Non-Profit Organization

Reducing Animal Suffering Through the
Teachings of the Eastern Orthodox Church

Bridging the gap between ancient Patristic wisdom and modern animal welfare through scholarship, education, and global advocacy

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✝ Est. in 2017 with the blessings of then Archbishop of Thyateira, Gregorios, and Metropolitan Kallistos Ware ✝

Without Compassionate Action, Animal Suffering Grows

Eastern Orthodoxy teaches that animals are part of God’s creation, deserving of respect and compassion as living beings created by the same Creator. 

Embracing these compassionate teachings invites you to be a steward of mercy and kindness to the animals who depend on you.

This organization exists to bring that sacred perspective back to the heart of animal care, and to remind you and your community that compassion for animals flows from your spiritual responsibility to reflect Christ’s mercy. 

By integrating Orthodox teachings with practical action, Pan-Orthodox Concern for Animals aims to fill a spiritual gap and inspire a deeper, faith-driven commitment to protect and care for all creatures.

What We Do
What We Do

From Thesis to Advocacy: POCA’s Impact in Creation Care and Animal Welfare

Theological Leadership & Scholarship

✝ Foundation Research
✝ Major Publications
✝ Peer-Reviewed Articles
✝ Patristic Engagement

Global Outreach & Education

✝ Theological Forums
✝ Keynote Speeches
✝ Educational Course
✝ Seminary Focus

Direct Advocacy & Activism

✝ Animal Testing
✝ Farmed Animal Welfare
✝ Wildlife Protection
✝ Legal & Policy Work
✝ Climate & Diet


Our Mission:

The advancement of Christian respect & responsibility for animal creation with special reference to:
Eastern Orthodox teachings –
ancient and modern,
reducing the suffering of animals and their environments, and how these teachings are relevant to contemporary animal and environmental issues.

What We Do
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Years of Foundational Research and Public Theology

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Sessions Held at Global Theological Forums

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Peer-Reviewed Scholary Publications and Articles

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Comprehensive ‘Creation Care’ Course Offered Free

Who We Are

Promoting Compassion & Care for All His Creatures

Theologians

Church thinkers highlight Scriptures and Church Fathers who see animals as part of God’s plan, calling us to extend Christ’s love to all creatures.

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Academics

Scholars explore how ancient Orthodox teachings meet modern animal care research, building knowledge about our duty to protect God’s creation.

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Laity

Regular churchgoers put faith into action by helping animals in need—simple kindness to pets and wildlife shows Christ’s mercy in everyday life.

Who We Are

“The dessert fathers knew that a person with a pure heart was able to sense the connection with the rest of creation and especially with the animal world…”
– Patricarch Bartholomew
Encountering the Mystery

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