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	Orthodox Church Reinstates Alaska Bishop Fort Mills Times March 27, 2008 http://www.fortmilltimes.com/124/story/114631.html KODIAK, Alaska — The Orthodox Church in America's Holy Synod of Bishops has withdrawn the mandatory leave of absence for Alaska diocese leader Bishop Nikolai Soraich. The Holy Synod of Bishops said in a statement posted on the church's Web site Thursday that it is aware of the concerns of clergy and faithful of the Diocese of Alaska, and will do what it takes to restore peace. An official investigation is expected to begin next week, involving the church's bishops from Detroit and Philadelphia. Their report is expected in May. This month, the church's leader placed Nikolai on a mandatory leave of absence and ordered him to leave the state as it investigates allegations that he abused his office. Soraich has argued the church does not have the authority to remove him from his position without first going through procedures outlined in the Church Canons.
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