Archons honored Dr. Nicholas Loutsion with 2026 Bouras Award

Dr. Nicholas G. Loutsion received the 2026 Nicholas J. Bouras Award for Extraordinary Archon Stewardship during a ceremony organized by the Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate at the New York Hilton Midtown on October 16.

The award recognizes his longstanding service to the Church and the Ecumenical Patriarchate. Loutsion, an equine veterinarian, also serves as the first chanter at All Saints Greek Orthodox Church in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania.

National Commander Dr. Anthony J. Limberakis recalled the legacy of the late Nicholas J. Bouras, whose philanthropic contributions included providing steel for the construction of numerous churches across the United States.

National Vice Commander B. Theodore Bozonelis praised Loutsion for his dedication, noting that he had offered “extraordinary time, talent and treasure” in service to the Church.

The honoree’s daughters, Alyssa Loutsion Kyritsis and opera singer Alexandra Loutsion, also addressed the gathering, highlighting their father’s commitment to Orthodox faith, Greek heritage and church music.

In his acceptance speech, Loutsion thanked his wife, Susan, for her support and dedicated the award to the memory of his late…