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.
Thom Rainer
Thom Rainer
Biography
Thom Rainer holds a B.S. in Business Administration, an M.Div., and a Ph. D. He has served as the pastor of four churches, academic dean of Southern Seminary, and CEO of Lifeway. He is currently the CEO of Church Answers, an organization that touches two out of three churches in America every year. He is the author of 42 books, three of which became #1 bestsellers. His latest book is Where Have All the Church Members Gone? released in July by Tyndale. Dr. Rainer has written over 1,000 articles, mostly on issues related to local congregations, and consulted with over 700 churches. He and his wife, Nellie Jo, have been married for 46 years. They have three married sons and 11 grandchildren.
