BETHLEHEM, PA [DOEPA]
On Sunday, January 19, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Bethlehem, PA.
Serving the Divine Liturgy with His Eminence were Archpriest Nikolai, Rector, Deacon Geoffrey LoBalbo, and the servers of the parish.
His Eminence offered the homily speaking on how we must pray for everyone and the importance on prayer, whether they love us or hate us.
Following the Dismissal, His Eminence extended Archpastoral Greetings to the faithful of the parish. He stated his prayers towards the faithful traveling home due to the incoming snowstorm. Father Nikolai extended gratitude to His Eminence for his presence at the Divine Liturgy.
After the veneration of the Cross, a meal was held in the fellowship hall.
May God grant His Eminence Archbishop Mark, Archpriest Nikolai, Matushka Liudmyla and their family, and the faithful of St. Nicholas Church many years!
Glory to God for all things!