On May 19, 2026, after the evening service, Bishop Matthew of Sourozh, Temporary Administrator of the Patriarchal Parishes in the USA and Canada, held the traditional youth gathering in the parish hall of St. Nicholas Cathedral in New York.

The event, held as a festive tea, was attended by many parishioners and guests of the parish. The bishop answered questions from those present.

At the end of the meeting, Bishop Matthew once again thanked the clergy and parishioners of the cathedral for their warm welcome and kind wishes on the occasion of his 55th birthday.

Next Tuesday, May 26, 2026, the bishop will also lead the youth gathering before his departure for London.