Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic Perspectives on Deaconesses

Join St. Phoebe Center for the Deaconess for an engaging conversation on the renewal of the ancient order of deaconesses in both the Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholic traditions. This event will bring together scholars and faith leaders to connect these important discussions, fostering dialogue and shared learning.

Date: March 11, 2025
Time: 7:00 – 8:30 PM (EST)
Online via Zoom

Panelists:

🔹 Rev. Dr. Radu Bordeianu – Professor at Duquesne University, former President of the Orthodox Theological Society of America
🔹 JoAnn Melina Lopez, MDiv. – Director of Faith Formation, St. Basil’s Catholic Parish, Toronto
🔹 Kelly Meraw – Director of Pastoral Care and Liturgy, St. John – St. Paul Collaborative
🔹 Dr. Helen Creticos Theodoropoulos – Adjunct Professor, St. Sava Serbian Orthodox School of Theology

Moderated by: Carrie Frederick Frost, Chair of St. Phoebe Center for the Deaconess

Register here.

This event is co-sponsored by:
The St. Phoebe Center for the Deaconess | Discerning Deacons | The Huffington Ecumenical Institute at Hellenic College Holy Cross

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to engage in an ecumenical discussion on the role of women in Church leadership. Register today and be part of this vital conversation!