Turkish government is considering allowing the re-opening of the closed Halki Seminary, the Anatolia News ... Read More

Pastoral Letter of Patriarch John X Stress on the need for Unity between Eastern and Oriental Orthodox Churches

obl- March 9, 2013

9/3/13 “Therefore, we hope to accomplish all steps towards a full sacramental unity with our brethren in the Eastern non-Chalcedonian Churches, based on what we ... Read More

Antakya, Turkey | A Biblical city’s smorgasbord

obl- March 9, 2013

Vedica Kant 9/3/13 On a map of Turkey, the province of Hatay dangles gently from the line of the country’s southern border. Look closely and ... Read More

Antakya, Turkey | A Biblical city’s smorgasbord

obl- March 9, 2013

Vedica Kant 9/3/13 On a map of Turkey, the province of Hatay dangles gently from the line of the country’s southern border. Look closely and ... Read More

Syria’s Christians Fear Iraq Scenario

obl- March 8, 2013

8/3/13 Beirut — Former President Hafez Al-Assad did not rule in the name of minorities, but in the name of the secular Ba’ath party. Contrary ... Read More

Fear of Islamic Extremism Brings Eastern Churches Closer

obl- March 8, 2013

By:  Nasser Chararah for Al-Monitor Lebanon Pulse 8/3/13 Maronite Patriarch  Cardinal Bechara Boutros al-Rahi  last month ended a four-day visit to Moscow on the invitation ... Read More

Greek Monasteries Abound in History, Beauty

obl- March 6, 2013

Stella Tsolakidou  - 5/3/13 Religious tourism is one of the oldest forms of travelling and Greece has inspired travellers, whether for religious purposes or mere ... Read More