Georgian Patriarch Marks 42nd Anniversary of Consecration

The Georgian Orthodox Church marked the 42nd anniversary of the enthronement of Catholicos-Patriarch of All Georgia, His Holiness and Beatitude Ilia II on Wednesday.

Patriarch Ilia II has officially been the spiritual head of the Georgian Orthodox Church for 42 years, elected on December 23, 1977, when he was 44 years old.

A divine church service was held at the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral in Mtskheta to mark the special occasion. 

His Holiness will turn 87 in January. 

Based on public polls, Patriarch Ilia II is the most trusted figure in Georgia.

By Ana Dumbadze 

25 December 2019 11:59