Katerini Parents' School holds annual memorial service

The Katerini Parents' School held its annual memorial service for deceased members at the Holy Temple of Saint Catherine on Sunday, October 11. The ceremony, which included the blessing of kollyva in honor of Saint Cosmas of Aetolia, was attended by the school's Board of Directors and local community representatives.

The event is part of the organization's 38th consecutive year of operations. The school is recognized as one of the longest-standing cultural and spiritual institutions in Pieria, focusing on values related to family and society. The proceedings were held under the auspices of the Holy Metropolis of Kition, Katerini, and Platamona, with co-organization from the Regional Unit of Pieria, the Municipality of Katerini, and the Chamber of Pieria.

The 38th academic year (2026-2027) is scheduled to officially commence on Monday, October 12, at the Katerini Municipal Conference Center. The opening event will be dedicated to the late Archbishop of Crete, Irineos Galanakis.