A Diocese of the Orthodox Church in America
TO ALL RECTORS, AND ALL PRIESTS IN CHARGE OF THE DIOCESE OF THE MIDWEST The Holy Synod met by teleconference on March 30th and based on that meeting, here are the following changes I am making in my directives: I will bless the celebration of Divine Liturgy only on Sundays where the church needs to be …
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Dear Clergy, Monastics and Laity of the Diocese of the Midwest, It is with a heavy heart that I am issuing a directive to suspend all public services throughout the Diocese of the Midwest, effective March 25th at 12 noon. This applies to areas that are not under shutdown by the civil authorities. My directive …
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BURBANK, IL [DOM Communications] – On Thursday, March 26, His Grace Bishop Paul will be hosting a virtual gathering for diocesan youth at 2:00 P.M. CST. “We are living in unprecedented times in our world. Many of us are living in fear and anxiety as schedules and norms change daily in our lives in the …
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BURBANK, IL [DOM Communications] – In light of the most recent developments regarding the Corona Virus, the Diocese of the Midwest has set up a resource page to help clergy and faithful stay up to date with the latest protocols and information. In addition to helpful insights for communities, reflections will also be made available …
Diocese of the Midwest Launches Coronavirus Resource Page Continue reading »
Chesterton, IN [DOM Communications] — Saint Elizabeth Church will sponsor a retreat titled “Seek Peace and Peruse It” on Saturday, April 4, 2020. The retreat speakers will be Mr. John Maddex, CEO and founder of Ancient Faith Ministries, and his daughter, Mrs. Molly Sabourin, the co-founder of the ministry Filled With Less. The day will begin with …
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Beloved Faithful, We have entered the most profound season of Great Lent when we concern ourselves with repentance and good works. During this sacred time, we look at every way in which we can draw closer to our loving Savior. This takes a great deal of attention. We are striving to simplify our diets and our …
A Statement from His Grace, Bishop Paul on the Coronavirus Continue reading »
PART III I have been a part of the Orthodox Church in America for more than 35 years and have served in various parish, diocesan and national roles. Our autocephaly remains for me a great gift and a very positive, even necessary development for Orthodoxy in North America. I say this as a lay member …
Reflections on Autocephaly: Protinica Michelle Jannakos Continue reading »
CHICAGO, IL [DOM Communications] – On Forgiveness Sunday 2020, His Grace Bishop Paul celebrated divine services at the historic Diocesan Cathedral, Holy Trinity Cathedral. The day began with the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy. His Grace delivered the homily, teaching that Great Lent is a “needed disruption in our lives.” He encouraged the faithful to take advantage …
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Burbank, IL [DOM Communications] – Thursday, February 27, marked the official move of the Diocesan Center from Chicago, IL to Burbank, IL. The diocesan offices are now located on the property of Archangel Michael Church in the south suburbs of Chicago. In addition to housing the diocesan offices, the property of Archangel Michael will serve …
ASTORIA, NY [DOM Communications] – The Eastern Orthodox Committee on Scouting offers up to two $1000 scholarships for 2020. The applicants are selected by demonstrating love of God and the Orthodox Christian Faith through service, scholarship, leadership, and practical citizenship in their Church, school, Scouting unit, and community, as the EOCS website explains. To be …
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