Bishop Tychikos Requests to Annul His Suspension
January 12, 2026
Bishop Tychikos filed a request with the Supreme Court to annul his suspension from the Metropolis of Paphos, just four days after the Holy Synod imposed an indefinite leave of absence on him. The request was submitted through his lawyer, and a judge will decide whether he can challenge the Synod's decision. The Holy Synod had set a condition that he refrain from legal actions to lift the suspension. Further details mention the Church of Cyprus's role as a self-governing entity. Legal nuances confirm the Church's autonomy and rights under the Constitution.