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Meeting of the Patriarch of Jerusalem with Major General Ioannis Korrestranslated

September 3, 2026 · 1 min read

Yesterday, Wednesday, September 2, His Beatitude the Patriarch of Jerusalem had a meeting with the Director of the 4th Branch of GEETHA Major General Ioannis Korres. Theophilus. His Beatitude received Major General Korre, who was accompanied by his colleagues and members of the delegation of the Greek Consulate General in Jerusalem, and they discussed the work carried out by the Patriarchate.

The announcement of the Chief Secretariat in detail:

On Tuesday, August 20 / September 2, 2026, our Blessed Father and Patriarch of Jerusalem, Mr. Theofilos received the Director of the 4th Branch of GETHA, Lieutenant General Ioannis Korre, accompanied by his colleagues and the representative of the Greek Consulate General in Jerusalem, Annis Mantika.

His Beatitude spoke to the diplomatic representatives of Greece regarding the work carried out by the Patriarchate, by virtue of the Cross and the Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, centered on Jerusalem, which has been soaked in His blood.

On this visit, Lieutenant General Korres presented His Beatitude with the emblem of AGEETHA, and His Beatitude presented him with the medal cut by the Patriarchate on the anniversary of the year 2000...

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Paula López

Qué interesante la visita del general Korré con la gente del consulado griego. Me llamó la atención que le entregaron el emblema del AΓΕΕΘΑ y el Patriarca le dio la medalla de los 2000 años. Ojalá sigan apoyando el trabajo del Patriarcado en Jerusalén, que tanto necesita.

Анастасия Волкова

Интересно, что генерал Коррэ передал эмблему АГЕЕΘΑ, а Патриарх ответил медалью к 2000-летию. Видно, что греческое консульство в Иерусалиме держит связь с Патриархатом. Хорошо, если это поможет сохранять святые места, особенно сейчас.

Антон Комаров

It is interesting that General Corre presented the AGEEΘΑ emblem, and not just a gift. The Patriarch responded by giving a medal for the 2000th anniversary - it is clear that both sides value the long relationship. A good thing, as long as it helps the Patriarchate keep holy places in order.

Роман Зайцев

Yes, the exchange of symbols was mutual and respectful. The 2000th anniversary medal is a memorable thing, especially when it is awarded in Jerusalem. I wonder if Anna Mantika often attends such meetings from the consulate?

Георгий Волков

Yes, the exchange turned out to be worthy. The main thing is that the Patriarch was able to talk about the real work around the Holy Sepulcher and the Cross. I wonder if this Anna Mantika from the consulate often comes to the church for services, or only on such official occasions?

Вера Новикова

It is interesting that the AGEEΘΑ emblem was chosen - it is truly a sign of respect for a long relationship. In Yaroslavl, after such meetings, we often remember how Greek pilgrims helped our churches back in the 19th century. I hope there will continue to be mutual support so that the shrines remain in good hands.

Григорий Голубев

Yes, the exchange really turned out to be worthy. The 2000th anniversary medal is not just a souvenir; it is rarely awarded in Jerusalem. But I have already seen Anna Mantika at such meetings a couple of times; she usually comes when it comes to the Greek diaspora or pilgrims.