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Strong Reactions in Paphos over Failure to Convene Holy Synod and Delay in Electing New Metropolitan

Published December 31, 2025, 07:21
Strong Reactions in Paphos over Failure to Convene Holy Synod and Delay in Electing New Metropolitan

Strong reactions have been sparked in Paphos regarding the failure to convene the Holy Synod and the delay in electing a new Metropolitan. Citizens and church officials consider the delay unjustified, as the decision of the Ecumenical Patriarchate was made on October 17th. It is alleged that attempts are being made to prolong the election through maneuvers, while the Archbishop is reportedly promoting a change in the way Metropolitans are elected, which is causing strong opposition. Citizens express fears of ulterior motives or attempts to exclude specific candidates, while the 'vague' provisions of the new statute of the Church of Cyprus are being questioned.