His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America has issued an Encyclical on behalf of the Holy Eparchial Synod designating October 17, 2021, as the thirteenth observance of National Leadership 100 Sunday. The celebration is held on a Sunday in proximity to the Feastday of Saint Iakovos on October 23, in honor of the Founder of Leadership 100, Archbishop Iakovos of Blessed Memory.

Parish priests throughout the nation will read the Encyclical at the Divine Liturgy and distribute materials on the support provided by Leadership 100 for the National Ministries of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, as well as for ministries in every Metropolis.

Argyris Vassiliou, Chairman of Leadership 100, stated:

“National Leadership 100 Sunday continues to demonstrate the unwavering support Leadership 100 provides for the National Ministries of our Archdiocese, which has become even more critical during these challenging times.”

Today, Leadership 100 counts 1,161 members from a broad spectrum of Greek Orthodox leaders, men and women of all ages from every field of endeavor. Since its founding, Leadership 100 has distributed more than $65 million in grants to support the National Ministries of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, Metropolis Ministries, and humanitarian needs in the nation and around the world.