On Sunday, June 2nd, 1985, His Holiness Pope Shenouda Ill of blessed memory ordained Hegumen Father Serapion St. Bishoy as a General Bishop.
May God keep the fatherhood and the life of His Eminence for us for many years and peaceful times shepherding his flock in purity and righteousness.
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