Press Releases - 2014
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Bishop Gregory Takes Part In OCF Board Meeting
BROOKLINE, MA [Orthodox Christian Fellowship] -- His Grace, Bishop Gregory, Episcopal Liason to the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the USA for the Orthodox Christian Fellowship, took part in the annual OCF board of directors meeting December 4-5, 2014 at Hellenic College & Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, MA.
Thronal Feast of Ecumenical Patriarchate Concludes
ISTANBUL – His Holiness Pope Francis departed the Phanar after attending the celebrations for the Ecumenical Patriarchate's Thronal Feast on the occasion of the Feast of St. Andrew, first-called of the Apostles and brother of St. Peter, the founder of the Church of Rome. The Joint Declaration signed by both Primates affirmed their personal commitment towards Christian unity as well as solidarity with the poor and vulnerable throughout the world.
Bishop Gregory Celebrates Second Anniversary of Consecration to the Episcopacy
JOHNSTOWN, PA -- With gratitude to Almighty God, the clergy and the faithful of the American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Diocese extend their heartfelt congratulations and best wishes, today - November 27, 2014, to His Grace, Bishop Gregory of Nyssa on the first anniversary of his Consecration and Enthronement as Ruling Diocesan Bishop. The past year has been a joyful year for the clergy and the faithful of the Diocese, as they have come to know their new Hierarch.
Diocesan Advent Mission Project
Johnstown, PA -- [National SR ACRY] With the blessing of His Grace, Bishop Gregory, the National Senior ACRY is sponsoring an Advent Mission Project to benefit Diocesan mission parishes. This project will be an annual event during the Advent season, and will focus on assisting our Diocesan mission parishes that are in need of various liturgical articles and supplies. Working closely with the Diocesan Chancery, the National SR ACRY has learned of significant needs
Greek Orthodox Archdiocese To Host Pastoral Challenges in Marriage Conference
The Center For Parish Family Care of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America In collaboration with the Metropolises and parishes of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America is sponsoring a conference entitled: "Pastoral Challenges in Marriage - Oneness: Growing and Protecting the Blessed Communion From January 28-31, 2015 in San Francisco, CA
IOCC Sunday To Be Observed On November 23, 2014
JOHNSTOWN, PA -- [IOCC] Each year, the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States of America designates the Sunday before U.S. Thanksgiving Day as “IOCC Sunday.” This year’s commemoration falls on Sunday, November 23. International Orthodox Christian Charities (IOCC), the official humanitarian aid agency of the Assembly of Bishops, is supported by generous donations from Orthodox Christians.
Cathedral To Host Advent Lecture Series
JOHNSTOWN, PA -- With the blessing of His Grace, Bishop Gregory of Nyssa, Christ the Saviour Cathedral is pleased to announce that it will host a three week Advent Lecture series. The lectures, which will be open to the public and will be live streamed via the internet, will take place on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm beginning December 2, 2014. They will be one hour in duration and will include a Q & A session.
St Michael's In Binghamton to Celebrate 110th Anniversary
BINGHAMTON, NY---The parish family of St. Michael’s Church will celebrate the Feast of the Holy Archangel Michael and mark a dual anniversary this weekend as they greet His Grace, Bishop Gregory of Nyssa for his first pastoral visit to the community. The parish, named in honor the Archangel Michael, was organized in 1904
Camp Alumni Reunion Well Attended
On Saturday, November 1, 2014 over 60 Camp Nazareth Alumni gathered together with His Grace Bishop Gregory at Camp Nazareth for an afternoon of learning, fellowship, socializing, story-sharing, prayer, worship of God and fun. It was the first event of its kind for Camp Nazareth alumni because it gathered together in one place alum from nearly every generation of campers, volunteers, chaplains and staff. The Camp is approaching its 40th
Fall 2014 Stewardship Commission Meeting
Diocesan Stewardship Commission met in Johnstown on September 30, 2014. The meeting was hosted by His Grace, Bishop Gregory and Father Frank P. Miloro, Diocesan Chancellor. Father Frederick Watson, Commission Chairman, noted in his opening comments that approximately one fourth of parishes have not yet appointed Stewardship Coordinators.
