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The Archdiocese Archives | Orthodox Observer

Detroit celebrates 24th Annual Greek Independence Day Parade
Fri, 08 May 2026On Sunday May 3, 2026 the Greek Orthodox communities of Detroit, shepherded by His Eminence Metropolitan Nicholas of Detroit, gathered in the historic “Greek Town” neighborhood to celebrate the 24th...

A pastoral reflection on human trafficking and the Church
Wed, 06 May 2026Over the past two years, I have traveled extensively, speaking at parishes throughout the United States and abroad. Through the course of this work, I have come to know with...

How Orthodox monasticism has shaped America’s spiritual landscape
Wed, 06 May 2026While having come into full fruition in the 20th and 21st centuries, the Orthodox monastic movement in North America has nevertheless, deep roots as it continues to support and accompany...

How a Sunday School became a sanctuary for children with disabilities
Tue, 05 May 2026Every Sunday morning at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in Des Plaines, IL, a small group of children gather in a classroom. The room, intentionally quiet and calm,...

Apostolic Mission to the African Diaspora launches newsletter
Thu, 30 Apr 2026The Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America is overjoyed to announce the official launch of the Apostolic Anchor, the premier newsletter of the Apostolic Mission to the African Diaspora in the...
The Archdiocese Archives | Orthodox Observer

Detroit celebrates 24th Annual Greek Independence Day Parade
On Sunday May 3, 2026 the Greek Orthodox communities of Detroit, shepherded by His Eminence...
A pastoral reflection on human trafficking and the Church
Over the past two years, I have traveled extensively, speaking at parishes throughout the United...

How Orthodox monasticism has shaped America’s spiritual landscape
While having come into full fruition in the 20th and 21st centuries, the Orthodox monastic...

