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Orthodox Observer - September 1997

A TV Interview with Archbishop Spyridon

On a television interview produced by GOTelecom (Greek Orthodox Telecommunications) His Eminence Archbishop Spyridon, talks about his experiences on this first year of his tenure, his plans for the Archdiocese and his hopes for the future of our Church in America.

During the interview, he reminisces about his childhood years; the biggest influences in his life; he gives his views on the role of the Archbishop in this country; he answers questions on the priorities, goals and achievements during the first year of his tenure; he talks about the concept of inclusion; the pressures Orthodox faithful face in a multicultural and multireligious society; the Archdiocese's role in protecting the Orthodox identity in America; the Archdiocese's role as a champion of civil/human rights; and, finally, the relations of the Archdiocese with the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople.

The interview will air on the national cable network "Odyssey Channel" on the first anniversary of his enthronement, Sept. 21, at 3:30 pm., EDT. For carriage information call GOTelecom at 1-800-888-6835.

[ Orthodox Observer, Vol. 62 - No. 1133, September 1997, p. 2 ]