Orthodox bishops discuss pan-Orthodox council

September 02, 2015

140 bishops of the Patriarchate of Constantinople traveled from Greece, the United States, and other nations to Istanbul to mark the beginning of the Orthodox liturgical year and discuss the pan-Orthodox council, which will take place in 2016.

The prelates also discussed bioethics, interreligious dialogue, and the environment, according to Turkish media reports.

 

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Further information:

• Fener Greek Orthodox Patriarchate conducts Mass with 140 bishops from around world (Dogan News Agency)
• Orthodox Church leaders mark church's New Year in Istanbul (Daily Sabah)