Per the established tradition in the Serbian Orthodox Diocese of Western American, the Presentation of the Lord Monastery in Escondido, located in North San Diego County, hosts a eucharistic, Paschal gathering each year on Bright Tuesday.

Serving the liturgy this year, with the blessing of His Grace Bishop Maxim of Western America this year’s event, held Tuesday, April 22, 2025, were V. Rev. Stavrophor Bratislav Krsic, V. Rev. Stavrophor Milovan Katanic, V. Rev. Blasko Paraklis and Rev. Hieormonk Vasilije Gavrilovic.

The afternoon brought a continuation of celebration through fellowship and the sharing of a delicious meal out in the beautiful surroundings of the monastery.