Patriarch of Constantinople: “Without Synod’s decision, discernment between orthodoxy and heresy is not possible”

The ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople has written an encyclical – a papal letter sent to all bishops of the Roman Catholic Church – announcing the pan-Orthodox Synod taking place from 18 to 27 June in Crete. The encyclical included a strongly-worded reference to the importance of collegiality. The encyclical, officially announcing and convening the pan-Orthodox …

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