Fr. Andrew and I traveled down to Scranton, PA yesterday for the High Holy Mass in honor of the 40th anniversary of our Prime Bishop’s ordination to the Holy Priesthood.

It was a little rainy on the trip down, at least until we reached the Pennsylvania border. By the time we reached Scranton the sun was shinning. It was a magnificent day.

I absolutely loved the Holy Mass. The cathedral was packed of course. There were four bishops present, including the Prime Bishop. There were about 40 or more clergy for the celebration including the Very Reverend Fathers, Priests, deacons, subdeacons, and clerics, all dressed in choir.

You couldn’t ask for a more beautiful liturgy. The traditional liturgy performed by the Prime Bishop is absolutely stunning. I hope I am blessed to be taught by him someday.

The Prime Bishop does everything with great reverence and dignity. Every action, every gesture conveys meaning. No gesture, no word, is forced or uncomfortable. The liturgy is performed gracefully by a man of faith. It is the Holy Mass offered by Christ through His ministers as it should be.

Prime Bishop Nemkovich is truly a kind, generous, holy, and down-to-earth man. May our Lord Jesus Christ continue to reward him and grant him many more years of service in God’s field.

O Lord Jesus Christ, the great High Priest who calls chosen souls to offer Your body and blood in sacrifice and to assist You in saving souls, I beg You to grant our Prime Bishop health and every good grace so that he may continue to serve You at Your altar and bring Your faithful people to You. Amen.

Sto Lat Prime Bishop Nemkovich!

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