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Archbishop Elpidophoros visited the Apostolic Nuncio in Washingtontranslated

July 8, 2026 · 1 min read

His Eminence the Archbishop of America, Mr. Elpidophoros, today paid a ceremonial visit to His Excellency Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States, in order to congratulate him and wish him every success in assuming his new diplomatic duties. During their cordial meeting, Archbishop Mr. Elpidophoros wished every success in the ministry of the Apostolic Nuncio and especially in the work of further strengthening the long-standing relations between the Holy See and the Ecumenical Patriarchate. The two Hierarchs reaffirmed the spirit of mutual respect and fraternal cooperation that still characterizes Orthodox and Roman Catholic relations, as well as their shared commitment to Christian witness in the modern world.

In their discussion they also referred to the recent feast of the Holy Apostles Peter and Paul, which highlighted, once again, the close ties between the two Churches. The Archbishop Mr. Elpidophoros referred with special appreciation to the participation of the official delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in the celebrations of the feast of the Church of...

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Nicolas Martin

It’s a visit that’s a pleasure to see. I noted that they spoke again about the feast of Saints Peter and Paul and the delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate; this shows that the links remain concrete. Let us hope that this cooperation continues without too much talk and with simple gestures.

Тимофей Новиков

Nice meeting. It’s nice that the feast of Peter and Paul and the delegation from the Ecumenical Patriarchate were mentioned again - this really shows that connections are not only in words. I hope there will be more joint activities in the future, and not just visits.

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მარიამ მაისურაძე

Looks like a good meeting. I am glad that the feast of Peter and Paul and the delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate were mentioned again - it really shows that the connections are not just words. Hopefully, there will be more work.

Viorica Lungu

Good visit, I liked that they spoke again about the feast of Saints Peter and Paul and the delegation of the Ecumenical Patriarchate. It shows that relationships don't just stay on paper. Let's see if something concrete comes out of them, not just wishes.

Галина Голубева

Good meeting, it’s clear that it’s on business. It’s nice that they again remembered the feast of Peter and Paul and the delegation from the Ecumenical Patriarchate - this really shows that the ties are alive. The main thing is that there should be not only visits, but also real common affairs.

Claire Bernard

Yes, this visit remains very concrete, especially with the mention of the delegation of the Patriarchate to the feasts of Peter and Paul. At home in Lyon, we appreciate these simple gestures rather than big declarations. Let's hope that this translates into real mutual aid on the ground, as for charitable works.