Yesterday, Tuesday, June 24, Metropolitan Sevastianos of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta was joyfully welcomed in Kenya by Archbishop Makarios of Nairobi at the Metropolis headquarters in Nairobi.
Alongside a delegation from the Metropolis of Atalanta, Metropolitan Sevastianos and his team were warmly received and enjoyed a guided walk around the premises, experiencing the spirit and beauty of the community at the Metropolis of Nairobi.
A special highlight of the visit was the stop at the Metropolis primary school, where ever-smiling and talented children treated the visitors to a delightful performance of instrumental music with their joyful melodies and warm hospitality, leaving a lasting impression on all.
Archbishop Makarios of Kenya, in his comment, noted, “We give thanks to God for such a blessed visit and the love and unity shared among us.”
Metropolitan Sevastianos in Kenya for the consecration of the Cathedral in the Diocese of Eldoret
According to communication from His Grace Bishop Neofitos of the Holy Diocese of Eldoret and Northern Kenya, Metropolitan Sevastianos of Atlanta is officially on a visit to Kenya to take part in the consecration service of the first Cathedral of Eldoret Diocese dedicated to Apostle Mark the Evangelist, build with support from faith the parish of St. Mark in Boca Raton, Florida, Holy Metropolis of Atlanta United States of America.
The historic consecration is scheduled for Sunday, June 29, at Kapsebet, Nandi County, Eldoret, Kenya, with expected attendance from various hierarchies of the Orthodox Church in East Africa and beyond.
In a recent video published on the Facebook handle of the Diocese of Eldoret and Northern Kenya, Bishop Neofitos extended a welcome to all Orthodox faithful and non-Orthodox to witness the historic moment in their diocese.
