Today is a historic day for the Archdiocese of America and the Greek Orthodox, as after 21 years, the Holy Church of Agios Nikolaos in “Zero point” in New York is inaugurated after its reconstruction. A day with intense symbolism, since the 4th of July is the day that American Independence is celebrated.
In New York, the Clergy Lay Assembly of the Holy Archdiocese of America began, which marks the completion of 100 years since the establishment of the Archdiocese. Today was also the inauguration of the Holy Church of Agios Nikolaos, a day with strong symbolism as the 4th of July is the day that American Independence is celebrated.
In a historic ceremony and in an atmosphere of deep emotion, the opening of the Holy Church of Saint Nicholas and National Pilgrimage took place at Ground Zero in Manhattan, 21 years after its destruction by the 9/11 attacks.
Archbishop of America Elpidophoros said that this temple will adorn the ground zero for centuries to come and will prove the strength of man who can achieve anything when he has faith and works collectively.
Faithful and important personalities attended the opening, on a day of intense symbolism as the 4th of July coincides with American Independence Day, completed 100 years since the establishment of the Holy Archdiocese and the 46th Clergy Assembly is underway, for which Greek Orthodox clergy and hierarchs from all the states of America have gathered in New York.
Through difficulties, obstacles and problems of years, a small miracle happened as the expatriates say and Agios Nikolaos will function as a National Shrine for all religions and in memory of all those who perished when the twin towers collapsed.
