Axia! One Year Anniversary of Ordination of Archdeaconess Angelic-Phoebe
Archdeaconess Angelic-Phoebe is congratulated after Ordination. Photo credit: Annie Frost
On May 2, 2024, Holy Thursday, Angelic Molen of Harare, Zimbabwe, was ordained Deaconess Angelic in the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Alexandria and all Africa (the Orthodox Church in the continent of Africa) by His Eminence Metropolitan Serafim of Zimbabwe (Kykotis) in St. Nektarios Mission Parish at WaterFall. This historic event would not be possible without the approval and support of the Alexandrian Synod and His Beatitude Theodorus. The ordination of Deaconess Angelic, using the Byzantine rite, was the culmination of efforts around the world to renew the ancient order of deaconesses in the Orthodox Church, and specifically for the local needs of parishes in Africa… (read more)
The St. Phoebe Center thanks Elsi Takala and Riina Nguyen for their translation work.
Keep Archdeaconess Angelic-Phoebe and Her Ministry in Your Prayers
Prayers for the continued ministry of Archdeaconess Angelic-Phoebe is vital to encourage her to carry out God’s work and give her the strength and perseverance she needs. You can download the special prayer card below to include in your daily prayers. You may also want to make copies of it and ask others to prayer for Archdeaconess Angelic-Phoebe all well.
How the African Women’s Grant Supports Archdeaconess Angelic-Phoebe
St. Phoebe Center established an African Orthodox Women’s Grant in 2024 to support the efforts of women like Archdeaconess Angelic-Phoebe – women who are richly engaged in the life of the Orthodox Church.
The generous donations of faithful supporters, like you, have made it possible for Archdeaconess Angelic-Phoebe to pursue a university education in Geography and Environmental Studies, placing the sanctity of Earth at the forefront of her work.
“The Earth is a sacred gift from God,” she says, “We must protect it from harm and live in harmony with the plants, animals, and every living thing.” Noting the underrepresentation of African women in leadership positions, she is also committed to using this degree as a means to empower her sisters in Christ. “I will hold seminars and workshops for my fellow African Orthodox women to increase the rate of participation,” she says.
More information about the African Women’s Grant can be found here.
