Orthodox Conference in South Carolina to Feature Talks, Music, and Vespers

JOHNSTON, SC — The South Carolina Orthodox Christian Foundation will host a public conference titled “Ancient Christianity in the Modern World” on October 24 at the Johnston Genealogical Research Center in Johnston, SC. The free event will feature presentations on Orthodox Christian faith and tradition, an Orthodox music concert, and Great Vespers.

The program will begin with registration and sales of Orthodox books and icons at 9 a.m. At 10 a.m., Fr. Stephen Freeman will deliver a presentation titled “The Church Before the Bible,” followed at 11 a.m. by Fr. Gregory Rogers speaking on “Everywhere, Always, and By All.”

After a lunch break, attendees will hear an Orthodox music concert at 1:30 p.m. featuring Russian and Byzantine musical traditions. Fr. Anthony Perkins will then present “Living the Faith Here and Now” at 2 p.m., addressing the practice of Orthodox Christianity in contemporary life.

The afternoon will conclude with a break, followed by a question-and-answer session led by Fr. Freeman at 3:30 p.m. Great Vespers is scheduled for 4:15 p.m.

The conference will take place at 405 Calhoun Street in Johnston, SC. Organizers describe the gathering as an opportunity for the public to explore Orthodox Christianity through talks, music, and liturgical worship. Registration is available through the event’s Eventbrite page.

Previously, the UOJ reported that a foundation stone was laid for a new chapel at Panagia Prousiotissa Monastery.