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Former Bishop of Paphos Submits Creed, But Not the One Requested by the Holy Synod

Published January 7, 2026, 07:17

The former Metropolitan Bishop of Paphos, Tychikos, has sent two letters to the Archbishop. One concerns his intention to appeal to civil courts to regain his Metropolitan Throne, a move considered unusual given the previous rejection of his objection by the Ecumenical Patriarchate and the lack of jurisdiction of civil courts in ecclesiastical matters. The second letter is a confession of faith, but not the one requested by the Holy Synod, rather the usual one given during deposition. The issue is expected to be discussed at the next session of the Holy Synod.