Archdiocese News

"Both institutions and individuals have often clung to the letter of sacred texts while neglecting to seek their deeper meaning—sometimes for motives far removed from God. This has led to distortions of fundamental truths, replacing them with misconceptions or even opposites," Metropolitan Saba writes.

Bishop Anthony Ordains Communications Director to Holy Priesthood
His Grace ordained Fr. Peter Samore at his home parish at St. Nicholas Cathedral in Los Angeles. He will continue his full-time role with the Archdiocese and serve at St. George Church in Phoenix.

Camp Transfiguration in Quebec Adds Innovative New Programs
The 360 campers from across Canada and the U.S. came together in two 1-week sessions, to continue the "Camp T" mission of guiding campers closer to Christ and offering a living experience of the Holy Orthodox Faith.

Metropolitan Saba Visits Two Houston Churches
His Eminence makes his first visit to St. Thekla Church in Richmond, and prays a 40-day Trisagion Service for the longest-serving Archdiocesan trustee.

Ecclesiastical New Year + September 1
"O Word of the Father from before the ages... Bless the crown of the year with Thy goodness; give peace unto Thy churches, victory unto Thy faithful hierarchs, fruitfulness unto the earth, and Great Mercy unto us."

Fellowship of St. Julian to Offer Lecture with Renowned Physician
Dr. Amin Barakat, a noted pediatrician and professor at Georgetown University (retired), will speak on the topic, "Finding Hope & Faith in Helping Others."

Liturgical Texts for September Now Available for Download
The month features the Church New Year, two great feasts, and a double commemoration of saints who lived 19 centuries apart.

Antiochian House of Studies Celebrates 2025 Graduation
Metropolitan Saba offers unscripted, heartfelt words to the graduates and other students, emphasizing that theology is not simply an academic discipline but a living encounter with the living God.

Camp St. Nicholas Celebrates 61st Summer with New Program
The summer camp season introduces Bridge Week to prepare new high school graduates for spiritual and academic success in college.

The Beheading of St. John the Baptist + August 29
"The memory of the righteous is celebrated with songs of praise, but the Lord's testimony is sufficient for thee, O Forerunner. Thou wast shown indeed to be the most honorable of the prophets, for in the waters thou didst baptize Him Who had been proclaimed."