Consecrations and Enthronement

Today was a historic day in the life of the Orthodox Anglican Communion. Our vehicle picked us up this morning at the hotel and we headed to the athletic field at Otieno Oyoo High School in Kisumu. The service began at 11:30 and by 4:30 this afternoon we had 2 newly consecrated bishops of the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church. The 2,000+ attendees of this service were also able to witness the enthronement of Hezbon Njera as the Archbishop of our church here in Kenya. Archbishop McLaughlin, the Primate of the communion, preached, celebrated Holy Communion, and served as the chief consecrator. I was privileged to serve as the Archbishop’s Chaplain for this important service. The service was attended by Kenyan and African dignitaries including Members of Parliament, a Supreme Court Justice, and numerous local politicians and religious leaders. I felt truly honoured to have been a small part of such an important day in the life of the church. Enjoy the pictures.