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Finally, the lot of God’s election fell on you - to be the mentor and guide of Christ’s flock of verbal sheep and brides of Christ. We wholeheartedly congratulate you on such exaltation, and wish that the Lord will send you the gifts of His Holy Spirit, instructing, admonishing and strengthening you in going through this difficult task entrusted to you; and may the Lord fill your heart with His fear, which can divert you from the snares of the enemy; for on this path are hidden many of its snares, but there is no time to speak about them in detail now. Today we just received a letter from L. U-na, informing us of your election, about which we received a decree on the day of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in whose honor a church celebration was celebrated. This is a good sign of Her mercy towards you! Call upon Her protection and intercession; May she be your helper in your needs and weaknesses. - We imagine that today you accept this title from the archpastor, and the rod of government has already been handed over to you; feed the flock of Christ with them according to His will. Before, you were only obligated to give an answer to God about yourself, but now you will be asked about all the sisters. Beware of being carried away by covetousness and ambition, and other similar passions that darken the mind and heart; do not give them over to autocracy, forgive and pardon those who are hostile and hostile against you, and receive forgiveness for your debts. Devote excess time after the Divine Service to reading the books of the Fathers, which can guide you in the administration of your position; and above all, read St. John Climacus has a word to the shepherd, at the end of his book. God, seeing your diligence and diligence, is strong to give you His help and strengthen you. Wishing you perfect health, mental and physical, peace and tranquility, and asking for God’s blessing on you, I remain your unworthy pilgrim, the many-sinful I.M. You might be interested in: