Back to newsOn Saturday, April 25, 2026, the Metropolitan Bishop of Rethymno and Avlopotamos, Prodromos, celebrated a hierarchical Divine Liturgy at the Church of Saint Antonios in the village of Veni, near Rethymno. This was the first time the Bishop officiated at this particular church, marking a notable occasion for the local Orthodox community. The service drew parishioners and officials from the wider Rethymno region. For visitors interested in Greek Orthodox traditions, the church of Agios Antonios in Veni offers an authentic glimpse into local religious life. Veni is a small village in the Rethymno regional unit, accessible by car from the city of Rethymno. Tourists exploring inland Crete may find such village churches worth visiting outside of service hours, as they often feature traditional architecture and frescoes representative of Cretan religious heritage.
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Bishop Prodromos Celebrates First Liturgy at Veni Church
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