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At the Phanar, Pope Leo: A joint message from the leaders of Christianity for unity and concord

After the Doxology, the signing ceremony of the Joint Declaration will follow in the Throne Hall of the Patriarchal House

Reception of Roman Catholic groups at the Phanar – The reference to Pope Francis

Patriarch Bartholomew welcomed on 22 April groups of Roman Catholic hierarchs, clergy, monks and students from Italy and Austria

The Greek man teaching Turks the art of bouzouki – “They’re crazy about it…”

In the heart of Constantinople, Andreas Sarantidis, originally from Koufalia near Thessaloniki, teaches aspiring bouzouki enthusiasts the technique of their beloved musical instrument

Epiphany celebrations: Festivities with splendor – From Athens and Patras to Syros and the Phanar

Watch videos and view photos – Crowds of faithful attended the blessing of the waters, while the favorable weather aided those who dove to retrieve the Cross

Ecumenical Patriarch wished 2018 to be a year of peace in Palestine & Syria

A message from the head of Christianity