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Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of Fall River

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Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of Fall River serves the Orthodox Christian community of Fall River, Massachusetts, offering regular worship services and preserving Greek Orthodox faith, traditions, and community life in the region.

Address:

289 North Main Street

Fall River, Massachusetts 02720

Directions:

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Clergy:

Rev. Presbyter John Afendoulis, Presiding Priest

Church Type:

Parish

Denomination:

Greek Orthodox

Metropolis:

Metropolis of Boston

Affiliation:

Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America

Ecumenical Patriarch:

Bartholomew I of Constantinople

Clergy Information updated Jan 2026

History

Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of Fall River, Massachusetts has served the Orthodox Christian faithful of the greater Fall River area from its home at 289 North Main Street, standing as a beloved spiritual center in a city whose history as one of New England's great industrial and immigrant communities is woven into the fabric of the parish itself.

 

Among the clergy who have shaped the community is the Reverend Robert Stephanopoulos, who served as pastor of Saint Demetrios before going on to serve parishes in Rye, New York, and Cleveland, Ohio, before his appointment as Dean of the Archdiocesan Cathedral of the Holy Trinity in New York City, where he served for twenty-five years. His son George Stephanopoulos became one of the most recognized journalists in American television, a connection that has made Saint Demetrios a point of note in the broader story of the Greek-American experience in New England.

 

Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church at 289 North Main Street serves the Orthodox Christian community of the greater Fall River area as a parish of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Boston within the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, committed to worship, fellowship, and the proclamation of the ancient Orthodox Christian faith in southeastern Massachusetts.

This page serves as a reference resource for Saint Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church of Fall River, 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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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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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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