Greater Cleveland Council of Orthodox Clergy

The clergy of the canonical Orthodox jurisdictions in Greater Cleveland meet monthly to support one another, support the ministries of all Cleveland parishes, and plan a variety of events.  Projects include Pan-Orthodox services such as the Sunday of Orthodoxy Vespers on the first Sunday of Great Lent and the celebration of Holy Unction at the beginning of the Christmas fast.  The Council also hosts a Nativity Concert that brings together choirs from various traditions, as well as other lectures and events.  Click here to view our calendar of events.

Meet the Officers

Fr. Matthew Thurman, President

Fr. Andrew Lentz, Vice President

Ted Cherpas, Secretary

​Fr. Peter Simko, Treasurer