Archbishop

AKEL leader says President does not respond to opposition’s letters

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AKEL leader says President does not respond to opposition’s letters

Stefanos Stefanou, the General Secretary of AKEL, expressed disappointment that President Christodoulides has not responded to letters sent by the opposition. Stefanou sent a letter regarding a Ministry of Education circular on memorial events for the Turkish invasion, which omitted references to the preceding coup against Archbishop Makarios. He is still waiting for the President’s response and criticized the lack of communication from government ministers as well. Stefanou emphasized the importance of receiving a response, especially when serious issues are at hand.

All quiet at Saint Habakkuk Monastery

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All quiet at Saint Habakkuk Monastery

The scandal at Saint Habakkuk Monastery caused everyone involved to want a quick resolution before public exposure and possible sanctions. The monks were willing to apologize and disappear, the bishop wanted to avoid implication, and the archbishop hoped to avoid scandal before Easter. Despite real events like money found in the monastery and illegal activities, doubt now clouds the case as those involved have had time to regroup and create alternative scenarios. The public’s reaction has shifted from scandal to amusement, and a deafening silence now surrounds the situation.

Monks, ’ lawyers demand halt to church probe

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Monks, ’ lawyers demand halt to church probe

Lawyers representing the Osiou Avakoum monks called for an end to investigations by the archdiocese, citing alleged prior sentencing of the monks for crimes.

Ex-police chief testifies in St. Habakkuk scandal

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Ex-police chief testifies in St. Habakkuk scandal

Three times the Archbishop had telephone communication with Metropolitan Tamassos and the monks of the Monastery of St. Habakkuk, who asked for forgiveness. Former Chief of Police of Cyprus, Kypros Michaelides, testified to this and submitted his testimony to the investigative authority of the Holy Synod. He mentioned being the throne commissioner in a metropolitan region and advising the Metropolitan on financial matters. Michaelides clarified that he did not know what was happening previously at the Monastery.

Monks seek return amidst scandal

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Monks seek return amidst scandal

Monks suspected of involvement in the Osiou Avakoum monastery scandal in Fterikoudes, Nicosia, have requested permission to return to live at the monastery.

Complaint lodged against lawyers in Osiou Avakoum scandal

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Complaint lodged against lawyers in Osiou Avakoum scandal

The Cyprus Bar Association has lodged a police complaint against two lawyers representing monks implicated in the Osiou Avakoum monastery scandal. The complaint specifically concerns a letter sent to the Holy Synod’s investigative committee urging for the dismissal of charges against the monks and advocating for Archbishop Georgios to take control of the situation. The monks were alleged to have been found with €800,000 in cash, properties in Greece and Limassol, and were caught on CCTV footage having sex with each other.

Tamassos bishop claims he is being tarnished

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Tamassos bishop claims he is being tarnished

Fact: Attempts have taken place to harm Tamassos Bishop Isaias, and the bishopric announced that they have full confidence in the ecclesiastical mechanisms and the police.

‘Govt not interfering in monastery scandal investigations’

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‘Govt not interfering in monastery scandal investigations’

The government rejected accusations of efforts to spare Tamassos Bishop Isaias of any criminal charges amid ongoing investigations of a major scandal surrounding the Osiou Avakoum monastery.

Swords drawn over illegal Ayia Napa monastery

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Swords drawn over illegal Ayia Napa monastery

Architects and engineers involved in the construction of a monastery at the environmentally protected Natura 2000 site in Cape Greco will appear before a disciplinary board.