2012 News
Special Christmas Relief Fund Collection this Sunday, December 23, 2012
On Sunday, December 23, Metropolitan Methodios kindly requests every community in our Metropolis to provide our faithful the opportunity to make a contribution to relieve the suffering of brethren both here and in Greece. Continue Reading... »
Encyclical of Metropolitan Methodios for the Feast of the Nativity of Christ 2012
Following is Metropolitan Methodios' Christmas Encyclical in both English and Greek. Continue Reading... »
Students from the Hellenic American Academy in Lowell were welcomed by Metropolitan Methodios to the Philoxenia House of the Metropolis of Boston on December 17, 2012
Students from the Hellenic Academy visited the Philoxenia House Monday, December 17, 2012. Continue Reading... »
Memorial Prayers to be Offered for Victims of the Elementary School Shootings
Today our Nation mourns the tragic loss of twenty-six people, including 20 children between the ages of 5-10 years old, who were killed by a masked gunman in a bloody rampage at the Sandy Hook Elementary School in Newtown, Connecticut. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios and Members of The Hellenic Women's Club Visit The Philoxenia House in Brookline
His Eminence Metroplitan Methodios and members of the The Hellenic Womenen's Club visited the families of the Philoxenia House on Saturday, December 1, 2012. The Hellenic Women's Club have been visiting and supporting the Philoxenia House for several years. Continue Reading... »
The Great Vesper Service of the Feast Day of St. Andrew – Patron Saint of the Metropolis of Boston
The Great Vesper Service was celebrated on the evening of November 29, 2012 at the St. Andrew Cathedral Chapel on the grounds of the Metropolis of Boston. Continue Reading... »
St. Catherine Church Feast Day Celebration, November 25, Braintree in Braintree
His Eminence, Metropolitan Methodios celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the St. Catherine Greek Orthodox Church in Braintree, Massachusetts on Sunday, November 25. Celebrating with Metropolitan Methodios were the Rev. Philippe Mousis, Rev. Alkiviadis Calivas and Deacon Andreas MacLean. Continue Reading... »
Executive Board of the Parish Nurse Ministry met on November 15
The executive board of the Parish Nurse Ministry met on November 15, at the Boston Metropolis for a sharing and support meeting. Continue Reading... »
District 9 Parish Leadership Development Seminar Hosted by the Dormition of the Virgin Mary Church in Somerville
On November 14, 2012, the Metropolis of Boston held it’s District 9 Parish Leadership Development Seminar at the Dormition of the Virgin Mary Church in Somerville. The 2012-13 theme, Transforming Parish Leadership/Developing Emerging Leaders, featured keynote speaker Theo Nicolakis, Chief Information Officer for the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. Continue Reading... »
DOXA Seminar Held November 10 at St. Athanasius Church in Arlington
On Saturday, November 10, DOXA held a wonderful seminar at the St. Athanasius Church in Arlington. The mission of DOXA is to provide religious educators the opportunity to grow as Orthodox Christian and fulfill their catechetical ministry in the life of the church as they teach the Good News of Christ and the doctrines and traditions of Orthodoxy. The theme for the seminar was ‘The Role of Parents and Teachers in Religious Education’. Teachers and parents throughout the Metropolis of Boston enjoyed a day of discussions, developmental sessions and fellowship. The next DOXA seminar will be held in April (further information will be forthcoming). Continue Reading... »
Sunday Worship
Sadly, Sunday has lost its significance in our society, becoming less of a day of worship of almighty God and more like any ordinary work day. This especially affects our young people who are obligated to attend sports events on Sunday mornings rather than attend the Divine Liturgy. At my request, this sad reality and its ramifications were discussed at the recent meeting of the Orthodox-Roman Catholic Consultation. After lengthy discussion, the following joint statement was issued. I ask you to read it carefully and approach civic, business and school authorities in your community to schedule sports events after 12 noon so that our young people may worship together with their families on Sunday mornings. Continue Reading... »
Archbishop Affirms Prayers And Assistance Following Hurricane Sandy
