The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey and the Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate are jointly hosting a joyful evening of celebration, inspiration, and legacy honoring His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew, as he marks 35 years of ministry as Archbishop of Constantinople–New Rome — the longest-serving Ecumenical Patriarch in the history of Christianity.
The evening will open with Hierarchical Vespers presided over by His Eminence Metropolitan Apostolos of New Jersey, commemorating his Name Day.
The featured presentation will be offered by Archon George E. Demacopoulos, PhD, Historian and National Council Member of the Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, who will present on the many historic initiatives and accomplishments of His All-Holiness during his remarkable tenure.
Special remarks regarding the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew Foundation will be offered by its Chair, Dr. Anthony J. Limberakis, Archon Grand Aktouarios, National Commander of the Archons of the Ecumenical Patriarchate.
The evening will be held at the Metropolitan Cathedral of St. John the Theologian, 353 East Clinton Avenue, Tenafly, New Jersey, on Thursday, June 25, 2026. Hierarchical Vespers will begin at 6:00 p.m., followed at 7:30 p.m. by the lecture, special remarks, and a complimentary dinner.
The evening is chaired by Regional Commanders Archon Michael D. Camarinos, Esq. and Archon George A. Tsougarakis, Esq. The Metropolis of New Jersey and the Archons warmly invite the faithful to share in this joyful evening of fellowship.
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