Diocese of Chora: Splendid Feast Day celebrations at the Church of Saint Dimitrios in Moonee Ponds

The feast day of the Holy Great Martyr Dimitrios the Myrrh-streamer was celebrated with ecclesiastical splendour and the participation of a large gathering of faithful at the church dedicated to the Saint in the Melbourne suburb of Moonee Ponds, Victoria.

On Sunday, 25 October, the Great Hierarchical Vespers was celebrated, while on Monday, 26 October, Matins and the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy were celebrated, with Bishop Evmenios of Chora presiding and officiating.

In his homilies, Bishop Evmenios reflected upon the life and martyrdom of Saint Dimitrios, emphasising that the value of our lives is found not only in what we acquire or achieve, but above all in the good we offer to others.

He made particular reference to the relationship between Saint Dimitrios and Saint Nestor, pointing out that even while imprisoned and facing his own personal hardships, Saint Dimitrios continued to support and encourage others.

“Not everything in our lives needs to be perfect for us to offer something good to our fellow human beings,” he remarked.

Also present at the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy was the Consul-General of Greece in Melbourne, Ms Dimitra Georgantzoglou, who was…