Hierarchical Blessing of the Waters Greek Cultural Garden 980 East Blvd. Cleveland June 28, 2026
In celebration of the 250th anniversary of the Independence of the United States of America. the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and the Greek Garden Association of Cleveland hosted an historical Hierarchical Blessing of the Greek Cultural Garden led by His Eminence Elpidophoros, Archbishop of America, and the Metropolitans of the Holy Synod. Back to photos and videos of the ceremony.
The Blessing of the Water was led by His Eminence Metropolitan Philotheos, Holy Metropolis of Thessaloniki.
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Master of Ceremonies Honorable Major James P. Trakas, OHMR, Ret. gave closing remarks about the Declaration of Independence, the historic leaders and America 250. Then the flags of USA and Greece were ceremoniously retired.
Here are some other photos from the Hierarchical Blessing of the Greek Cultural Garden.
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