The Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew was recently honored during his official visit to the Greek island of Lefkada. A ceremony held at the city hall proclaimed him as an honorary citizen of Lefkada.
During his visit, Patriarch Bartholomew participated in various events, including blessing the faithful during the procession of the Holy Icon of Panagia Faneromeni. He also presided over a festive Divine Liturgy at the Monastery of Panagia Faneromeni, where he planted an olive tree alongside Metropolitan Theophilos of Lefkada.
In a touching moment, the Patriarch visited the cemetery of Lefkada, paying his respects to the late Metropolitans Dorotheos and Nikiforos. He also made a stop in the village square of Lazarata before heading to the Holy Monastery of St. John the Baptist in Livadi, Karya.
During his visit, Patriarch Bartholomew spoke about the relationship between the Patriarchate and other churches, as well as his hometown of Imbros. The visit culminated in his recognition as an honorary citizen of Lefkada.
Watch the video from the award ceremony of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew as Honorary Citizen of Lefkada:
Photos and article: ilefkada.gr / Translated by: Konstantinos Menyktas
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