Monk Parthenios Xenophon Nikolopoulos in I.M. Assumption of the Theotokos Kryonerios of Iliatranslated

In an atmosphere of deep sorrow, emotion and spiritual joy, the lonely haircut of Xenophon Nikolopoulos, originally from Savalia, took place on the afternoon of Sunday, October 11, 2026, in the Holy Monastery of the Assumption of the Virgin Kryonerio Ilia. The sacrament of the haircut was performed by the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Ilia Mr. Athanasios, while the new monk received the monastic name Parthenios.

A special spiritual moment for the local community ​The procession attracted a crowd of believers, relatives and friends, who rushed to Kryoneri to attend this important event.

Those present, clearly moved by the dedication of their good young man to the solitary life, reverently watched the sacred ceremonies. Immediately after the end of the ceremony and the established "two wishes", a long line was formed so that everyone could personally express their warmest wishes to the new monk.

Hospitality and blessings ​The attendees had the opportunity to pass by to wish and receive the blessing from the welcoming monastery.

​The resounding "WORTHY!" resounded solemnly, accompanying the monk Parthenios in his first steps on the path of the spiritual ascetic life.…