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Welcome to the website of St. Stephen Orthodox Cathedral. We are a multi-ethnic community, welcoming Orthodox Christians from all backgrounds as well as inquirers who want to learn more about the Ancient Christian Faith. English is the main language of our parish and it is our hope that many of those who visit and pray with us will be able to become part of the life of the original Christian Church through the Apostolic tradition that has been preserved and is continued to be practiced in the Eastern Orthodox Church.

We hope that this website will help you learn more about the life of our community. Please check our calendar for the schedule of services and our Facebook page for current news.

Regular Services:

Saturday: Great Vespers / Vigil 5 PM
Sunday: Divine Liturgy 10 AM

Feast Day Eve (on weekdays): Great Vespers 6:30 PM
Feast Day: Divine Liturgy 9:30 AM

Studies (September through May):

Thursday: Zoom Bible Study 7:30 PM (Check online calendar for Zoom link)

Sunday School (Children ages 4 to 17): Every Sunday during the school year before the Divine Liturgy (9:30am to 10am). Please see Father Victor if you are interested in having your child participate in the Sunday School Program.

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For comments or questions, please email us at webmaster@ststephenscathedral.org

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St. Stephen Orthodox Cathedral
Philadelphia, PA

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