On Saturday, June 6, His Grace Bishop Karas, the Bishop of Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and West Virginia in the United States, presided over the divine liturgy at the Church of the Virgin Mary in Delaware.

The service was attended by a group of priests from the diocese, led by Father Mina Mina, the church’s pastor. Following the peace prayer, His Grace performed the ordination rite for Deacon John Michael, who now serves as Father John. This joyful occasion was marked by the presence of deacons, church servants, and the congregation, all celebrating the new addition to their church community.