The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta invites you to a week of inspiration and fellowship at the 2025 Clergy-Laity Assembly & Philoptochos Conference.
Join Us for an Unforgettable “Holy City” Experience!
Dive into a week of inspiration, community, and celebration in charming Charleston! With an exciting agenda featuring:
Welcome Reception
Join us at Trinity Hall for fellowship, dinner, and Charleston’s renowned hospitality as we greet early arrivals and celebrate the start of the Clergy-Laity Assembly and Philoptochos Conference.
Grand Banquet
Enjoy a fabulous evening at the Charleston Gaillard Center, featuring special guest Ann Caldwell performing Gullah spirituals and stories indigenous to the South Carolina Lowcountry.
Philoptochos Lowcountry Luncheon
Savor shrimp & grits while hearing from community partner WakeUp Carolina about how they’re fighting back against our nation’s substance misuse epidemic.
Workshop Sessions
Join us for a series of workshops on a broad range of topics including grant writing, cyber security, endowment planning, Orthodox homeschooling, and more, offering key insights and strategies to improve parish collaboration, effectiveness, and overall well-being.
Thomas Heyward Jr. House
Enjoy cocktails and light hors d’oeuvres on Friday evening at the historic 1803 Adams-style home and formal gardens of Thomas Heyward, Jr., Revolutionary War leader and signer of the Declaration of Independence.
Young Adult League
Participants will explore ways to deepen their faith and strengthen connections with Christ and the Church community in both structured and informal settings.