NEW YORK – In the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America has expressed the concern, prayers and care of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America for the life, safety and well being of the millions of people in the affected areas of the northeastern United States. Continue Reading... »
The V. Rev. Peter C. Katopis (1928-2012) Chicopee, MA
Fr. Peter Katopis of Sts. Constantine and Helen Church in Chicopee, Massachusetts passed away peacefully on October 15, 2012. Here is the Eulogy read at his funeral by Fr. Harry Vulopas. Continue Reading... »
October 28, 2012 - Metropolitan Methodios Celebrates OXI Day
Metropolitan Methodios celebrated OXI Day at the Annunciation Cathedral in Boston. Continue Reading... »
Third Annual Parish Leadership Development Seminar Series Kicked Off in Fitchburg, MA
Tuesday, October 23, 2012 - The Metropolis of Boston kicked off its third annual Parish Leadership Development Seminar series at the Holy Trinity Church in Fitchburg to an enthusiastic and energetic crowd. Continue Reading... »
Ο Μητροπολίτης Βοστώνης κ. Μεθόδιος διοργάνωσε συνάντηση θρησκευτικών ηγετών της ευρύτερης περιοχής της Βοστώνης
Στις 9 Οκτωβρίου 2012 ο Μητροπολίτης Βοστώνης κ. Μεθόδιος φιλοξένησε στο Μητροπολιτικό Μέγαρο θρησκευτικούς ηγέτες της ευρύτερης περιοχής της Βοστώνης για να συζητήσουν το θέμα της ιατρικώς υποβοηθούμενης αυτοκτονίας. Παραθέτουμε τις εναρκτήριες παρατηρήσεις του. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Hosted Boston area religious leaders at the Metropolis to Discuss the issue of Physician Assisted Suicide
On October 9, 2012 Metropolitan Methodios hosted Boston area religious leaders at the Metropolis to discuss the issue of Physician Assisted Suicide. Below are his opening remarks. I am deeply grateful to all of you who took the time from your very busy schedules to come today to discuss an issue of great importance. I note the great diversity of brethren who are here, not only from the Christian community but from the greater Ecumenical community including members of the Islamic community. Our Jewish brethren are not here because they are celebrating a High Holy Day. (More...) Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Ordains Fr. George Kouzelis to the Holy Priesthood on September 30, 2012
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios ordained Fr. George Kouzelis to the Holy Priesthood on Sunday, September 30, 2012 at the St. Spyridon Cathedral in Worcester, Massachusetts. Fr. George has been assigned to the St. Spyridon parish as the associate priest. Fr. Dean Paleologos, Proistamenos of St. Spyridon Cathedral along with members of the community celebrated with a reception honoring this joyous event for Fr. George and his wife, Presbytera Stavroula. AXIOS Fr. George! Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Participates in the Orthodox Chapel and Garden Blessing of the Foundation and Ground Breaking Ceremony
On Saturday, September 29, 2012 Metropolitan Methodios participated in the Orthodox Chapel and Garden's blessing of the foundation and ground breaking ceremony. Also, participating in the ceremony were His Eminence Metropolitan Hilarion (First Hierarch of the Russian Church Abroad) and His Grace Bishop John Abdalah (Antiochian Orthodox Diocese of Worcester and New England). Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Hosted a Reception in Honor of Greek Diplomats on September 21, 2012
Τι είναι τα Ευαγγέλια; Απλές βιογραφίες του Χριστού
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Metropolitan Methodios Presides at the Ayiasmo Service at St. Catherine’s Church Greek School, Braintree, MA
St. Catherine’s Church Greek School Ayiasmo Service was held Tuesday September 25, 2012. Continue Reading... »
Τι νέο προσφέρει στην επιστημονική έρευνα ο πάπυρος που εξέδωσε η Karen King
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Αγία Μαρία Μαγδαληνή: Ποια ήταν τελικά
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Το παπικό Πρωτείο και ο Οικουμενικός Πατριάρχης Αθηναγόρας
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Metropolitan Methodios Ordained Fr. Ephraim Ehrs to the Holy Priesthood
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios ordained Fr. Ephraim Ehrs to the Holy Priesthood on Sunday, September 16, 2012 at the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Boston, Massachusetts. Fr. Ephraim, 37, graduated Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology this past May. He was born in a small town in Sweden. He and his wife Aimee are parents of their 4 year old little girl named Glynnis. AXIOS Fr. Ephraim! Continue Reading... »
"JESUS’ WIFE?"
