Orthodox Christianity Georgia

'Nation needs spiritual strength' - Georgian politicians congratulate new Patriarch

Church in Georgia

May 12, 2026

Both ruling party and opposition representatives sent their congratulations.

Epiphanius I of Ukraine congratulates Shio Mujiri on election as Patriarch of Georgia

Church in Georgia

May 11, 2026

“May the Lord bless this new chapter in the life of the Georgian Orthodox Church”

Shio Mujiri elected the 142nd Patriarch of Georgia

Church in Georgia

May 11, 2026

The new Patriarch took the name Shio III.