In today's world, Antiochian Western Rite Vicariate is a topic that has captured the attention of people of all ages and walks of life. From its impact on society to its implications on technology, Antiochian Western Rite Vicariate has been the subject of numerous discussions and debates in recent years. As we continue to explore this phenomenon, it becomes imperative to closely examine its different aspects and understand how it is shaping our world today. In this article, we will delve into the various facets of Antiochian Western Rite Vicariate and explore its relevance in our daily lives.
A vicariate of the Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America
The vicariate began when three schismatic Society of St. Basil parishes, under Bishop Alexander Tyler Turner, were canonically received into the Greek Orthodox Church of Antioch by Metropolitan Anthony Bashir in 1961, after an eight-year probation period.
Current status
The vicariate consists of more than twenty churches and missions in all of the dioceses throughout the United States. Bishop John (Abdalah) of Worcester and New England oversees the vicariate assisted by its Vicar-General, Fr.Edward Hughes. Western Rite parishes are encouraged and expected to be active in the local diocese in which they are located, and episcopal functions are usually performed by the local diocesan bishop.
The Antiochian Western Rite Vicariate provides various Western-derived liturgies, including the Mass of St. Gregory, the Liturgy of St. Tikhon, and a Traditional Latin Mass.
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