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Vespers with Archbishop Dmitri Part 2
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After the visiting Protodeacon censed the Church, Reader Spyridon chanted the appointed verses from the Psalter (Psalms), after which the Choir responded to the verses with "Lord I call upon Thee", sung to the tone of the Week. The text comes from the Psalms beginning " Lord I call upon Thee, Hear me! Hear me, O Lord! Lord I call upon Thee, receive the voice of prayer when I call unto Thee, hear me, O Lord!" |
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The censing and blessing of all the faithful during the Great Vesper Service - the incense symbolizing the great blessing of the Grace of the Holy Spirit so freely bestowed upon us by our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. |
With his Orarion held towards the Altar, the Deacon chants a Litany: "Let us pray to the Lord." |
The Bishop's Staff, or "Crozier", is set in place beside the Royal Doors. |
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Archbishop DMITRI looks on as the serving Priest says "Wisdom!".... |
. . . and the Choir responds " Oh, Gladsome Light . . ." during the entrance at the Great Vespers Service. |
Grandfather & Grandson attend - both serving together behind the Altar as Acolytes at St. George's Church. |
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Closing prayers by Father Antonio. |
Fr. Antonio officially welcomes Archbishop Dmitri to the Parish. |
Fr. Antonio shared some final announcements about the Weekend's special events - including the Reception which immediately followed. |
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With his "vested' cozier in hand - a symbol of his pastoral service - the Archbishop shared some spiritually encouraging words of wisdom. |
Fr. Antonio & Acolyte Jose both listen intently to the Archbishop's inspiring talk. |
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