Deposed Bishop Tychikos is challenging the authority of the Ecumenical Patriarchate as he seeks to reclaim his position as Metropolitan of Paphos through civil courts.
- Deposed Bishop Tychikos is challenging the authority of the Ecumenical Patriarchate as he seeks to reclaim his position as Metropolitan of Paphos through civil courts.
Despite previously stating he would respect the decisions made by the Holy Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate in Constantinople, Tychikos has reversed his stance. He has communicated his intent not to abide by the rulings of either the Church of Cyprus Holy Synod or the Ecumenical Synod.
Recent reports indicate that the former Metropolitan of Paphos has sent a letter to the Holy Synod, formally appealing for his reinstatement. In this letter, Tychikos argues that his position was rightfully granted through an election process endorsed by the faithful of the Paphos Metropolitan District.
While expressing gratitude to the Synod members in his correspondence, Tychikos refrains from detailing the reasons behind his appeal. He does not address the ongoing delays regarding his potential return or the Synod members’ awareness of his decisions.
As this situation unfolds, anticipation grows regarding the next meeting of the Holy Synod and how its members will respond to Tychikos’s new approach. He is reportedly planning to return to Cyprus from Greece imminently, which could add urgency to the proceedings.
