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anxiety and stress. But for us there is always that avenue Accept the fact that changes in life are natural and inevi-
of prayer that brings us into the presence and protection of table. When you get “hit” by an unexpected change, try to
almighty God. The phrase “The Lord is my light and my sal- keep that proper perspective, and ALWAYS put your trust
vation; whom shall I fear?” from Psalm 27, can be very helpful in God.
to us since it emphasizes God’s strength and protection. This A small group of Byzantine Catholics in 1892 gathered
verse reassures us that we can trust in God, especially in in Wilkes-Barre, PA, to bring a change into peoples lives.
times of fear, anxiety and stress that comes with changes in This legacy continues on in the GCU especially with our
life. When you find yourself in the eye of a storm, don’t forget programs that emphasize giving back to the places where
that changes in life don’t confuse God or make any more we live, work and worship. Bringing positive – holy change
difficult for Him to care for you. God is with Us – S nami Boh, into people’s lives.
as we sing in our Churches! When it happens to you or me, remember to cope with
To wrap it up, after the “changes” we have witnessed in change with faith, trust and hope. This will allow your rela-
the life of the Church, please do not resign to changes. Do tionship with God to grow stronger and transform us into
not allow that passive/aggressive approach to change. the people He wants us to be.

A Pilgrimage was planned last year by the Metropolitan Church of Pittsburgh to visit Rome in May 2025 to celebrate the Jubilee Year of 2025.
It just so happened that the Pilgrimage dates coincided with the Conclave and election of Pope Leo XIV. The Pilgrims along with 600 Eastern
Catholics were treated to a special audience with the new Pope. At left Archbishop William C. Skurla with Pope Leo XIV and at right Bishop
Robert Mark Pipta with Pope Leo XIV.

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