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios is grateful to the Reverend Dr. Theodore Stylianopoulos for responding to recent media reports concerning a 4th century Coptic text. Father Stylianopoulos is Professor Emeritus of New Testament at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology. Continue Reading... »
September 10-12, 2012 Third Annual Meeting of the Assembly of Bishops
The Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of North and Central America held its third annual meeting for all member hierarchs, that is, all active canonical bishops in its region. The meeting was held from September 10-12, 2012, at the Chicago O'Hare Hilton in Chicago, Illinois. Forty-three bishops were in attendance. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Attends Greek Festival at Sts. Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church in Marlborough, MA
Sts. Anargyroi Greek Orthodox Church in Marlborough, Massachusetts had its annual Grecian Festival over Labor Day Weekend. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios, representing Archbishop Demetrios, offers prayer at Republican National Convention
On August 29, 2012, His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston, who represented His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America on behalf of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese, offered the Orthodox Christian prayer at the Republican National Convention in Tampa, FL. Continue Reading... »
August 26, 2012 -Metropolitan Methodios Ordained Ephraim Ehrs to the Holy Diaconate
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios ordained Ephraim Ehrs to the Holy Diaconate on Sunday, August 26, 2012 at the Saints Constantine and Helen Church in Webster, Massachusetts. Continue Reading... »
August 14, 2012 - Great Vespers at Assumption Church, New Hampshire
Tuesday, August 14, 2012 - His Eminence, Metropolitan Methodios celebrated Great Vespers for the Feast of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary at the Assumption Greek Orthodox Church in Manchester, New Hampshire. Several clergy from the Metropolis of Boston also participated in the Feast Day celebration. Continue Reading... »
Sunday, August 5, 2012 - Metropolitan Methodios Celebrated Great Vespers and the Installation of Fr. Tom Chininis at the Transfiguration Church in Lowell, MA
Sunday, August 5, 2012 - His Eminence, Metropolitan Methodios celebrated Great Vespers at the Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church in Lowell, MA. During Great Vespers, Metropolitan Methodios installed the Rev. Tom Chininis as the new priest of the Transfiguration Church (beginning September 1, 2012). Several clergy from the Metropolis of Boston also participated in the Feast Day celebration. Continue Reading... »
August 6, 2012 Transfiguration Church Feast Day Celebration, Franklin, New Hampshire
Monday, August 6, 2012 - His Eminence, Metropolitan Methodios Celebrates the Divine Liturgy at the Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church in Franklin, New Hampshire. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Announces New Assignments for Fr. Tom Chininis and Fr. Alex Chetsas
Metropolis of Boston - August 9, 2012 Continue Reading... »
Metropolis of Boston Summer Camp Week 5 (July 30-August 5)
MBC Summer Session 5 kicked off on July 30, 2012 with close to 200 campers and staff. Continue Reading... »
Metropolis of Boston Summer Camp Week 4 (July 23-July 29)
MBC Summer Session 4 kicked off on July 23, 2012 with over 150 campers and staff. Continue Reading... »
Metropolis of Boston Summer Camp Week 3 (July 16-July 22)
MBC Summer Session 3 kicked off on July 16, 2012 with close to 200 campers and staff. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Visits the Construction Site of St. Demetrios Church in Weston for the Raising of the Main Dome
On Tuesday, July 27th, His Eminence, Metropolitan Methodios visited the new byzantine structure church of St. Demetrios in Weston, Massachusetts Continue Reading... »
Metropolis of Boston Summer Camp Week 2 (July 9-July 15)
MBC Summer Session 2 kicked off on July 9, 2012 with over 100 campers and staff. Continue Reading... »
Metropolis Of Boston Summer Family Camp
The Metropolis of Boston Camp hosts another sold-out Family Camp Session! Continue Reading... »
Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul
The V. Rev. Panteleimon Manoussakis, Ph.D. represents His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios during the Mass for Sts. Peter and Paul at the Pastoral Care Center. Continue Reading... »
Metropolis of Boston Camp Staff Training
Over fifty young adults from all across New England participated in the 2012 summer pre-camp weekend training and training week. Continue Reading... »
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PLENARY SESSION and Banquet Conclude 41st Clergy-Laity Congress
