Orthodox Churches in West Virginia

Orthodox Christianity in West Virginia

West Virginia has 1 Orthodox Christian parishes and missions in this directory, present in 1 cities and towns. That is roughly 0.2% of the 627 listed parishes in the United States, which places West Virginia at number 49 among every state by parish count. 1 of the listings publish a phone number and 1 link to a parish website, so you can confirm Divine Liturgy times before you visit.

Jurisdictions and dioceses in West Virginia

Orthodox parishes in West Virginia 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.

• Archdiocese of Western Pennsylvania1

Attending a service in West Virginia

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 West Virginia

How many Orthodox churches are there in West Virginia?

This directory lists 1 Orthodox Christian parishes and missions in West Virginia, spread across 1 cities and towns. That is about 0.2% of the 627 listed parishes in the United States, making West Virginia the number 49 state by parish count.

Which cities in West Virginia have Orthodox parishes?

The cities with the most Orthodox parishes in West Virginia are Weirton. Every listing includes the street address, phone number where published, and a link to the parish website.

Which Orthodox jurisdictions serve West Virginia?

Parishes in West Virginia belong to 1 listed diocese: Archdiocese of Western Pennsylvania (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 West Virginia?

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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