Alexandroupoli: The feast of Saint Euplos, the "sailing" and the Thracian captain Domna Visvizitranslated

On the evening of Monday, August 10, 2026, the eve of the feast of the Holy Martyr Euplos the Deacon, the Solemn High Priestly Vespers was celebrated in the chapel of the same name, in the port of Alexandroupolis, with the participation of a large number of believers. The solemn service was attended by the Metropolitan of Alexandroupolis, Mr. Anthimos, and the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Ankara, Mr. Grigorios, who was in Alexandroupolis and was received with special joy and love by our local Church. As mentioned, the participation of the people was great, including the Mayor of the city, Mr. Ioannis Zamboukis, as well as representatives of local authorities and agencies.

Before giving the floor to the Metropolitan of Ankara, Metropolitan Mr. Anthimos referred to the important ministry performed by His Holiness Mr. Grigorios in the historical province of Ankara. He spoke about his effort to gather the Orthodox of the region and organize Divine Liturgies, worship gatherings and cultural events, acting as a spiritual father in a place with a deep historical memory for Hellenism and Orthodoxy.

At the same time, the Metropolitan of Alexandroupolis referred to the old spiritual...