Concepts create idols; only wonder grasps anything. - St Gregory of Nyssa

Sunday, May 1, 2011

The Consecration of +Matthias, Bishop of Chicago and the Midwest

I had the distinct honor to be able to travel to the consecration of Archimandrite Matthias, raised to the dignity of Bishop. This was a new experience, I have never witnessed a consecration or ordination (of a priest) before. The consecration took place at Christ the Savior Orthodox Church, in Chicago, on April 30, 2011.

A wonderful, very long occasion. The perfect way to bring Bright Week to a close.

Following are some photos; I apologize for the quality, they were taken with my blackberry camera.

AXIOS! AXIOS! AXIOS!



Archimandrite Matthias, brought forth for consecration
The faithful, gathered in love.
His Grace, Bishop +Matthias








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