Greek Orthodox Churches of America in Idaho
Explore Greek Orthodox churches across Idaho, including parish locations, communities, history, and traditions.
Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church of Boise
Assumption Greek Orthodox Church of Pocatello
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Greek Orthodox churches are in Idaho?
Idaho has 2 Greek Orthodox churches, serving communities in Pocatello and Boise.
Which Greek Orthodox Metropolis oversees churches in Idaho?
Idaho's Greek Orthodox parishes fall under the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Denver, alongside Texas, Oklahoma, New Mexico, Kansas, Colorado, North Dakota, South Dakota, Wyoming, Utah, and Nebraska.
What is the oldest Greek Orthodox church in Idaho?
The Church of the Assumption in Pocatello, built in 1915 in the Byzantine Revival style, is Idaho's older Hellenic Orthodox church and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
When was the Boise Greek Orthodox church founded?
Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church in Boise was founded in 1951 by Greek and Cretan immigrants who had settled in the Treasure Valley and sought a permanent place of Orthodox worship in the state capital.
Does Boise host a Greek festival?
Yes. Saints Constantine and Helen Greek Orthodox Church hosts the annual Boise Greek Festival each June, which has grown into a major cultural event in the Treasure Valley.
