ATHENS – [Photos:@USAmbassadorGR]
During his recent visit to Athens, His Eminence Archbishop Nikitas of Thyateira and Great Britain met with the United States Ambassador to the Hellenic Republic, Her Excellency Kimberly Guilfoyle.
The meeting took place in a warm and cordial atmosphere and provided an opportunity to discuss matters of mutual interest, including religious freedom, the ministry of the Ecumenical Patriarchate, and the enduring relationship between the United States and the Orthodox Christian world.
His Eminence and Her Excellency also exchanged views on the important role of religious communities in promoting dialogue, understanding, and cooperation within contemporary society. Particular reference was made to the Ecumenical Patriarchate and its contribution to inter-Christian and international engagement.
At the conclusion of the meeting, Her Excellency presented Archbishop Nikitas with a commemorative gift as a token of friendship and goodwill.
“I was privileged to meet His Eminence, Archbishop of Thyateira and Great Britain Nikitas during his visit to Athens, where I shared America’s strong commitment to defending religious freedom and our steadfast support for Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I and his spiritual mission. We also discussed the deep bonds of faith between the United States and Greek Orthodox Church”, Ambassador Guilfoyle posted on X.
