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Greek Priest Defends Homosexual Acceptance, Rejects Nationalism

8/27/2026

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Greek priest Dionysios Tabakis issued a statement clarifying his views on homosexuality and nationalism.
He said his stance on homosexuality follows the Orthodox Church’s teaching for 2,000 years.
Tabakis affirmed homosexual people deserve love and acceptance after many face family rejection.
Tabakis said nationalism is a source of blood, wars, and profit.
Tabakis announced his first live set at Philadelphia’s Making Time festival next month.

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Greek priest Dionysios Tabakis issued a statement clarifying his views on homosexuality and nationalism.
He said his stance on homosexuality follows the Orthodox Church’s teaching for 2,000 years.
Tabakis affirmed homosexual people deserve love and acceptance after many face family rejection.
Tabakis said nationalism is a source of blood, wars, and profit.
Tabakis announced his first live set at Philadelphia’s Making Time festival next month.