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Vigil at the place of martyrdom of the National Hieromartyr Metropolitan of Grevena Emilianostranslated

July 22, 2026 · 1 min read

On Friday, July 17, 2026 to Saturday, in an atmosphere of deep sorrow and spiritual joy, the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Grevena Mr. David went to the holy place of martyrdom of the National Hieromartyr Metropolitan of Grevena Emilianos, where he held the now established Holy Vigil in memory of the Holy Glorious Martyr Emilianou. Under the starry sky, in the peace and coolness of the forest, the place of martyrdom was subtly illuminated by the small lanterns placed along the path, creating a unique atmosphere of prayer and holy emotion. The natural beauty of the place, combined with the sanctity of the moment, gave the vigil a special character, which touched the hearts of all present.

A multitude of pious believers, despite the night time, flocked to the place of martyrdom, in order to glorify the Triune God, to honor the Holy Martyr Emiliano and to pray reverently to their National Martyr Pastor, the Venerable Metropolitan of Grevena Emiliano, asking for his intercession and embassies to the Lord for the salvation of of their souls, the strengthening of faith and the peace of...

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Ευαγγελία Μιχαηλίδου
Happy birthday to Agios Emilianos. Last year when I also went to the forest, the lanterns on the path really gave a peace that you don't easily find in the city. David did well to keep the Vigil there, it is the natural place of the witness.
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