Timothy of Thessalio: All that has real spiritual value is connected with the grace of Godtranslated

The Most Reverend Metropolitan of Thessaly, Mr. Timotheus, on Friday, October 23, 2026, the holy memory of the holy, glorious and glorious apostle James of Adelfotheos, officiated at the procession of Orthros and celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Holy Church of the Dormition of the Theotokos, Farsala. On the occasion of his name day, he wished the Panosiology Archimandrite Father Iakovos Siakaras, Head of the Holy Church, many and blessed years. During his sermon, he referred to the life and personality of Saint James the Elder, the first Bishop of Jerusalem, highlighting the importance of his testimony for the Church, as well as the timeless messages included in his Catholic Epistle. Through these references, the connection of the apostolic tradition with faith, practical love for fellow man and the daily spiritual struggle of the Christian was illuminated.

Particular emphasis was placed on the designation "Brother God", with which Saint James is honored and which refers to his kinship with the Lord Jesus Christ. This reference is connected to the family of the righteous Joseph, the Mnestor of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and illuminates the importance of...