2016 News
Christmas Reflection of Metropolitan Methodios
We live in a world of constant turmoil, of financial crisis, of poverty and unemployment, of disillusionment and uncertainty, of confusion and unrest, of pain and suffering. War rages in that part of the world where Christianity flourished for centuries but now is inhabited by only a handful of faithful. Thousands of refugees continue to flee their homelands for far-away countries that are not always welcoming. On a daily basis, we are inundated with news of one crisis after another, of one suicide bomber after another. It is to such a world that the newborn Savior comes this Christmas to bring “Peace on Earth and goodwill among men.” Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios Visits St. Nicholas Parish in Lexington, MA for Feastday Vespers
On the evening of December 5, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios, joined by many clergy and faithful from the surrounding area, celebrated the Great Vespers service at the St. Nicholas parish in Lexington, MA on the occasion of their feast day. Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios Visits St. Nicholas Parish in Portsmouth, NH
On Sunday December 4, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the St. Nicholas Parish in Portsmouth, NH. Continue Reading... »
Pilot Article: Cardinal joins Boston Greek Orthodox for Patronal Feast
BROOKLINE -- Following long-standing ecumenical tradition, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Boston invited representatives of the Archdiocese of Boston, Nov. 29, to celebrate the Feast of St. Andrew at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral Center Chapel in Brookline. Continue Reading... »
Hierarchical Great Vespers for Feast of St. Andrew
On the evening of Tuesday November 29th Hierarchical vespers was celebrated, at the Cathedral chapel in Brookline, MA, for the Feast of St. Andrew the First-called. Continue Reading... »
"A Story That Should Be Told"
The Norwich Rose of New England Chapter 110, Order of AHEPA has produced a volume telling the story of Greek-Americans in the Norwich, Connecticut community. Proceeds from this book are earmarked for the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in that city Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios Visits St. Catherine Parish in Braintree, MA
On Sunday, November 27th, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the St. Catherine parish in Braintree, MA Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios Visits Sts. Anargyroi Parish in Marlborough, MA
On Sunday, November 20th His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Sts. Anargyroi parish in Marlborough, MA Continue Reading... »
Επιμορφωτικό Σεμινάριο της Μητροπόλεως Βοστώνης
Το Σάββατο 12 Νοεμβρίου 2016, πραγματοποιήθηκε Επιμορφωτικό Σεμινάριο για τους Δασκάλους των Ελληνικών Σχολείων της Μητροπόλεως Βοστώνης, υπό την αιγίδα του Σεβασμιωτάτου Μητροπολήτου Βοστώνης κ.κ. Μεθοδίου και με την συνεργασία του Γραφείου Ελληνικής Παιδείας της Αρχιεπισκοπής Αμερικής. Το Σεμινάριο έλαβε χώρα στο κτίριο της Μητροπόλεως στο Brookline MA. Έλαβαν μέρος 70 Δάσκαλοι από όλα σχεδόν τα σχολεία της Μητροπόλεως. Continue Reading... »
Daily Christmas Reflection from Fr. Stavros N. Akrotirianakis
November 16th - Joseph played an important role in the story as well. He was a rather ordinary man who had extraordinary faith. In Orthodox Tradition, we hold that Joseph was an elderly man, who had been widowed. He had children from a previous marriage, who are later referred to as Jesus's brothers and sisters who in reality were half-brothers and half-sisters (see Matt. 13:55-56).Joseph worked as a carpenter—a rather ordinary life. Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios Visits St. Philip in Nashua, NH
On Sunday November 13th His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the St. Philip parish in Nashua, NH. Continue Reading... »
Letter to the Clergy and Laity of the Metropolis of Boston from Metropolitan Methodios
As you prepare for Parish Council elections, please abide by articles 24, 25, 26, 27, and 31 of the Uniform Parish Regulations of our Archdiocese. Those serving on the Parish Council must be men or women who live the sacramental life of the church, thus providing a sterling example to all the stewards of the Parish. Continue Reading... »
Message of His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew To the Plenitude of the Ecumenical Patriarchate Worldwide On the 25th Anniversary of His Election to the Ecumenical Throne