Camp Nazareth Alumni Reunion
JOHNSTOWN, PA [Diocesan Chancery] -- Camp Nazareth is beginning the process of forming an Alumni Association to keep our former campers, staff, clergy and volunteers connected to the Camp and to one another. Many alumni of Camp have called it their “second home”. Many alumni recognize Camp and its programs have helped deepen their faith. All alumni, whether camper, staff, clergy
Real Break 2015 Opportunities for Diocesan College Students
JOHNSTOWN, PA - The Chancery is pleased to announce that The Orthodox Christian Fellowship Campus Ministry (OCF) has announced its schedule of 2015 Real Break Trips. Of note to our Diocesan College Students is a proposed trip to St Nicholas Home for Children in Slovakia from March 6-14, 2015, which would would be led by Very Rev.
Attention Diocesan College Students! 2014 OCF College Conference Registration Now Open
JOHNSTOWN, PA - The Chancery is pleased to announce that registration for the 2014 College Conferences is now open. The conferences will be held during Christmas Break in two locations: St. Nicholas Ranch in Dunlap, Calif and Antiochian Village in Bolivar, Pa.; each centering on Orthodox Christian Fellowship's (OCF) theme for the year
Antiochian Village to Host Orthodox Institute 2014
JOHNSTOWN, PA [Diocesan Chancery] -- Diocesan clergy and faithful are cordially invited to take part in the 2014 Orthodox Institute for Continuing Education in the Faith which will take place at Antiochian Village from October 30- November 2, 2014. The theme of this year's Institute and weekend of spiritual renewal is Theosis: Your Life With God.
A Reflection on the 2014 National ACRY Convention
NATIONAL ACRY -- For those of you who were able to join us at the 70th Senior & 31st Junior National ACRY Convention, hosted by the Holy Ghost ACRY Chapter #30 of Phoenixville, PA over Labor Day weekend, you already know what a fantastic time was had by all! For those of you who were unable to attend
Schedule of His Grace, Bishop Gregory For
October - November 2014
JOHNSTOWN, PA -- The schedule of His Grace, Bishop Gregory of Nyssa for October - November 2014, has been released by the Diocesan Chancery.
Bishop Gregory Participates in Fifth Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the USA Meeting In Dallas, TX
DALLAS, TX -- His Grace, Bishop Gregory is participating in the Fifth Annual Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the USA Meeting, here in Dallas from Sept 15 -18. Bishop Gregory was selected to serve on a panel of Bishops who fielded questions from the faithful in attendance at the opening Doxology Service about the work of the Assembly.
Attention Diocesan Youth: Fall Encounter To Take Place At Camp Nazareth
MERCER, PA – The National Jr. ACRY will once again be hosting its Weekend Encounter at Camp Nazareth over Veteran’s Day Weekend. The event will be held from November 7-9, 2014, and is open to youth ages 8 – 18. Attendees do not have to be a member of the Jr. ACRY to attend. The weekend’s activities will include time for prayer,
Photographic Exhibit of the Consecration of Bishop Gregory Is Featured In Johnstown Tribune-Democrat Newspaper
JOHNSTOWN, PA [Tribune-Democrat Newspaper]-- An exhibit of photographs will show an Orthodox tradition. The photographic exhibition by Nicholas Bocher – “Axios: The Ordination and Enthronement of an Orthodox Bishop” – will be on display through Sept. 27 at Community Arts Center
Holy Trinity Orthodox Christian Academy Begins New Academic Year
WARREN, OHIO -- The 2014-2015 Academic Year began on September 2, 2015 at Holy Trinity Orthodox Christian Academy of Warren, Ohio. Holy Trinity Orthodox Christian Academy offers a faith based education for students from Pre Kindergarten to the 6th grade.
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