47th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress - Clergy-Laity
Welcome to the Clergy-Laity Congress
“The Clergy-Laity Congress and National Philoptochos Convention provides the delegates the opportunity to be the voice of their parishes, their families and friends. As we gather with the clergy and lay leaders from each parish, with the members of the Greek Orthodox Ladies Philoptochos Society, as well as with each organization, ministry, and institution of our sacred Archdiocese, it is vital for us to maximize this opportunity..."
- His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America
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Schedule of Events
Sunday, June 30
Synodal Divine Liturgy
Join His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros and the members of the Holy Eparchial Synod at Saint Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church in San Diego for an uplifting service featuring choral accompaniment by the members of the National Forum of Church Musicians.
Opening of the Exhibit Hall
The Clergy-Laity Exhibit Hall will open to all with an official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Sunday afternoon. Throughout the week, make sure to visit the Exhibit Hall!
Monday, July 1
Joint Opening of Clergy-Laity Congress and the National Philoptochos Convention
Delegates from the Clergy-Laity Congress and National Philoptochos Convention will join His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America and the members of the Holy Eparchial Synod for the Joint Official Opening.
Archdiocesan Council Committee Meetings for Delegates
Monday is dedicated for delegates to attend meetings of the various committees of the Archdiocesan Council.
Moonlight on the USS Midway Welcome Dinner
The Metropolis of San Francisco will open the first night with a huge Welcome Party....so huge in fact, it’s taking place on the USS Midway!
Monastic Synaxis & Midnight Vigil
His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros will welcome monastics from across the country to open their Monastic Synaxis with a midnight vigil.
Tuesday, July 2
Ministry Panels & Workshops
Delegates will have the opportunity to attend various ministry panels and workshops on a wide variety of topics.
Clergy Family Reception
His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, our Patriarchal Representatives, and the Hierarchs of the Archdiocese will attend the biennial Clergy Family Reception!
Free Evening for Delegates
Wednesday, July 3
Divine Liturgy
All delegates and participants of both the Clergy-Laity Congress and National Philoptochos Convention are invited to pray together at this historic Divine Liturgy.
Ministry Panels
These panels and workshops feature the work of successful ministries of the Archdiocese.
Plenary Session
The Plenary Session will take place on Wednesday and Thursday afternoons. Delegates will hear official reports from the Committees of the Archdiocesan Council and a variety of official and affiliated ministries.
Cyprus-Land of Embrace Concert
Cultural event to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the invasion and occupation of Cyprus.
Thursday, July 4
Clergy Breakfast
Clergy Breakfast with Archbishop Elpidophoros, Patriarchal Representatives, and the Hierarchs of the Archdiocese.
Ministry Panels
Ministry Panels will continue Thursday featuring the work of successful ministries of the Archdiocese.
Plenary Session
The Plenary Session will continue on Thursday afternoon.
Grand Banquet
This event, specially planned by the Metropolis of San Francisco, will celebrate both our expansive Archdiocese and the amazing American Spirit!