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Christ is Risen! Archbishop Celebrates Holy Pascha

CHICAGO, IL [DOM] – On the great and saving day of the Resurrection of the Lord, Pascha, April 20, His Eminence Archbishop Daniel of Chicago and the Midwest celebrated the festal services at Holy Trinity Cathedral, the Diocesan Cathedral of the Diocese of the Midwest, Chicago, IL. The Archbishop was joined by cathedral clergy, Priest […]

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ARCHPASTORAL GREETINGS OF THE MOST REVEREND DANIEL ARCHBISHOP OF CHICAGO AND THE MIDWEST ON THE BRIGHT AND JOYOUS FEAST OF PASCHA

ARCHPASTORAL GREETINGS OF THE MOST REVEREND DANIEL ARCHBISHOP OF CHICAGO AND THE MIDWEST ON THE BRIGHT AND JOYOUS FEAST OF PASCHA – 20 APRIL 2025 Beloved Very Reverend and Reverend Clergy, Monastics, and Faithful of the God-protected Diocese of Chicago and the Midwest: ☙ CHRIST IS RISEN! ❧ Before the dawn Mary and the women

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Chicago Deanery gathers around Archbishop to Begin Holy Week

CHICAGO, IL [DOM] – The Chicago Deanery gathered on Sunday evening, April 13, to begin Great and Holy Week serving Bridegroom Matins. The service was lead by His Eminence Archbishop Daniel of Chicago and the Midwest who was joined by local clergy. Archbishop Daniel offer a sermon on Palm Sunday and the beginning of Holy

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Archbishop Celebrates Palm Sunday in Chicago

CHICAGO, IL [DOM] – The Feast of our Lord’s Entry into Jerusalem was celebrated by His Eminence Archbishop Daniel of Chicago and the Midwest this past Sunday, April 13 at the Diocesan Cathedral, Holy Trinity Cathedral, Chicago, IL. His Eminence was joined by cathedral clergy, Priest Alexander Koranda, Cathedral Dean, Archpriest Tasrasiy Maxim, Deacon Paul

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Commemorating Archbishop John (Garklavs) on the Anniversary of Repose

CHICAGO, IL [DOM] – April 11 commemorates the falling asleep of His Eminence Archbishop John (Garkalvas). The Archbishop served the Diocese of the Midwest from 1957-1978, and is remembered for many of his great attributes, but also for his guardianship of the Tikhvin Icon of the Mother of God. A memorial service will be held

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Dayton, OH Lenten Retreat Focuses on Life of St. Mary of Egypt

DAYTON, OH [DOM] – On Saturday, March 29, St Paul the Apostle Church in Dayton, OH hosted Lenten Retreat, bringing together parishioners and guests for a morning of reflection and spiritual growth. The day began with Divine Liturgy at 9:30 AM. Archpriest Alexander Rentel, who was the guest speaker for the Lenten Retreat, officiated at

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Proclamation concerning the Anniversary of the Repose of St. Tikhon

A clergy gathering with St. Tikhon To the clergy, monastics, and faithful of the Orthodox Church in America, beloved children in the Lord, This year, the Orthodox Church in America marks the 100th anniversary of the repose of Saint Tikhon, Patriarch of Moscow and Enlightener of North America. It is now a full century since this

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New Curriculum and Video Celebrates the Life of St. Tikhon

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Orthodox Journeys, LLC is pleased to announce its curriculum and animated video exploring the life of Saint Tikhon, Apostle to America and Patriarch of Moscow is now available for parishes. The curriculum, with over 120 pages of content, lessons, activities, and resources was created specifically to help parishes, clergy, families, and young people learn

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Chancellor Awarded Jeweled Cross

CHICAGO, IL [DOM] – On the Third Sunday of Great Lent, the Sunday of the Cross, March 23, His Eminence Archbishop Daniel of Chicago and the Midwest presided over the divine services at the Diocesan Cathedral, Holy Trinity Cathedral, Chicago, IL. Serving with the Archbishop were Archpriest Herman Kincaid, Chancellor, Priest Alexander Koranda, Cathedral Dean,

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