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Bishop Gregory's Pastoral Visit to Niles, IL (11/9/14)

On the weekend of November 8-9, 2014, His Grace, Bishop Gregory made an Archpastoral Visit to St. Michael's Church in Niles, IL to preside over the parish's 100th Anniversary Celebration.
Some of the children from Saint Michael's Church attended a Meet & Greet with Bishop Gregory on Saturday afternoon. It was an informal gathering where the children had the opportunity to get to know Bishop Gregory. Likewise, he learned a little bit about them. Everyone enjoyed pizza and taffy apples!
A lighter moment.
Bishop Gregory enjoyed the opportunity to speak to the youth about their involvement in the life of the Church.
This young lady had her turn at asking His Grace a question.
The parents and youth listened intently to His Grace.
These young people clearly enjoyed their time with His Grace.
Blessing the food.
Enjoying the delicious apples.
His Grace with the parish youth and family members.
President Geary Foltman presents traditional bread and salt to His Grace, Bishop Gregory
Very Rev. Protopresbyter Samuel Sherry presenting traditional cross for His Grace's blessing
Pani Bonnie Sherry holding her grandson, William
St. Michael's parishioner and granddaughter lighting candles
Holding of candles during Epistle reading
St. Michael's Alumni Choir under direction of Emil Misichko
Gospel reading by Father Deacon Peter Soldini
Bishop Gregory talking to William
Sermon . . .
Faithful listening to His Grace
Great Entrance
Liturgy
Communion
Blessing
Clergy at St. Michael's Liturgy
Clergy and Faithful in attendance at 100th Anniversary Celebration
Invocation at Banquet
God Bless America!
Toast from Father Sam
Children's poem
Presentation of Roses to Bishop Gregory
Children with Bishop Gregory
Toastmaster Archon Wesley A. Stinich Welcoming Everyone!
President Geary Foltman's Address
Father Jonathon Bannon presents gift from Christ the Savior Church, Rockford
Alumni Folk Dancers
His Grace speaks . . .
Alumni Campers
Reflections . . .
Clergy and faithful in attendance . . .