Profitis Ilias Greek Orthodox Church

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Profitis Ilias Greek Orthodox Church

Profitis Ilias Greek Orthodox Church is a Greek Orthodox church located outside Endeavour, Saskatchewan, Canada, and dedicated to the Prophet Elias. It was built in 2008 on the private property of Ilias Barlas. [1]

There is a traditional Greek celebration every July 20 to celebrate Profitis Ilias memory at the church. On July 20, 2009, the Greek Orthodox Church celebrated the life of Profitis Ilias (The Prophet Elias or Elijah ). On this special occasion, Ilias Barlas, family and friends christened this small church and dedicated it to the memory of Profitis Ilias. The service was conducted by Father Michael Michael of Koimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church, Saskatoon SK. [2]

Dedication: Because the clouds of flying miracles. Because the mystery of lights that show us the dream.

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References

  1. "Profitis Ilias Greek Orthodox Church". Archived from the original on 2006-07-02. Retrieved 2009-07-15.
  2. "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2011-07-01. Retrieved 2009-08-08.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)

Coordinates: 52°13′52″N102°37′16″W / 52.231°N 102.621°W / 52.231; -102.621