Greek Orthodox Churches of America in Georgia
Explore Greek Orthodox churches across Georgia, including parish locations, communities, history, and traditions.
Annunciation Cathedral of Atlanta
St. George Chapel of Brunswick
Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church of Macon
Saint Paul Greek Orthodox Church of Savannah
Archangel Michael Chapel of Atlanta
Holy Transfiguration Mission Church of Columbus
Holy Transfiguration Greek Orthodox Church of Marietta
Saint Philothea Greek Orthodox Church of Watkinsville
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church of Augusta
Saints Raphael, Nicholas and Irene Greek Orthodox Church of Cumming
Saint Christopher Greek Orthodox Church of Peachtree City
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Greek Orthodox churches are in Georgia?
Georgia has 11 Greek Orthodox churches, including the seat of the Metropolis of Atlanta.
What is the headquarters of Greek Orthodoxy in Georgia?
Georgia's Greek Orthodox parishes fall under the Metropolis of Atlanta, whose cathedral and metropolitan offices are both based in the city of Atlanta, making Georgia the administrative center for Greek Orthodox communities across the Southeast.
When was Atlanta's first Greek Orthodox church founded?
Atlanta's first Greek Orthodox parish, the Cathedral of the Annunciation, was founded on September 5, 1905, when 72 Greek immigrant families began holding services in a rented room above a downtown store.
How did the Annunciation Cathedral in Atlanta arrive at its current home?
The Annunciation congregation moved several times over the decades, from a converted Presbyterian church in 1906 to a former synagogue in 1928, before settling into its present Byzantine-style building on Clairmont Road, dedicated as a cathedral in 1970.
What event does the Annunciation Cathedral in Atlanta host each year?
Since 1974, the Annunciation Greek Orthodox Cathedral has hosted the Atlanta Greek Festival every September, drawing the surrounding community into the parish's Byzantine-style church and grounds.
