A New Dawn at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage This year marks a profound milestone at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage. Our Grade 9 students have completed their final examinations and will soon take their next bold step into senior secondary school. For us, this moment is more than an [...]
A Celebration of Brotherhood in Christ His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros Welcomes Metropolitan Neofitos of Eldoret and Northern Kenya November 2, 2025 – Port Washington, New York The day was filled with radiant moments of grace and brotherly love as His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America warmly welcomed His Eminence Metropolitan Neofitos of Eldoret and [...]
This year, I celebrated my birthday in the most meaningful way imaginable — at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage in Kenya. What began as a simple visit quickly turned into one of the most touching and life-changing experiences of my life. A Celebration of Faith, Friendship, and Love One of the most [...]
Fifteen Years of Faith, Service, and Sustainability At St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage, we joyfully joined the nation in marking Mazingira Day ( a special day set aside by the Government of Kenya to promote environmental preservation and sustainability). This year’s celebration held a deep and special meaning for us. As we [...]
Celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage October 11, 2025 Empowering the Girl Child Through Awareness and Action Today, the 11th day of October, St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage joined the world in celebrating the International Day of the Girl Child — a [...]
A Joyous Day for the Church in Kenya The Holy Synod of the Patriarchate of Alexandria and All Africa, meeting at the Patriarchal Headquarters in Alexandria on October 7, 2025, marked a historic and spirit-filled moment for the Orthodox Church in Kenya and the entire African continent. With great joy and thanksgiving, we celebrate the [...]
Axios! Axios! Axios! Elevation of His Grace Bishop Neofitos Kong’ai to Metropolitan On October 7, 2025, within the historic and sacred halls of the Patriarchal Headquarters in Alexandria, the Holy Synod of the Patriarchate of Alexandria and All Africa convened in a spirit of joy and celebration. It was on this momentous day that [...]
A New Shepherd for Kisumu and Western Kenya Axios! Axios! Axios! The Holy Synod of the Patriarchate of Alexandria and All Africa has joyfully elected Archimandrite Mugadizi Philip as the new Bishop-Elect of the Orthodox Diocese of Kisumu and Western Kenya. This significant appointment recognizes a devoted servant of God who has consistently demonstrated humility [...]
A Month of Faith, Love & Growth at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre Welcome to our October 2025 Edition!At St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage, each new month unfolds as a chapter of faith, love, and renewal. Through your prayers and support, we continue to witness God’s hand at work—transforming lives, nurturing young hearts, [...]
Visiting His Eminence Archbishop Makarios Yesterday was a day of deep joy and gratitude as I officially visited His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Kenya and Exarch of East Africa. To us at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre, His Eminence is more than a shepherd—he is a true father to our children. His fatherly love, encouragement, [...]