PHOENIX – The official business of the 41st Clergy-Laity Congress concluded Wednesday July 4, 2012 with the plenary session which lasted all day and was the culmination of the forums, meetings of the committees, workshops, receptions and social events of fellowship--all of which contributed to a very productive and successful Congress, inspiring the delegates and participants to spread the message, Chosen and Appointed by God to Go and Bear Fruit. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Attended 60th Wedding Anniversary
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios attended the 60th wedding anniversary party in honor of his dear friends Constintine and Betty Calliontzis, long-time members of the Annunciation Cathedral in Boston. On Sunday June 24th, family and friends celebrated Connie and Betty’s 60 year union at the Apollo Function Facility in Norwood, Massachusetts. Connie and Betty were married in 1952. They are blessed with 4 children and 8 grandchildren. May God grant them many more years of love and happiness. Continue Reading... »
Keynote address of Archbishop Demetrios officially opens the 41ST Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress
PHOENIX – The 41st Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America officially began its work this morning at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Hotel. It was highlighted by the Keynote Address of His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America presented to an audience of more than 1,200 participants. It is customary for the official opening to be attended by delegates, clergy and laity, of both the Clergy-Laity Congress and National Philoptochos Convention. Continue Reading... »
Encyclical of Archbishop Demetrios for Independence Day - July 4, 2012
To the Most Reverend Hierarchs, the Reverend Priests and Deacons, the Monks and Nuns, the Presidents and Members of the Parish Councils of the Greek Orthodox Communities, the Distinguished Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, the Day, Afternoon, and Church Schools, the Philoptochos Sisterhoods, the Youth, the Hellenic Organizations, and the entire Greek Orthodox Family in America Continue Reading... »
The 41st Clergy-Laity Congress Begins with the Divine Liturgy at Holy Trinity Cathedral, Phoenix
PHOENIX – The 41st Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America commenced yesterday with the Orthros service and Hierarchical Divine Liturgy held in the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Holy Trinity of Phoenix, Arizona, with approximately 1,200 faithful in attendance. The Holy Metropolis of San Francisco and the Holy Trinity Cathedral of Phoenix are the hosts of this 41st Congress. Continue Reading... »
The 41st Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress Convenes in Phoenix July 1-5
NEW YORK – The 41st Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America will convene in Phoenix, Arizona, July 1- 5, 2012, at the JW Marriott Desert Ridge Resort and it will focus on the theme of this Congress “Chosen and appointed by God to go and bear fruit.” Concurrently with the Clergy-Laity Congress, the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society will convene its Biennial National Convention in the same venue. Continue Reading... »
The Newly Elected 2012-2014 Metropolis Clergy District Representatives Meet with His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios
On Thursday, June 21 the Metropolis Clergy District Representatives met with His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios and Rev. Theodore J. Barbas, Chancellor of the Metropolis. Representatives elected the following as the officers of the Clergy Brotherhood. Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios Convenes the First Meeting of the Steering Committee for the New Emerging Leaders Ministry.
Brookline, MA: On Thursday, June 21, 2012, His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios convened the first meeting of the Steering Committee for the new Emerging Leaders Ministry. The Metropolis of Boston recently received a grant from Leadership 100 to launch an Emerging Leaders Ministry... Continue Reading... »
26th Annual Ministry Awards Banquet
On June 10, 2012 the parishes of the Metropolis of Boston joined His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios for the 26th annual Metropolis Ministry Awards Dinner, held at Lombardo's Function Facility in Randolph, MA. Over 740 parishioners throughout New England were in attendance. The theme for the Banquet this year was, "Remembering our most holy, pure, blessed and glorious Lady, the Theotokos, and ever Virgin Mary... Let us commit ourselves and one another, and our whole life to Christ our God." Continue Reading... »
Feast of St. Methodios
