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| In the photo are clergy with their families, the staff of our Holy Metropolis, some of the volunteers, the President of the Philoptochos in Canada, Mrs. E. Coutsougeras, Bishop Christoforos, Consul General Azemopoulos and Metropolitan Sotirios. |
Each
year, our Holy Metropolis organizes a Christmas – New Year’s luncheon for the
clergy and family of the Greater Toronto Area, as well as for Metropolis staff
and volunteers. Similar events are organized in Montreal
and Vancouver
for the clergy of those cities.
The luncheon was held on Thursday, January 2, 2014;
eighty-three individuals attended, with Christmas gifts distributed to each of
the children. The Consul General of Greece in Toronto, Mr. D. Azemopoulos, spoke with the
theme, “The value of the Orthodox Faith for the Diaspora.” In addition, the
Hon. Madam Justice E. Ria Tzimas – Volonakis (Ontario Superior Court of
Justice) also spoke. The remarks concluded with Metropolitan Sotirios who
discussed the importance of duty and volunteerism; he also expressed his
sincere thanks and gratitude towards all participants and, above all, to our
Holy Triune God.
Together, all individuals chanted Christmas hymns and
carols, with everyone enjoying the beautiful companionship and nice meal but
especially the children.
The Montreal clergy and
family Christmas – New Year’s luncheon feast will take place on Thursday,
January 23, 2014.
From the Office of Greek Orthodox Metropolis Toronto (Canada)
January 2, 2014
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