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The feast of Agios Paisios in Voutes of Herakliontranslated

July 14, 2026 · 1 min read

On Sunday, July 12, 2026, Rev. Metropolitan of Arkalochori, Mr. Andreas, celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the Holy Church of the Dormition of the Virgin in Voutes, Heraklion. In his speech, he referred to the celebrant Saint Paisios and to Fr. Grigorios, whose tent had complete flexibility, as this signifies the earthly and heavenly life of every Orthodox believer, especially a clergyman or monk.

Before the dismissal, the 45-day memorial service of the late Elder Grigorio Skrafnakis, father of the General Secretary of the Municipality of Heraklion and pr. Member of Parliament Ms. Maria Skrafnakis, associate of the Archdiocese of Arkalochori.

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Юлія Шевчук

Thank God for such a service. I remembered how the bishop spoke about the complete flexibility of the relics of Father Grigory - this is a really strong testimony for everyone who serves. Eternal memory to Father Grigory.

Мариана Иванова

Thank God for the service. I remembered how the bishop talked about the complete flexibility of Father Gregory's relics - it really makes one think about the life of every priest. Eternal memory to him.

Петър Димитров

I agree, Mariana, and I thought about the bishop's words about this complete flexibility of the relics. It shows how important it is to live humbly and with faith, especially if serving at the altar. Eternal memory of Father Gregory.

Иван Атанасов

I agree, Marianna, and I paid attention to that exact part about total flexibility. It makes you think how different ministry looks when one has truly surrendered to God. Eternal memory of Father Gregory.

Петя Попова

Yes, Petre, I also thought about this complete flexibility - as if the body still listens to the soul. Especially knowing that Father Gregory was such a quiet and modest man. Eternal memory to him.

Атанас Николов

Yes, Petre, I thought about that too – the full flexibility of the relics really speaks to a life of obedience. Especially when I heard that Father Grigoriy was the father of Marya Skrafnacki, who works with the Metropolis. Eternal memory to him.

Николай Атанасов

Yes, Peter, I also thought about how this flexibility shows that even after death the body remains subject to the soul. Father Grigoriy probably really lived like this - quietly, without imposing himself. I wonder if the bishop mentioned anything specific about his obedience at the altar? Eternal memory to him.

Красимира Христова

Yes, Petya, I also thought about the same thing - how modest Father Grigory was, he hardly talked about himself. This flexibility of the body after all this time really speaks volumes for his life. Eternal memory to him.

Мария Колева

Yes, Nikolai, I also thought about this flexibility - it shows how much obedience shapes a person even here. The bishop mentioned that Father Gregory never rushed to the altar, but stood humbly and waited for every word of the bishop. Eternal memory to him, peace to his soul.

Христо Христов

Yes, that's right – his modesty was evident in everything, even when he was helping people. This flexibility of the body after 40 days really made me think about the prayer and fasting he was doing quietly. Eternal memory to him.

Елена Петкова

Yes, his modesty was visible in every little service he did without fuss. And I thought about those 40 days - how quietly he lived with fasting and prayer, without showing it. Eternal memory to him, Christ.

Христо Димитров

Yes, I also remember how Father Gregory always helped in the kitchen after the service without waiting for someone to praise him. These 40 days really remind us how quietly one can live in faith. Eternal memory to him.

Атанас Марков

Yes, I also remember how Father Gregory never talked about his fast, but just gave you an apple from his garden and sent you on your way. This flexibility of the body after forty days is indeed a sign not easily forgotten. Eternal memory to him.

Величка Тодорова

Yes, I also remember how Father Grigoriy always brought an apple or candy for the children after the service, without advertising it. These 40 days really make us think about what we are leaving behind. Eternal memory to him.

Петя Попова

Yes, Velichka, I also remember those apples - quiet and without show. Indeed, the forty days make you wonder what exactly will be left of us. Eternal memory to him.

Методи Атанасов

Yes, Petya, that's right - those apples from Father Grigory's garden were the same, without noise. The forty days really make you take stock of what you've left behind. Eternal memory to him.

Васил Стефанов

Yes, Methodius, I also remember how Father Gregory used to give out those apples after the service - quietly, without bragging. The forty days really make you think about what's left behind, especially if you're a priest. Eternal memory to him.

Мариана Тодорова

Yes, Petya, I also remember how Father Grigoriy distributed these apples after the service - simply, without boasting. The forty days really make you think about the silence you leave behind. Eternal memory to him.

Тодор Иванов

Yes, Methodi, I also remember Father Gregory giving us an apple or two after the service in his garden - sweet, but not intrusive. Forty days really makes you think about what you're going to leave to your children, especially as a driver who's always on the road. Eternal memory to him.