Source: Orthodox Church in America SPRINGFIELD, VA [OCA] The Orthodox Church in America has announced the opening of registration for the 21st All-American Council (AAC), which will take place from July 14-18, 2025, at the Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix, AZ. All clergy and faithful are invited to participate with this year’s theme being “Gathered Together By Christ.” The All-American Council is the highest legislative and administrative gathering of the Orthodox Church in America. It is a time for our Church to come together to focus on worship and engaging in the conciliar decision-making process. It is also our opportunity for spiritual…
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Source: Orthodox Church in America SPRINGFIELD, VA [OCA] On Tuesday, September 26, the Preconciliar Commission met at the Chancery office in Springfield, VA, under the presidency of His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon. Members of the PCC include Archpriest Alexander Rentel, Chancellor, Archpriest Alessandro Margheritino, Secretary, Archpriest Andrew Jarmus, Protodeacon Peter Ilchuk, Council Manager, Ms. Lynnell McFarland, Ms. Hollie Benton, and Mr. Andrew Smith, Treasurer. This was the first in-person meeting of the Commission after its formal appointment this past Spring. The PCC met to continue planning for the 21st All-American Council, slated to take place at the Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix,…