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Welcome
All Are Welcome
What is Orthodoxy?
The Orthodox Church is evangelical, but not Protestant.
It is Orthodox, but not Jewish.
It is Catholic, meaning whole.
It is not non-denominational, but pre-denominational.
It has been believed, taught, preserved, defended, and died for.
It has been established by Christ, and nothing can prevail against it.
“Come to me, all you who labor and are heavily burdened, and I will give you rest." Matthew 11:28
About Our Church
The Church has her origin with Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, not with a human teacher, or group, nor a code of conduct or religious philosophy. Orthodoxy believes that the Church has her origin in the Apostolic Community called into being by Jesus Christ, and enlivened by the Holy Spirit. The Feast of Pentecost, which is celebrated fifty days after Easter, commemorates the "outpouring'' of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and marks the beginning of the mission of the Church to the world. The Orthodox Church believes that she has maintained a direct and unbroken continuity of love, faith, and order with the Church of Christ born in the Pentecost experience.
The Orthodox Church throughout the ages has maintained a continuity of faith and love with the apostolic community which was founded by Christ and sustained by the Holy Spirit. Orthodoxy believes that she has preserved and taught the historic Christian Faith, free from error and distortion, from the time of the Apostles. She also believes that there is nothing in the body of her teachings which is contrary to truth or which inhibits real union with God. The air of antiquity and timelessness which often characterizes Eastern Christianity is an expression of her desire to remain loyal to the authentic Christian Faith.
Worship
Since Worship is so important to Orthodoxy, the best introduction to the Orthodox Church is for the non-Orthodox to attend the Divine Liturgy or the celebration of one of the major Sacraments. At first, the visitor may be overwhelmed by the music and the ceremonies, but it is in Worship that the distinctive flavor, rich traditions, and living faith of Orthodoxy are truly experienced.
The Sacraments of the Orthodox Church are composed of prayers, hymns, scripture lessons, gestures and processions. Many parts of the services date back to the time of the Apostles. The Orthodox Church has avoided reducing the Sacraments to a particular formula or action. Often, a whole series of sacred acts make up a Sacrament.
Most of the Sacraments use a portion of the material of creation as an outward and visible sign of God's revelation. Water, oil, bread and wine are but a few of the many elements which the Orthodox Church employs in her Worship. The frequent use of the material of creation reminds us that matter is good and can become a medium of the Spirit. Most importantly, it affirms the central truth of the Orthodox Christian faith: that God became flesh in Jesus Christ and entered into the midst of creation thereby redirecting the cosmos toward its vocation to glorify its Creator.
Upcoming Events
We’re excited to announce....
🌟 Help Spread Warmth This Winter! 🌟
We are collecting cozy essentials to support this cause, and we need your help!
Drop-Off Location
St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church – December 5 & 6, 2025. Please note that we will collect all items donated by you, both before and after the scheduled services on these days.
All donations will be gathered and delivered to Madeline Park, where The Rescue Mission will assist in distributing these items to those in need.
Let’s come together as a community to share the warmth and make this holiday season brighter for everyone. Your generosity can make a world of difference!
Thank you for your support, St. Nicholas!
$50,000 Fundraiser Opportunity
We all must do our part and reach our goal by December 31, 2025.
An anonymous donor has offered to give $25,000 to our church.
However, the donor has one stipulation,
We must raise $25,000 first, to receive this matched donation.
Frequently Asked Questions Answered
Q: What is this fundraising opportunity exactly?
A: An anonymous donor has agreed to donate $25,000 to St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church.
Q: So we must raise $25,000 first, then get another $25,000?
A: Yes! All the faithful must raise $25,000 first to receive the donated $25,000. The total amount will be $50,000 for the church!
Q: I have already committed to being a steward, so can't that go towards our goal of raising $25,000?
A: Thank you for being a Steward of this church. This generous opportunity is in addition to Stewardship, which is every member's responsibility. Just because we have a chance like this does not mean we should stop giving to our Stewardship. All members are still expected to continue contributing to their Stewardship.
Q: What if we, the faithful, do not meet the goal of raising $25,000?
A: We must pray and work hard to meet this goal together as a church.
Q: What is the deadline for reaching our goal again?
A: The deadline to meet our goal is no later than midnight on December 31, 2025.
Q: What will the donated money be used for?
A: Our money will go towards much-needed building maintenance & repairs, ever-rising operating costs, and our ministries.
Q: How can one donate so we can meet our goal?
A: There are several ways one can donate. One can donate by check or cash. Please see any parish council member at church. Also, one can donate online by going to our web page and clicking the donate button. Once there, fill in the required information to donate.
Q: I don't know. This whole thing makes me anxious and worried. What if we don't meet our goal?
A: Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. Philippians 4:6
Sunday Church School
But Jesus said, 'Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.'
MATTHEW 19:14
ὁ δὲ Ἰησοῦς εἶπεν, Ἄφετε τὰ παιδία καὶ μὴ κωλύετε αὐτὰ ἐλθεῖν πρός με, τῶν γὰρ τοιούτων ἐστὶν ἡ βασιλεία τῶν οὐρανῶν.
ΚΑΤΑ ΜΑΤΘΑΙΟΝ 19:14
We have Church School classes exclusively for students from Pre-K to High School. Sunday Church School is a part of your child's religious education. Under this supportive environment, students learn about their faith through lessons, activities, discussions, and playtimes.
The students are invited to join us for the Divine Liturgy on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. They will then go for classes after Holy Communion. Parents are encouraged to visit the class after Liturgy to familiarize themselves with the teacher and watch their child's religious education.
Lord Jesus Christ Have mercy on me.
