Archbishop of America: We are heartbroken by the collapse of the apartment building on Flatbush Avenue

In the wake of the tragic collapse of an apartment building on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn, Archbishop Elpidophoros of America expressed the profound sorrow and heartfelt prayers of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.

In this solemn message, the Archbishop remembers those who have lost their lives, offers prayers for the healing of the injured and the safe return of those still missing, and extends his deepest gratitude to the first responders and emergency personnel whose courage, dedication, and selfless service continue to bring hope amid this heartbreaking tragedy.

Read below the message of Archbishop Elpidophoros of America: We are heartbroken by the collapse of the apartment building on Flatbush Avenue. We pray for the souls of those who have died. May their memory be eternal. We ask God to heal the injured, and we pray with all our hearts that every one of our neighbors will be found and brought home to their families. Our parishes, especially those in Brooklyn, join us in this prayer.

The women and men of the FDNY, its EMS crews, the NYPD, and every agency at the site have worked through the night and into the rain, searching for any sign of life. They are…