Saint George Greek Orthodox Church of Lowell
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church of Lowell serves the Orthodox Christian community of Lowell, Massachusetts, offering regular worship services and preserving Greek Orthodox faith, traditions, and community life in the region.
Phone:
+1 (978) 459-9147
E-mail:
Website:
Clergy:
Served by Metropolis of Boston Clergy
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 George Greek Orthodox Church of Lowell, Massachusetts was established in 1928 by Greek Orthodox families in the city who sought a second Greek Orthodox parish to serve their growing community alongside the historic Holy Trinity Church. The newly formed parish first found a home in the former Worthen Baptist Church, which served as its house of worship for nearly half a century.
In 1973, tragedy struck when a fire destroyed the Worthen Baptist building. But adversity brought with it an unexpected gift. That same year, Grace Universalist Church, a magnificent 1896 building at 44 Princeton Boulevard in the Highlands neighborhood of Lowell, became available for purchase. Saint George acquired it, and the building was renovated for Greek Orthodox use, including the installation of an iconostasis and the addition of Orthodox iconography. The transformation gave the parish one of the most architecturally distinguished church buildings of any Greek Orthodox community in New England.
The building Saint George now calls home is a landmark in its own right. Built in 1895 and 1896, it is an eclectic masterpiece of Romanesque, Beaux Arts, and Classical Revival architectural details. Its most singular feature is a 70-foot masonry dome, the largest existing masonry dome in Massachusetts, designed by the celebrated engineer Rafael Guastavino Sr. and supervised during construction by his son Rafael Guastavino Jr. The Guastavino Tile Arch System, patented in 1885, was employed in some of the great civic buildings of the American Beaux Arts era, including the Registry Hall at Ellis Island and the dome of St. John the Divine in New York. To have such a dome as the canopy of an Orthodox church is a fitting convergence of architectural grandeur and sacred purpose. The building was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2011. Its Facebook page describes it as a replica of the Hagia Sophia, a reflection of how the dome and Byzantine character of the interior evoke that great church of Constantinople.
Today, Saint George Greek Orthodox Church stands at 44 Princeton Boulevard as a parish of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Boston, serving the faithful of Lowell and the surrounding Merrimack Valley in a building of extraordinary beauty and historical significance.
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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.
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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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