top of page

Annunciation of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church of White Oak

greek orthodox church of america.png

Annunciation of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church of White Oak serves the Orthodox Christian community of White Oak, Pennsylvania, offering regular worship services and preserving Greek Orthodox faith, traditions, and community life in the region.

Phone:

+1 (412) 673-1224

E-mail:

​

Website:

https://www.annunciationwo.pa.goarch.org

Address:

1128 Summit St.

White Oak, Pennsylvania 15131

Directions:

Get directions

Clergy:

Rev. Protopresbyter Christopher Bender, Presiding Priest

Church Type:

Parish

Denomination:

Greek Orthodox

Metropolis:

Metropolis of Pittsburgh

Affiliation:

Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America

Ecumenical Patriarch:

Bartholomew I of Constantinople

Clergy Information updated Jan 2026

History

The Annunciation of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church of White Oak, Pennsylvania has served the Greek Orthodox faithful of the McKeesport area and the Monongahela Valley as part of the broader pattern of Orthodox Christian life that took root in the steel and industrial communities of western Pennsylvania in the early twentieth century. McKeesport, once one of the most productive steel cities in the world and home to the National Tube Works, drew waves of immigrant workers from across Europe and the Mediterranean, and among them were Greek families who sought to establish a spiritual home in the mill towns of the Mon Valley.

 

The parish, officially known as the Annunciation of the Theotokos, is dedicated to the great feast of March 25, the day on which the Archangel Gabriel announced to the Virgin Mary that she would bear the Son of God, a feast that is also celebrated as Greek Independence Day, connecting the parish's spiritual life to the historical memory of the Greek nation. That dual significance gives the feast day of this parish a particular resonance within the Greek Orthodox tradition in America.

 

The Annunciation of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church at 1128 Summit Street in White Oak serves the Orthodox Christian faithful of McKeesport and the surrounding communities of the Monongahela Valley as a parish of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Pittsburgh within the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.

This page serves as a reference resource for Annunciation of the Theotokos Greek Orthodox Church of White Oak, 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.

Map Directions

How to Get To Annunciation of the Theotokos

Study Bible.jpg

Frequently Asked Questions

​

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.

​

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.

​

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.

​

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.

​

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.

​

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.

​

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.

Nearby Churches
by State

Kimisis Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church of Aliquippa in Aliquippa, Pennsylvania

A Greek Orthodox church serving the Aliquippa area in Pennsylvania.

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Altoona in Altoona, Pennsylvania

A Greek Orthodox church serving the Altoona area in Pennsylvania.

Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Ambridge in Ambridge, Pennsylvania

A Greek Orthodox church serving the Ambridge area in Pennsylvania.

Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Bethlehem in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

A Greek Orthodox church serving the Bethlehem area in Pennsylvania.

Saint Matthew Greek Orthodox Church of Blandon in Blandon, Pennsylvania

A Greek Orthodox church serving the Blandon area in Pennsylvania.

Nearby Churches
by
Metropolis

Evangelismos Greek Orthodox Church of Farrell in Farrell, Pennsylvania

A Greek Orthodox church serving the Farrell area in Pennsylvania.

Saint Haralambos Greek Orthodox Church of Canton in Canton, Ohio

A Greek Orthodox church serving the Canton area in Ohio.

All Saints Greek Orthodox Church of Canonsburg in Canonsburg, Pennsylvania

A Greek Orthodox church serving the Canonsburg area in Pennsylvania.

Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church of Reading in Reading, Pennsylvania

A Greek Orthodox church serving the Reading area in Pennsylvania.

All Saints Greek Orthodox Church of Weirton in Weirton, West Virginia

A Greek Orthodox church serving the Weirton area in West Virginia.

GetGreece_Square.png
bottom of page