Archbishop Nikitas of Thyateira and Great Britain presided over Matins and celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Archangel Michael in Golders Green, London on Saturday, 14th September 2024, the Feast day of the Elevation of the Holy Cross. During the Divine Liturgy, Dimitrios Mislis was ordained to the Holy Diaconate by the Archbishop. Also serving with the Archbishop were the V. Revd Archimandrite Christodoulos Kokliotis, the Revd Protopresbyter Michael Kouremetis, the Revd Archdeacon George Tsourous, and Revd Deacon Georgios Ntallas.
Dimitrios Mislis expressed deep humility and gratitude for his calling to the priesthood, acknowledging his unworthiness but emphasizing the joy of serving Christ. He reflected on his journey of faith and thanked Archbishop Nikitas, his spiritual guides, and his family, especially his wife Ioanna and their two sons. Dimitrios requested prayers for God’s guidance in his ministry.
In response, Archbishop Nikitas offered paternal counsel to Dimitrios, encouraging him to face challenges with courage and serve with humility in his diaconate ministry. He praised Dimitrios for his virtues of humility and obedience and highlighted the importance of guiding people to the truth of Jesus Christ.
After the Divine Liturgy, the Clergy, Parish Council, and congregation congratulated the new Deacon, followed by a festal reception in the community hall.
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