Nameday Celebration of His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios Continue Reading... »
Orthodox and Roman Catholic Dialogue Meets at Hellenic College-Holy Cross, June 2012
PRESS RELEASE-June 12, 2012 The Eighty-Second meeting of the North American Orthodox-Catholic Theological Consultation took place at Hellenic College/Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, Massachusetts, from June 5 to 7. The members of the Consultation continued their study of the role of the laity in their churches. Continue Reading... »
Rev. Panteleimon Klostri finds parishioners of Greek Orthodox Church of St. Luke 'live their faith in the larger world'
Since he was installed as the parish priest at the “vibrant” Greek Orthodox Church of St. Luke in East Longmeadow here in February, the Rev. Panteleimon Klostri has been impressed with the way parishioners live their faith. Continue Reading... »
Walkers from Throughout the Metropolis Joined Together for the Annual Walk for Hunger at Boston Common
On Sunday, May 6th, walkers from throughout the Metropolis of Boston walked up to 20 miles in support of Project Bread's annual Walk for Hunger where 41,000 people joined together to stomp out hunger. The walk raised $3.6 million dollars. Our Philoxenia House receives an annual grant from Project Bread. Continue Reading... »
May 2 - Everyday Heroes: The Power of Truth, Knowledge, and History” Kehillah Schechter Academy in Norwood attended by Metropolitan Methodios
On Wednesday evening, May 2nd, Metropolitan Methodios and Father Demetri Tonias of the Taxiarchae Parish in Watertown, attended an event where former Governor Michael Dukakis and his wife, Kitty Dukakis were the keynote speakers. The speeches focused on historic Greek and Jewish relations and the relationship between the two groups in Greece. The evening included a film presentation by filmmaker Laura Zelle titled “In the Shadow of the Acropolis,” which traces the Greek Jewish community during World War II. Continue Reading... »
Saint George Church Feast Day Celebration - Keene, NH
On Sunday, April 29, Metropolitan Methodios celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Saint George Church in Keene, NH, celebrating the feast day of the Parish. Continue Reading... »
The 18th Annual Greek Independence Day Parade, Boston, April 22, 2012
The Greek Independence Day Parade is a national celebration in the United States of America. Greek Americans across US cities organize Greek parades to celebrate the independence of Greece from the Ottoman Empire in 1821. In Boston , proud Greek-Americans from all over New England lined Boylston Street and joined in on the fun to celebrate their heritage which featured floats, marching bands and colorful ethnic costumes. and colorful ethnic costumes. Continue Reading... »
Orthodox Christian Spiritual Formation
With the blessing of Metropolitan Methodios of Boston Catherine Varkas currently offers training at Hellenic College in Brookline for Sunday school, Preschool, and home schoolteachers at the 3-6 age level, while she continues to work toward expanding the program to include older age groups as well. Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios' Paschal Reflection
At this very moment we relive the Holy Resurrection, the central mystery of our Christian faith. We will shortly light our Paschal candles to boldly proclaim that “the light of Christ shines in the darkness and the darkness did not overtake it.” (John 1:5) Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios joined the Honorable Consul General of Greece, Mr. Ilias Fotopoulos for a Wreath Presentation
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios attends ceremony on Tuesday, April 10, hosted at the Greek Consulate in Boston. The Honorable Consul General of Greece, Ilias Fotopoulos presented four olive branch wreaths to the Boston Athletic Association, which will be used to crown the winners of this coming Monday’s 116th running of the Boston Marathon. Continue Reading... »
18th Annual Greek Independence Day Parade
The Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of New England Is Pleased to Announce the Following Events in Celebration of the 18th Annual Greek Independence Day Parade Continue Reading... »
Approved standard text and music for the hymn Christ is Risen
Last week, His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios, on behalf of all the members of our Holy Eparchial Synod, approved and distributed copies of the standard text and music for the English version of Christos Anesti to all the parishes of our Archdiocese. Continue Reading... »
Holy Week Liturgical Calendar for Metropolitan Methodios
Liturgical schedule of His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston for Holy Week 2012 (April 8-15) Continue Reading... »
Η Θ. Λειτουργία των Προηγιασμένων Δώρων για τους Ορθοδόξους φοιτητές των ξένων Κολλεγίων απο τον Μητροπολίτη Βοστώνης.
