The 8th Sunday of Matthew in the Holy Diocese of Matzouga and Northern Madagascartranslated

In an atmosphere of special emotion, the Divine Liturgy of Matthew VIII Sunday, July 26, 2026, was celebrated by the minister of the Theophilest Bishop of Matzouga and Northern Madagascar, Mr. Niphon, in the Parish of Saint Nektarios in Port-Bergé, Madagascar, in the presence of a large number of believers and the local authorities. It was a historic and blessed day for the Orthodox Church in the region, as the participation of the people was touching and the reception particularly warm. The Holy Liturgy was attended by the District Governor, the Mayor of the area, the Director of the Police and the Gendarmerie, as well as a representative of the Army, who welcomed the Most Reverend Bishop Mr. Nifon with great joy and expressed their appreciation for the presence of the Orthodox Church in their place.

During his speech, Theophilus emphasized that he will soon return to the area to meet again with the residents and the local authorities. The purpose of the meeting will be to discuss the needs of the place and to jointly decide on specific ways in which the Orthodox Church can substantially contribute to the progress and relief of the people of the region, through projects...