This year's Clergy Laity Congress features impactful ministry panels and workshops designed to equip delegates with the tools, resources, and inspiration needed to strengthen parishes and foster thriving communities. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, gaining valuable insights and practical strategies to enhance their local ministries. The Congress aims to empower participants with a renewed sense of purpose and vision, ensuring the ongoing growth and vitality of their parishes and the broader Orthodox Christian community. Throughout the week, there are a wide number of topics being addressed in both Ministry Panels and Workshops.
His Grace Bishop Anthony of Synada
His Grace Bishop Anthony of Synada
Biography
His Grace Anthony (Vrame) of Synada directs the Holy Cross Orthodox Press and is an Adjunct Associate Professor at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology. Born in Chicago, Illinois, he holds degrees from DePaul University (BA), the University of Chicago (MA), Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology (MDiv), and Boston College (Ph.D. in Religion and Education). Formerly Director of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America’s Department of Religious Education (2007-2021), he is a noted scholar in Orthodox Christian religious education and history. Ordained to the diaconate and priesthood in 2016, he became Archimandrite in 2019 and was elected Bishop of Synada by the Ecumenical Patriarchate in March 2024, subsequently ordained in April 2024.
