Archbishop of America Elpidophoros: The bravery and values ​​of the Greeks remain unchanged in the century

An exhortation to all to express our gratitude to God for today’s “NO” day and to preserve as the apple of our eye the freedom that was given to us, addresses the Archbishop of America, Hopefulwith his circular for its national anniversary October 28th.

As he notes, it is a day in which we recall the bravery and incredible courage of the Greek people in the face of fascism and oppression, and show our gratitude not only for the victories of our valiant ancestors, but also for the fruits of victorious struggles them in our lives.

According to the Archbishop, “we can enjoy freedom in Greece and America because others sacrificed for us, those who sowed the seeds to reap the fruits of freedom, without fear of cold and rain, hunger and thirst, fighting fighting and enduring excessive privations”. Many even died, as he underlines, without having time to celebrate the triumph against the forces of the Axis, although they felt in the depths of their hearts and to the core of their souls the final victory, through their Lord Jesus Christ. “Often from an isolated vantage point in the mountains and gorges, in the woods and ravines, on the lookout, and at other times even with guerilla warfare, the Greeks during the Second World War never hesitated and never retreated, delaying the Axis forces and giving hope for all nations” points out the archbishop of America.

“This valor and these values ​​remain unchanged in the century and with the collective courage of the Greek people and their irresistible will for freedom acquire an image of the victories of the ancient martyrs against evil, as well as unique models in our lives, which they inspire us to fight for freedom”, concludes Mr. Elpidophoros.

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