30th Parish Anniversary
Anniversary Date: November 13, 1993
Celebration Date: January 8, 2023
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On Sunday, January 8, 2023, His Grace Bp. THOMAS (Joseph), proistamenos the Very Rev. Father Peter Pier, along with the clergy and faithful gathered to celebrate the 30th anniversary of the founding of the parish of St. John Chrysostom, as well as the 30th anniversary of Fr. Peter's ordination to the priesthood. Following a hierarchical divine liturgy, celebrated by His Grace Bp. THOMAS, approximately 190 clergy and faithful gathered in the parish hall to give thanks to God for all that he has accomplished over the past thirty years. The hall was full of great joy and thanksgiving as Mr. James Clymer, Parish Council President, emceed the event. Fr. Peter and Kh. Pam both shared memories of the early days of the parish with both humor and tenderness. Sayidna THOMAS commended all those who have lovingly labored to build the parish to what it is today, through the prayers and inspiration of His Grace Bp. ANTOUN of blessed memory, and called all present to view the spiritual success of the first thirty years as a foundation for all that is to come through the grace of the Holy Spirit.
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Special thanks goes to Leslie Atherholt, who organized the celebration and catering by Mission BBQ of York, along with the many volunteers who helped with set up, serving, and clean up. Joining us for the celebration was the Rev. Economos Andrew Tsikitas, Presbytera Katherine Tsikitas, Rev. Deacon Tom & Jan Shelley of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Annunciation of York, Pennsylvania.
Letter of Congratulations from His Eminence Metropolitan JOSEPH
