Australia: Saint Demetrius Church in Moonee Ponds celebratedtranslated

With ecclesiastical splendor and with the participation of a large number of believers, the memory of Saint Great Martyr Demetrius of Myroblytos was celebrated in the Holy Church of the same name in the suburb of Moonee Ponds, Victoria. On Sunday, October 25, the High Priestly Vespers was held, while on Monday, October 26, the Orthros and the High Priestly Divine Liturgy, presided over and ministered by the Theophilest Bishop of Chora, Mr. Eumenios.

During his sermons, Theophilus referred to the life and martyrdom of Saint Demetrius, stressing that the value of our lives is not only in what we acquire or achieve, but mainly in the good we offer to others.

He made special reference to the relationship between Saint Demetrius and Saint Nestor, pointing out that even through prison and his personal difficulties, Saint Demetrius continued to support and encourage others. "Everything in our lives does not have to be perfect in order to offer something good to our fellow man," he said.

The Consul General of Greece in Melbourne, Mrs. Dimitra Georgandzoglou, who was celebrating her name day, also attended the High Priestly Divine Liturgy. His Holiness wished her...