Arkalochoriou Andreas: The feast of the Archangel Michael is of particular importance for those who serve the countrytranslated

On Sunday, September 6, 2026, the commemoration of the Miracle of the Archangel Michael in Chonai, Rev. Metropolitan of Arkalochori, Mr. Andreas, celebrated the Divine Liturgy at the eponymous Holy Church of the 133rd Battle Group, at the Kastelli Air Base. In his sermon, His Holiness spoke about the miraculous event of the Miracle of the Archangel Michael in Chonai. At the same time, he referred with emotion to the recent tragic loss of two members of the Air Force, pointing out that the feast of Archangel Michael acquires a special significance for all those who serve their duty with a high sense of responsibility and devotion to the country.

Finally, he wished the Commander of the Unit and the officers of the Air Force that Archangel Michael would strengthen them in their work and in their high mission.

Afterwards, the venerable Pastor performed a trisage in memory of the two pilots, Pilot Ioannis Blesias and Pilot Dimitrios Petros, who lost their lives in Tanagra.

Among others, the Mayor of Minoas Pedias, Mr. Vassilis Kegeroglou, the Deputy Governor of Crete, Mr. Nikos Syrigonakis, the Commander of the Command, Mr. Ioannis Sarandos, non-commissioned officers, soldiers and the pious...