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June 30 to July 4, 2024 | San Diego, CA

Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Marina

"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

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Call For Papers

The Organizing Committee of the 2024 Clergy-Laity Congress invites members of our Metropolises, parishes, organizations, and local ministries to submit proposals for presentations, workshops, and booth presentations that showcase best practices, innovative ideas, and valuable lessons learned in various aspects of ministry. This is an opportunity to share your insights and experiences with a diverse audience of clergy and laity members from across the Archdiocese.

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

* Schedule subject to change
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47th Biennial Clergy-Laity Congress

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