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Pastoral Visit to Homestead, PA (4/10/16)
On Sunday April 10, 2016, His Grace Bishop Gregory made a pastoral visit to St Nicholas Orthodox Church in Homestead, PA to preside over Divine Liturgy.
Bishop Gregory's visitation took place following the Central Region Diocesan Lenten Retreat which took place on Saturday April 9, 2016, during which His Grace served as Retreat Master.
The posted photos, courtesy of Kira Fischer, show selected scenes from the Hierarchical Liturgy and the fellowship brunch which followed in the parish hall.
Bishop Gregory's visitation took place following the Central Region Diocesan Lenten Retreat which took place on Saturday April 9, 2016, during which His Grace served as Retreat Master.
The posted photos, courtesy of Kira Fischer, show selected scenes from the Hierarchical Liturgy and the fellowship brunch which followed in the parish hall.
Bishop Gregory is greeted with the traditional gifts of bread and salt in the Church Narthex.
"It is good!"
Bishop Gregory receives the Hand Cross which was presented by Fr. Michael.
"You have entered O Archpriest into the Church of the Most- High God!"
Bishop Gregory ascends the Episcopal Throne.
The Small Entrance.
Eis Polla Eti Despota!
Bishop Gregory offered the homily.
The Great Entrance.
"May the Lord God remember the departed Hierarchs, Orestes, Peter Methodius John and Nicholas in His Kingdom...."
The final dismissal.
Bishop Gregory offered a few words to the faithful at the conclusion of Divine Liturgy.
After offering the prayer of blessing, Bishop Gregory visited the brunch buffet table which offered a wide variety of delicious Lenten foods.
Bishop Gregory receives a beautiful bouquet of flowers from some of the young women in attendance.
His Grace Bishop Gregory with the children who presented him with flowers.
Bishop Gregory is pictured with some of the parish youth.