"The Archbishop elections are an important juncture in which all of us must face with responsibility. We, as teachers, with particular sensitivity and concern for the new generation, Education and Hellenism, have joined our voices and declare our support for Metropolitan George of Pafos[/B]," say the teachers who signed the statement.
"With his broad scientific and theological education, with his multifaceted social and national action, Metropolitan George of Pafos is unquestionably the right choice for the position of Archbishop. He has a pluralistic personality and quality as a person and as a priest, elements that are irrefutably a necessity for the leader of the Church of Cyprus.
As his colleagues and collaborators, we have experienced him in educational reality, functioning with excellence in his scientific and pedagogical role. Always cooperative, ready to listen to everyone's views, thus having a global perception and objectivity in decision making. The rigour that he sometimes displays reflects his dedication to duty and his willingness to always be able to contribute to the solution of any problem. At the same time, he is a man who understands the demands of today's world and responds to managing them with an innate sense of humour. This is his human side, which, combined with his deep faith, his education and his leadership skills, makes him for us the candidate we will support to lead our Church. Our experiences alongside him allow us to declare that Metropolitan George of Paphos has the vision, the ability and the will to stand by society and citizens, understanding the facts of the times and placing the Church in a leading social role.
Metropolitan George of Paphos[/B] studied with a scholarship at the University of Athens.
Metropolitan George of Paphos[/B] studied with a scholarship at the University of Athens. For 18 years he served education as a professor of Chemistry. His special characteristic is his genuine love for children, where to this day he contributes to the education and support of needy excellent pupils and students.
He is an inspiring hierarch, with a firm commitment to his pastoral and spiritual work. A man of strong patriotic action, he remains at the forefront over time, aiming for the survival of Cypriot Hellenism.
Our support for Metropolitan George of Paphos constitutes an act of conscience and a debt to our country and society. Cyprus needs an ecclesiastical leader who embraces all people, without exception. The Church of Cyprus needs a leader who unites the Holy Synod and strengthens its spiritual and charitable role.
We call on everyone to support Metropolitan George of Paphos with their vote. This is the choice for an effective, fair and forward-looking administration of the Church of Cyprus. To expand the social work of the Church and to build the trust of the citizens, in conditions of social balance.
Voting is an act of responsibility. We call on everyone to support the voice that will shield Cypriot Hellenism and Orthodoxy, while formulating a new relationship between the Church and society."
Of the Teachers
Zina Pouli: Educator, Former Director of Secondary Education
Michael Loizidis: Theologian, Senior Education Officer
Michael Philippou: Mathematician, Inspector of the Ministry of Education
Sotiris Kleanthous: Mathematician
Stelios Papantoniou: Philologist
Sula Argyridou: Professor of Chemistry
Onoufrios Kyriakidis: Mathematician
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