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Welcome! We love visitors! We warmly welcome you to join us for a service. In the meantime, explore our About Orthodoxy page for more information on Orthodox Christianity. St. George's Orthodox Church is a member of the Orthodox Church of America operating under the Diocese of the South. Did you know that Orthodoxy predates all other forms of Christianity? Founded on the Day of Holy Pentecost, 50 days after the Holy Resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ, Orthodox Christianity dates back to approximately 33 AD! The general structure and many particulars of the Divine Liturgy have remained unchanged since the time of the early Church. The description provided by St. Justin the Philosopher and Martyr in the middle of the second century is still a good summary of our Eucharistic Liturgy. St. Justin's Weekly Worship of the Christians is located in the Supplemental file of About Orthodoxy. Our Parish is located in historic Edenton in eastern North Carolina on the Chowan River and Albemarle Sound. Whether you are a local resident or a visitor to the area, we invite you to come out and take part in our services, where you will experience how the Apostles and Saints worshipped nearly 2000 years ago.
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Mission Statement Our mission is to embrace the fullness of the Orthodox faith; encourage the discipleship of believers, equip the faithful for ministry and evangelize to those unfamiliar with the Good News. Assembly of Bishops Announces New Directory of Orthodox Christian Mental Health Professionals NEW YORK – The Mental Health Task Force of the Assembly of Canonical Orthodox Bishops of the United States of America accomplished its first major task by publishing a comprehensive and unified Directory of Orthodox Christian Mental Health Professionals. The Directory includes Eastern or Oriental Orthodox Christians verified to be in good sacramental standing by their parish priest or local bishop. The interactive directory allows users to search by zip code for Orthodox Christian mental health providers licensed to practice in their state. The directory offers useful details about each provider’s area of practice, as well as contact information. As an ever-growing directory, the Task Force invites mental health providers who are licensed to practice by their state and in good standing in their parishes to apply to be included in the Directory. The Assembly of Bishops recognizes the value of mental health services and encourages the clergy and faithful to seek help in times of need. To access the directory, as well as the provider application, click here. Monthly Orthodox Calendar The Carolinas Deanery Perform Concert at St George’s in Edenton While on a spring retreat in historic Edenton, North Carolina, the clergy of the Carolinas Deanery performed an exquisite choral concert of Russian Orthodox music at St. George’s Orthodox Mission. The show was co-sponsored by St. George’s and the Chowan Arts Council. The Carolina Deanery is part of the Diocese of the South of the Orthodox Church in America (OCA). Protecting Veil - YouTube Channel Spotlight: Zombies and Orthodox Christianity by Jonathan Pagues -- Orthodoxy and Scripture by Fr. Thomas Hopko, a priest, theologian, and a prior Dean of Saint Vladimir's Orthodox Theological Seminary, where he taught dogmatic theology.Orthodox Links
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Today's Saints 
On Bright Wednesday we commemorate the holy monastic Fathers who have shone forth on the God-trodden Mt Sinai. This commemoration was established by the Church of Russia on April 17, 1997. Saints Theocharis and Apostolos are local saints of Arta. The first fell asleep in 1845 and the second a… Read the Life
The holy Great Martyr Irene was born in the city of Magedon in Persia during the fourth century. She was the daughter of Licinius, the pagan ruler of a certain small kingdom, and his wife Licinia, and at birth her parents named her Penelope. Penelope was very beautiful, and her father kept her… Read the Life
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Uncovering of the relics of Venerable James, Abbot of Zhelezny Bor
Saint James of Zhelezny Bor. Today we celebrate the Uncovering of the Relics of the Kostroma Wonderworker. See his Life under April 11, the day of his repose. Read the Life
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The holy New Martyr and wonderworker Ephraim was born in Greece on September 14, 1384. His father died when the saint was young, and his pious mother was left to care for seven children by herself. When Ephraim reached the age of fourteen, the all-good God directed his steps to a monastery on the… Read the Life
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The “Inexhaustible Chalice” Icon of the Most Holy Theotokos was revealed in Russia in 1878. A retired soldier from Tula had spent his pension on alcohol, ruining his health. Though he was no longer able to walk, he continued to drink. One night the holy Elder Barlaam of Serpukhov… Read the Life
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Venerable Barlaam of Serpukhov
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Daily Readings Today's Scripture Readings All Scripture Readings
Today's Saints
On Bright Wednesday we commemorate the holy monastic Fathers who have shone forth on the God-trodden Mt Sinai. This commemoration was established by the Church of Russia on April 17, 1997. Saints Theocharis and Apostolos are local saints of Arta. The first fell asleep in 1845 and the second a… Read the Life
The holy Great Martyr Irene was born in the city of Magedon in Persia during the fourth century. She was the daughter of Licinius, the pagan ruler of a certain small kingdom, and his wife Licinia, and at birth her parents named her Penelope. Penelope was very beautiful, and her father kept her… Read the Life
Troparion & Kontakion
Uncovering of the relics of Venerable James, Abbot of Zhelezny Bor
Saint James of Zhelezny Bor. Today we celebrate the Uncovering of the Relics of the Kostroma Wonderworker. See his Life under April 11, the day of his repose. Read the Life
Troparion & Kontakion
The holy New Martyr and wonderworker Ephraim was born in Greece on September 14, 1384. His father died when the saint was young, and his pious mother was left to care for seven children by herself. When Ephraim reached the age of fourteen, the all-good God directed his steps to a monastery on the… Read the Life
Troparion & Kontakion
The “Inexhaustible Chalice” Icon of the Most Holy Theotokos was revealed in Russia in 1878. A retired soldier from Tula had spent his pension on alcohol, ruining his health. Though he was no longer able to walk, he continued to drink. One night the holy Elder Barlaam of Serpukhov… Read the Life
Troparion & Kontakion
Venerable Barlaam of Serpukhov
No information available at this time. Read the Life
Troparion & Kontakion
Father Benedict's Suggested Readings and Videos
From time to time our Chief Priest suggests articles or videos that educate us on our faith and help us in our spiritual growth. These are listed below. If you have read an article or watched a video from this section, and it is no longer listed, please check under About Orthodoxy as more dated items will be moved there. Articles A Patristic Checkmate on the Game of Thrones A Priest's Thoughts on Depression, Anxiety, the Soul, Your Body and Your Brain - Fr. Stephen Freeman Priest's Advice on How to Protect Yourself From an Orthodox Sect St. Vladimir's Seminary Press, A Case Study in Mission-Driven Publishing The End of Time Is Probably Not What You Think To Be Black and Orthodox: Part of My Story Warning to Orthodox Church: False and Deceitful Venuew That Contradict and Distort Church Teaching Why More African Americans Are Turning to the Orthodox Church Why Orthodox Men Love Church: Many men may not love church but Orthodox men do 7 from Seminary at St. Moses Brotherhood Conference Videos How Music Works: What Happens to your Brain when you Sing? Metropolitan Kallistos Ware Salvation in Christ - The Orthodox Approach |
