The Diocesan Circle of Serbian Sisters celebrated their Slava, the Entrance of the Most Holy Theotokos into the Temple, on Sunday, 3rd of December. The Feast gathered many faithful at the St. Steven’s Cathedral in Alhambra, California. The Liturgy was celebrated by Bishop Maxim, accompanied by Presbyters: Rev. Nicholas Ceko, rev. Vasilije (Gavrilovic), and Rev. Vladan Radovanovic.
Following the Liturgy, the blessing of the slava bread and wheat took place. The honored title of Kuma for this year’s celebration was entrusted to Ms. Ljiljana Miskovic from the KSS of St. Sava Church, St. Gabriel, California. Ms. Snezana Maligo, from the KSS of St. Steven’s Cathedral, accepted the responsibilities of Kuma for the next year.
The Diocesan Circle of Sisters prepared a rich meal that was enjoyed by many who partook in this celebration. During the meal, the Diocesan Circle of Serbian Sisters president, Ms. Laura Xenia Burge addressed the gathered, thanking them for their support and love. The program was enriched with paintings and icons by Bishop Maxim, presented for all to view and purchase. Earnings made from the paintings and icons were entrusted to finance and help the Diocesan Circle of Sisters. His Grace Bishop Maxim thanked and blessed the considerable work demonstrated by the sisters and prayed that they multiply and prolong their hard work helping the Diocese and our Holy Church.
