CLERGY CONFESSION FOR THE DIOCESE OF EASTERN AMERICA
[Diocesan Headquarters] According to the already established tradition the clergy of the Eastern American Diocese come together during the days of the Great Fast for the Rite of Holy Confession which this year was held on Wednesday, March 21, 2007.
The Holy Hierarchical Divine Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts was officiated by His Grace Bishop Mitrophan of Eastern America. Assisting His Grace were V. Rev. Stavrophor Janko Rajlic, V. Rev. Stavrophor Stevan Stepanov, V. Rev. Stavrophor Srboljub Jockovic, V. Rev. Stephen Zaremba and Deacon Dragoslav Kosic.
Confessions were heard by V. Rev. Stavrophor Dr. Mateja Matejic. Thirty one priests, two monastics and one deacon took part in the event.
Following the service a meal was served after which the Bishop took the opportunity to discuss some issues with the gathered clergy.
Click here to read Bishop's homily.