Metropolitan Damaskinos of Andrianople, who died on 5 November at the age of 75, has been described as a world-renowned theologian, eminent professor, prolific writer, respected church leader, beloved pastor and esteemed ecumenist. This tribute appears in a memorial letter from the Rev. Dr Olav Fykse Tveit, general secretary of the World Council of Churches (WCC).
10 November 2011