We offer praise and glory to the Triune God, who deemed us worthy to reach the twenty-fifth anniversary since the day when, by the mandate of our Holy and Sacred Synod, we ascended the martyred Apostolic Throne of the Church of Constantinople. Continue Reading... »
Orthodoxy on Tap - The Journey to the Manger Begins with Love
On November 16th Fr. Ted Barbas will help us explore the gift of Love. Please join us for a night of discussion and fellowship! Continue Reading... »
The Rev. Demetrios Tonias Represents the Metropolis at the Lord's Day Alliance Conference
On Thursday, October 27, 2016, the Rev. Dr. Demetrios Tonias, Dean of the Annunciation Cathedral, delivered a paper on "Reclaiming Sacred Time" at the Lord’s Day Alliance conference on “The Regenerative Sabbath.” The conference explored a series of questions including: "Who controls time?" "How do we spend time?" and "How does our society’s use of time reflect our faith." Continue Reading... »
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His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios Visits St. Demetrios Weston, MA
- Brooklin, MA. On Sunday October 30th, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the St. Demetrios parish in Weston, MA, which celebrated its feast earlier in the week. Continue Reading... »
Over 85 young adults attend Orthodoxy on Tap - Episode #1
Boston,MA. On Thursday October 27, 2016 over 85 young adults gathered at UNO's in Kenmore Square for this year's first Orthodoxy on Tap. The group heard a presentation on the meaning of friendship Continue Reading... »
Metropolis of Boston Young Adult Basketball League
- Brookline,MA. For the first time in nearly a decade, the Metropolis of Boston will once again have a Young Adult Basketball League. The league will hold its games at the Pappas Gymnasium of Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology starting Wednesday, November 2, 2016. Continue Reading... »
MBC Camper Releases Her First Country Music Single
Congratulations to one of our very own campers, Paige Davis Zacharakis, who just released her beautiful first single "Better" under her music name--Paige Davis. Paige is a high school junior who is active in our MBC camp as well as in her home parish of St. Phillip in Nashua. Continue Reading... »
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Cardinal O’Malley hosts 40 religious leaders to fight marijuana legalization
Cardinal Sean P. O’Malley met with more than 40 interfaith leaders Tuesday to discuss strategies to defeat a state ballot measure that would legalize recreational use of marijuana. The Roman Catholic archbishop of Boston warned that making marijuana legal would exacerbate the opioid epidemic, entice more children to use drugs, hurt poor neighborhoods, and threaten public safety. Continue Reading... »
Orthodoxy on Tap - The Meaning of Friendship
Orthodoxy on Tap brings together individuals interested in sharing open dialogue and discussion about issues, challenges, and hot topics in our world and church today. Most importantly, Orthodoxy on Tap is a gathering of friends who come to share in the cup of growth and togetherness. Continue Reading... »
Ordination of Fr. Gregory Floor to the Holy Priesthood - Lowell, MA
On Sunday October 16, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios ordained Fr. Gregory Floor to the Holy Priesthood Continue Reading... »
Do Politics Become The Christian? By Rev Dr. Stanley S. Harakas
"Render unto Caesar what is Caesar's and unto God, what is God's" is a teaching of Christ. From one perspective it means at least that Christ saw the Church as something very different from the State and its methods. Yet, "Render unto Caesar, that which Continue Reading... »
MBC Fall Camp 2016
On the weekend of October 7th-9th the Metropolis of Boston Camp held its second ever Fall Camp session. The camp embraced over 75 GOYA aged campers from all over the Metropolis. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Appoints Ioannis Michaelidis as the New Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios is pleased to announce the appointment of Ioannis Michaelidis to the position of "Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries" of the Metropolis of Boston as of October 1, 2016. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methoidios Celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the St. Catherine Parish
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios installs the Rev. Dionyios Koulianos as the Presiding Priest, of the St. Catherine Parish in Braintree, Massachusetts Continue Reading... »
