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Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden visited Bishop Mikael of Vasteras
"Will we give up our prejudices and arrogance, so as to take our place at the table, for the sake of the survival of our world and a peaceful future?"
Evros: Reviving the custom of the “nine foods” for abundance on the table all year round
The "nine foods" of the custom are all fasting, oily or unleavened, are served on the table on the last day of fasting, and symbolize, according to one version, the nine months that the Virgin Mary had Christ in her womb
Saint Demetrius: Who he was and why he is considered the patron saint of Thessaloniki
In the Orthodox Tradition, he holds a special place because of his miracles and his direct relationship with Thessaloniki, a city where he is considered the patron saint and protector for centuries
Mount Athos: Monasteries seek tax exemption for rents, with an appeal to the Council of State
Appeal to restore the pre-2010 regime, whereby they did not pay taxes on income from rental properties (houses, shops, estates, etc.) outside the peninsula of Athos - Which monasteries appealed and what income they declare