The sun shone warmly on faithful and clergy as they gathered outside the soon-to-be inaugurated Leadership 100 (L100) Exhibit Hall for the 2024 Clergy-Laity Congress. Friendly reunions and chatter continued on as hierarchs began to arrive and mingle with the crowd. Before long, it was time for the official ribbon-cutting ceremony, led by His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America, together with the Patriarchal Representatives to the Congress, Their Eminences Archbishop Nikitas of Thyateira and Great Britain and Metropolitan Cleopas of Sweden and All Scandinavia, the hierarchs of the Holy Eparchial Synod, L100 Chairman Dimitrios Logothetis, and Executive Director Paulette Poulos.
Before heading inside to meet the vendors, Archbishop Elpidophoros said, “There is something for everyone here. From ecclesiastical goods and services to ministerial opportunities. Throughout this Hall, we experience the work of the Church – the effective and energetic ministries of the Archdiocese, of the Assembly of Bishops, of various organizations, and those who supply many of the needs of our Parishes.” His Eminence also expressed his gratitude to L100 and honored Chairman Logothetis for his leadership.
More than 50 exhibitors from around the world have set up their booths, showcasing beautiful and unique ecclesiastical items. The Exhibit Hall this year also features a “Ministry Village,” which focuses on the ministries of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America and its institutions and affiliates. Delegates can learn more about various ministerial resources, meet staff, and pick up hard-copy resources.
Please support our vendors! Visit the Leadership 100 Exhibit Hall, located in Eventide, throughout the duration of the Clergy-Laity Congress in the Pavilion Room of the Sheraton.
Hours are:
Sun, June 30 4:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Mon, July 1 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Tue, July 2 9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Wed, July 3 10:30 am – 9:00 pm
Thu, July 4 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Photo: GOARCH/Brittainy Newman
