The Enthronement of His Grace Bishop Philip of Kisumu and Western Kenya Witnessing a New Dawn of Spiritual Leadership Like the rising sun that gently paints the sky with new light, today the Diocese of Kisumu beheld a radiant dawn, one woven with grace and unity. At St. Andrew Gimengwa, the faithful gathered to witness [...]
How Faith Fuels Our Mission At the core of St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage faith is the unwavering foundation of our mission. Every radiant smile we nurture and every precious life we uplift is deeply rooted in our resolute belief in the transformative power of God's love. This divine love fuels our [...]
A Miracle in Motion | Laying the Foundation of Our Modern Kitchen This week marks a moment of profound joy and gratitude at St. Irene Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage. We are thrilled to announce that the foundation of our modern kitchen has officially been laid, and construction is now well underway. What once seemed [...]
Axios! Celebrating the New Bishop of Kisumu and All Western Kenya, His Grace Bishop Philipos Today, the Orthodox faithful in Kenya and across Africa rejoice as we welcome the new Bishop of Kisumu and All Western Kenya, His Grace Bishop Philip Mugadizi. This sacred moment marks a new chapter of spiritual leadership, service, and [...]
Celebrating Saint John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople Today, St. Irene Orthodox Mission joins the entire Orthodox world in commemorating the Feast of Saint John Chrysostom, the golden-mouthed Archbishop of Constantinople, whose life and teachings continue to illuminate the path of Christian faith, humility, and perseverance. Saint John Chrysostom (meaning “Golden-Mouthed”) stands among the greatest preachers [...]
Celebrating a Joyful Milestone His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America Receives U.S. Citizenship With love, humility, and through the blessings of His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Kenya and Exarch of Africa, the entire family of St. Irene’s Orthodox Mission Centre and Orphanage extends its heartfelt congratulations to His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America on receiving [...]
Celebrating the Feast Day of Saint Nectarios A Reflection on Faith, Miracles, and Guiding the Next Generation The Life and Virtues of Saint Nectarios Saint Nectarios of Aegina, known to many as Agios Nektarios, remains one of the most beloved saints of our time. He was a man of deep humility, tireless prayer, and [...]
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 [...]
