ST. NICHOLAS GREEK ORTHODOX SHRINE CHURCH
SERVICES
Join us in prayer and worship. View our full schedule of Divine Liturgies, Feast Day services, and seasonal sacraments throughout the year
EORTOLOGION APRIL 2026
WED April 1
6:00 p.m. Presanctified Liturgy - Προηγιασμένη Λειτουργία- Bible Study following
THU April 2
7:00 p.m. Great Compline - Μέγα Απόδειπνο
FRI April 3
8:00 a.m. Presanctified Liturgy - Προηγιασμένη Λειτουργία
+ HOLY WEEK +
SAT April 4
8:00 a.m. Orthros/ 9:00 a.m. Liturgy Saturday of Lazarus - Σάββατο του Λαζάρου
SUN April 5 Palm Sunday - Κυριακή των Βαΐων
5:45 a.m. Orthros / Όρθρος
6:45 a.m. 1st Liturgy / Πρώτη Λειτουργία (Main church / Κύριος Ναός)
8:45 a.m. 2nd Liturgy / Δεύτερη Λειτουργία (Main church / Κύριος Ναός)
10:30 a.m. 3rd Liturgy / Τρίτη Λειτουργία (Sarantakos Hall / Αίθουσα)
7:00 p.m. Nymphios Service / Νυμφίος
MON April 6
8:00 a.m. Presanctified Liturgy - Προηγιασμένη Λειτουργία
7:00 p.m. Nymphios Service / Νυμφίος
TUE April 7
8:00 a.m. Presanctified Liturgy - Προηγιασμένη Λειτουργία
7:00 p.m. Nymphios Service / Νυμφίος
WED April 8
8:00 a.m. Presanctified Liturgy - Προηγιασμένη Λειτουργία
10:30 a.m. Holy Unction / Ευχέλαιον
7:00 p.m. Orthros & Anointing - Όρθρος και Mύρωμα Ευχελαίου
THU April 9 Holy Thursday - Μεγάλη Πέμπτη
6:00 a.m. 1st Liturgy - 1τη Λειτουργία
8:00 a.m. 2nd Vesperal Divine Liturgy - 2η Εσπερινή Θ. Λειτουργία
6:45 p.m. Service of the Holy Passion - ΤΑ ΑΓΙΑ ΠΑΘΗ
FRI April 10 Holy Friday - Μεγάλη Παρασκευή
9:00 a.m Royal Hours / Αι Ώρες
2:00 p.m. Apokathilosis / Αποκαθήλωση 2:00 p.m.
6:00 p.m. Trisagion / Τρισάγιον
7:00 p.m. Lamentations and Epitaphios - Εγκώμια και Επιτάφιος
SAT April 11 Holy Saturday - Μεγάλο Σάββατο
6:00 a.m. 1st Liturgy / Πρώτη Λειτουργία (Main church / Κύριος Ναός)
7:00 a.m. 2nd Liturgy / Δεύτερη Λειτουργία (Sarantakos Hall / Αίθουσα)
8:15 a.m. 3rd Liturgy / Τρίτη Λειτουργία (Main church / Κύριος Ναός)
11:00 p.m. Paschal Vigil / Κανόνα
SUN April 12 - 12:00 a.m. Resurrection / Ανάσταση
12:30 a.m. Divine Liturgy of Pascha - Λειτουργία του Πάσχα
11:00 a.m. Agape Vespers - Εσπερινός της Αγάπης
+BRIGHT WEEK+
TUE April 14
8:00 a.m. Orthros/ 9:00 a.m. Liturgy Ss. Nicholas, Raphael and Irene - Αγ. Νικόλαου, Ραφαέλ και Ειρήνης
FRI April 17
8:00 a.m. Orthros/ 9:00 a.m. Liturgy Life Giving Spring - Ζωοδόχου Πηγής
SUN April 19
7:30 A.M Orthros/ 8:45 a.m. Liturgy Sunday of Thomas - Κυριακή του Θωμά (One Liturgy)
THU April 23
8:00 a.m. Orthros/ 9:00 a.m. Liturgy St. George the Great Martyr - Αγ. Μεγαλομάρτυρος Γεωργίου
SUN April 26
7:30 a.m. Orthros / 8:45 a.m. Liturgy Sunday of the Myrrh-bearers - Κυριακή των Μυροφόρων (One Liturgy)
THU April 30
8:00 a.m. Orthros/ 9:00 a.m. St. James the Apostle - Αγ. Ιακώβου Αδελφοθέου
While nothing replaces the experience of worshipping together in person, we offer a live stream of our services for those unable to join us in the sanctuary. You can follow our liturgical life from home through our official Facebook page.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Here at St. Nicholas Church, our message and mission is to help people know Jesus, stay curious and live out their faith.
When are your services?
We invite you to join us in communal prayer and worship. For specific times and dates of our Divine Liturgies, Feast Days, and weekday sacraments, please refer to our Eortologion (Calendar of Services) located above.
Sunday Worship: Our primary gathering for the Divine Liturgy.
Special Observances: Detailed schedules for Lenten services, Holy Week, and Major Feast Days are updated monthly in the calendar.
What should I wear?
In the Greek Orthodox tradition, the church is the "House of God" and a sacred space for prayer. We kindly ask that visitors and parishioners dress in a manner that reflects reverence for the Divine Presence by choosing "Sunday Best" or modest, conservative clothing. By ensuring shoulders are covered and attire is dignified in length and fit, we maintain a prayerful environment where all can focus on the Holy Mysteries without distraction.
Who may receive Holy Communion?
In the Orthodox tradition, Holy Communion is the highest expression of our unity in faith. Therefore, only baptized and chrismated Orthodox Christians who have prepared themselves through prayer, fasting, and recent Confession should approach the Chalice. We welcome all visitors to join us in prayer and to receive the Antidoron (blessed bread) distributed at the end of the service as a sign of fellowship.
How can I learn about the Orthodox Faith?
We love sharing the "pearl of great price" that is our faith! You can begin by attending our weekly Divine Liturgy or joining one of our seasonal Bible Study sessions. For those seeking a deeper dive, we offer Catechism classes and a well-stocked parish bookstore filled with the writings of the Church Fathers and contemporary theologians.
How do I follow along with the service?
Orthodox worship is a sensory experience involving the whole person. We provide liturgical books in the pews that contain the text of the Divine Liturgy in both Greek and English to help you follow the prayers and hymns. While the service may feel complex at first, we invite you to simply "come and see," allowing the icons, incense, and chanting to lead you into a state of prayer. Please feel free to stand or sit as you are comfortable, following the lead of the congregation.
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