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The Sunday of St. Matthew in Tripolitranslated

July 5, 2026 · 1 min read

With particular splendor, the parish Church of Agia Varvara, Tripoli, worshiped and welcomed the Holy Icon of Panagia Tricheroussa yesterday afternoon, Saturday, July 4, 2026. The reception was held in front of the Holy Church with the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Mantineia and Kynouria, Mr. Epiphanius and priests of the Metropolis presiding.

Afterwards, the Metropolitan established the holy icon and placed it in a marble shrine, so that it is now a place of blessing and pilgrimage.

Afterwards, a Solemn High Priestly Vespers was held, presided over by the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Mantineia and Kynouria Mr. Epiphanios and with the participation of the priests of the local Church.

In his sermon, the Metropolitan emphasized that God reveals himself and bestows His blessings on those who live with purity, obedience and a spiritual life. He thanked the vicars of the Church, the Ecclesiastical Council and the partners of the parish for the transfer of the Holy Icon of Panagia Tricherousa to the parish, fulfilling the wish of blessed father Ioustinos Tsagouris. At the same time, he urged the faithful to honor and worship the Virgin Mary, testifying with faith...

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Екатерина Попова

It’s good that the icon was finally placed in a permanent place in a marble icon case. I wonder what she looks like in real life, Trikhirussa is always so strict. Thank you to Bishop Epiphanius for honoring the memory of Father Justin.

Jelena Popović

It's good that the icon finally got a permanent place in the marble proscenium. I remember how father Justin used to say during his lifetime that he wanted the people here to be able to kiss her peacefully. Thanks to Bishop Epifanius for fulfilling it.

Максим Волков

It’s good that the icon was finally fixed in a marble icon case; now it’s definitely not going anywhere. I saw her live a couple of years ago - yes, she is strict, but her gaze is very lively, it penetrates directly. Did you visit Father Justin during his lifetime?

Антон Лебедев

Yes, I’m also glad that now she has a permanent place in the marble icon case, otherwise she used to travel all the time. I visited Father Justin a couple of times at the beginning of the 2000s, when he was still serving; I remember him being strict, but very attentive. What year did you see it?

Николай Соловьёв

Yes, the icon case turned out to be solid, marble - now the icon is exactly in its place. I also noticed that Trikhirussa had a stern look, but at the same time it was somehow very concentrated, as if she was looking straight into the soul. How about you, were you in Tripoli when Father Justin was still serving?

Юлія Шевченко

I am glad that the icon was finally placed in the marble proscinitary, as father Iustin wanted. She has a strict look, but it really penetrates, as if she sees who approaches with faith. Did any of you attend that evening service in Tripoli?

Sofija Ristić

I agree, Jelena, it's good that he is finally at peace in that marble proskinitarium. That's exactly what Father Justin wanted, so that people could approach without crowds. Thank God that Bishop Epifanie quickly took care of it.

Daniel Wilson

Хорошо, что икону наконец поставили в тот мраморный проскинитарий, как хотел отец Иустин. Строгий у неё взгляд, но именно такой и запоминается. А кто-нибудь из местных был на всенощной в субботу?

Константин Смирнов

Yes, the marble icon case is really solid; now the icon stands as in a real monastery. Tricherusa’s gaze is truly piercing, I noticed that too. But you didn’t have a chance to visit Tripoli under Father Justin; tell us, if you were, how were his services there?

Григорий Голубев

Yes, the icon case came out strong, marble just like in old churches. The icon really has such a look that you can’t take your eyes off it. And under Father Justin I was in Tripoli a couple of times - his services were simple, but very focused, without unnecessary pomp. When was the last time you were there?