Saint Andrew Greek Orthodox Church of Randolph
Saint Andrew Greek Orthodox Church of Randolph serves the Orthodox Christian community of Randolph, New Jersey, offering regular worship services and preserving Greek Orthodox faith, traditions, and community life in the region.
Clergy:
Rev. Protopresbyter John Theodosion, 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
Saint Andrew Greek Orthodox Church of Randolph, New Jersey was established in 1965 to bring the Gospel of Christ and the ancient Orthodox Christian faith to the communities of Morris County and the neighboring suburbs of northern New Jersey. The founding of the parish reflected the broader postwar dispersal of Greek Orthodox families from the cities of New Jersey into the Morris County suburbs, where no Greek Orthodox community yet existed to serve their spiritual needs.
In the six decades since its founding, Saint Andrew has grown into a welcoming center of Orthodox Christian and Hellenic community life at its home on Sussex Turnpike. The parish is dedicated to Saint Andrew the First-Called, the brother of the Apostle Peter and the first of Christ's disciples, who after the Ascension preached throughout Greece and Asia Minor and was martyred in Patras of Achaia on a cross in the shape of the letter X, the first letter of Christ's name in Greek. The parish takes its patron's missionary spirit seriously, extending a welcome to Orthodox Christians of Hellenic heritage alongside those of Romanian, Arabic, Serbian, and American backgrounds, reflecting the universal character of the ancient faith.
Saint Andrew's annual Big Greek Festival has become a beloved Morris County tradition, drawing visitors from across northern New Jersey to the Sussex Turnpike campus for Greek food, music, and the warmth of Hellenic hospitality that the parish has shared with the broader community for more than half a century.
Saint Andrew Greek Orthodox Church at 1447 Sussex Turnpike in Randolph serves the Orthodox Christian faithful of Morris County as a parish of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey within the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.
This page serves as a reference resource for Saint Andrew Greek Orthodox Church of Randolph, 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.
How to Get To Saint Andrew
Upcoming Greek Events Closest to Randolph
Kazantzakis' Report to Greco, performed in Greek by Takis Chrysikakos.
Oct 23, 2026
Greek bazaar and food fair in Pawtucket, Oct 24 from 10 AM and Oct 25 from 11 AM.
Oct 24, 2026
AHEPA dinner dance with Palko Greek Music Band at Saint Sophia, DC.
Oct 24, 2026
Oxi Day celebration hosted by the Federation of Hellenic-American Societies of New England
Oct 25, 2026
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.
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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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