Veneration of the Holy Cross - 03/15/15

There is a unique feature to the Cross that we use for this service.  Embedded inside the cross is a sliver of the True Cross.  It was a gift made to Fr. Constantine's grandfather.  The cross now has its home at St. John the Divine.
Father Constantine proceeding around the church to the Sacramental Table.
Father Constantine venerating the Holy Cross.
Parishioners receiving a blessing and venerating the Holy Cross.
The Holy Cross.
Pan-Orthodox Vespers held at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church [Photo courtesy of Holy Cross Church].
All the clergy that participated in the Pan-Orthodox service with Metropolitan Sotirios of Toronto [ Photo courtesy of Holy Cross Church].
St. John the Divine parishioners enjoying a Lenten meal after the service.
St. John the Divine parishioners enjoying a Lenten meal after the service.