Την ποιμαντική μέριμνα για τους Ορθοδόξους φοιτητές που σπουδάζουν σε ξένα πανεπιστημιακά ιδρύματα έδειξε για ακόμη μια φορά ο Σεβασμιώτατος Μητροπολίτης Βοστώνης κ. Μεθόδιος τελώντας τούτη την φορά την κατανυκτική λειτουργία των Προηγιασμένων Δώρων στο αρχαιότερο Ρωμαιοκαθολικό Κολλέγιο της Νέας Αγγλίας, το Κολλέγιο του Τιμίου Σταυρού, Worcester. Continue Reading... »
RAPTAKIS AND NEWPORT HELLENIC COMMUNITY HOST ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF 191st ANNIVERSARY OF GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY AT RHODE ISLAND STATE HOUSE
Greek Consul General Fotopoulos, joins local Greek leaders, elected officials in celebration of Greek heritage. Continue Reading... »
2012 GOYA Winter Camp
Teens from all over the New England area came together for a weekend retreat. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios to serve the Liturgy of the Pre‐Sanctified Gifts
Metropolitan Methodios to serve the Liturgy of the Pre‐Sanctified Gifts at the College of the Holy Cross in Worcester, MA Continue Reading... »
Rev. Dr. Demetrios Tonias represents His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston as a member of a delegation that visited Israel
On March 4-11, 2012, the Rev. Dr. Demetrios Tonias represented His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston as a member of a delegation that visited Israel under the auspices of the AJC (American Jewish Committee). Continue Reading... »
Family Winter Camp 2012
The St. Methodios Faith and Heritage Center hosts a sold out Winter Family Camp. Continue Reading... »
Sunday of Orthodoxy
The Sunday School children at the St. Nicholas Parish of Clinton, MA joined in a procession of the Holy Icons following the Divine Liturgy on the Sunday of Orthodoxy, March 4, 2012. Continue Reading... »
Clergy Lenten Retreat
The Metropolis of Boston Clergy came together on Tuesday, March 6 for the Clergy Lenten Retreat. Continue Reading... »
HELLENIC BIRTHRIGHT
Introducing the new Summer-in-Greece Program of the PanHellenic Scholarship Foundation Continue Reading... »
The Patriarch Athenagoras Lecture
The Patriarch Athenagoras Lecture Metropolitan Emmanuel of France The Ecumenical Patriarchate and the Significance of Dialogue Wednesday March 14, 2012 at 7:30 pm Maliotis Cultural Center - Hellenic College Continue Reading... »
2012-2013 Scholarship Applications Available
Applications and instructions for the three scholarships administered by the Chancellor’s Office of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, are now available for awards to be made for the 2012-2013 academic year. Continue Reading... »
Announcing the reprinting of the popular cookbook "The Lenten Collection"
A compilation of delicious healthy recipes for all seasons, the cookbook was compiled by Presbytera Calypso "Lee" Karahalios, who tested and retested each recipe working countless hours to insure the best recipe in each category. Proceeds benefit the philanthropic ministry of the Metropolis of Boston, including the Philoxenia House and the outreach to the poor and needy in the community. Continue Reading... »
Encyclical of Archbishop Demetrios for Holy and Great Lent 2012
As we begin this season of Holy and Great Lent, we do so in anticipation of the blessings we will receive as we commune with Christ through the special services, observances, and disciplines of our Orthodox Christian faith. We embark on a journey of faith, with the destination of the joy of Pascha before us, knowing that abundant spiritual treasure awaits if we are committed to intensifying prayer and fasting and service to others in charity. Continue Reading... »
Ecumenical Patriarch Issues Catechetical Homily For Holy And Great Lent
Beloved brothers and sisters in the Lord, In recent times, we observe an elevated level of concern. Many challenges arise. The world is suffering and yearns for help. Indeed, we are going through a general test. Some people call it a financial decline; others refer to it as a political crisis. So far as we are concerned, it is a matter of spiritual perversion. And a solution exists. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios celebrates the Divine Liturgy at the Taxiarchae Parish in Watertown, Massachusetts
On Sunday, February 19, Metropolitan Methodios celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Taxiarchae Parish in Watertown, Massachusetts, and presided over the one year memorial service for the late Rev. Emmanuel S. Metaxas of blessed memory. Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios visits the Nativity - Assumption of the Virgin Mary Church in Cohasset, MA
On Sunday, January 29, 2012, His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios served liturgy at the Nativity - Assumption of the Virgin Mary Church in Cohasset, MA and administered the oat of office to the incoming Parish Council. Continue Reading... »
Maliotis Greek Dance Workshop
