Suspension of Tychicos by the Holy Synod
January 7, 2026
The Holy Synod of the Church of Cyprus is set to impose a suspension on the deposed Metropolitan Tychicos, despite his attempts to prevent this penalty. Tychicos submitted a request to appeal to the civil courts, which is considered pointless by ecclesiastical circles. The decision of the Supreme Court supports the Holy Synod's position, indicating that the Church has the exclusive right to regulate its internal matters. This situation is expected to marginalize him for a long time. Despite his efforts, Tychicos is viewed as disobedient to both the Holy Synod and the Ecumenical Patriarchate.