Patriarch Bartholomew I (Ecumenical Patriarch)

Patriarch Bartholomew I is the spiritual leader of the Eastern Orthodox Church, based in Istanbul, Turkey. As Ecumenical Patriarch, he holds a primacy of honor among Orthodox Christian bishops worldwide, promoting unity, dialogue, and social justice. He advocates for environmental issues, religious tolerance, and interfaith cooperation, often referred to as the “Green Patriarch” for his environmental activism. While he does not have direct authority over all Orthodox churches, he serves as a unifying figure and moral voice within global Orthodoxy, emphasizing faith, peace, and respect among diverse religious communities.