My Archbishop is here Need advice

[AlaskaFan]

The Archbishop will be at my parish for a little while. I always want to speak with him when he arrives, but I'm shy and let other people approach him while I keep to myself. What is the proper way to approach and speak with a bishop?

[HandmaidenOfGod]

First, welcome to CF & TAW! :clap:

This article should help you in addressing the ArchBishop:

http://www.orthodoxinfo.com/praxis/clergy_etiquette.aspx


God bless,

Maureen

[AlaskaFan]

Thank you for the welcome and link, Maureen. The article is very informative. We are having Divine Liturgy at 9 AM tomorrow. Hopefully, I will be able to speak with the Archbishop, since it may not be as crowded as a Sunday.

[HandmaidenOfGod]

Glad to be of service!

Wishing you & yours a Blessed Nativity!

[AlaskaFan]

Thanks! A Blessed Nativity to you and your family!

Glad to be of service!

Wishing you & yours a Blessed Nativity!

[Akathist]

The Archbishop will be at my parish for a little while. I always want to speak with him when he arrives, but I'm shy and let other people approach him while I keep to myself. What is the proper way to approach and speak with a bishop?

My first thought was to say: "Well, don't just walk up to him, slap him on the back and say 'Hey Archie, how you doin?' "

But at the same time, I think it is important to realize that he is more approachable than you realize. I find that being respectful but still being warm and friendly is important. I usually approach by asking for a blessing then take it from there.

[ufonium2]

Nothing informative to add, but great name! Alaska is the best!

[gzt]

Just talk about stuff. When you go up to him, you bow and then kiss his hand when he blesses you. Don't be afraid.

[Knowledge3]

The Archbishop will be at my parish for a little while. I always want to speak with him when he arrives, but I'm shy and let other people approach him while I keep to myself. What is the proper way to approach and speak with a bishop?

In seeing a Bishop or Archbishop, I would just be myself.

[AlaskaFan]

Ufonium,

Are you from Alaska? I went on a cruise there in August and loved it! I would live there if I could.

Nothing informative to add, but great name! Alaska is the best!

[Dust and Ashes]

My first thought was to say: "Well, don't just walk up to him, slap him on the back and say 'Hey Archie, how you doin?' "


I guess "Sup, dawg?" would be out of the question then. :D

[ufonium2]

Ufonium,

Are you from Alaska?

No, Kentucky, the next best thing.

But I think Alaska is great. It is actually a lot like Kentucky, but I get odd looks when I tell folks that.