With the Blessings of Archbishop Makarios of Australia, Bishop Bartholomew of Charioupolis the Archiepiscopal Vicar of Canberra visited Wagga Wagga on Sunday, August 21, 2022, and celebrated Matins and the Divine Liturgy at the church of the Dormition of the Theotokos, assisted by Father Irenaeus Triantis.
In his sermon, Bishop Bartholomew spoke about the person of the Virgin Mary and how we must mirror Her life.
At the end of the service, Bishop Bartholomew conveyed the love and blessings of Archbishop Makarios.
A procession of the Holy Icon was then conducted and a luncheon was then held in honor of Bishop Bartholomew and the pilgrims.