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Our Church is called to not only nourish its faithful but also to sanctify its community. We want to share the treasure and spiritual depth that the Orthodox Church has. This is simply because the Orthodox Church from the very earliest Church went out into the world regardless of one’s culture, language, or color.

Feel free to approach folks at Church or stop by the Information & Welcome Center always to answer any questions you might have. Orthodoxy may seem different at first, but it will begin to feel more and more like home, and will gradually draw you into your true home, the Kingdom of God. Come and check it out for yourself…

We believe that every one of us is entrusted by God with specific talents and gifts and He has given them to us to further His mission on earth.  Regardless of what those gifts or talents might be, we believe that there is a place for them in our church.

The best way to get involved would be to stop by the Welcome Center any Sunday and check out the latest volunteer opportunities available. They’re always changing so be sure to stop by and check out the latest opportunities in need. Atlernatively, you can fill out this survey to express your interest.

What exactly is this Orthodox Church? 

The Orthodox Church is the original Christian Church, the Church founded by the Lord Jesus Christ and described in the pages of the New Testament. Her history can be traced in unbroken continuity all the way back to Christ and His Twelve Apostles. The Coptic Orthodox Church, for instance, was founded by St Mark (one of Christ’s disciples and the Gospel writer) in 43 AD.

For over twenty centuries the Church has continued in her undiminished and unaltered faith and practice. Today her apostolic doctrine, worship, and structure remain intact. The Orthodox Church maintains that the Church is the living Body of Jesus Christ.

Today the Orthodox Church retains her beauty and vitality. Our current bishop, His Grace Bishop Saraphim, and patriarch, His Holiness Pope Tawadros II, stand in the line of this apostolic tradition that was founded by St Mark in 43 AD.

The process of becoming an Orthodox Christian can be compared very closely to the process of getting married for it involves the same basic movements of courtship, engagement and marriage. When you first become interested in the Orthodox Church a series of initial interactions take place. Perhaps you might visit for a liturgy, research Orthodoxy on-line, or engage in a conversation with a friend who is Orthodox.

After this a more studied process of inquiry follows which can be compared to the process of courtship – “getting to know each other.” From there you will get to know one of our priests and community well, and can begin formal preparation for being received into the Orthodox Christian Church. Welcome!