The Association of Krajina Serbs “Prelo” will celebrate its patron saint, St. Luke the Apostle and Evangelist, on Saturday, October 31, 2026, at St. John the Baptist Church in Bellwood, a suburb of Chicago. Members of the association, along with friends and supporters, are invited to attend.
The celebration will begin at 10 a.m. with a traditional slava service led by the Rev. Dragan Goronjić. A luncheon will follow the prayers and ceremony. This year’s hosts are Ljuban and Mira Vučković, who will provide the holiday meal.
St. John the Baptist Church is located at 405 Englewood Ave., Bellwood, IL 60104.
Prelo will also hold its annual meeting that afternoon, beginning at 2:30 p.m. Members will hear a review of the association’s work, completed activities and accomplishments in 2026, as well as plans for the coming year. The meeting will also include the election of a new association secretary.
The board has invited members to stay after lunch, take part in the meeting and share their views and suggestions. In its invitation, the association emphasized the importance of preserving the Orthodox faith, traditions and Krajina community ties.
Photo: Association of Krajina Serbs “Prelo”
