Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church of Dulles
Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church of Dulles serves the Orthodox Christian community of Dulles, Virginia, offering regular worship services and preserving Greek Orthodox faith, traditions, and community life in the region.
Clergy:
Rev. Presbyter Thomas Manuel, Presiding Priest
Church Type:
Parish
Denomination:
Greek Orthodox
Metropolis:
Metropolis of New Jersey
Affiliation:
Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America
Ecumenical Patriarch:
Bartholomew I of Constantinople
Clergy Information updated Jan 2026
History
Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church of Dulles, Virginia was founded in 2006 as the first and only Greek Orthodox parish in Loudoun County, one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States, established to serve the rapidly expanding population of Orthodox Christian families who had settled in the technology and business corridor west of Washington, D.C.
From its founding the parish worshipped in leased facilities in Dulles while building its community life, growing to more than 150 families and twenty-two active ministries, committees, and organizations within its first decade. On October 30, 2016, His Eminence Metropolitan Evangelos of New Jersey traveled to Loudoun County to celebrate the parish's tenth anniversary, and at that occasion bestowed upon the community its permanent name: Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church, a name that acknowledged its deepening roots in the county and carried with it the Metropolitan's blessing to pursue land for a permanent place of worship.
In June 2019, Metropolitan Evangelos returned to Loudoun County to unveil the parish's newly purchased property of 7.5 acres off Russell Branch Parkway in Ashburn, near Belmont Country Club, a milestone that marked the beginning of the community's journey toward a permanent home. The parish has since moved to its Chantilly address at 25350 Poland Road, continuing the work of establishing an Orthodox Christian presence in the heart of Northern Virginia's growth corridor.
Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church serves the Orthodox Christian faithful of Loudoun County and the greater Northern Virginia technology corridor as a parish of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey within the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, witnessing the transformational Gospel of Jesus Christ through worship, fellowship, philanthropy, and the timeless Orthodox Christian faith and tradition.
This page serves as a reference resource for Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church of Dulles, 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
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.
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