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2016 Diocesan Priest Convocation (Updated 5/13/16)

The 2016 Diocesan Priest Convocation took place from May 10 - 13, 2016 at Camp Nazareth in Mercer, PA.

Posted photos show scenes from the annual Priest Gathering.

View Photo Gallery of Blessing and Dedication of newly renovated Camp Cabins on Wed May 11, 2016

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Tuesday evening began with a delicious light repast.
The priest enjoyed Informal conversation during dinner
Bishop Gregory offered words of welcome to the assembled Priests.
"It is a blessing for us to be able to gather together as brothers."
The Priests listened intently to His Grace's presentation.
The Bishop with his priests.
Fr. Stephen Loposky reported to the Clergy about the recently concluded Cabin expansion and renovation project.
Clergy enjoyed a "Seventh Inning Stretch" group activity.
These brave clergy demonstrated a team building game that is used at Summer Camp.
Evening Prayers at Sts Cyril and Methodios Church
Bishop Gregory presided over Evening Prayers.
Fr. Stephen Loposky led Evening Prayers
Evening Prayers
Wednesday began with Matins and Divine Liturgy for the Feast of Sts. Cyril and Methodios.
"This is the day of Resurrection let us be illumined O People!"
Diocesan Clergy sang Matins and Divine Liturgy with all of their might.
The Ninth Ode at The Resurrection Matins Canon.
The Great Entrance at Divine Liturgy
Protopresbyter Frank Miloro with co-celebrating Priests.
Bishop Gregory with the Diocesan Chancellor and the Priests of the Diocese ordained by Bishop Gregory during the past year.
The Cabin Blessing and Dedication Service.
Diocesan Clergy with His Eminence, Metropolitan Savas and His Grace, Bishop Gregory.
The kitchen staff are all smiles as they prepared to serve Brunch which followed the Dedication Service.
Celebratory Brunch which followed the Dedication Ceremony.
Celebratory Brunch which followed the Dedication Ceremony.
Celebratory Brunch which followed the Dedication Ceremony.
Celebratory Brunch which followed the Dedication Ceremony.
Celebratory Brunch which followed the Dedication Ceremony.
Metropolitan Savas blessing the meal with Bishop Gregory
Those in attendance at the Brunch.
The two Hierarchs share a lighter moment.
Thursday Morning began with Morning Prayers led by Fr. Stephen Loposky
Clergy in prayer.
The morning began with an engaging Scripture Study led by Protopresbyter Kenneth Bachofsky
Fr. Ken spoke about Jesus as the Suffering Servant.
Shopping for vestments.
After Lunch, the clergy met with the clergy of their respective deanery. Pictured are priests from the Southern Tier Deanery.
Youngstown Deanery Meeting
Johnstown Deanery Meeting
Chicago Deanery Meeting
Pocono Deanery Meeting
Pittsburgh Deanery Meeting
Bishop Gregory led the Priests in a discussion on practical aspects of priestly ministry and parish administration.
Bishop Gregory reported that he has visited all but 11 parishes of the Diocese thus far.
Bishop Gregory spoke of his participation in the work of the Assembly of Bishops and the upcoming Great Council of the Orthodox Church.
Protopresbyter Frank Miloro was congratulated on his 47th Anniversary of Priestly Ministry.
The members of the Diocesan Pension Board gave a report on the Diocesan Priest Pension Plan.
Fr. Miles Zdinak, gave a report on Christ The Saviour Seminary Alumni Association.
Fr. Mark Leasure was the celebrant of a Moleben to the Theotokos prior to Supper.
After the Moleben, Fr. Mark spoke about the recent miraculous healings attributed to the Wonderworking Kardiotessa Icon.
Friday Morning began with morning prayers at St. Cyril and Methodios Church
His Grace, Bishop Gregory with the participants of the 2016 Diocesan Priest Convocation
His Grace, Bishop Gregory with the participants of the 2016 Diocesan Priest Convocation
Bishop Gregory offers the prayer of blessing at the farewell breakfast.