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Archbishop Elpidophoros’s schedule | June 7–12, 2026His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America is scheduled to part...
06/04/2026

Archbishop Elpidophoros’s schedule | June 7–12, 2026

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America is scheduled to participate in a series of ecclesiastical, educational, and community events from June 7–12, 2026, reflecting the Archdiocese’s ongoing commitment to faith, leadership, youth, and service.

Find the detailed schedule at the link in the comments below.

The Greek American Educational Public Information System (GAEPIS) and Hellenic Public Radio – Cosmos FM honored Steve an...
06/04/2026

The Greek American Educational Public Information System (GAEPIS) and Hellenic Public Radio – Cosmos FM honored Steve and Angela Zervoudis with its prestigious Phidippides Award at a well-attended Gala at The Union League Club in New York City.

The Award, this year being awarded for the 31st time, is named for the ancient Athenian running courier whose endurance and service inspired the marathon race. The Phidippides Award is presented each year to those “whose work reflects a sustained commitment to Hellenic culture and community life.”

His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America offered congratulatory remarks to GAEPIS and Cosmos FM for their valuable gift to the Greek American community. His Eminence then praised the recipients of the award, Steve and Angela Zervoudis.

Read more about the award ceremony at the link in the comments below. Photos by Orthodox Observer/Dimitrios Panagos

06/04/2026

Putting Jesus First—No Matter What!

Beloved Parents and Religious Educators,

This week, teach our children about what it means to follow Jesus with their whole hearts. Jesus teaches that loving Him should come first, even before the things or people we care about most. That can be a big idea for little hearts, but it simply means this: when we choose Jesus, we are never alone. He promises to bless, guide, and give us more than we could ever lose.

Let’s help our children understand that following Jesus may not always be easy, but it is always worth it, because His love never fails.

Why does Jesus want us to tell others that we follow Him? Does Jesus want us to stop loving our families? What does Jesus promise if we give things up to follow Him?

KIDS SUNDAY SERIES is an easy-to-download lesson for religious educators and parents to engage children with the Gospel. It can be used by Sunday Schools, Church Vacation Schools, Youth Camps, and Families to teach the Gospel to the next generation!

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Christ offers us unconditional love, and limitless freedom. However, for us to fully integrate Christ's love and freedom...
06/03/2026

Christ offers us unconditional love, and limitless freedom.

However, for us to fully integrate Christ's love and freedom into our lives, we need to try to embrace Him without conditions, without stipulations, without prerequisites.

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This Sunday, June 7, is the Sunday of All Saints! Religious Educators, this week’s Kids Sunday Series lesson plans are n...
06/02/2026

This Sunday, June 7, is the Sunday of All Saints!

Religious Educators, this week’s Kids Sunday Series lesson plans are now live for Grades 1–12! Be sure to visit the website to review the upcoming lesson and download everything you need to prepare your students for this Sunday.

New lessons are available every Tuesday .

→ To access all KIDS SUNDAY SERIES weekly lesson plans, click here: https://www.goarch.org/departments/religioused/sermons/kids

KIDS SUNDAY SERIES is an easy-to-download lesson for religious educators and parents to engage children with the Gospel. It can be used by Sunday Schools, Church Vacation Schools, Youth Camps, and Families to teach the Gospel to the next generation!

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05/29/2026

Choosing to Follow Jesus, the Source of Truth and Life

Beloved Parents and Religious Educators,

This Sunday, the Church celebrates Holy Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the Apostles and the life of the Church was revealed to the world.

Let’s help our students recognize how Christ speaks of the Holy Spirit as living water, who fills the Church, strengthens our faith, heals our souls, and leads us closer to Christ.

Let’s invite our students to reflect on how the Holy Spirit works in their lives through prayer, worship, Holy Chrismation, Holy Communion, and the life of the Church, calling them to grow in holiness and become more like Christ.

KIDS SUNDAY SERIES is an easy-to-download lesson for religious educators and parents to engage children with the Gospel. It can be used by Sunday Schools, Church Vacation Schools, Youth Camps, and Families to teach the Gospel to the next generation!

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Jesus, the Living Water, and Light of the World! Beloved Parents and Religious Educators,This week, teach our children t...
05/28/2026

Jesus, the Living Water, and Light of the World!

Beloved Parents and Religious Educators,

This week, teach our children that Jesus is our “Living Water” and “Light of the World.” Jesus gives us love, peace, and strength when we feel sad, lost, or unsure, like water for our hearts. And just as light helps us to see in the dark, Jesus shows us how to live with kindness, love, and hope.

Let’s help our children remember that they can be a light in the world by trusting in Jesus, praying, reading His Word, and doing what is right. Jesus is always with us, guiding us, filling us, and helping us every step of the way.

What did Jesus mean when He said, “If anyone is thirsty, let them come to Me and drink”? What did Jesus call Himself in the story besides living water? How can you follow Jesus every day?

KIDS SUNDAY SERIES is an easy-to-download lesson for religious educators and parents to engage children with the Gospel. It can be used by Sunday Schools, Church Vacation Schools, Youth Camps, and Families to teach the Gospel to the next generation!

Subscribe to the Department of Religious Education (DRE) → www.religioused.goarch.org to receive these and more in your inbox during the week for free.

Did you know how the Orthodox Church understands “speaking in tongues”? In the New Testament, “tongues” originally refer...
05/27/2026

Did you know how the Orthodox Church understands “speaking in tongues”?

In the New Testament, “tongues” originally referred to real human languages miraculously spoken and understood, especially on Pentecost when the Apostles preached to people from many nations (Acts 2:4–11). The early Church saw this as a sign of the Gospel reaching all peoples.

In the Orthodox tradition, we recognize this miracle, but speaking in tongues — especially as practiced in many charismatic or Pentecostal churches today — is not a regular or encouraged part of our liturgical life. Our services are always celebrated “with understanding,” as Saint Paul urges in 1 Corinthians 14: “If I pray in a tongue, my spirit prays, but my mind is unfruitful... I would rather speak five words with my understanding than ten thousand in a tongue.”

That means the Divine Liturgy and all our prayers are meant to be heard and understood by the faithful. The Church avoids confusion or disorder in worship—our worship is meant to reflect the peace and order of heaven.

God can work in people’s lives in powerful ways. Some Orthodox Christians may have had personal spiritual experiences they describe as “tongues.” Still, the Church does not encourage or incorporate this into its prayer life. Instead, the Orthodox Church focuses on inner prayer—simple, deep prayer from the heart and the fruit of the Holy Spirit—especially humility, love, and repentance—as the true signs of life in the Holy Spirit.

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Opening ourselves to discover our own unique path is a process that takes place with others within the community of beli...
05/27/2026

Opening ourselves to discover our own unique path is a process that takes place with others within the community of believers.

It does not take place with us alone.

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The National YAL Conference Committee is excited to announce the creation of the History of YAL Yearbook for this year’s...
05/22/2026

The National YAL Conference Committee is excited to announce the creation of the History of YAL Yearbook for this year’s National YAL Conference which will take place July 1-5, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio.

This yearbook will serve as a collection of memories from YAL’s past. We hope to bring together wonderful memories from past attendees and prominently display them via a slideshow at our events throughout the weekend. We will accept up to three photos per submission. Please submit your information and photo(s) here. The National YAL Conference Committee is excited to announce the creation of the History of YAL Yearbook for this year’s National YAL Conference which will take place July 1-5, 2026 in Cleveland, Ohio.

Read more at the link in the comments below. Photo courtesy of of YAL.

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