Bishop Thomas of el-Qusiya to Visit Diocese
The Diocese joyfully announces the visit of His Grace, Bishop Thomas, of the Diocese of el-Qusiya and Meir, and their surrounding regions from Wednesday, October 1 to Monday, October 6, 2014. At this time, His Grace’s schedule will be as follows:
Thursday, October 2
- Divine Liturgy and Clergy Meeting at St. Maurice Coptic Orthodox Church in Pomona
Saturday, October 4
- Divine Liturgy and Ordination of Andrew Hanna as Deacon at St. Mary and St. Verena Coptic Orthodox Church in Anaheim
- Evening Raising of Incense for the Feast of St. Maurice at St. Maurice Church
Sunday, October 5
- Divine Liturgy and Ordination of Andrew Hanna as Presbyter at St. Mary and St. Verena Church
- Santa Verena Charity Banquet at Hyatt Long Beach
We rejoice at His Grace’s presence with us throughout all of these joyful occasions.