The educational event titled “From Otherness to Inclusion” took place on Monday, October 28, 2024, at the Great Synod Hall of the School.
The event received the esteemed blessing and was held under the auspices of Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew. It was co-organized by the Patriarchal Institute of Patristic Studies in collaboration with various other educational institutions.
Bishop Kassianos of Aravissos, the Abbot, delivered the opening address, discussing the themes of otherness and inclusion within the context of the Halki School of Theology. He also expressed his pleasure at the continued successful collaboration between the School and the Patriarchal Institute, as demonstrated by the organization of this educational initiative for the third consecutive year. Ioanna Kliari, Director of Educational Programs at the Institute, was also present at the event.
The event featured presentations and remarks by participants, including Spyridon Doukakis, President of the Institute of Educational Policy, as well as representatives from the educational and academic community, and various organizations and associations. Following the presentations, participants had the opportunity to visit the Chapel of the Holy Trinity, the historic classrooms, and the renowned library of the school. The “Dominikos Theotokopoulos” Choir from Heraklion, Crete, performed an ode composed by I. Tagis to commemorate the inauguration of the School’s building, as this year’s event was dedicated to celebrating the 180th anniversary of the founding of Halki Theological School.
Translated by Ioanna Georgakopoulou
