Welcome to Our Parish Website | Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Church They lived with the Lord in all His Feasts by raising their voices as one. During 1994 and 1995, both the exterior and interior of the church were restored, culminating in the celebration of the 90th Anniversary of the parish in November of 1995. [6], Although the Canadian Doukhobors, a Spiritual Christian denomination, do not venerate saints, the Feast of St. Peter and St. Paul has traditionally been a day of celebration for them. Future phases call for the first dedicated Orthodox cemetery in Utah, a fellowship hall and eventually a new, large Byzantine-style cathedral. Who ever heard of sitting during an Orthodox service? Peter and Paul Parish purchased a 5.5-acre rural plot at about 1200 South and 1950 West in Payson, according to a news release issued this week. Many concerts were given throughout Northern and Central New Jersey, sometimes combined with the Balalaika Orchestra. It was believed that the bite of the tarantula wolf spider caused a form of manic behavior which would result in death if the afflicted did not dance and could not be cured without the intercession of saint Paul. In addition to directing the two choirs, she taught the Russian language, although only a few students attended. He was awarded an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree from St. Tikhon Orthodox Seminary in South Canaan, Pennsylvania in May, 2010, Fr Paul Truebenbach Learn More Vespers and other services as scheduled. In 2018, Sts. Leadership - Saints Peter & Paul Orthodox Christian Church 6980 County Line Rd Take I-55 east and exit at County Line Rd north (exit 276B). 123 talking about this. Above all, in coming here, Father saw the need for two complete Liturgies. Take I-294 south to I-55 (Stevenson Expressway) south and . He took over the duties of the religious and Russian teaching from Father Lachno. Through his efforts, the Men's Welfare Club was organized. He came and faithfully served the parish until his death. The first parishioner buried at the cemetery was John Koval on October 7, 1910. For the 3rd-century martyrs, see, Historische levensbeschryving van P.P. A few years prior to the building of the new rectory, the property adjacent to the church on the opposite side was purchased and the building demolished. It was in 1913 that the parishioners saw that the parish was outgrowing its present facilities and ground was purchased directly behind the church property. Confessions: Friday 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm, Saturday, 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm, and by appointment/ Confesiones: viernes de 6:00 pm a 6:45, sbado de 4:00 . Grocery. There were also the many who couldn't work, but donated and supported. The doors are open to all who seek the way of truth found in the ancient church founded by Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The church was built under the guidance of Father Hotovitsky. The rustic, Russian-style Orthodox church is slated to be completed this fall. The Very Reverend Joseph Kreshik found long-range plans had been made, and with his assistance they were followed through. By 1942, our choir was reaching its peak with over 45 voices. Were happy for a kind of more country feela peaceful feela prayerful kind of sanctuary for anyone who wants to come, said Havens. Above all, they were dedicated, hard workers. There was also forced military conscription for all males. Because of his close relationship with all the churches in the community, it wasn't surprising to find clergy from other denominations attending our services. After a week, they returned and started to work on a similar but smaller version of the church in Cleveland. At that time, the new building will be consecrated during a special service conducted by His Eminence Metropolitan Joseph of the Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese of North America. May God bless your journey! The history of SS Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church actually begins with the founding of another church, The Nativity of the Virgin Mary, by four men: Afton and Samuel Bock, and Aleck (Wasil) and Ilko Tellep. Whether you are a guest, an inquirer, or member, you are welcome. Both faiths claim to be modeled after the original church established by Jesus Christ himself, but Orthodox Christians do not believe in the same "great apostasy" Latter-day Saints do. The person with the most knowledge of the services was chosen to be choirmaster. Coffee. Philip Pechinsky, V. Rev. Our Church Cemetery was founded in 1910 - five years after the founding of our Church. The interior of the church was decorated, and on September 7, 1932, was blessed by Bishop Benjamin of New York. American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Diocese, American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Diocese of the U.S.A, Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople.