A Clergy Conference for all diocesan priests, and three separate "Open Forums" in each deanery to discuss the OCA (draft) Strategic Plan, have been scheduled.  These gatherings were blessed by His Grace, Bishop +Michael, in consultation with the Council of Presbyters.  The clergy conference will take place in Clifton NJ from August 31 to September 1 of this year. 

The deanery forums have been scheduled to permit maximum participation of clergy and laity, with His Grace and the diocesan representative on the Strategic Planning Committee present to answer questions, listen to discussions, and respond to feedback as the Strategic Plan (a "work in progress")  is further developed.

Letter from His Grace, Bishop Michael >