About Us
The Metropolis of Boston is pleased to present the Thriving Congregations Initiative,
a program designed to guide its parishes to thrive through helping them understand their cultural and social contexts, to develop and adopt a clear mission/vision, to cultivate authentic Orthodox Christian practices, and to plan for sustaining their own efforts at the parish level...
Over the next few years, we will focus on each of the Lilly Endowment’s Characteristics for Thriving Congregations…
YEAR 1
Understanding Cultural & Social Context
Learning the relevant application of the Orthodox faith for our parishes and their neighborhoods
YEAR 2
Mission & Vision Clarity
Drawing on the endless well of tradition from the Orthodox Church, the foundation of our mission will be rooted in our faith and devotion to Christ
YEAR 3
Cultivating Vibrant Christian Practices
Building community through the Church’s liturgical, sacramental, and spiritual tradition
YEAR 4
Sustaining Ministry
Ensuring the longevity of our efforts throughout the course of this project
Meet the Team
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His Eminence Metropolitan Methodios
Metropolitan of Boston
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Panos Coufos
Director of Youth and
Young Adult Ministries
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Jesse Kroger
Thriving Congregations Initiative Administrative Coordinator