Welcome

Welcome to our website which we hope will be of interest or a source of information to you. Ours is a parish of the Antiochian Greek Orthodox Patriarchate of Antioch, which is in communion with all the canonical Orthodox Churches and the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. In line with Orthodox practice, our services are in the language of the people; in our case, English, Orthodox visitors of other backgrounds saying the Lord's Prayer in their native tongue. 

The Orthodox Church lies in a tradition that goes back in an unbroken line to the Church of the Apostles and the earthly life of Christ Himself. We are often portayed as a very conservative church but this is a matter of faith and history; one cannot change the truth to fit into a very fleeting, passing, timescale when viewed with the eternity of God and the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.

In our church you will see many icons of Christ, the Mother of God and many saints and sacred events; a feature of Orthodoxy that proclaims the Incarnation of our Lord and God Jesus Christ and are often referred to as "windows into heaven". The priestly vestments are very beautiful; not for the glorification of the clergy but for the glory of sinful humanity transformed by the Grace of God. The Divine Liturgy is the principal service, when the faithful may receive the Body and Blood of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Incense is used in all our services and permeates the fabric of the church itself. Thus we have a church that is internally very beautiful visually, has the aroma of sanctity and our ears are filled with beautiful music (Just human voices: instruments are not allowed). In some way the church building reflects the glory of Heaven and a place fitting for God.

Anyone may come to our church to "have a look" and you are assured of a warm welcome. Do not worry about how to act or what to do; just let the experience take care of itself. If you need any information about any aspect of our church or the Orthodox Church in general, do not hesitate to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

Fr. George (Evans), Parish Priest.

Fr George's Letter for August

SUFFER THE LITTLE CHILDREN

This appeared on the internet, Greek Orthodox Daily Posts for Inspiration:                           

“TO THE PARENTS OF OUR YOUNG CHILDREN...

“Relax, God put the wiggle in children,

Consider it God's Holy noise.

All are welcome.

“Sit towards the front where

it is easier to see what is going on.

They tire of seeing the backs

of peoples heads.

“Quietly explain the parts of

the service and actions of the

Priest, Deacon, Cantors and

Altar servers.

“If you have to leave the service

please feel free to, but please

come back. As Jesus said

“Let the little children come to me.””

TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CHURCH...

The presence of children is a gift to the

Church and they are a reminder our

Congregation is growing.

I think that this is very good advice and I commend it to you.

Much Love,

Fr. George.

On a more serious note, please be extra vigilant around the church and keep your eyes peeled for any suspicious behaviour.

Also, be aware that there is now police involvement in people pestering for money - DO NOT GIVE. IF SOMEONE IS GENUINELY IN NEED THE CLERGY ARE TO BE THE FIRST TO BE APPROACHED.