The Archdiocesan District Clergy-Laity Assembly was held on Saturday, April 1, 2023, at the Archangels Greek Orthodox Church in Stamford, Connecticut. Archbishop Elpidophoros of America welcomed all clergy and delegates.
According to orthodoxtimes.com, the assembly heard a presentation from Archimandrite Bartholomew Mercado, Professor of Canon Law, on the history and evolution of the Archdiocese’s Charter since 1922.
After the presentation, Archbishop Elpidophoros highlighted some ideas for reflection. Elaine Allen, Treasurer of the Archdiocese, gave a brief report on significant updates on the financial status of the Archdiocese. There have been many positive improvements in the financial condition of the Archdiocese, including that the Archdiocese has operated with a balanced budget, and generated an excess of revenue over expenses for five consecutive years.
The Archdiocese of America believes there are certain concerns about its current Charter. Other areas to be discussed relative to the Charter include commemoration during the Divine Liturgy and a phased-in approach to the retirement age of Hierarchs. The Archbishop’s main goal is to address the questions that our Clergy and faithful have and consider the future of our Archdiocese while maintaining the strongest unified Ecclesiastical and Canonical relationship with our Patriarchate of Constantinople.
It should be recalled that a few days ago, U.S. President Joe Biden received the archbishop of America in the White House.
