Uploaded December 2025 | Updated September 2026, 5 days ago

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From November 20–24, 2025, His Eminence †Archbishop Alexei returned to the historic See and Cathedral of Saint Michael the Archangel Russian Orthodox Cathedral in Sitka, Alaska, where he presided over the first-ever Southeast Deanery retreat. Vladyka's Homily for the patronal feast reminded the faithful that the angels are present with us, guiding us throughout the spiritual battle for holiness that Orthodox Christians are continually fighting. Watch the full homily: youtu.be/tJdJ3nf_ZyY

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