On Sunday, March 15, the 2nd Sunday of Great Lent and the feast of St. Gregory Palamas, the Divine Liturgy was celebrated at St. Nicholas Patriarchal Cathedral in New York. During the service, special petitions and a prayer from the “Moleben in Time of Deadly Pestilence and Plague” were offered.
March 15 was declared by U.S. President Donald Trump a National Day of Prayer for all affected by the coronavirus and for the success of nationwide efforts to combat the disease.
The leadership of St. Nicholas Cathedral, with the blessing of the hierarchy of the Russian Orthodox Church, is taking all necessary safety measures related to coronavirus prevention.
If the civil authorities prohibit mass gatherings and events, including services, changes to the schedule of services are possible. The cathedral leadership will promptly announce all changes on the official website and social media.
