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 Clergy Gather for Lenten Retreat at the St. Methodios Faith & Heritage CenterWednesday, March 11, 2026
Clergy from across the Metropolis of Boston gathered on March 10–11, 2026, at the St. Methodios Faith and Heritage Center in Contoocook, NH, for the annual Clergy Lenten Retreat. Led by their spiritual father, Metropolitan Methodios, the retreat provided a meaningful opportunity for reflection, fellowship, and spiritual renewal during the sacred season of Great Lent. Continue Reading... » |
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 Metropolitan Methodios Celebrates Second Sunday of Lent at Holy Trinity in ConcordSunday, March 08, 2026
Metropolitan Methodios of Boston celebrated the Divine Liturgy at Holy Trinity Church in Concord, NH, on the Second Sunday of Great Lent, dedicated to Saint Gregory Palamas. The service brought together the faithful of the parish for prayer and reflection during the sacred Lenten season. Following the Divine Liturgy, His Eminence offered a memorial service for the late and beloved Fr. George Papademetriou, commemorating the one-year anniversary of his repose and honoring his many years of devoted priestly service to the Church. Continue Reading... » |
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 Metropolitan Methodios Celebrates Akathist Service at St. George Church in LynnFriday, March 06, 2026
Metropolitan Methodios of Boston presided over the Second Stanza of the Akathist to the Most Holy Theotokos at St. George Church in Lynn, MA, bringing together clergy and faithful for a moving evening of prayer during the Lenten season. Also present for the service were members of the Board of the National Presbyteres, who had gathered at the parish in Lynn for their national board meeting over the weekend. His Grace Bishop Anthony was also in attendance, joining in the prayerful observance of the service. Metropolitan Methodios expressed his gratitude to the parish community for their warm hospitality and offered special thanks to the parish priest, Fr. Alex Orphanos, for his dedicated ministry and the continued growth and vitality of the parish. Continue Reading... » |
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 Metropolitan Methodios Hosts Luncheon in Honor of His Beatitude Archbishop Joani of AlbaniaMonday, March 02, 2026
Metropolitan Methodios hosted a luncheon in honor of His Beatitude Archbishop Joani of Tirana, Durrës, and All Albania. The gathering provided an opportunity for fellowship, reflecting the unity and shared mission of the Orthodox Church. Among the distinguished guests in attendance were Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, along with other hierarchs and clergy from throughout the region. The luncheon was marked by heartfelt exchanges, expressions of brotherly love, and a spirit of gratitude for the ongoing ministry and witness of the Church in Albania and beyond. Continue Reading... » |
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.jpeg) Metropolis Youth Basketball League Crowns 2026 ChampionsSunday, March 01, 2026
On February 28th and March 1st, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis Youth Basketball League celebrated an unforgettable playoff weekend filled with excitement, sportsmanship, and fellowship. Over the course of the weekend, the stands remained full, creating an electric atmosphere as families, friends of the basketball teams came together to support our young athletes. Continue Reading... » |
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Upcoming Events
Metropolis of Boston Camp
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Methodios Faith and Heritage Center
Methodios Faith and Heritage Center, in Contoocook, NH, offers a peaceful place for spiritual retreats and gatherings year-round.
Thriving Congregations Initiative
The Thriving Congregations Initiative is a program designed to teach and guide the parishes in our metropolis on how to thrive.
Our Parishes
Regardless of where you are in your search for a faith tradition that meets your needs, we invite you to come and experience Orthodox Christian worship and fellowship at the nearest parish.
Ministry Announcements
 A Luncheon with Anna Prokos, Author of the Lucky Book SeriesFriday, March 06, 2026
The Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos invites you to a special afternoon celebrating Greek heritage and storytelling at A Luncheon with Anna Prokos, beloved author of the Lucky book series. This uplifting gathering will highlight the beauty of our Greek customs and traditions through fellowship, conversation, and inspiration. Continue Reading... » |
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 Metropolis of Boston Scholarship Applications Now Open!Monday, March 02, 2026
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Boston is pleased to offer 2026-2027 academic year scholarship opportunities for U.S. and Canadian students who are of Greek descent or of the Greek Orthodox Faith and entering their second, third, or fourth year of undergraduate studies. The annual scholarships are provided by endowments generously gifted by the Charles C. Condes Trust of Illinois (five, one-time scholarships of $8,000 each) and the St. George’s Hellenic Benefit Society of Tsamantas of Worcester, MA (three, one-time scholarships of $7,500 each). Continue Reading... » |
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.png) Invitation: 2026 Metropolis of Boston OCF RetreatThursday, February 19, 2026
Join us March 27–29, 2026 at the Saint Methodios Faith & Heritage Center in Contoocook, NH for the Metropolis of Boston OCF Retreat. Open to undergraduate, graduate, and recently graduated students, this no-cost weekend invites you to step away from the noise of daily life and enter into meaningful fellowship, engaging discussions, and spiritual renewal. Continue Reading... » |
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 MBC's Accessible Family Retreat March 20-22, 2026Monday, February 09, 2026
Join us at camp for a day, overnight, or full weekend family retreat, and an opportunity to connect with other families raising children with disabilities in the church. Continue Reading... » |
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 2026 Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos Lenten RetreatThursday, January 15, 2026
The Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos invites all women to the 2026 Lenten Retreat, a gathering of Faith, Fellowship, and Renewal, to be held March 27–28, 2026 at the St. Methodios Faith and Heritage Center in Contoocook, New Hampshire. This spiritually enriching retreat offers a beautiful opportunity to step away from the busyness of daily life and enter more deeply into the spirit of Great Lent through prayer, reflection, and fellowship. Continue Reading... » |
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 Metropolis of Boston and National Philoptochos Unite to Raise Awareness for Human Trafficking Awareness MonthThursday, January 15, 2026
In recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the National Philoptochos Society, Metropolis of Boston Philoptochos and all Philoptochos Chapters, are raising awareness about the tragic and pervasive reality of human trafficking—an international crisis that affects millions of innocent victims, especially women and children. As part of this important initiative, the National Philoptochos Office has provided educational resources and materials to help inform, equip, and mobilize communities in the fight against this grave injustice. Continue Reading... » |
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Third Saturday of Lent
Saints and Feasts Commemorated
Benedict the Righteous of Nursia; Euschemon the Confessor, Bishop of Lampasakos
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