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Christmas Service Schedule

Wednesday
(December 24th):
Christmas Vigil (2:30 PM)
Thursday
(December 25th):
Christmas Liturgy (9:30 AM)
Nativity scene in traditional icon art style with Mary, Joseph, baby Jesus, and animals in a manger setting

Come and See the Birth of our Lord, Jesus Christ!

People searching for Christmas services near them are often longing for more than a seasonal custom. They are looking for worship that takes the Nativity seriously, with reverence, prayer, and a focus on Christ Himself. Orthodox Christmas services offer an opportunity to step into something ancient and living, where the birth of the Savior is celebrated with awe, beauty, and depth. If you are curious about what Orthodox worship is like, Christmas is a meaningful time to come and see. Our services are peaceful, prayerful, and rooted in Scripture and ancient hymns. They invite you to step away from the noise and busyness of the season and enter into the quiet mystery of Christ’s Incarnation, not as a performance, but as an encounter.
Group of children and adults celebrating with a Santa Claus figure in a cozy indoor setting

Why the Orthodox Church

The Orthodox Church celebrates Christmas with ancient services filled with hymns, readings, and prayers that reveal the mystery of God becoming man. The beauty of the icons, the chanting, and the Scriptures all help the heart encounter the true meaning of Christmas. The focus remains on Christ, not on entertainment or seasonal distraction.

Becoming Orthodox invites you into a deeper experience of the Nativity. You learn to prepare through prayer, participate in meaningful worship, and celebrate with a community that has honored this feast for centuries. Here, Christmas becomes a holy encounter with the living God.

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Come and Pray with us

From I-95: Take I-95 to Georgia exit 109, route 21 north. Take 21 north for 6 and a half miles, to Fort Howard Road. Turn right onto Fort Howard Road, and proceed 2.2 miles, to 1625, which is on the right side.

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    No. Visitors are always welcome. You do not need to be Orthodox to attend our services, observe, pray quietly, or learn about the faith. Many people come simply to experience Orthodox worship or to ask questions. We only ask that guests respect the customs of the service. Holy Communion is received by Orthodox Christians who are prepared through prayer, fasting, and confession. Visitors are warmly invited to speak with Fr. Stephen if they have questions and are also welcome to receive the blessed bread (antidoron) that is placed on the table in the back of the church.

    Yes. Absolutely. Families are encouraged to attend. Children are a natural and valued part of our worship, not a distraction from it. We understand that little ones make noise, move around, and learn by being present. Parents are never expected to step out simply because their child is being a child. Our parish welcomes families as they are and supports parents as they raise their children in the life of the Church.

    Reverent worship filled with Scripture and ancient hymns. Orthodox services are largely sung and follow a rhythm that has been handed down for centuries. You will hear many passages from the Bible woven into the prayers, psalms, and hymns, and you will see worship that engages the whole person through sound, sight, movement, and stillness. Services may feel different from modern church gatherings, but they are meant to draw us into prayer, humility, and the presence of God rather than entertain or rush the experience.
    Orthodox Christians all celebrate the Nativity of Christ on the same day, December 25. The difference people notice comes from which civil calendar a parish follows. Some Orthodox churches use the Revised Julian Calendar, often called the New Calendar, which currently matches the Gregorian calendar used in everyday life, so Christmas appears on December 25. Other Orthodox churches continue to use the Old Julian Calendar, which is now 13 days behind the civil calendar, so their December 25 falls on January 7 for most of the world. This is a calendar difference, not a difference in faith, theology, or devotion. Christ is born once, the feast is the same, and the Church remains united despite using different calendars. We celebrate on the New Calendar and will be having services this week on December 24th and 25th.