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Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Kalamazoo

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Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Kalamazoo serves the Orthodox Christian community of Kalamazoo, Michigan, offering regular worship services and preserving Greek Orthodox faith, traditions, and community life in the region.

Phone:

+1 (269) 345-5389

E-mail:

bigtheopapou@gmail.com

Website:

https://www.agockzoo.org

Address:

507 South Westnedge Avenue

Kalamazoo, Michigan 49007

Directions:

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Clergy:

Rev. Presbyter Bryce Vasilios Buffenbarger, Presiding Priest

Church Type:

Parish

Denomination:

Greek Orthodox

Metropolis:

Metropolis of Detroit

Affiliation:

Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America

Ecumenical Patriarch:

Bartholomew I of Constantinople

Clergy Information updated Jan 2026

History

Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Kalamazoo, Michigan has served the Orthodox Christian faithful of southwest Michigan from its home at 507 South Westnedge Avenue, bringing the ancient liturgical and sacramental tradition of the Eastern Church to a university city well removed from the larger Greek Orthodox communities of Detroit and Grand Rapids.

 

From its Greek immigrant origins the parish has evolved into a small, ethnically diverse, and welcoming Orthodox Christian community whose services are conducted entirely in English, reflecting a commitment to making the ancient faith accessible to all who seek it regardless of ethnic background. The parish draws together Orthodox Christians of Greek, Romanian, and many other backgrounds, as well as a growing number of converts to Orthodoxy drawn to the ancient liturgical tradition of the Eastern Church.

 

The community is currently pursuing the exciting challenge of finding a new permanent home to accommodate its growth, a building campaign that reflects the parish's vitality and its confidence in the future of Orthodox Christian life in southwest Michigan.

 

Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church at 507 South Westnedge Avenue in Kalamazoo serves the Orthodox Christian faithful of southwest Michigan as a parish of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Detroit within the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.

This page serves as a reference resource for Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Kalamazoo, providing essential information such as location, contact details, clergy, and church affiliation. It is intended to help visitors and members of the Orthodox Christian community easily find accurate parish information in one place.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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How do I register as a member at a Greek Orthodox parish?

Parish membership is generally established by registering with the church office. Each parish may have its own process for enrollment and participation in parish life.

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Can I attend services if I am not a registered member of the parish?

Greek Orthodox churches welcome visitors and non-members to attend services. Participation in sacraments may require coordination with the parish and priest.

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How do I contact the parish priest for pastoral matters?

Pastoral requests are typically handled by the parish priest. The parish office can assist with contact details and help coordinate appointments or inquiries.

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How do I register to baptize my child in the Greek Orthodox Church?

Baptism requests are handled by the local parish. The church will usually require documentation from the parents and godparent, along with coordination with the priest to schedule the baptism.

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How do I request a wedding date at my Greek Orthodox church?

Wedding dates are scheduled through the parish office and priest. Availability depends on the church calendar, fasting periods, and parish guidelines, so it is recommended to inquire well in advance.

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How do I obtain a copy of my Greek Orthodox marriage certificate?

Marriage certificates are typically issued by the church where the sacrament took place. To request a copy, contact the parish office directly and ask what information or identification is required.

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How do I obtain a copy of my Greek Orthodox baptismal certificate?

Baptismal certificates are typically issued by the church where the baptism took place. To request a copy, contact the parish office directly and ask what information or identification is required.

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