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In Caterine, the Hierarchal Archontariki – At the Heart of Orthodox Mission Work in Tanzaniatranslated

September 22, 2026 · 1 min read

On Monday evening, September 21st, a large crowd gathered at the family center "Pierida" in Caterine for the Hierarchal Archontariki organized by the Hierarchal Shelter Saint Dionysios en Olympus.

CATERINE – Photo Report: Raphael Georgiadis, ope.gr

The event was an opportunity to inform and sensitize about Orthodox mission work, with particular emphasis on the efforts being made in Tanzania, as well as the ongoing needs.

The Beginning of the Event The event was opened by Abbot Maximus, Archimandrite of the Holy Monastery Saint Dionysios en Olympus, who welcomed the attendees and spoke about the importance of Hierarchal work and the practical support of the Church's work.

Following this, the homily was given by Abbot Ephraim, Superior of the Great Monastery of Vatopedi Saint Egoria. He addressed the theme "Longing for Christ."

Through his sermon, he spoke about the relationship between man and Christ and the importance of spiritual seeking, giving the event a strong spiritual character.

The Image of Hierarchal Work in Tanzania Special interest was shown in the…

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Matthew Thomas

Thanks for sharing the article. I liked that Fr. Ephraim spoke on “Πόθος Χριστού” — it really ties the spiritual side straight to the mission work in Tanzania instead of just talking about projects. Makes me want to look up what exactly they’re building over there right now.

Samuel Collins

Yeah, that bit where Fr Ephraim tied “Πόθος Χριστού” straight into the Tanzania work stood out to me too. I remember reading last year they were still short on funds for the new school dorms near Dodoma. Anyone know if that got finished?

Илья Морозов

It is interesting that it was on “Πόθος Χριστού” that Elder Ephraim placed emphasis. In our Sunday school we were just recently talking to the children about how faith is not in words, but in deeds. And in Tanzania, apparently, the issue of a dormitory for a school near Dodoma has not yet been fully resolved? Maybe someone knows whether the required amount has already been collected.

Matthew Scott

That part about Fr. Ephraim tying “Πόθος Χριστού” right into the Tanzania mission hit home. Same idea my priest keeps saying — faith shows up in what you actually do, not just talk. Anybody know if they finished those school dorms near Dodoma yet?

Sophia Johnson

I agree, connecting the spiritual longing for Christ to the Tanzania mission gives it real depth instead of just listing wells or schools. They’re focusing on building a new orphanage and expanding the medical clinic near Dodoma from what I read last month. Have you found any recent updates on it?

Thomas Johnson

Yes, that connection between the longing for Christ and the practical work in Tanzania does give it more weight. The new orphanage near Dodoma sounds like a solid step; last I heard they were still short on beds and basic supplies. Have you come across any figures on how many children they’re hoping to take in?