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The album for the Holy Church of Agios Nikolaos Horeftos Pelion to Metropolitan Dimitriadostranslated

July 20, 2026 · 1 min read

Mrs. Ioanna Chrysochou-Gibault was received in his office, today, July 20, by the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Dimitrias, Mr. Ignatios. During the meeting, Mrs. Chrysochou-Gibault handed over to His Eminence the recent bilingual publication entitled "The Church of Agios Nikolaos in Horeftos Pelion - The monument and the work of its restoration", which was published by Dimitriados Publications, within the publishing activity of the Academy of Theological Studies of Volos, and presents the history of the historic church, as well as its significant work its rescue, restoration and promotion. The publication also includes a foreword by His Eminence, who expresses the warm thanks of the Local Church to Mrs. Ioanna Chrysochou-Gibault, who was the inspiration and main helper of the restoration project of the Holy Church, pointing out that her love for her place of origin turned into a great act of giving, thanks to which an important ecclesiastical and cultural asset was saved and highlighted monument of Pelion.

For his part, His Eminence congratulated Mrs. Chrysochou-Gibault on the completion of the publication, which is a valuable legacy for the…

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Miguel Martínez

How nice that Mrs. Joanna was able to save and restore the church of her land. The book with the prologue of Metropolitan Ignatius should remain as a good memory of all the effort. I hope we can see him one day in the parish.

Nicolás García

Yes, I agree with you, Miguel. Metropolitan Ignacio's prologue is a nice detail that recognizes Mrs. Joanna's affection for her roots in Pelion. I hope they bring a copy to the parish to look through after mass, it would be interesting to see the photos from before and after the restoration.

Sergio Fernández

Yes, before and after photos are always impressive, especially in a church as old as that of San Nicolás in Choreftó. I also hope that they bring some copies to the parish; It would be good to be able to see it after Sunday mass and discuss it with those who know Pelion. Have you ever been to that area, Nicolás?

Pablo Romero

It's true, Nicolás, that prologue by Metropolitan Ignacio is very sincere. I would like to see the old photos of the ceiling, because my husband told me that the church was almost in ruins a few years ago. Do you know if the book has plans or just images?

Elena García

Yes, the before and after photos are the ones I like the most, Sergio. I was especially impressed by how they saved the frescoes that seemed lost. I have never been to Pelion, but after reading the book it makes me want to plan a hike there one summer. Do you know any other town in the area that is worth it?

Paula López

The same thing happens to me with the photos of the frescoes, Elena, they seem miraculous after so much deterioration. I went to Makrinitsa once years ago and I really liked the walk to the monastery, although the path is a bit steep. Have you tried the recipe for baked apples with cinnamon that was published in the parish bulletin? They are perfect to take as a snack on a walk.