Greek Orthodox Churches of America in Utah
Explore Greek Orthodox churches across Utah, including parish locations, communities, history, and traditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Greek Orthodox churches are in Utah?
Utah has 5 Greek Orthodox churches, anchored by one of the oldest parishes west of the Mississippi.
Which Greek Orthodox Metropolis oversees churches in Utah?
Utah's Greek Orthodox parishes fall under the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Denver, alongside Colorado, Idaho, Wyoming, and other Rocky Mountain states.
What is the oldest Greek Orthodox church in Utah?
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Salt Lake City organized in 1905, becoming the 14th Greek Orthodox parish community in the United States and the oldest between the Mississippi River and the Pacific coast.
What is notable about Holy Trinity Cathedral's building in Salt Lake City?
Built in 1923 in the Byzantine style, Holy Trinity Cathedral was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1975 and served as a central element of Salt Lake City's historic Greek Town neighborhood.
How was Holy Trinity Cathedral in Salt Lake City originally established?
The community held its first meeting in January 1905, acquired a church site the same year, and welcomed its first priest from Greece that April. The first church building was dedicated on October 29, 1905.


