Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Clearwater
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Clearwater serves the Orthodox Christian community of Clearwater, Florida, offering regular worship services and preserving Greek Orthodox faith, traditions, and community life in the region.
Clergy:
Rev. Protopresbyter James Paris, Presiding Priest
Church Type:
Parish
Denomination:
Greek Orthodox
Metropolis:
Metropolis of Atlanta
Affiliation:
Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America
Ecumenical Patriarch:
Bartholomew I of Constantinople
Clergy Information updated Jan 2026
History
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Clearwater, Florida was founded in 1969 by Greek Americans who sought to establish an Orthodox Christian community in Pinellas County. It holds the distinction of being the third oldest Greek Orthodox community in the Tampa Bay area. The original church at 409 South Old Coachman Road was consecrated on Christmas Eve 1969, and from that first service the parish became the spiritual home for generations of Clearwater families who gathered there for baptisms, weddings, funerals, and the full rhythm of Orthodox Christian life.
For decades the church served as a center of Greek Orthodox community in Clearwater, growing to more than 550 families and extending its reach through educational programs, philanthropic ministries, and its popular annual Clearwater GreekFest, one of Pinellas County's oldest and most beloved cultural celebrations. When the church was consecrated in 1969, church officials installed a small box inside the altar containing relics of saints and irreplaceable sacred objects, embedding the parish's spiritual foundation in the very structure of its worship space.
On February 7, 2015, an unattended candle ignited a fire that spread quickly through the front of the church. By the time firefighters arrived, smoke and water damage had destroyed approximately 40 percent of the building. The damage was ultimately assessed as beyond renovation. Though the congregation was devastated, it did not falter. Services were moved immediately to the church gymnasium, which the faithful began calling the church-nasium, where they worshipped for nearly five years while the new church was built around the salvaged altar and a stunning Italian mosaic of the Virgin Mary with the Christ child, both preserved through careful and painstaking effort by Kokolakis Contracting, the firm that led the rebuilding.
The new church opened on Christmas Eve 2019, exactly fifty years to the day from the original consecration. Its classic Byzantine architecture, golden dome, and iconography carry forward the traditions of the generation that first built a home for Greek Orthodox worship in Clearwater, now passed to the generation that rebuilt it. Today, Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church stands at 409 South Old Coachman Road as a parish of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta, a community that proved its faith not only in worship but in resilience.
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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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