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Father Thomas Hopko Remembered

Source: Orthodox Christian Laity For many years, the Orthodox Christian Laity (OCL) Board has been blessed to have Father Thomas Hopko, of blessed memory, serve as an advisory board member. We have been enriched by his prayers and council. He never hesitated to express his views. He provided the organization with a perspective that was strong, clear and related to his convictions and integrity. From all that is being written at this time of his falling asleep in the Lord, we are overwhelmed by his service to the Orthodox Faith in the United States as pastor and teacher. He was…

Former Board Member Update: Suburban Chicago Father/Son Authors Debut Scroll Back Novel

By Webmaster on March 9, 2015 OCL News, Orthodox Christian Laity

Source: GK Publishing Combination of Biblical History, Archeology, the Mystical and Exotic Locations Develops Suspense and Action Time Travel Thriller Discussions of shared passions for the archaic secret writings of the Dead Sea Scrolls actually discovered at the NW shore of the Dead Sea between 1947-1956, conspiracy theories and time travel, led Jay Stamatis and his father, Steven Stamatis, to collaborate on a novel. The result— Scroll Back – a historical fiction story has been released by GK Publishing. The creative alliance bringing together two generations of awareness and enlightenment has proven meaningful for both Jay Stamatis, graphics industry marketer…

Report of the OCL Executive Director for the Quarterly Meeting held in St. Augustine, FL on February 19, 2015

By Webmaster on March 3, 2015 Governance & Unity Essays, Governance & Unity News, OCL News, Orthodox Christian Laity, Orthodox News, Orthodox News Top Stories

Source: Orthodox Christian Laity “How good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in Unity.” Psalm 133:1 What a joy it is to hold our OCL meeting at the Orthodox Christian Mission Center (OCMC), a truly pan-Orthodox outreach mission to the world. The agency has had its struggles and triumphs, but working together in unity, they make a difference for Christian outreach. Together with IOCC, they are examples of what we accomplish in unity. Can you imagine if the Orthodox Christian Church in the USA was united – what we can accomplish? A unified Orthodox Christian Church would be…

Minutes of the Orthodox Christian Laity Annual and Board Meetings at St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Christian Seminary, Yonkers, New York — October 23 – 24, 2014

By Webmaster on March 3, 2015 OCL News, Orthodox Christian Laity

Source: Orthodox Christian Laity Thursday. October 23rd – Pre-Board Meeting and Dinner The Pre-Board meeting was convened by President Susan Haikalis at the Refectory in the Germack Building on the campus of St. Vladimir’s Seminary for those members of the Board, Advisory Board and spouses who had arrived early for the Board meeting on Friday. Executive Director Matsoukas outlined the agenda for the Board meetings, Endowment Committee meeting, the Annual Meeting and subsequent meeting of the Board to elect officers for the coming year, and for the formal presentation by Alexei Krindatch at the Open Meeting and the Assembly…

OPEN LETTER TO THE ORTHODOX FAITHFUL FROM THE ORTHODOX CHRISTIAN LAITY

By Webmaster on March 1, 2015 Governance & Unity News, Governance Top Stories, OCL News, Orthodox Christian Laity

Source: Orthodox Christian Laity Sunday of Orthodoxy, March 1, 2015 “… move beyond words to actions… putting our theology into practice… moving beyond what is mine and yours, to what is ours.” This important message was conveyed by His All Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew to the Assembly of Orthodox Bishops at their fifth official meeting which was held in Dallas, Texas on September 15-19, 2014. Unfortunately, the various proposals that were presented by the bishops defer the establishment of an autocephalous Orthodox Christian Church in the United States of America for at least another ten years. The Orthodox Christian Laity…

OCL Winter Board Meeting to take place February 19-20 in St Augustine, Florida

By Webmaster on February 8, 2015 Calendar of Events, Governance & Unity News, Governance Top Stories, OCL News, Orthodox Christian Laity

Source: Orthodox Christian Laity Orthodox Christian Laity (OCL) is hosting an Open Forum for interested clergy and laity in the Jacksonville/St Augustine, Florida area on the progress of the Assembly of Bishops as they finalize a blueprint for Orthodox Unity in the USA. A plan will be discussed by the Assembly in March, 2015 in a special meeting. The work toward unity is the responsibility of all – including clergy and laity. At least we can be informed. Please see the event flier below:

OCL Completes 27th Annual Meeting at St. Vladimir’s Seminary

By Webmaster on October 30, 2014 Governance & Unity News, Governance Top Stories, OCL News, Orthodox Christian Laity, Uncategorized

Source: Orthodox Christian Laity (West Palm Beach, FL) George Pontikes was elected the thirteenth president of Orthodox Christian Laity (OCL). The election took place on October 24, 2014. Mr. Pontikes is a city of Chicago native and an attorney. He and his wife Harriet reside in Evanston, IL. They are parents of three accomplished daughters. Their pride and joy is their granddaughter Zoe Panorea. George is a founding member of Orthodox Christian Laity. He is active in the life of his parish community Saints Peter and Paul, Glenview, IL. He has served the church on the diocese level and has…

Audio Presentation of the Orthodox Christian Laity Open Forum at St Vladimir’s Seminary

By Webmaster on October 30, 2014 Governance & Unity News, Governance Top Stories, OCL News, Orthodox Christian Laity

Source: Ancient Faith Radio October 29, 2014 Length: 1:48:55 Orthodox Christian Laity hosted an open forum at St. Vlad’s on the work of the Episcopal Assembly. Speakers included Alexei Krindatch, Bishop Michael of New York and New Jersey, and Archbishop Nathaniel of the Romanian Episcopate. Direct link Play in Popup Download Send Feedback Related Stories Alexei Krindatch’s Presentation at the 27th Annual Meeting of OCL – Orthodox Christian Laity Photo Gallery of OCL’s 27th Annual Meeting at St. Vladimir’s Seminary – Orthodox Christian Laity OCL Completes 27th Annual Meeting at St. Vladimir’s Seminary – Orthodox Christian Laity

Photo Gallery of OCL’s 27th Annual Meeting at St. Vladimir’s Seminary

By Webmaster on October 27, 2014 Governance & Unity News, Governance Top Stories, OCL News, Orthodox Christian Laity

Source: Orthodox Christian Laity Browse the gallery of photos from OCL’s 27th Annual Meeting held on October 24, 2014 at St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Theological Seminary. Related Stories Alexei Krindatch’s Presentation at the 27th Annual Meeting of OCL – Orthodox Christian Laity Audio Presentation of the Orthodox Christian Laity Open Forum at St Vladimir’s Seminary – Ancient Faith Radio OCL Completes 27th Annual Meeting at St. Vladimir’s Seminary – Orthodox Christian Laity

OCL Board and Annual Meeting: October 23-25, 2014 at St Vladimir’s Seminary, Yonkers, New York

By Webmaster on October 4, 2014 Governance & Unity News, Governance Top Stories, OCL News, Orthodox Christian Laity

Source: Orthodox Christian Laity The OCL Board and Annual Meeting will be held on October 23-25, 2014, at St. Vladimir’s Theological Seminary, Yonkers, New York. An Open Forum on the work of the Assembly of Bishops will be presented at 7:00 pm on October 24. See and click on Program announcement below. The Program Booklet is available HERE. The Unofficial Minutes of the May 30, 2014 meeting in Fairlawn, Ohio are available by CLICKING HERE. Click on the flyer above or here to view the Press Release on St. Vladimir’s Seminary’s website.

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