BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] 

On Tuesday, January 27, 2026, His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon celebrates his 13th anniversary of enthronement as Archbishop of Washington, Metropolitan of All America and Canada, the Primate of the Orthodox Church in America.

His Beatitude’s leadership has been a source of inspiration for clergy and laity alike, fostering a spirit of unit, humility, and faithfulness. His vision for the Orthodox Church, as expressed in the document "Of What Life Do We Speak?" and his focus on the core mission of the Church, continues to guide the faithful in their efforts to live as witnesses of Christ in North America and the world.

On behalf of His Eminence Archbishop Mark, the clergy, matushki, and faithful of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania, the Diocesan Media Office extends congratulations to His Beatitude and gives thanks to Almighty God for His Beatitude’s primatial leadership and love for his flock.

May God continue to protect and preserve His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon for many years! 

Eis polla eti despota! 

CLICK HERE for the full report of His Beatitude's Enthronement at St. Nicholas Cathedral in Washington, D.C.

Issued by the Diocesan Media Office