EDITOR’S NOTE (Nick Stamatakis). In Australia, AB Makarios is set to make a new world record in scandals of all sorts, starting from before he arrived in Sydney in May 2019, with the purchase of an extravagant apartment overlooking Sydney harbor for many millions (which he later promised to return to the Church …but he forgot). Ever since his enthronement, he has done everything to prove his heretic persuasion, starting early with bestowing the GOAA’s highest honor to an MP who led the fight for gay rights, Mr. Andrew Bragg. The list is long.
PHOTO: AB Makarios honors gay rights supporter Andrew Bragg
As you will see below, Bishop Emilianos of Meloa recently resigned in circumstances that are against the canons—not to say anything about morality. First of all, the only canonical way for a Bishop to resign is for health reasons. Or he has to be demoted. Nothing of that happened here. On the contrary, it was widely learned that Bishop Emilianos refused to sign the papers AB Makarios had put in front of him. One of them had to do with changing the Charter of the Archdiocese. Does this sound familiar? The Phanar has instructed all archbishops to take control of the parishes and their properties. Bartholomew is so sinful that he believes that money will save him somehow…
In the meantime, it is pretty evident that AB Makarios is in a huge struggle with AB Elpidophoros over who will succeed Bartholomew. AB Makarios (Griniezakis), born and raised in Crete, is a member of the “Mitsotakis Mafia.” Does this explain why the Mitsotakis government expressed their complaints to the Phanar last November about Elpidophorow and asked for his removal? Yes, partly.. As I have said, nobody believes that Mitsotakis cares for the “divisive” acts of Elpidophoros in our community. They want their “man” (pun intended) in the Phanar. They are also “instructed” by the Israeli lobby that Elpidophoros is Erdogan’s agent – and therefore he is not to be supported for “promotion” – and he has no place to stay in America. They started chasing NYC Mayor Eric Adams (with an FBI investigation) a few weeks before Amb. Papadopoulou arrived in the Phanar in early November to submit her “complaint”…
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Bishop Emilianos of Meloa resigns from the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia
Vicar General of the Archdiocesan District of Brisbane, Bishop Emilianos of Meloa formally resigned from the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of Australia (GOAA) on Monday, June 3.
Bishop Emilianos tendered his resignation during a meeting of Bishops from across Australia, which was held in Sydney under the presidency of Archbishop Makarios of Australia.
PHOTO: Bishop Emilianos tendered his resignation during a meeting of Bishops from across Australia.
This resignation comes amid tension between the GOAA and Bishop Emilianos since March 2023.
The Bishop first submitted a letter of resignation to Archbishop Makarios on March 10, 2023, outlining four reasons behind his decision, whilst suggesting there were more.
- According to Bishop Emilianos, Archbishop Makarios provided selective information to the Bishops regarding important matters concerning the Orthodox Church. One specific instance mentioned was when the Bishops were asked during a zoom call to endorse a letter to the Ecumenical Patriarch, urging the approval of the new Constitution of the GOAA. The Bishops were not given prior knowledge or clarification on the proposed amendments. Bishop Emilianos pointed out that these changes could have an impact on the Bishops and suggested that they should have been consulted before making any decisions.
- The Bishop stated that Archbishop Makarios implemented a policy that restricts Bishops from operating Facebook pages. Additionally, it is suggested that when clergy members oppose his instructions, the Archbishop allegedly reassigns them to a new post away from their home.
- Bishop Emilianos observed that Bishop Kyriakos of Sozopolis was transferred from Sydney to Melbourne and reportedly may not have received the expected support from the Archbishop. In his letter, he expressed his concerns about what he perceived as “not fatherly behavior.”
- Bishop Emilianos expressed his concern about the uncertainty faced by the Bishops, using Bishop Bartholomew of Charioupolis’ financial situation as an example. He claimed that when Bishop Bartholomew served as the former Archiepiscopal Vicar of Canberra, he incurred travel expenses of approximately $35,000 per year, which were allegedly agreed to be reimbursed by the GOAA but were not. Bishop Emilianos further highlighted the significant travel expenses incurred by the Archbishop on frequent business class trips abroad, which were claimed to amount to over $500,000.
Despite Bishop Emilianos claiming to speak on behalf of all Bishops across Australia, none co-signed the letter in support.
Following his resignation letter on March 10, Bishop Emilianos sent follow-up correspondence to Archbishop Makarios, apologising for his actions.
Whilst the Archbishop allowed him to continue his ministry at the time, Bishop Emilianos left Australia and travelled to America in November 2023 by invitation of the Pan-Kalymnian Federation of America. During his trip, he met with Archbishop Elpidophoros of America at the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.
The Bishop later returned to Brisbane, Australia in early 2024, but was replaced as Vicar General of the Archdiocesan District of Brisbane by Bishop Bartholomew.
His resignation on Monday, June 3 was accepted by Archbishop Makarios, with the Greek Orthodox leader expressing at the meeting his gratitude to Bishop Emilianos for his contribution to the GOAA and conveying his well wishes for the future.
News of Bishop Emilianos’ resignation has saddened Australia’s Greek Orthodox community. He held many roles in the GOAA, having been Chancellor at the Cathedral of the Annunciation of our Lady in Redfern, and also Chairman of the GO Youth, GO Family and Friends and GO Teens initiatives in New South Wales.
Heartbreaking. Bishop Emiliano’s of Meloa is a paragon of fatherly love, and an experienced as well as practical spiritual father & teacher/guide of Orthodox spiritual life. This will be a great loss for the GOAA.
Nick, it is very interesting that you did inform your followers that the good bishop retracted his resignation and has petitioned to join the GOA.
It’s not my report – it’s from the Australian newspaper. But I can tell you he is exploring other options in Australia. If he wants to be a true Orthodox he cannot be under Pat. Bartholomew. He has the problem we all have.
A gentleman’s bet that he continues to be under the EP.
To his soul’s detriment.
What options are available? Old calendar Greek churches?
In Australia there are other options – which I am sure he will explore.
I doubt you will report the news when he decides to stay with the EP.
Then why do you read us? Read the TNH to learn the truth… And while you are there ask them if they will post your comments.
Wowie! A bishop resigns… I applaud his decision.