The Rev. Dr. Demetrios Tonias Represents the Metropolis of Boston at the Catholic Archdiocese in Braintree, MA for the Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul
Your Excellency Bishop Kennedy, priests, deacons, and faithful of the Catholic Archdiocese of Boston, I offer the best wishes and prayers of His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios and the entire Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Boston on this, the feast day of Saints Peter and Paul. Continue Reading... »
Ο Μητροπολίτης Βοστώνης κ. Μεθόδιος μιλά αποκλειστικά στον «Ε.Κ.» για τη συνάντηση με τον Πάπα Φραγκίσκο
ΒΟΣΤΩΝΗ. Ο Μητροπολίτης Βοστώνης κ. Μεθόδιος μίλησε αποκλειστικά στον «Εθνικό Κήρυκα» για την πρόσφατη συνάντησή του με τον Πάπα της Ρώμης κ. Φραγκίσκο. Ο Μητροπολίτης κ. Μεθόδιος ήταν επικεφαλής της επίσημης αντιπροσωπείας που εκπροσώπησε τον Οικουμενικό Πατριάρχη κ. Βαρθολομαίο στην Θρονική Γιορτή της Εκκλησίας της Ρώμης επί τη μνήμη των Αγίων Αποστόλων Πέτρου και Παύλου. Continue Reading... »
An ecumenical honor for Boston
Friday, July 01, 2016 - The Boston Pilot Since the Patriarch of Constantinople is spiritual leader of 250 Million Orthodox Christians worldwide, it is highly significant that his representative to the Holy Father in Rome this June 29 is none other than the Greek Orthodox Bishop of Boston, His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios. This year, Boston is going to Rome...by way of Constantinople. Continue Reading... »
2016 Clergy Laity Congress, Nashville, Tennessee
Clergy from throughout the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of American at the Clergy Laity Congress in Nashville, Tennessee. Continue Reading... »
Pope Francis Addresses the Delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople on the occasion of the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul
His Emience Metropolitan Methodios leads the Delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople on the occasion of the Feast of Saints Peter and Paul Continue Reading... »
2016 Metropolis Awards Dinner
On Sunday, June 12 over 750 stewards from throughout New England gathered at Lombardo's in Randolph to honor the recipients who were designated by the parish of the Metropolis of Boston. Continue Reading... »
Orthodox and Catholic Theologians meet
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston hosted the meeting of the Orthodox-Catholic Theological Consultation at the St. Methodios Faith and Heritage Center in Contoocook, NH on May 31-June 2, 2016. Continue Reading... »
2016 Greek School Graduation
Τό Σάββατο 28 Μαΐου στὸ Μαλιώτειο Πολιτιστικό Κέντρο στὸ Brookline πραγματοποιήθηκε ἡ ἑορτὴ τῆς ἀποφοιτήσεως τῶν μαθητῶν τῶν σχολείων τῆς Μητροπόλεως Βοστώνης. Continue Reading... »
Joint Committee of Orthodox and Catholic Bishops Convenes
The Joint Committee of Orthodox and Catholic Bishops met on May 22-24, 2016 at the Saint Methodios Faith and Heritage Center in Contoocook, NH. The Joint Committee was established in 1981 by the Standing Conference of Canonical Orthodox Bishops in America, now the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States, Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios offers Invocation at 48th Annual Memorial Day Service at Gardens Cemetery
On Monday May 30, 2016, Memorial Day, His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios offered the Invocation at the 48th annual Memorial Day service at the Gardens Cemetery. Present were Mayor Martin J. Walsh and The Honorable Sean J. Stackley, Assistant Secretary of the Navy. His Eminence offered the following invocation: Continue Reading... »
One-Year Memorial for Bishop Anthimos
This Sunday, May 29, 2016 marks the one-year anniversary since the passing of Bishop Anthimos Draconakis who served the Diocese of Boston from 1978 to 1983. I kindly ask that every community in the Metropolis of Boston offer memorial prayers this Sunday for the repose of his soul. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios' Paschal Message
Thousands of faithful are attending services tonight throughout the six New England states. They gather at the life-giving tomb of our Savior to light their Easter candles. They gather to experience the dawn of a new day, one that has no sunset. Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Celebrates Great Vespers and Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral Chapel
