Greek Orthodox Churches of America in Minnesota
Explore Greek Orthodox churches across Minnesota, including parish locations, communities, history, and traditions.
The Twelve Holy Apostles Greek Orthodox Church of Duluth
Saint George Greek Orthodox Church of Saint Paul
Saint Mary’s Greek Orthodox Church of Minneapolis
Holy Anargyroi - Saints Cosmas & Damianos Greek Orthodox Church of Rochester
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Greek Orthodox churches are in Minnesota?
Minnesota has 4 Greek Orthodox churches, led by the state's largest Orthodox parish in Minneapolis.
Which Greek Orthodox Metropolis oversees churches in Minnesota?
Minnesota's Greek Orthodox parishes fall under the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago, alongside Illinois, Wisconsin, Iowa, and parts of Indiana and Missouri.
What is the oldest Greek Orthodox church in Minnesota?
St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church, built in 1900 on land now part of the University of Minnesota campus, was the first Greek Orthodox church in Minneapolis and remains the largest Orthodox church in the state.
What is unique about St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church's current location?
St. Mary's has moved twice since 1900, settling in 1956 on the eastern shore of Bde Maka Ska, formerly Lake Calhoun. The site was originally home to a cabin built in 1834 by missionary brothers Samuel and Gideon Pond.
How did St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church's location change over the years?
The parish moved from its original 1900 site to a new church on Lake Street in 1909, which stood until it was demolished in 1955, before the congregation built its current home in 1956.
