On a tour through Kalavryta, Kyriakos Mitsotakis received a warm welcome, but not everything went according to plan. His visit included a stop at the Mega Spilaio monastery; however, upon arrival, he found the place seemingly deserted. Both the Abbot and the monks were missing, which was later attributed to the Abbot’s health issues by official statements. No bell tolled in his honor, a fact not unnoticed following recent controversies involving the Church’s stance on social issues such as same-sex marriage.
The absence of the monks and the silence of the bell held a symbolic weight, considering the Church’s clear opposition to the recent legislative changes regarding same-sex unions.
Below are comments from individuals responding to the event:
1. One commentator sarcastically suggests that since Mitsotakis is not getting the expected reception at churches, perhaps he should be guided by someone knowledgeable to a synagogue instead.
2. Another comment takes a more critical stance, hinting at discontent and advising avoidance.
