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\n 22/01/2012
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\nThe stavropegial communities of the Western Rite Vicariate of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia have launched a new website, giving an introduction and points of contact for those interested in becomin Orthodox in the Western Rite.
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\nThese missions and study societies are directly under the omophor of Metropolitan Hilarion of New York and Eastern America, and operate on the territory of the Great Britain Diocese with the agreement of Archbishop Mark of Great Britain. They are cared for by Bishop Jerome of Manhattan, the Episcopal Vicar for ROCOR's Western Rite Vicariate.
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\nPlease pray that this witness of the Orthodox Faith will add to the existing efforts to bring souls to Christ.
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\nThe stavropegial communities of the Western Rite Vicariate of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia have launched a new website, giving an introduction and points of contact for those interested in becomin Orthodox in the Western Rite.
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\nThese missions and study societies are directly under the omophor of Metropolitan Hilarion of New York and Eastern America, and operate on the territory of the Great Britain Diocese with the agreement of Archbishop Mark of Great Britain. They are cared for by Bishop Jerome of Manhattan, the Episcopal Vicar for ROCOR's Western Rite Vicariate.
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\nPlease pray that this witness of the Orthodox Faith will add to the existing efforts to bring souls to Christ.
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\n 06/01/2012
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\nThe next Liturgy of the Cheltenham Mission will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, the 28th of January. Full details may be read here.
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\nThe next Liturgy of the Cheltenham Mission will take place at 10 a.m. on Saturday, the 28th of January. Full details may be read here.
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\n 05/12/2011
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\nDue to unforeseen circumstances, the Liturgy of the Liverpool mission of St Nicholas the Wonderworker, previously advertised for the 17th of December, will now not take place. The next Liturgy is likely to be early in the New Year.
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\nDue to unforeseen circumstances, the Liturgy of the Liverpool mission of St Nicholas the Wonderworker, previously advertised for the 17th of December, will now not take place. The next Liturgy is likely to be early in the New Year.
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\n 28/11/2011
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\nArchbishop Mark and the clergy of the diocese met to discuss spiritual, pastoral and administrative matters on the 26th of November, being the 13th of November in the Church calendar and the feast of St John Chrysostom. The day began with the Hours and Episcopal Divine Liturgy.
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\nOver the weekend, two new readers were ordained and Father Andrew Phillips was awareded the palitsa.
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\nMay God grant many years to Archpriest Andrew and Readers Nicolas and Alexei.
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\nArchbishop Mark and the clergy of the diocese met to discuss spiritual, pastoral and administrative matters on the 26th of November, being the 13th of November in the Church calendar and the feast of St John Chrysostom. The day began with the Hours and Episcopal Divine Liturgy.
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\nOver the weekend, two new readers were ordained and Father Andrew Phillips was awareded the palitsa.
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\nMay God grant many years to Archpriest Andrew and Readers Nicolas and Alexei.
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\n Liturgy at the Cheltenham Mission
\n01/11/2011
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\nThe next Divine Liturgy of the Cheltenham Mission will be served at 10 a.m. on this coming Saturday, the 5th of November, being the 23rd of October in the Church calendar, and the feast of the Holy Apostle James, Brother of the Lord.
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\nFurther information, including the location and contact details, may be found in the attached poster.
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\nThe next Divine Liturgy of the Cheltenham Mission will be served at 10 a.m. on this coming Saturday, the 5th of November, being the 23rd of October in the Church calendar, and the feast of the Holy Apostle James, Brother of the Lord.
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\nFurther information, including the location and contact details, may be found in the attached poster.
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\n New Guide for the Episcopal Divine Liturgy
\n12/10/2011
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\nWith joy we announce the publication of a new guide for clergy, servers, and all involved in the Divine Liturgy when served by a bishop. This great service to the Orthodox Church in the English-speaking world is the labour of love of Archpriest Andrew Phillips, and copies may be ordered from him. Details of the book as well as ordering information may be found here.
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\nWith joy we announce the publication of a new guide for clergy, servers, and all involved in the Divine Liturgy when served by a bishop. This great service to the Orthodox Church in the English-speaking world is the labour of love of Archpriest Andrew Phillips, and copies may be ordered from him. Details of the book as well as ordering information may be found here.
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\n 12/10/2011
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\nWith the blessing of Archbishop Mark, a new mission has been launched in the Cheltenham area under the care of Archpriest Vladimir Vilgerts. The first Liturgy was served on the 24th of September and regular Liturgies will follow approximately once each month, on a Saturday. The next Liturgy is scheduled for the 5th of November, being the 23rd of October in the Church calendar, and the feast of St James of Jerusalem, Brother of the Lord.
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\nAll enquiries ought to be directed to Mr Philip Hicks. Details of the mission, including contact details and a webpage, may be found in the directory.
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\nWith the blessing of Archbishop Mark, a new mission has been launched in the Cheltenham area under the care of Archpriest Vladimir Vilgerts. The first Liturgy was served on the 24th of September and regular Liturgies will follow approximately once each month, on a Saturday. The next Liturgy is scheduled for the 5th of November, being the 23rd of October in the Church calendar, and the feast of St James of Jerusalem, Brother of the Lord.
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\nAlso, mindful of the tragic events resulting from lack of love that took place on the 11th of September, 2001, special petitions have been directed to be added to the litanies at the Divine Liturgy in all churches of the diocese on Sunday, the 11th of September.
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\n Recalling the Events of Ten Years Ago
\n10/09/2011
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His Eminence Archbishop Mark has sent an encyclical letter to the clergy of the diocese on the subject of the necessity for love. This may be found in the Articles section of the diocesan website.
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\nThe encouraging story below, taken from the current issue of Elite magazine, gives a good example of how our heritage can be preserved for use by future generations. If you have church furniture that has perhaps seen better days, then please consider having it restored and brought back into use in the service of God.
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\n Restored Furniture used in Church
\n01/09/2011
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