On September 29th 2018, the Metropolis of Atlanta will be blessed to receive the miraculous Panagia Vimatarissa icon from the Monastery of Vatopaidi. This rare and joyous occasion will take the form of a procession with the icon of the Theotokos into our new Panagia Chapel, led by His Eminence, the Monks of Vatopaidi, the clergy of the Metropolis. Together, we will all have the opportunity to venerate the miraculous icon of our Lady.

Metropolis of Atlanta active and retired clergy are invited to join us for our fall retreat, Thursday - Saturday, September 27-29 at the Diakonia Retreat Center. On Saturday, we all will participate in the Arrival of the Miraculous Panagia Vimatarissa Icon to Panagia Chapel.

His Grace Bishop Iacovos of Catania, who served in what would eventually be known as the Metropolis of Atlanta, has fallen asleep in the Lord. His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios, will preside over the funeral service on Monday, June 25th at St. Nicholas Cathedral in Tarpon Springs, following the Divine Liturgy at 9 AM. To read His Eminence's remarks on the life and legacy of this blessed Hierarch, click this item for more.

Organized under the Auspices of His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, the 2nd International Conference on Digital Media and Pastoral Care begins June 18th. The theme this year is, "The Digital World as a Sphere for the Reiteration of Pentecost and the 'living word" of Saint Paul the Apostle." Updated with Metropolis of Atlanta presentations.

The 2nd Annual Retreat of Holy Unmercenaries Medical Society (HUMS) took place May 11-13, 2018 at the Diakonia Center in Salem, SC. Retreat Leader was Dr. Gayle Woloschak addressing the theme "The Intersection of Faith, Technology, and the Healing Arts".

The St. Photios Foundation, Inc. invites the public to participate in activities celebrating the 250th anniversary of the first permanent settlement of Greeks in America.  Activities are planned at 6:00 p.m. from Tuesday, May 15- Saturday, May 19th.  Please visit www.stphotios.org for a full list of activities.

On May 4, 2018, Elaine Allen, Chairman of the Standing Audit Committee of the Archdiocesan Council, of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, announced the substantial completion of Phase 1 of the St. Nicholas Special Investigative Committee’ s (SIC) investigation into the management and finances of the St. Nicholas Church and National Shrine project.

His Eminence and several Metropolis Clergy received an official State proclamation for Greek Independence Day 2018. Click here for more photos.

Click here for photos and video of the blessing of the foundation of the new church of Ss. Raphael, Nicholas and Irene in Palm Harbor, FL.

In addition to Metropolitan Alexios' announcements on the ministries and new programs of our Metropolis, His Eminence has invited Louis Kircos, Chairman of the Archdiocese Finance Committee to share the financial situation and progress of the Archdiocese. Louis is looking forward to visiting us and answering questions from participants. Mike Missions, Chair of the Metropolis Finance Committee will oversee an hour-long question and answer session on the Archdiocese Allocation process to assist our parishes. Other topics feature updates on the Archdiocese Youth Protection Act, Youth, Education, and Culture ministries, Strategic Plan, and our Metropolis' involvement with the Lilly Endowments National Initiative to Address Economic Challenges Facing Pastoral Leaders. All Clergy and Parish Council members of our parishes are asked to attend.

His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios has selected St. John the Divine Church in Jacksonville, FL to host the 2019 Metropolis of Atlanta Clergy Laity Assembly, Philoptochos & Southeastern Choir Federation Conferences. The dates are June 19-22, 2019. Please mark your calendars and reserve these dates so that your parish can plan ahead to send its delegates. More information will be forthcoming later this year.

His Eminence Archbishop Demetrios of America awarded the Gold Medal of Saint Barnabas, the founder of the Church of Cyprus.

See photos from the 36th St. Photios Shrine Weekend

Our 2018 Archangel Michael Feast & Honors Banquet will be Saturday, November 10th at 6:00 p.m. The following day, His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios will preside at the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy at Annunciation Cathedral. Honorees and their families and guests can reserve hotel space at the discounted rate of $92. Special rate expires on October 26, 2018. Parishes are reminded not to schedule conflicting events that would prevent your honorees from traveling to Atlanta to be part of this special weekend.

The 2019 National Ministries Allocation Form has been mailed and emailed to all Parish Clergy, Parish Council Presidents and Treasurers. Instructions, Form and Manual can download be viewed and downloaded from Parish Administration Website. The deadline for the signed Allocation Form and accompanying Financial Statements receipt as well as Excel format file receipt is April 1, 2018.

Fr. David Drucker, OCMC, shared an update from Kodiak, Alaska, following the 7.9 magnitude quake off the Alaska coast. Glory to God for His mercy. Let us join together in prayer for the safety and peace of mind of all those who experienced this event.

Metropolitan Alexios and fellow pilgrims visit Zacchaeus Sycamore Tree & Monastery of St Elisseos, as well as Monastery of the 12 Apostles in Tiberias

All Metropolis of Atlanta women are encouraged to join us for our annual spring retreat at the Diakonia Retreat Center. "Reaching IN to Reach OUT: Preparing Our Lives for Philanthropy" is this year's spiritual theme. Presenter is Fr. Mark Leondis, Proistamenos of St. Mark Greek Orthodox Church, Boca Raton, FL.

His Eminence Metropolitan Alexios and fellow pilgrims arrived safely in Amman, Jordan and began their visit at the site of Jesus' Baptismal site (Jordan side).

Important dates for upcoming Presidents Meeting, Metropolis Council Meetings, Clergy Retreats, Second Thyranoixia at Panagia Chapel at DRC, and Archangel Michael Honors Weekend. Note: Spring Clergy Retreat has been cancelled and Second Thyranoixia at Panagia Chapel has been re-scheduled to early October as noted.