Somehow we missed this great news, but perhaps it is providential because it allows us to not only share the news, but share with our Pastoral School family the fundraising that Fr. Paul's parish is doing now too.
ARTICLE FROM HOLY TRINITY MONASTERY IN JORDAVILLE WITH PICTURES
With the blessing of the President of the Pastoral School, Archbishop Peter of Chicago & Mid-America, the Spring Graduation weekend for 2024 has been set for June 15-16. On June 15 comprehensive examinations and thesis defense will take place at the Holy Virgin Protection Cathedral in Des Plaines, IL. On June 16, following the Divine Liturgy, diplomas will be awarded to the graduates. Graduating seniors are expected to be present at all the activities on June 15 and 16. Flights out of O'Hare should not be scheduled before 6:00 p.m. on June 16. Please contact me with questions or concerns. Further communication will be forthcoming to graduating seniors. Those who plan to graduate at the June 16 graduation should be in touch with me as soon as possible to finalize any outstanding details.
Very Rev. Fr. Gregory Joyce, Dean
The Pastoral School of the Diocese of Chicago & Mid-America is committed to making high quality Orthodox theological education as accessible to as many interested students as possible. Based on this commitment we have made it possible for students to study either full time or part time in our school, have instituted summer courses, and accept applicants in both the fall and spring semesters.
Applications for admission for the spring semester are due February 1, 2024. Classes begin February 12, 2024. Applications and further information on the Pastoral School programs can be found at our web site.
Questions should be directed to the Dean of the Pastoral School, Priest Gregory Joyce:
fr.gregory.joyce@orthodoxtheologicalschool.org
Pastoral School of the Diocese of Chicago & Mid-America Offers Practical Training Seminar for Deacons & Priests in Southern States
With the blessing of Archbishop Peter, the Pastoral School is pleased to announce an important opportunity for present and future clergymen. The Liturgical Practicum aims to teach the practical application of the liturgics that is studied in the classroom. Participants will learn how to serve according to the traditional practices of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia. The topics covered will range from how a clergyman interacts with the choir during the Divine Services, to how to appropriately use the censer, to how to serve the Hierarchal Divine Services, and all else that every Deacon and Priest needs to know. In addition, all participants will receive voice coaching to allow for the proper use of the voice in chanting and singing. The Liturgical Practicum is designed and highly recommended for new clergymen in the Diocese of Chicago & Mid-America, but ALL ARE WELCOME. Limited space is available so please register as soon as possible. Registration deadline is February 1, 2024. The dates of the practicum are February 22-25, 2024. The location of the practicum is St. Jonah Parish in Spring, Texas.
For more information and to register: fr.gregory.joyce@orthodoxtheologicalschool.org ~ 734-649-5746
On Sunday, 13/26 November, 2024, graduate of the Pastoral School’s Deaconate Program, Benjamin Litter, was ordained by His Eminence Bishop Longin of the Diocese of New Gracanica and Midwestern America of the Serbian Orthodox Church to the deaconate at St. Sava Serbian Orthodox Church in Merrillville, Indiana. We congratulate the newly-ordained Deacon Benjamin and his family with his ordination!
Fr. Gregory, Dean
