Ohrid Archdiocese sends condolences to Jerusalem Patriarchate and congratulates Ecumenical Patriarch

The Holy Synod of Bishops of the Ohrid Archdiocese sent a message of condolence to Patriarch Theophilos III of Jerusalem following the deadly terrorist attack against Christians gathered for prayer in Jordan.

During its regular meeting on Thursday, October 29, 2026, the Synod also congratulated Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew on the 35th anniversary of his election to the Ecumenical Throne.

In its congratulatory message, the Synod prayerfully wished Patriarch Bartholomew good health, peaceful days, and many more years of fruitful service to the Church of Christ.

Expressing its sorrow over the terrorist attack in Jordan, the Synod offered prayers for the victims, the injured, and their families.

“We pray to the All-Merciful God to grant rest to the souls of His departed children in the dwellings of the righteous, swift healing to the injured, and spiritual comfort and strength to their families,” the condolence message stated.

According to the Office of the Holy Synod, the bishops also discussed matters concerning ecclesiastical life, educational institutions, and developments within the local Orthodox Churches.

The decisions were announced following the Synod’s…