With Prayer and a Legacy – Archbishop Sotirios of Canada Takes His Leave

With Prayer and a Legacy – Archbishop Sotirios of Canada Takes His Leave

TORONTO – In a deeply personal address marked by prayer, self-examination, and concern for the future of the Church and Hellenism in Canada, Archbishop Sotirios of Canada effectively bid farewell to the faithful he served for more than half-a-century. His resignation took effect on July 21, bringing to a close 52 years of episcopal ministry in Canada. The Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in Constantinople convened on July 22 …

Promotion Instead of Accountability: Apostolos Chosen to Lead Canada

ΕΑΝ ΠΡΟΤΙΜΑΤΕ ΕΛΛΗΝΙΚΑ ΠΑΤΗΣΤΕ ΤΗ ΣΗΜΑΙΑ ΣΤΟ ΚΑΤΩ ΜΕΡΟΣ ΤΗΣ ΟΘΟΝΗΣ Bartholomew has elected Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey as the new Archbishop of Canada despite years of controversy surrounding his rise through the ecclesiastical ranks. For many observers, the appointment raises fresh questions about accountability, transparency, and the criteria by which Orthodox hierarchs are promoted. By Helleniscope’s Editorial Team The election of Me…

Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey elected as the new Archbishop of Canada | Orthodox Times (en)

The Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, under the presidency of the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, today, Wednesday, July 22, 2026, elected Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey as the new Archbishop of Canada. The election took place at the Patriarchal Church of Saint George in the Phanar, where the members of the Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate convened in session. BIOGRAPHY Metropolitan Apostolos of Ne…