The feast of Saints Kirikos and Iulittis in Parori, Florinatranslated

On Wednesday, July 15, 2026 in the morning, His Eminence the Metropolitan of Florina, Prespa and Eordaia Mr. Irenaios went to Parori Florina, where he officiated at Orthros and celebrated the High Priestly Divine Liturgy for the feast of the Holy Martyrs Kyrikos and Iulittis. The High Priestly Divine Liturgy was attended by the Deputy Mayors of Florina, Mr. Pavlos Alexiadis and Mr. Konstantinos Maragos, as well as believers from the Parish and the wider area.

Before the end of the Divine Liturgy, Metropolitan Mr. Irenaios spoke to the congregation and referred to the life and martyrdom of the two Saints. He highlighted the steadfast faith of Saint Juliet and the courageous confession of the little Preacher, stressing that God's grace strengthens the person who trusts Him.

He made special reference to today's family, emphasizing that parents are the first teachers of the faith and that children are formed mainly through their example. He invited families to cultivate faith, love and prayer and to form small home Churches.

Concluding, the Pastor Mr. Irenaios wished everyone many happy and blessed years and thanked Fr. Savvas Soumelidis...