Orthodox Churches in Rhode Island

Orthodox Christianity in Rhode Island

Rhode Island has 2 Orthodox Christian parishes and missions in this directory, present in 2 cities and towns. That is roughly 0.3% of the 627 listed parishes in the United States, which places Rhode Island at number 43 among every state by parish count. 2 of the listings publish a phone number and 2 link to a parish website, so you can confirm Divine Liturgy times before you visit.

Jurisdictions and dioceses in Rhode Island

Orthodox parishes in Rhode Island are organised under the following dioceses. The jurisdiction matters in practice: it determines whether a parish keeps the Julian (Old) or Revised Julian calendar, and therefore the civil dates of Nativity, Theophany and the fixed feasts.

• Diocese of New England1
• Romanian Episcopate1

Cities in Rhode Island with Orthodox churches

• Cumberland · 1
• Woonsocket · 1

Attending a service in Rhode Island

Visitors are welcome at any Orthodox parish. Services follow the liturgical day rather than a fixed programme, so check the daily Scripture readings, the fasting rule for that date, and the saint commemorated before you go. On Sundays the Divine Liturgy is normally in the morning, preceded by Orthros; on the eve of a great feast most parishes serve Vespers or a Vigil.

Frequently asked about Orthodox churches in Rhode Island

How many Orthodox churches are there in Rhode Island?

This directory lists 2 Orthodox Christian parishes and missions in Rhode Island, spread across 2 cities and towns. That is about 0.3% of the 627 listed parishes in the United States, making Rhode Island the number 43 state by parish count.

Which cities in Rhode Island have Orthodox parishes?

The cities with the most Orthodox parishes in Rhode Island are Cumberland, Woonsocket. Every listing includes the street address, phone number where published, and a link to the parish website.

Which Orthodox jurisdictions serve Rhode Island?

Parishes in Rhode Island belong to 2 listed dioceses: Diocese of New England (1), Romanian Episcopate (1). Jurisdiction affects the liturgical calendar a parish follows, so check whether yours keeps the Julian (Old) or Revised Julian calendar before planning feast days.

How do I find Divine Liturgy times in Rhode Island?

Service times change with the liturgical season, so call the parish or open its website from the listing above. Use the daily Orthodox calendar on this site to see the feast, fasting rule and Scripture readings for the day you plan to attend.

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