On Holy Thursday morning April 26, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston celebrated Great Vespers and the Divine Liturgy of St. Bail the Great commemorating the Mystical Supper at the Cathedral chapel in Brookline, MA. Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Celebrate Holy Unction Service at Hellenic Nursing Home
On Holy Wednesday, April 27, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston celebrated the sacrament of Holy Unction at the St. George chapel in the Hellenic Nursing Home in Canton, MA. Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Celebrates Third Bridegroom Service in Haverhill, MA
On Holy Tuesday April 26, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston presided at the Bridegroom service at the parish of the Holy Apostles in Haverhill, MA. In his sermon His Eminence spoke about the two prominent figures in the Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Celebrates Second Bridegroom Service in Lexington, MA
On Holy Monday April 25th, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios presided at the Bridegroom service at the St. Nicholas parish in Lexington, MA. It was a great joy to pray the service in solemnity with a congregation filled with faithful both young and old alike. Continue Reading... »
His Eminence Celebrates First Bridegroom Service in Watertown, MA
His Eminence Celebrates Palm Sunday Liturgy in Weston
On Palm Sunday April 24th, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston celebrated the Divine Liturgy, at the St. Demetrios Parish in Weston, MA, with Continue Reading... »
Pastoral Visit to the St. George in Centerville, MA
On Sunday April 17th, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston visited the parish of St. George in Centerville, MA. It was a great joy for His Eminence to celebrate the Divine Liturgy Continue Reading... »
Holy Week Schedule of His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios
Pastoral Visit to the Annunciation Church in Dover, NH
On Sunday, March 27, 2016, the second Sunday of Lent, His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios visited the Annunciation parish in Dover, NH. Along with celebrating the Divine Liturgy His Eminence tonsured four of the Altar Continue Reading... »
Pastoral Visit to the Annunciation Church in Woburn
On Thursday, March 24, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston visited the Annunciation parish in Woburn to preside at the Festal Vespers service, celebrating the parish’s name day. At the end of the service His Eminence Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Attends Catholic Chrism Service
On Tuesday March 22, 2016, at the invitation of Cardinal Sean O’Malley, His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston attended the Chrism Mass at the Roman Catholic Cathedral of the Holy Cross. For our Roman Catholic brethren Continue Reading... »
Pastoral Visit to St. George Cathedral in Manchester, NH
On Sunday March 20, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston visited the St. George parish in Manchester, NH to celebrate the Divine Liturgy and the procession commemorating the restoration of holy images and icons. Continue Reading... »
Archpastoral Reflection on Tragedy in Greece
Daily, those of us who have access to Greek television broadcasts are horrified by the unspeakable human tragedy occurring in Greece. It is reported that over 100,000 refugees from Syria, Iraq, Afghanistan, and other Muslim countries – ravaged by war and internal strife – have been forced to leave their homelands in search for a better life in Europe. Continue Reading... »
Holy Cross Graduating Class Meets with Metropolitan Methodios
The Parish Administration class from Holy Cross visited the Metropolis of Boston and met with His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios. Continue Reading... »
Clergy Brotherhood Lenten Retreat
Over 55 clergy from the Metropolis of Boston recently convened for an overnight pre-Lenten retreat at the St. Methodios Faith and Heritage Center. This annual event is an opportunity for the Metropolis clergy brotherhood to engage together in continuing education, worship, and fellowship. His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios... Continue Reading... »
Seminar for the Greek Teachers of the Metropolis of Boston
On Saturday, February 27th Greek School Teachers from across New England gather for a seminar about Greek Education and Technology hosted by the Metropolis of Boston. Evangelia Dimitropoulou, Eleni Alexopoulou, and Ismini Michail from Washington, D.C. were the presenter for the seminar. Continue Reading... »
