His Eminence Gabriel / In a few hours, the test of the Panhellenic teams begins, which is a difficult time for both of you, the great "fighters" of knowledge, reports
A message of support and sympathy is addressed by Metropolitan N. Ionias Gabriel to the candidates of the Panhellenic Examinations.
As he emphasizes, he is going to stand by them with all the power of his prayer and give my confidence and great admiration for the trouble, the sacrifices and for the demanding preparation, who submit themselves, all this time.
It summarizes that every test is a soul-destroying process. But it is also a great challenge for the fulfillment of personal goals and dreams.
"New hopeful horizons open before you. It is up to you to seize this opportunity and get as many supplies as possible for a better life! In life, after all, what matters is trying, to dare, to struggle, to believe, be happy and don't give up. Only in this way will you reach your Ithaca"
His letter in detail:
My dear children,
The moment you've toiled and fought hard for all year has arrived.
In a few hours, the test of the Panhellenic teams begins, which is a difficult time for both of you, the great "fighters" of knowledge, as for your parents, your teachers, but also for everyone who loves and cares for you.
From my side, I hurry humbly and with much love, to stand by you with all the power of my prayer and to testify my trust and great admiration for the effort, the sacrifices and for the demanding preparation, that you've been putting yourself through all this time.
Every test is a soul-crushing process. But it is also a great challenge for the fulfillment of personal goals and dreams.
New hopeful horizons open before you. It is up to you to seize this opportunity and get as many supplies as possible for a better life!
In life, after all, what matters is trying, to dare, to struggle, to believe, be happy and don't give up. This is the only way you will reach your Ithaca.
For this, calmly, self confidence, clean mind, optimism, determination and proper management of the good opportunity offered to you, enjoy this experience and try for the best.
The Panhellenic Exams are an important milestone in your life. But certainly not the only one and certainly not the most important.
Remember that, the love of our Christ for each of you is infinite. You have only to call upon Him!
As your Bishop and Spiritual Father I was, I am and will always be close to you • next to your struggles and anxieties.
From the bottom of my heart I wish that the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ will grant you health and bless your expectations and efforts!
Good luck to you all!
The Metropolitan
† The Nea Ionia, Philadelphia,
Heraklion and Chalkidon Gabriel