Consecration and awarding of degrees at the School of Byzantine Music of I.M. Trikkistranslated

On the afternoon of Thursday, October 1, 2026, in the Holy Church of Saints Constantine and Helen of Trikala, the Consecration Service was held for the start of the new academic year 2026-2027 of the School of Byzantine Music of the Holy Metropolis of Trikki, Gardiki and Pyli. The event was attended by the Most Reverend Metropolitan of Proikonnisos, Mr. Iosif and the Most Reverend Pastor, Metropolitan of Trikki, Gardiki and Pyli, Mr. Chrysostomos, while the Consecration Service was performed by the Most Reverend Bishop of Elia, Mr. Bartholomeos.

The Reverend Pastor welcomed with warm words the two High Priests of the Ecumenical Throne, thanking them for their presence and for the love with which they participate in the life of our local Church.

The return of the Theophilest Bishop of Elia Mr. Bartholomew, after fourteen years, to the Holy Church of Saints Constantine and Helen, where he had served as vicar and superior, caused a special emotion. His presence evoked memories from his years of ministry and highlighted the bonds of love he maintains with the parish. The vicar of the Church, Fr. Athanasios Giulekas, welcomed him with tears in his eyes, expressing joy and...