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Bishop Gregory's Pastoral Visit to Niles, IL (11/9/14)
On the weekend of November 8-9, 2014, His Grace, Bishop Gregory made an Archpastoral Visit to St. Michael's Church in Niles, IL to preside over the parish's 100th Anniversary Celebration.

Some of the children from Saint Michael's Church attended a Meet & Greet with Bishop Gregory on Saturday afternoon. It was an informal gathering where the children had the opportunity to get to know Bishop Gregory. Likewise, he learned a little bit about them. Everyone enjoyed pizza and taffy apples!

A lighter moment.

Bishop Gregory enjoyed the opportunity to speak to the youth about their involvement in the life of the Church.

This young lady had her turn at asking His Grace a question.

The parents and youth listened intently to His Grace.

These young people clearly enjoyed their time with His Grace.

Blessing the food.

Enjoying the delicious apples.

His Grace with the parish youth and family members.

President Geary Foltman presents traditional bread and salt to His Grace, Bishop Gregory

Very Rev. Protopresbyter Samuel Sherry presenting traditional cross for His Grace's blessing

Pani Bonnie Sherry holding her grandson, William

St. Michael's parishioner and granddaughter lighting candles

Holding of candles during Epistle reading

St. Michael's Alumni Choir under direction of Emil Misichko

Gospel reading by Father Deacon Peter Soldini

Bishop Gregory talking to William

Sermon . . .

Faithful listening to His Grace

Great Entrance

Liturgy

Communion

Blessing

Clergy at St. Michael's Liturgy

Clergy and Faithful in attendance at 100th Anniversary Celebration

Invocation at Banquet

God Bless America!

Toast from Father Sam

Children's poem

Presentation of Roses to Bishop Gregory

Children with Bishop Gregory

Toastmaster Archon Wesley A. Stinich Welcoming Everyone!

President Geary Foltman's Address

Father Jonathon Bannon presents gift from Christ the Savior Church, Rockford

Alumni Folk Dancers

His Grace speaks . . .

Alumni Campers

Reflections . . .

Clergy and faithful in attendance . . .
