Akathist to St. Panteleimon in Berwick - 07/27/09
On Monday evening, 7/27/2009, 14 members of St. John's parish together
with many Christians, both Orthodox and non, joined Vladykha Tilhon and
members of Holy Annunciation Orthodox Church in Berwick to celebrate an
Akathist to St. Panteleimon on his feast day. The faithful were
annointed with holy oil from the monastery of St. Panteleimon on Mt.
Athos. Vladykha delivered the sermon, admonishing the faithful to
understand the way of the Cross in an manner which acknowledges the
positive aspects of sufferring and becoming fonts of God's grace. A
wonderful potluck followed outside on the parish lawn. This healing
service was a tremendous success.