Orthodox Christian West: September 2007

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CHRISTMINSTER MOVE

Having obtained episcopal blessing, Fr. James, the Superior of Christ the Saviour Monastery (ROCOR) is preparing to move the monastery to Hamilton, Ontario.

In July, Fr. James visited Hamilton and celebrated the Divine Liturgy of the Western Rite at Our Lady of Glastonbury Oratory, which will be the new home of the monastery after the move.

WESTERN RITE IN OKLAHOMA CITY

Saint Benedict’s (ROCOR) Parish in Oklahoma City has been officially using the Western Rite since Bishop Peter of Cleveland blessed the Rector, Fr. Anthony Nelson, to to do so in 2006.

Saint Benedict’s church Oklahoma City.

Archpriest Anthony Nelson celebrating the Western Rite.

EDITORIAL

1 Esdras 4:58 (part) From Thee cometh victory, from Thee cometh wisdom, and Thine is the glory and I am Thy servant. Blessed art Thou who hast given me wisdom: For to Thee I give thanks O Lord of our fathers.

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