His Eminence Metropolitan Gabriel of Nea Ionia and Philadelphia welcomes The Rt Revd Dr Robert Innes, Bishop of the Diocese in Europe, Revd. Canon Leonard Doolan and Revd. Duncan Dormor -General Secretary of USPG.
His Eminence Bishop Gabriel and members of “Apostoli”, the charitable outreach mission of the Orthodox Church, welcomed the Anglican Bishop of the Diocese in Europe, the Rt Reverend Dr Robert Innes, Revd. Canon Leonard Doolan and the Revd. Duncan Dormor, General Secretary of USPG, to a reception held at the headquarters of Apostoli, to thank them for their friendship and support for the people of Greece and the refugees over the past 10 years. HE Kate Smith, the British Ambassador was also present.
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Bishop Robert presides over a Celebration of Baptism and Confirmation during a busy visit to Athens at the beginning of February 2019.
Bishop Robert presided over a very happy occasion on Sunday 2nd February when 1 person was baptised and 5 people were confirmed.
The Revd. Duncan Dormor the new General Secretary of USPG who was visiting Athens and Fr Bjorn Kling of the Swedish Church were also present.
Our congratulations go to Sarah, who was also baptized, Luke, Nelly, Olivia, Cecilia and Diannah.
BISHOP ROBERT’S LENT APPEAL 2019 GOES TO ATHENS BASED ORGANISATION
The Bishop of the Diocese of Gibralter in Europe, the Rt Revd. Dr Robert Innes, has generously agreed that his Lent Appeal 2019 should go to an Athens based Organisation, Hestia Hellas, who specialise in helping people with PTSD, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and in particular those men, women and children who have suffered and are still suffering from the after-effects of the devastating fires in Attica, east of the City of Athens, last summer.
SUNDAY SERVICE 10:15am
HISTORY & TEAM ST. PAUL’S
ST. PAUL’S ATHENS: HERE SINCE 1843
Welcome to St. Paul’s Anglican Church Athens, the earliest foreign church in the Greek capital!
Consecrated on Palm Sunday in 1843 by the Rt. Rev. George Tomlinson, Bishop of Gibraltar, St. Paul’s has been a steady focus ever since of worship, pastoral care and cultural activities for the English-speaking residents of Athens, as well as for visitors journeying through the city. For the Anglican Church, it is both a joy and a privilege to have a presence in a land that has such prominence in the New Testament. It gives us great delight if you are able share this privilege with us as a resident, as a visitor or as a pilgrim.
St. Paul’s Anglican Church is at 27, Philellinon Street & Amalias Avenue, near Syntagma Square in the centre of Athens.
We are
A WARM-HEARTED
lively group, open to others and welcoming. We provide social welfare, pastoral care to those in need, to the homeless and refugees, as well as to unaccompanied migrant minors.
We offer
A PLACE
of worship, Christian education, spiritual growth and cultural activities to English-speaking residents of Athens and visitors journeying through the city.
We make a
STRONG POINT
of fostering good relations with other mainstream Christian Churches and humanitarian organizations in the city, around Greece and in the rest of the world.
SENIOR CHAPLAIN
Rev. Canon Leonard Doolan
DEACON & LICENSED READER
There is a deacon and a licensed reader:
Deacon:
Rev. Christine Saccali
Licensed reader:
Mrs Sherry Angelis
CHURCH WARDENS
There are two church wardens:
Mr Nigel Daniels (St. Paul’s)
Mrs Susan Stephos (St. Paul’s)
PASTORAL CARE
A FULL WELFARE PROGRAMME: EVERY WEEK
Social welfare is part of the programme of the Anglican Church in Athens. The Anglican Church helps with the ‘Church in the Street’ ecumenical project, whereby 800 meals are distributed to homeless people daily. It is also associated with caring for those with Down Syndrome, a Senior Citizens’ home and, more recently, has been tirelessly involved with the refugee crisis.
CULTURE ST. PAUL’S
AN EXCITING CULTURAL PROGRAMME EVERY YEAR
Every year, St. Paul’s organises a tapestry of cultural events, where music is predominant. The church building’s excellent acoustics and the beautiful tone of its organ provide the ideal combination for a series of spring concerts. Recitals of early music are also held in the autumn, among others by the Ex Silentio ensemble and the Brussels Virtuosi Orchestra. These are complemented by a ‘sing-along’ of Handel’s Messiah at the approach of Christmas, where everybody can add their voice and rejoice.
ST. PAUL’S CARES
CHURCH MATTERS AND MUCH MORE
The Chaplaincy is actively involved in the world surrounding it, whether this relates to those made vulnerable by the ongoing economic crisis in Greece, the refugees fleeing war and insecurity, or the problems faced by members of its congregation. People matter – and St. Paul’s considers that, beyond matters of faith, its ministry should be open to the world, collaborating with other Christian Churches, helping as many as it can, while also tending to its flock. Join us in our weekly services, participate in our events, contribute to our endeavours to make our world a better one!
SUPPORTING ST. PAUL’S
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
Contrary to popular belief, we do not receive any funding whether from the Britisih government or the Church of England.
We have to meet all our financial needs on our own and struggle to cover our core costs. We have to raise every single cent ourselves and are reliant on the generosity of supporters to be able to deliver vital help and care. Every gift helps ensure St. Paul’s can continue to offer moments of peace, reflection and prayer to all who seek it. Some companies and individuals already contribute regularly and for their generosity we are grateful and most thankful. We sincerely hope you will join them and make a donation – we need your help!
Thank you and God bless you!
FOLLOW ST. PAUL’S
COME AND JOIN US!
St. Paul’s Anglican Church is a beautiful building of great historical interest. It is a well-known landmark, situated at the busy junction of Philellinon Street and Queen Amalias Avenue, opposite the National Gardens. Built in early 19th-century Gothic style and consecrated on Palm Sunday, 1843, it is a listed building with excellent acoustics and a church organ, the oldest working pipe organ in Greece. Discover it!
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