Learn a variety of regional dances from experienced and talented instructors. Full-day workshop with each 1½ hour class focusing on a specific region of Greece. Classes designed for adults and children age 12 and older, all skill levels. There will be a final wrap-up session at the end of the day, followed by a reception. Workshop instructors include: Michael Kalaitzidis of the Panagia Soumela Boston Dance Troupe; Georgia Mavridis of the Katerinioton Society “Ta Pieria” (Pontos); John Pappas and Rena Fotopulos of the Metropolis of Boston Youth Dance Group (Macedonia); Elefteris Plevrakis of the Megalonisos Cretan Dance Group (Crete); and Irene and Mike Savas of the Boston Lykeion Ellinidon (Islands). Continue Reading... »
Metropolis of Boston Clergy Respond to Metropolitan's Appeal for The Relief Fund for the People of Greece
At their monthly Synaxis, the clergy of the Metropolis of Boston offered $2,500 in support to Metropolitan Methodios' request that the Parishes and Faithful of New England generously support the The Relief Fund for the People of Greece. His Eminence invited Professor Michaelis M. Psalidopoulos of Tufts University to address the clergy on the economic crisis in Greece and Europe and its ramifications. (See Professor Psalidopoulos' biography below). Metropolitan Methodios has called upon all the faithful of the Metropolis to immediately and generously support our Archdiocesan efforts to offer relief to our brothers and sisters in Greece who are in dire need of our assistance. Continue Reading... »
The Metropolis of Boston Council and St. Methodios Faith and Heritage Center Meeting, February 15, 2012
The Metropolis of Boston Council and the St. Methodios Faith and Heritage Center Committee was held on February 15. Attending the meeting were Jerry Dimitriou, Director of Administration of the Archdiocese and Tony Stefanis from Atlanta, Georgia who is the Chairman of the Administration Committee of the Archdiocesan Council. Continue Reading... »
Archpastoral Reflection "Imagine" by Metropolitan Methodios
A few weeks ago we closed our personal Book of 2011 and placed it in the library of eternity. Rather than make resolutions for the New Year - resolutions which more than likely I would not keep - I decided instead to reflect upon the past, observe more carefully the present, and try to envision the future, as these aspects of time bear upon the life of the Church and of her members. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios installs Rev. Panteleimon Klostri as proistamenos of the Saint Luke Church in East Longmeadow, MA
On February 1st, His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios installed Rev. Panteleimon Klostri as the proistamenos of Saint Luke Church in East Longmeadow, MA. Following the installation was the Parish Leadership Development Seminar for District 5. Continue Reading... »
A Reflection by Rev. Christopher Makiej
When we think about a Sunday victory during this time of year, it is usually a thought about who is going to win the Super Bowl. But I want to declare that as we watch the Super Bowl and view the battle and then the exhilaration of victory of the winning team, let us become even more aware of the greater Sunday victory which takes place every Sunday in the Orthodox Christian Church! Continue Reading... »
Official Archpastoral Guidelines
In response to questions concerning the official position of the Metropolis, please be apprised of the following: Continue Reading... »
A Special Need, A Special Love – Special Needs Ministry
With the blessings of His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios and at the invitation of Fr. Theodore Barbas, Chancellor of the Metropolis of Boston, gifted & educated faithful throughout the Metropolis, together with area clergy, the Embracing Children’s Staff of our MBC program and our Metropolis Special Needs Ministry Staff, gathered at St. Demetrios Church in Weston on January 25th, 2012 to identify certain needs and develop specific programs. Continue Reading... »
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Metropolitan Methodios cuts the Vasilopita at the Hellenic Nursing Home
On Sunday January 22, His Eminence visited with the Hellenic Nursing Home in Canton, MA to celebrate the New Year 2012 with the residents by cutting the Vasilopita. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios cuts the Vasilopita for the Federation of Hellenic-American societies of New England
On Saturday, January 21, Metropolitan Methodios joined the Federation of Hellenic-American societies of New England for the cutting of the Vasilopita. Continue Reading... »
First GOYA Reunion Dance a Huge Success!
Saturday, November 11, was a night to remember when almost 400 Greek Orthodox Youth of America alumni gathered together again for a Reunion Dance with proceeds benefiting the Greek Orthodox Metropolis Camp of Boston. Continue Reading... »
January 15, 2012 - Assumption Church, Manchester, New Hampshire
Metropolitan Methodios Celebrates Nameday of St. Basil the Great in Peabody, MA
Metropolitan Methodios of Boston celebrates the Divine Liturgy at St. Vasilios Church in Peabody, MA on January 1, 2012. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios presides at the funeral of Peabody firefighter James Rice on December 30, 2011
We gather today to pray that Almighty God may open His arms and welcome into His loving embrace a man respected and befriended by everyone. We offer our sympathies to his beloved family – his parents, his loving wife Amy and his three precious children, Katelyn, Alyssa and Ryan. Continue Reading... »