"The Clergy-Laity Congress stands as a pivotal event in the church's journey, especially as we passionately deliberate and chart the course as to how we as Orthodox Christians in America will address the demands of our dynamic world. It's imperative that every voice resonates at this crucial gathering, shaping the future of our Orthodox presence in America."
-His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America
Schedule Highlights
Sunday, June 30
Synodal Divine Liturgy at Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church
Opening of the Exhibit Hall
Monday, July 1
Joint Opening of Clergy-Laity Congress and the National Philoptochos Convention
Archdiocesan Council Committee Meetings for Delegates
Cultural Event
Tuesday, July 2
Archdiocesan Council Committee Meetings for Delegates
Ministry Panels featuring the work of successful ministries of the Archdiocese
Clergy Family Reception with Archbishop Elpidophoros, Patriarchal Representatives, and the Hierarchs of the Archdiocese
Wednesday, July 3
Hierarchical Divine Liturgy for all Clergy-Laity Congress and National Philoptochos Convention
Ministry Panels featuring the work of successful ministries of the Archdiocese
Plenary Session Part I
Thursday, July 4
Clergy Breakfast with Archbishop Elpidophoros, Patriarchal Representatives, and the Hierarchs of the Archdiocese
Ministry Panels featuring the work of successful ministries of the Archdiocese
Plenary Session Part II
Clergy-Laity Congress Gala and Fourth of July Celebration