† Archimandrite Ephrem Lash

† Archimandrite Ephrem Lash

It is with a great sense of loss to the Institute and ourselves that we report the death of our former Director, Father Archimandrite Ephrem Lash, who passed to his rest on 15 March. Father Ephrem was more than a lecturer and collaborator of the Institute – he was also a mentor, a spiritual guide and an inspiration for us all.
Generations of students will recall Father Ephrem’s unique wit, his lack of what he would brand as ‘piosity’ and his dedication to the essential truths of the faith. He will be greatly missed by all the staff, students and friends of IOCS.
May he rest in peace and may his memory be eternal!