Geraldton, WA: The Feast Day of the Archangels Michael and Gabriel
With the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia, the Diocese of Perth celebrated the Feast of the Archangels Michael and Gabriel at the Church dedicated to the Archangels in Geraldton on Saturday the 2nd and Sunday the 3rd of November 2024.
His Grace Bishop Elpidios of Perth was represented at the festal celebrations by Father Terry Gerovasilis who conducted the vespers service on Saturday evening as well as the Matins and Divine Liturgy on Sunday morning.
Father Terry conveyed to all the faithful the blessings of His Eminence Archbishop Makarios of Australia and His Grace Bishop Elpidios of Perth on the occasion of the Church’s feast day.
Around 150 faithful of the Holy Diocese of Perth made the 420 km journey north of Perth for the annual celebrations.
After the conclusion of the Divine Liturgy, a celebratory lunch was held at the Queen Elizabeth II Community Centre near the Church, and was hosted by the Hellenic Society of Geraldton.
Next year, 2025, the community in Geraldton will celebrate the 60th anniversary since the consecration of the Church in 1965 by Archbishop Ezekiel of blessed memory.
