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 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.

This year's theme is "Remember me, O Lord, in Your Kingdom." Registration opens at 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Bible Bowl Prelims tonight will feature nearly 40 teams from our Metropolis parishes. Best wishes to all our GOYA participants.

Click the link to read His All-Holiness Patriarch Bartholomew's hopeful and timely message concerning the Incarnation of our Lord

Click to read the release from the Archdiocese on the suspension of construction at St. Nicholas Shrine and its commitment to resume building soon.