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Message of spiritual support from the Metropolitan of Kifissia for the new school yeartranslated

September 10, 2026 · 1 min read

On the occasion of the start of the new school year 2026-2027, the Metropolitan of Kifissia, Amarousiou, Oropou and Marathon Mr. Kyrillos addresses a message to the students, acknowledging the demands and pressure of everyday school life. As he notes, school assignments are often "full of anxiety, stress, fear that you won't succeed". His Holiness calls the children not to be alone in the face of difficulties, but "to talk about what concerns you" and to listen to those who really care about them. At the same time, he urges them not to be disappointed and to persevere, emphasizing: "Don't be disappointed, don't give up" and "it doesn't matter how many times you lose, but how many times you try again!".

In closing, he emphasizes that the new school year will bring both difficulties and successes and reminds that "He who tries is always rewarded". At the same time, he expresses his spiritual support to the students, assuring: "I will pray for you", so that Christ gives them strength and helps them achieve "all the goals that are for your good".

In detail, the message of the Metropolitan of Kifissia, Amarousios Oropos and Marathon...

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