Former bishop of Paphos Tychikos has requested through his lawyer that the Holy Synod retract its decisions concerning his case, following an incident at St Paul’s church in Paphos, when the officiating priest refused to let him take part in a liturgy citing Tychikos’ suspension.

Alternatively, Tychikos suggested that the Supreme Court annul the decisions or have the case re-examined through “legitimate procedures”.

According to Tychikos, restrictions imposed on suspended clerics are applied to leading liturgy. Other actions, such as commemorations, are allowed.

He reported his “violent” removal from the church’s sanctuary, with claims currently being investigated by the police.

Tychikos was removed from the Paphos bishopric at an emergency synod session in May 2025, following a series of disputes with Archbishop Georgios over matters of church protocol.

The bishop had filed a new appeal at the end of January 2026, challenging the Synod’s earlier decision to place him on suspension.