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Visits of Patriarch Theodore II to Greece

Overview

Patriarch Theodore II, the Pope and Patriarch of Alexandria and All Africa, conducted a series of religious and official visits across Greece in late August and early September 2026.

The visits began in Chios, where the Patriarch participated in a multi-day program including Patriarchal Divine Liturgies, visits to religious monuments such as the Holy Shrine of the Early Christian Basilica of Agios Isidoros, and attendance at the Chios Festival. He was received by Metropolitan Markos and regional authorities.

Following these events, the Patriarch traveled to the Peloponnese region. During a series of ceremonies at the Holy Monastery of Panagia Yiatrissa of Taygetos, he was officially named an Honorary Citizen of East Mani by the local Municipality and Municipal Council. Peloponnese Regional Governor Dimitris Ptochos attended the recognition, stating the honor celebrates the Patriarch’s dedication to faith and service.

Entities

Theodore II · Patriarchate of Alexandria · Metropolis of Chios, Psara and Oinousses · Chios · East Mani

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Patriarch Theodore II named Honorary Citizen of East Mani

    Patriarch Theodore II of Alexandria has been named an Honorary Citizen of East Mani following religious ceremonies and official visits in Areopoli, Greece.

  2. 15 days ago

    [CULTURE] 4 sources
    Patriarch Theodore II arrives in Chios for religious and cultural visit

    Patriarch Theodore II of Alexandria has arrived in Chios for a multi-day visit involving religious services, cultural events, and participation in the Chios Festival.

Sources

chiosnews.com · messinialive.gr · notospress.gr · onvolos.gr · orthodoxtimes.gr · parapolitika.gr