Greek Orthodox Churches in the Metropolis of New Jersey
Explore Greek Orthodox churches across the Metropolis of New Jersey, including parish locations, communities, history, and traditions.
Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of North Wildwood NJ
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Elkins Park PA
St. Elpis Greek Orthodox Church of Hopewell VA
Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church of Toms River NJ
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Egg Harbor Township NJ
Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church of Atlantic City NJ
Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of Perth Amboy NJ
Saint Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church of Paramus NJ
Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church of Annapolis MD
Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church of Virginia Beach VA
Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of Williamsburg VA
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church of Ocean NJ
Saints Constantine & Helen Cathedral of Richmond VA
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Westfield NJ
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church of Media PA
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church of Ocean City MD
St. George Greek Orthodox Church of Lynchburg VA
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church of Clifton NJ
Evangelismos Greek Orthodox Church of Philadelphia PA
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Roanoke VA
Saint Theodore Greek Orthodox Church of Lanham MD
Saints Mary Magdalene & Markella Greek Orthodox Church of Darlington MD
Saint Thomas Greek Orthodox Church of Cherry Hill NJ
Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church of Baltimore MD
St. Peter Greek Orthodox Church of Danville VA
Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church of Dulles VA
Nativity of the Theotokos Church of Fredericksburg VA
Saint George Cathedral of Philadelphia PA
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of Union NJ
Saint Luke Greek Orthodox Church of Broomall PA
Saints Constantine & Helen Church of Newport News VA
Annunciation Cathedral of Baltimore MD
Evangelismos Tis Theotokou Greek Orthodox Church of Jersey City NJ
Saints Peter and Paul Greek Orthodox Church of Frederick MD
Ascension Greek Orthodox Church of Fairview NJ
Saint John the Theologian Cathedral of Tenafly NJ
Dormition of the Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church of Winchester VA
Saint Katherine Greek Orthodox Church of Falls Church VA
St. Fanourios Greek Orthodox Church of Elizabeth NJ
Saints Nicholas Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church of Roseland NJ
Kimisis Tis Theotokou Church of Holmdel NJ
Saint Andrew Greek Orthodox Church of Randolph NJ
Saint Anna Greek Orthodox Church of Flemington NJ
Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church of Washington DC of Silver Spring MD
Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church of Wyckoff NJ
Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of Baltimore MD
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church of Piscataway NJ
Annunciation Cathedral of Norfolk VA
Greek Orthodox Church of Saint George of Bethesda MD
Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church of Charlottesville VA
St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of Jersey City NJ
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church of Trenton NJ
Saint Anthony Greek Orthodox Church of Vineland NJ
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Wilmington DE
Saint Sophia Saints Faith Hope & Agape Greek Orthodox Church of Jeffersonville PA
About the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey is the mid-Atlantic regional jurisdiction of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, covering a territory that extends well beyond its name. Its 55 parishes serve the faithful across the entire state of New Jersey, the greater Philadelphia area in southeastern Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia, making it one of the most geographically expansive metropolises in the Archdiocese. Metropolitan offices are located in Westfield, New Jersey, and the cathedral church is the Cathedral of Saint John the Theologian in Tenafly, New Jersey.
Greek Orthodox presence in New Jersey dates to the nineteenth century, when the first waves of Greek immigrants began settling in the region's industrial cities. The first Greek Orthodox church in the state, Saint Nicholas in Newark, was established in 1901, anchoring a community that would grow steadily through successive waves of immigration across the twentieth century. That original Newark parish, later merged with Saints Constantine and Helen of Orange, traces a direct line to the communities that now form the foundation of the Metropolis.
The Diocese of New Jersey was formally established in 1977 as a distinct administrative unit within the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, with its first bishop enthroned in 1979. It was elevated to the rank of metropolis in December 2002, when the Archdiocese reorganized its regional structure under a new charter from the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. The Metropolis has navigated a notably complex recent history: in 2020 it was suspended by the Archbishop with intentions of absorbing it into the Direct Archdiocesan District, a decision that was reversed by Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew in 2022, restoring the Metropolis to full standing as an independent eparchy within the Archdiocese.
Metropolitan Apostolos was elected by the Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate on July 24, 2023, and enthroned at the Cathedral of Saint John the Theologian in Tenafly on September 16, 2023. Born on the island of Rhodes, Metropolitan Apostolos studied Orthodox theology and Byzantine music before coming to the United States in 2001. He holds degrees from the Aristotle University of Thessaloniki and Boston University School of Theology, and served in various capacities across the Archdiocese for more than two decades prior to his election, including as Chancellor of the Metropolis of San Francisco and as Chief Secretary of the Holy Eparchial Synod.
The Metropolis of New Jersey sits at the intersection of two of the most densely populated Greek-American corridors in the country. The communities of northern New Jersey have historically functioned as an extension of the greater New York Greek-American world, while the parishes of the Philadelphia area, Delaware, and the mid-Atlantic states reflect a distinct regional character shaped by the industrial and professional migration patterns of the twentieth century. Together they form one of the more diverse jurisdictions in the Archdiocese, spanning dense urban parishes, established suburban communities, and smaller congregations across a wide geographic range.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey?
The Metropolis of New Jersey is a regional jurisdiction of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, responsible for 55 parishes across the mid-Atlantic United States. It operates under the spiritual authority of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople and is led by its own metropolitan bishop, who participates in the Holy Eparchial Synod of the Archdiocese alongside the hierarchs of the other metropolises.
Which states and areas does the Metropolis of New Jersey cover?
The Metropolis covers the entire state of New Jersey, the greater Philadelphia metropolitan area in southeastern Pennsylvania, and portions of Delaware, Maryland, and Virginia. Despite its name, its jurisdiction extends across five states and the greater mid-Atlantic region.
Where is the Metropolis of New Jersey headquartered?
The Metropolis offices are located in Westfield, New Jersey. The cathedral church is the Cathedral of Saint John the Theologian in Tenafly, New Jersey, where Metropolitan Apostolos was enthroned in September 2023.
When was the Metropolis of New Jersey established?
The Diocese of New Jersey was established in 1977 within the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, with its first bishop enthroned in 1979. It was elevated to a metropolis in December 2002 as part of the Archdiocese's broader reorganization. Following a period of suspension beginning in 2020, the Ecumenical Patriarchate restored the Metropolis to full standing in 2022.
What is the oldest Greek Orthodox parish in New Jersey?
The first Greek Orthodox church in New Jersey was Saint Nicholas in Newark, established in 1901. That community was later merged with Saints Constantine and Helen of Orange to form Saints Nicholas, Constantine and Helen in Roseland, which serves as the mother church of the Metropolis.
How do I find a Greek Orthodox parish in New Jersey or the surrounding area?
Use the parish directory above to search by state, city, or town. Each listing includes the parish name, address, and a link to the individual parish page with historical background, service times, and contact information.
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