Double spiritual anniversary at the Holy Monastery of Panagia Elonatranslated

The anniversary of the finding and return of the miraculous Holy Icon and the completion of two years since the election of the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Mantineia and Kynouria Mr. Epiphanios In an atmosphere of deep emotion, spiritual joy and gratitude to the Most Holy Theotokos, Sunday, October 4, 2026, in the historic and ancient Holy Monastery of Panagia Elona, a day with double and special symbolism for the Holy Metropolis of Mantineia and Kynouria was celebrated on Sunday, October 4, 2026: the anniversary of the finding and return of the miraculous Holy Icon of Panagia Elona, after the sacrilegious theft of it, and at the same time the completion of two years since the election of the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Mantineia and Kynouria etc. Epiphanio on the historic throne of the local Church.

During this solemn day, the Orthros and the High Priestly Divine Liturgy were celebrated, officiated by the Most Reverend Pastor Mr. Epiphanios, while the Most Reverend Bishop of Tegea, Mr. Theoklitos, President of the Administrative Committee of the Holy Monastery, was present as a co-prayer.

A large number of believers and pilgrims from Kynouria, Arcadia, Laconia and other regions came to the Holy Monastery, along with representatives of the State, the...