Theodosius (Lazor) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids His Beatitude Theodosius |
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| Archbishop of Washington, Retired Metropolitan of All America and Canada | |
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| Enthroned | 1977-10-25 |
| Predecessor | Metropolitan Irenaeus (Bekish) |
| Successor | Metropolitan Herman (Swaiko) |
| Other posts | Bishop of Alaska; Bishop of Western Pennsylvania |
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| Ordination | 1961 |
| Consecration | 1967-05-06 |
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| Birth name | Frank Lazor |
| Born | 1933-10-27 Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Died | 2020-10-19 (aged 86) Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
| Buried | Orthodox Monastery of the Transfiguration Cemetery, Ellwood City, Pennsylvania |
| Nationality | American |
| Denomination | Eastern Orthodox |
| Residence | Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, U.S. |
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Metropolitan Theodosius, whose birth name was Frank Lazor, was an important leader of the Orthodox Church in America (OCA). He served as the head of the church, known as the Primate, for many years. He was the Primate from 1977 until he retired in 2002. He was born in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, in 1933 and passed away in 2020.
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A Life of Service: Metropolitan Theodosius
Early Life and Education
Frank Lazor was born on October 27, 1933. His hometown was Canonsburg, Pennsylvania, in the United States. He went to college at Washington & Jefferson College. After that, he continued his studies at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary. This seminary is a special school where people learn to become priests in the Orthodox Church.
Becoming a Church Leader
Frank Lazor became a priest in 1961. He then became a bishop in 1967. A bishop is a high-ranking leader in the church. He served in different roles, including Bishop of Alaska. He was also the Bishop of Western Pennsylvania. These roles helped him gain experience in leading church communities.
Leading the Orthodox Church in America
In 1977, Metropolitan Theodosius was chosen to be the Primate of the Orthodox Church in America. The Primate is the main leader of the entire church in America and Canada. This was a very important job. He was responsible for guiding the church and its members. He worked to strengthen the church's presence and mission.
Retirement and Later Years
After many years of service, Metropolitan Theodosius decided to retire. He had been experiencing some health issues. On April 2, 2002, he asked the church's Holy Synod to allow him to retire. The Holy Synod agreed to his request. A new leader, Metropolitan Herman (Swaiko), was chosen to take his place.
Metropolitan Theodosius passed away on October 19, 2020. He died in his hometown of Canonsburg, Pennsylvania. He was almost 87 years old. He is remembered for his dedication and leadership in the Orthodox Church.
