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Inauguration of a church by Nathanael of Argyrokastro in Dibri, Municipality of Phoenicetranslated

August 17, 2026 · 1 min read

With the blessing of God, the Metropolitan of Argyrokastro, Mr. Nathanael, performed the Consecration Service of the Holy Church of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, in the village of Dibri in the Municipality of Phoenice. The Mass was held in the presence of a large number of believers, who participated with spiritual joy in this important event for the life of the local community.

During his sermon, Metropolitan Nathanael referred to the meaning of the feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, emphasizing the importance of this great day for the Church. He spoke about the role of the Theotokos in the life of the Church and for all humanity, as Mother of the Lord and Mother of all believers, who, with her love and embassies, is always close to man.

The Metropolitan invited the faithful, following the example of the Blessed Virgin Mary, to live with faith, humility, love and devotion to God, always asking for her intercession and protection.

The Inauguration of the Holy Church is a special event for the community of Dibri, giving yet another testimony of the continuity of the liturgical and spiritual life of the faithful of the village.

In the end, the Metropolitan…

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