The Theological School of Athens honored its graduate, Saint Nektariostranslated

On Monday, November 9, 2026, the commemoration of Saint Nektarios, Metropolitan of Pentapolis and graduate (prolyte) of the Athens Theological School was held in the Holy Chapel of St. Paul the Apostle of the Theological School of the National and Kapodistrian University of Athens (EKPA). In the context of the celebration, the student of the Department of Theology and graduate of Physical Education, Mrs. Nektaria Kontaxaki, delivered a sermon during the Divine Liturgy.

The speech was held in the context of the 3rd semester course "History of Christian Preaching", with the theme: "Be holy, for I am holy": Saint Nektarios, an example of holiness in our lives.

The speech focused on the spiritual message of holiness and its experiential approach in modern times, with reference to the life, teaching and example of Saint Nektarios.

This year's celebration takes on special significance, as October 2026 marks the 180th anniversary of the birth of Saint Nektarios (1846–2026).

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