Greek Orthodox Churches of America in Alabama
Explore Greek Orthodox churches across Alabama, including parish locations, communities, history, and traditions.
Holy Trinity & Holy Cross Cathedral of Birmingham
Holy Cross – Sts. Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church of Huntsville
Presentation of The Virgin Mary Chapel of Daphne
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Mobile
Saint Athanasios Greek Orthodox Church of Gulf Shores
Annunciation Greek Orthodox Church of Montgomery
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Greek Orthodox churches are in Alabama?
There are 6 Greek Orthodox churches in Alabama.
Which Greek Orthodox Metropolis oversees churches in Alabama?
Greek Orthodox churches in Alabama fall under the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Atlanta, which also oversees parishes in Georgia, Florida, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.
What is the oldest Greek Orthodox church in Alabama?
Alabama's first Greek Orthodox church was Holy Trinity, established in Birmingham in 1906. As the local Greek community grew, a second parish, Holy Cross, was founded in 1933; the two merged in 1953 to form Holy Trinity-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral, which still serves Birmingham today.
Is there a Greek Orthodox cathedral in Alabama?
Yes. Holy Trinity-Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Birmingham serves as Alabama's cathedral, formed from the 1953 merger of the state's two earliest parishes.
Where are most Greek Orthodox churches in Alabama located?
Alabama's Greek Orthodox community has historically been centered in Birmingham, home to the state's oldest and largest parish. Browse the full directory above to see all parish locations across the state.
