Submitted by Val Hiscock on
The Hellenic Grand Priory announces to the members of the Order, the Annual Saint Lazarus Days which will be held in Athens on Friday, December 6th and Saturday, December 7th, 2024.
On Friday, December 6th in the evening, the Vigil-Evening Prayer "Blessing of the Arms" will take place at the Catholic Church of Saint John the Baptist at Paleo Psychiko, followed by a reception.
On Saturday, December the 7th, in the morning, at the historical Yacht Club of Greece, in Piraeus, the "Αριστείον" Award of Excellence will take place. During the Ceremony, the Hellenic Grand Priory annually recognises with its highest distinction, organizations and individuals whose actions support people in need or promote culture, tradition and entrepreneurship.
In the afternoon, at the same venue, the Investiture and Promotions Ceremony will take place. Six new postulants with distinguished studies and career will become members of the Hellenic Grand Priory and the Order.
A Gala Dinner will close the festivities.
Further details on the dress code, the participation fee, the hotel reservation at the Athens Marriott Hotel, together with the Registration form will be sent through email in early November.
In the meantime, should you need any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact Dame Helena Margaropoulou, General Secretary, email: margaropoulou [at] gmail.com.