50th Jubilee of the Episcopacy of Metropolitan Vitaly
July 12, 2001 n.s.

On the Feast Day of the Holy Apostles Peter And Paul July 12, 2001 n.s. at the Synodal Cathedral in New York, we will celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Episcopacy and the 60th Anniversary of the pastoral service of His Eminence the Most Reverend Metropolitan VITALY First Hierarch of the Church Abroad.

On Wednesday July 11, 2001 the All-night Vigil begins at 6:30 pm. On the Feast Day Liturgy starts at 10:00 am.

Divine Liturgy will be celebrated by an assembly of bishops along with assembled clergy.

At the end of the Divine Liturgy and a moleben of thanksgiving a meal will be served during which official congratulatory speeches will be delivered. Those who wish to attend the banquet must register in advance with Fr.. Andrei Sommer; the cost of the ticket will be $20.00.

Fr. Andrei can be contacted at: Tel:212-987-0537 E-Mail: ASommer508@aol.com

Since seating is limited it is recommended that you purchase your tickets before June 20th.