News & Updates : Month: May 2026

  • His Grace Bishop Joachim of Amissos Announces Retirement Plans

    Hellenic College Holy Cross (HCHC) today announces the pending retirement of  His Grace Bishop Joachim (Cotsonis) of Amissos effective July 1. Since 1997, His Grace has served the school as the Director of the Archbishop Iakovos Library and Learning Resource Center. He plans to continue serving the Church upon his return to Washington, D.C., where he was raised. “In addition to the many years of service on the Holy Cross faculty, His Grace has provided guidance on academic matters to students and faculty members alike,” said Interim President Rev. Fr. Michael Lambakis. “As part of his stewardship of his office,...

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  • HCHC Hosts 84th Commencement Ceremony

    On May 16, Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology will hold its 84th Commencement Ceremony where it will confer degrees upon nearly 60 undergraduate and graduate students. Honorary degrees will be bestowed upon two esteemed leaders whose contributions have shaped the life of the Church and its future clergy and lay leadership. Held at the Maliotis Cultural Center, the ceremony will welcome His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, members of the Board of Trustees, faculty, staff and the family and friends of graduates. Reverend Father Theodore Stylianopoulos will receive an honorary Doctor of Divinity from Holy Cross,...

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