Timothy of Thessalio: Saint Artemios, despite the high positions he held, did not deny his faithtranslated

On Tuesday, October 20, 2026, the holy memory of the Saint Great Martyr Artemios, patron of the Greek Police Corps, as well as Saint Gerasimos of Kefallinia and Saint Matron of Chiopolitis, His Eminence the Metropolitan of Thessaly, Mr. Timotheus celebrated the Divine Liturgy in the Holy Metropolitan Church of Saints Konstantinou and Eleni Karditsis. Afterwards, he presided over the official Doxology on the feast of Saint Artemios, in the presence of representatives of the local authorities and officers of the Greek Police, who came to honor their patron Saint and participate in the festive event.

During his speech, Metropolitan Mr. Timotheus expressed his warm thanks to the officers of the Hellenic Police for the important work they do and the effort they make every day, both in our region and throughout our country. He acknowledged their contribution and wished God to strengthen and guide them in fulfilling their mission.

In particular, he wished that the Grace of God would support their service and strengthen them in the work they have undertaken, so that it will always be tested and beneficial, for the benefit of...