Patriarch of Antioch sends warm wishes to Ecumenical Patriarch on His Name Day

On 11 June 2025, His Beatitude Patriarch John X of Antioch sent a heartfelt congratulatory message to His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew on the occasion of his name day, honouring his patron saint, Apostle Bartholomew.

In his message, Patriarch John expressed joy and reverence for the special day, stating: “On this joyous feast of your patron saint, I seize the opportunity to beseech the all-good God to grant you long life, spiritual strength, and good health, so that you may continue your work for the good of your local Church and the welfare of Orthodoxy as a whole.”

He further conveyed his hope for ongoing cooperation between their two Churches: “I express my hope for the continuation of collaboration between our Churches for the good and benefit of all.”

Source: Patriarchate of Antioch