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We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.
Small Update for May 2026: New Clothes Donation Bin
For Those New to Orthodoxy (or Just Our Website)
Welcome!
We are an Orthodox Christian parish located in South River, New Jersey.
We are a part of the Orthodox Church in America (OCA) and are under the jurisdiction of the Diocese of New York and New Jersey.
We are a parish that is open to all, and we welcome everyone to come and experience the beauty of Orthodox Christianity with us.
Location
You can find us at 76 Whitehead Ave, South River, NJ 08882.
Schedule
We celebrate the Divine Liturgy every Sunday at 9:00 AM, followed by Coffee Hour (a social event for parishioners and guests alike). All are welcome to attend!
- Want to see a full line-up of services for this month? Visit our Calendar page.
- Need a quick, mobile-friendly view of all our upcoming events? Visit our Upcoming Events page.
Where can I learn more?
- To learn more about Orthodoxy itself, visit our About Orthodoxy page.
- To learn more about our church's history, visit our History page.
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What is the Orthodox Church of America?
The Orthodox Church in America (abbreviated to OCA) is the local, autocephalous (self-governing) Eastern Orthodox Church in America.
To learn more, visit:
- Website: www.oca.org
- Telegram: orthodoxchurchamerica
- X (Twitter): ocaorg
- Facebook: orthodoxchurchinamerica
- Instagram: orthodoxchurchamerica
What is the Diocese of New York and New Jersey?
The Diocese of New York and New Jersey is a regional territorial diocese of the OCA, presently headed by His Eminence, Archbishop Michael.
As an OCA church operating in New Jersey, we fall under their jurisdiction.
To learn more, visit their website.
CHRIST IS RISEN!
Video "An Introduction to Orthodoxy"
For those looking for a new Parish home, or just looking for an introduction to the Orthodox Christian faith, parishioner Zachary Held has created a short documentary film, narrated by Fr. David.
Thanks to Zachary for his efforts!
If you have trouble viewing the video, the film can be seen on Zach's youtube channel by clicking here: "An Introduction to Orthodoxy"
CHRIST IS RISEN!
Some Announcements, Dear Brothers and Sisters
May 19 2026 Announcement: New Clothes Donation Bin
We've just received our brand-new clothes donation bin, and it is up and ready for use!
This bin is intended as another means of giving back to those in need.
We encourage everyone to donate gently used clothing.
As a handy rule of thumb, if you haven't used it for at least a couple of years, it probably belongs in the bin.
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Lenten Memorial Soul Saturdays
As Orthodox, it is natural for us to pray for the departed as it is for those who are still alive.
We are taught that the departed are no longer able to rectify their lives as they could on earth; hence, their only hope is for us to pray for them and to do good deeds in their name in order to cover any unrepentant sins that they have brought into the next life.
As an act of love and mercy, The Church has set aside four Saturdays this year, called Memorial (Soul) Saturdays to publicly commemorate all her departed children:
- February 14th (Pre-Lent)
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Great Lent
- March 7th
- March 14th
- March 21st
- May 30 (Eve of Pentecost)
- October 24th (Demetrius Sunday)
A form was included in the bulletin, and is also available at the Candle Desk.
Please write their FIRST names only, and drop it off at the church or rectory.
Our bright and joyous faith teaches us that someday, you will again see them in a renewed form.
