Church of Greece accepts Metropolitan of Mithymna’s resignation, reports nearly €125 million in charitable work

The Standing Holy Synod of the Church of Greece unanimously accepted the resignation of Metropolitan Chrysostomos of Mithymna on Monday, October 12, 2026, citing his advanced age.

The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by Archbishop Ieronymos of Athens and All Greece, as part of the 170th Synodal Period.

The Synod expressed its appreciation and gratitude to Metropolitan Chrysostomos for his many years of service to the Church.

Nearly €125 Million Allocated to Charitable Activities in 2025 During the meeting, the Standing Holy Synod also reviewed the report on the charitable activities of the Holy Archdiocese of Athens and the Metropolises of the Church of Greece for 2025.

According to figures presented by the Synodal Committee for Social Welfare and Philanthropy, the Church allocated a total of €124,953,950.96 to charitable activities during the year, while also distributing 2,211,456 kilograms of food.

In comparison, charitable expenditure in 2024 amounted to €127,703,929.57, alongside the distribution of 2,728,534.51 kilograms of food.

A total of 4,325 Church-run charitable facilities and programs operated in 2025, supported by 16,188 volunteers.

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