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Metropolitan of Kition GOC: The Blessing on the Farm was Conducted with Police Presence and Protocols

Published February 27, 2026, 12:03
Metropolitan of Kition GOC: The Blessing on the Farm was Conducted with Police Presence and Protocols

The Metropolitan of Kition GOC, Bishop Gerasimos, clarifies that the blessing on a livestock farm in Larnaca was carried out normally and in full compliance with safety protocols for foot-and-mouth disease. The blessing was performed after a request from the farmers, after the prayers had been read in the church of Agios Spyridon. The priest emphasizes that all protocols were followed, with two checks and disinfection by state services, as well as disinfection by the farmers themselves before and after entering the premises. The presence of police and army was the result of communication with the authorities, who requested details of the process. Bishop Gerasimos assures that the Church never acts irresponsibly and that the actions were carried out only after consultation and compliance with the protocols. For its part, the police is investigating the matter to determine compliance with the measures, while the priests' claims are being examined.