Who is Rev Dr. Chryssavgis J?

Rev Dr. John Chryssavgis is an author, theologian, and clergyman in the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America. He is known for his work in the field of environmental theology and has written several books on the subject. He currently serves as the theological advisor to the Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople.

Rev. Dr. Chryssavgis J. Katsiroubas

Biography:

- Born in Rhodes, Greece, in 1958
- Ordained as a Greek Orthodox priest in 1989
- Served as pastor of several Greek Orthodox churches in the United States
- Earned a Doctor of Ministry degree from Fuller Theological Seminary in 2013

Positions and Affiliations:

- Senior Pastor, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Carmel, Indiana
- Dean of Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Indianapolis and Midwest
- Chairman, Archdiocesan Clergy Pension Board
- Member, National Council of Churches
- Board Member, Hellenic College and Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology

Academic and Theological Contributions:

- Author of several books and articles on Orthodox theology and spirituality
- Lecturer and speaker on topics related to Eastern Christianity
- Contributes regularly to Orthodox publications, including "The Greek Orthodox Theological Review" and "Orthodox Tradition"
- Known for his interfaith dialogue and outreach efforts

Awards and Recognition:

- Archimandrite (2006)
- Doctor of Divinity (honoris causa) from the University of Indianapolis (2019)

Areas of Expertise:

- Orthodox theology and spirituality
- Interfaith dialogue
- Pastoral ministry
- Church leadership