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OCAMPR Announces Theme of Annual Conference: The Science and Theology of Conception

Holy Martyrs Cosmas and Damian, Patron Saints of OCAMPRHoly Martyrs Cosmas and Damian, Patron Saints of OCAMPRThe Orthodox Christian Association of Medicine, Psychology and Religion has announced the theme of their annual conference, "The Science of Theology and Conception." A distinguished panel of speakers including Orthodox scientists and theologians, will be examining the modern science of conception and its implications for Orthodox Christians in light of the teachings of the historic Church.

Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology will host the conference at the Maliotis Center on campus, over the weekend of November 4-5, 2011. The brochure, which provides conference details and information about registration, explains that this year's attendees will also be able to venerate a relic and a miracle working icon of St. Anna during the conference.

OCAMPR President, Dr. Michael Christakis, explained in a letter to priests and mental health professionals, "We have, for the past three years, been revamping and reviving the Association after a period of relative inactivity. We are redefining our mission and will be amending our Charter to reflect that at this year’s annual conference." Among other things, OCAMPR has recruited an advisory board of notable Orthodox leaders: Bishop Michael of the OCA, Mother Gabriella (of the Holy Dormition Monastery in MI), Fr. John Breck, Fr. John Abdallah, Dr. Stephen Muse, Fr. Alexander Veronis, Dr. Julianna Orr-Weaver and Fr. Peter Gillquist.

Interested participants are encouraged to contact OCAMPR for more information.