Establishment of Hierarchical Regions and appointment of Hierarchical Commissioners in the Archdiocese of Canadatranslated

In the context of the first Priestly Synod, which took place under the presidency of the Most Reverend Archbishop of Canada Mr. Apostolos, the establishment of Priestly Regions and the appointment of Priestly Commissioners throughout the Canadian territory were announced. This important initiative aims at the more effective organization of church administration, the strengthening of pastoral ministry, the cultivation of a spirit of cooperation between the parishes and the establishment of more direct and meaningful communication between the local church communities and the Holy Archdiocese of Canada.

Presenting the new administrative and pastoral structure, His Eminence underlined that the Archpriestly Commissioners will be his local representatives, acting within the limits of the powers assigned to them and always in close cooperation with the Holy Archdiocese. He placed special emphasis on the need for regular communication with the Archbishop's Office, timely information on the issues that concern the parishes, as well as coordinated treatment of the pastoral, administrative and operational needs of the church communities.

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