Announcement for the Greek Independence Parade
Announcement for the Greek Independence Parade Continue Reading... »
One Year Memorial for Fr. Matthew Baker
On February 28, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios visited the Annunciation parish in Cranston, RI to celebrate the Divine Liturgy and preside at the one year memorial of Fr. Matthew Baker. Presvytera Katherine, her six beautiful children, and Fr. Matthew’s mother were surrounded by family and friends who gathered to pray for the eternal repose of Fr. Matthew. Also present were the President of the parish council and parishioners of the Holy Trinity parish in Norwich, CT where Fr. Matthew served. Continue Reading... »
Church group helps provide support for homeless veterans
The Metropolis of Boston is proud of the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Parish in Cranston, RI for this very important ministry they offer to the greater community. The article below was taken from the Cranston Herald on February 25, 2016. Continue Reading... »
Three Year Memorial for Sophia Nibi
On Sunday February 21st, 2016 His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios of Boston visited the St. Demetrios Parish in Weston, MA to celebrate the Divine Liturgy and to preside at the three-year memorial for Sophia Nibi. Continue Reading... »
Father Arthur Athans Honored
In a recent article in Windows to your Health published by Wentworth Douglas Hospital, “Father Arthur Athans Honored at Wentworth-Douglas Hospital’s Annual Spiritual Care Conference”. Continue Reading... »
Announcing a Seminar for All Greek Teachers of the Metropolis of Boston
Announcing a Seminar for All Greek Teachers of the Metropolis of Boston Continue Reading... »
Fotis Papiris Appointed "Director of Ministries and Office of the Metropolitan"
Fotis Papiris Appointed "Director of Ministries and Office of the Metropolitan" Continue Reading... »
Pastoral Visit to Holy Trinity, Lowell, MA
On Sunday, January 31st, His Eminence visited the Holy Trinity community in Lowell, MA. His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios is photographed with Fr. Theodore Barbas, Fr. Nikolaos Pelekoudas and member of the Byzantine Choir. Continue Reading... »
Η άρετή της φιλοξενίας
Click here to view an article about the virtue of hospitality. (Greek) Continue Reading... »
Pastoral Visit to St. Gregory, Mansfield, MA
On Sunday, January 24th, His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios visited the St. Gregory Parish in Mansfield, MA to celebrate the Feast Day of their Patron Saint St. Gregory the Theologian who's name day is celebrated on January 25th. Continue Reading... »
Pastoral Visit to St. Vasilios, Newport, NH
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios visited the parish of St. Vasilios in Newport, New Hampshire to celebrate Divine Liturgy for the Feast of St. Vasilios. Continue Reading... »
2015-2016 Metropolis Basketball League Wraps Up
Another season of the Metropolis of Boston Youth Basketball League has come to a close. This year we had about 250 basketball player from 20 teams participate in the GOYA and Joy Leagues. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Attends Ordination of Archbishop Paul Fitzpatrick Russel
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios Attends Ordination of Archbishop Paul Fitzpatrick Russel, Apostolic Nuncio to Turkey. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios Heads Patriarchal Delegation for Feast of Sts. Peter and Paul
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios leads the delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate to the Vatican for the feast of Sts. Peter and Paul. Continue Reading... »
Metropolitan Methodios presides at the Agiasmos Service for the beginning of the new academic year at the Hellenic American Academy of Lowell
Hellenic American Academy founded in 1906 by Greek immigrants is currently the oldest and longest running Greek American Orthodox day school in the United States. The Academy continues to provide a safe and nurturing family environment that challenges students to achieve their highest Continue Reading... »
Vote NO on Question 4!!!
His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios and Cardinal Sean O'Malley, together with Faith Leaders across Massachusetts join Governor Charlie Baker, Boston's Mayor Marty Walsh, and a majority of Public Officials in Opposing Question 4 on the November Ballot. Continue Reading... »