Keeping, Practicing and Proclaiming the Orthodox Christian Faith pure & undefiled
The Orthodox faith is the ancient Christian faith established by Jesus Christ that has existed since 33 A.D. "Orthodox" means "true worship" or "true glory."
Today there are estimated to be 250 to 300 million Orthodox Christians around the world. Orthodoxy in America claims about 3 million members.
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Orthodox Christianity has been "in business" since the year 33A.D. but this parish was organized in 1968!
We are catholic(universal) but not Roman Catholic; we are Orthodox which means "true glory" or "true worship"
Orthodox Christianity was founded by Jesus Christ and His apostles. Until 1054 A.D. Christianity was one.
What is your primary product or service?
Faith, hope and love through a relationship with Jesus Christ, our Lord & Savior.
Vibrant Youth Programs including teen ministry, Vacation Church School, Religious Education, Greek Language School for adults and children, Greek Dance classes, Lecture Series, Sharing and Caring for those who have lost someone, Mens and Womens Reading Fellowship
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
As the presiding pastor, I felt my call to the Lord as a teenager but actually took a late vocation after spending 15 years in the business world. But I am not significant...it is the Lord Who is the master of my life and can be of yours too.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
Orthodox Christianity is the best kept spiritual secret in America! Here during the Liturgy we speak English and chant in English as well as in Greek. However, we are not a Church just for Greeks. We have many interfaith families who worship here and encounter the Lord through faith hope and love in a faith setting that is ancient in ritual and founded on Scripture and Holy Tradition and but contemporary in message to humankind.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Orthodox Christian Churches are located all around the world in places like the USA, Greece, Cyprus, Canada, Mexico, Cuba, Russia, Turkey, Australia, New Zealand, Africa, Europe and the Middle East
Provide detailed directions to your location
from the East: Route 4 West to 208 North to Grandview Avenue exit. Left at stop sign onto Grandview Ave and church is 500 feet on the left.
from the West: Route 208 south take exit for Grandview Ave. Left turn onto Vennik Pl. and Left turn onto Grandview Ave. Church is 1000 feet on the left.
What type of payments do you accept?
It is not about the money. We are all stewards of many God given gifts> each of us is called to offer something back to God.
Our Stewards "pay" by offering their time, talent and treasure.
Which areas do you service?
Bergen, Passaic counties in NJ; Rockland county, NY
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Jesus Christ is the founder and "owner"
We are one of 535 parishes of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America which was established in 1922.
We are also part of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey
Pastor and parish council run the daily operations with help from the Holy Spirit!
What are your hours of operation?
Sunday worship services:
Orthros (Matins) 9a.m. and Divine Liturgy( Mass) 10a.m.
summer hours we start 30 minutes earlier
Our parish office is open Monday through Friday 9am-5pm
What is the best compliment anyone can give you?
Returning to worship with us and loving the Lord!
participating in one of our ministries and organizations.
What is your favorite quote or Bible verse?
The Lord is my Rock, my Refuge and my Deliverer.
Papaps Enorias on 12/7/2017 9:17:54 AM
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