Dear Beloved Clergy and Laity of our God-Protected Diocese,

Glory to Jesus Christ!

oday we see our world spinning out of control. Violence, poverty, hatred, drug overdoses, homelessness, theft and senseless killings are all increasing. The conflict in Ukraine continues. From the very beginning as God fearing people we have been praying for the Lord's help. In all of our Divine Liturgies additional petitions and prayers have been offered.  And yet the struggle continues around the world. I believe we must intensify our prayers.