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Archbishop of Greek Orthodox community receives City Hall's praise
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The leader of the Greek Orthodox Church in Great Britain His Eminence Archbishop Greogrios was paid tribute on his 50 years service by Mayor Boris Johnson following a question at the London Assembly by Assembly Member Brian Coleman, and current Mayor of Barnet Council.

 
In response to a question from Brian Coleman, London Assembly Member for Barnet and Camden, at Mayor’s Question Time in November, the Mayor said:
 
“I am delighted to congratulate the Archbishop and I am pleased to recognise that over several centuries, the Greek and Cypriot communities have made great contributions to the culture and economy of London.”
 
Welcoming this, Brian Coleman said:

“I am pleased that the outstanding 50 years of service of His Eminence Archbishop Gregorios has been publicly recognised by the Mayor of London, as well as the significant role that the Greek and Cypriot communities play in the life of London.”

There over 300,000 Greek Orthodox Christians in the United Kingdom with over 20 Greek Orthodox churches in London alone, making the church one of the strongest Christian denominations in the capital.



 
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