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Paronaxias Kallinikos for the new school year: "The cultivation of the soul is the true compass of lifetranslated

September 10, 2026 · 1 min read

The Reverend Metropolitan of Paronaxia, Mr. Kallinikos, on the occasion of the start of the new school year, addresses a fatherly message to teachers, students and parents, emphasizing that the school is "a living laboratory of life", where, in addition to knowledge, character, solidarity, respect and love are cultivated. He places special emphasis on the importance of education and the cultivation of the soul, noting that "knowledge is power, but the cultivation of the soul is the true compass of life". At the same time, he calls on the students not to be afraid of mistakes and failures, but to continue the effort "with greater persistence and stubbornness".

The Metropolitan recognizes the decisive role of teachers, characterizing them as those who support and inspire children, while asking students to surround them "with the corresponding respect". He also refers to the importance of family and school cooperation, underlining that "the upbringing and education of children is a shared task" and calling on parents to support their children "without excessive pressure".

At the same time, he assures that the Metropolis of Paronaxia is on her side...

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Тамара Морозова
Thank you for such a simple and correct text. I especially remember about “how λλιέργεια της ψυχής είναι η πραγματική πυξίδα της ζωής” - in our Sunday school we also try to explain this to children, and not only lessons. It’s good that Vladyka reminded us to respect teachers and not to push parents too hard. Good luck to all the guys this year.
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