100 Anniversary of St. Volodymyr Ukrainian Catholic parish – Palmerton

Bishop Andriy delivered an inspiring homily, reminding all of the perseverance and deep faith of those early immigrants who with very little finances, limited English language skills still managed to grow their faith and also establish a church in this new and exciting land of America.  He asked the current parishioners to follow the examples of their ancestors and help grow the religious community of St. Volodymyr’s into the 21^st century.

After the liturgy, a banquet was held at the Blue Shamrock Golf Club in Palmerton, PA.   The banquet was attended by over one hundred persons including clergy, parishioners and guests.

The festivities began with a prayer and blessing by Bishop Andriy Rabiy. Entertainment at the banquet was provided by virtuoso violinist Innessa Tymochko-Dekajlo. The St. Mary’s choir and Kazka Ukrainian ensemble also entertained the people with folk songs and Ukrainian folk dances. The show was concluded with four Ukrainian songs performed by the male choir “DZVIN”.

Afterwards Father Volodymyr Baran thanked all of the visiting clergy, guests and

parishioners for helping to celebrate the parish’s 100^th anniversary, and wished everyone a safe trip home.