Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church
Shrewsbury, Massachusetts
Contact & Location for Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church
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Service Times for Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church
Sunday 10:00 AM
Divine Liturgy
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Plan your visit
Coffee
Coffee is available
What their website says
After the service, we hope you will join us in the hall for refreshments and fellowship.
Leadership
The Rev. Fr. Vasile Aileni
Priest
What their website says
The Rev. Fr. Vasile Aileni, Priest
Programs & Ministries at Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church
About Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church
Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church in Shrewsbury, Massachusetts welcomes visitors to experience worship rooted in the ancient Apostolic tradition. The parish gathers for Divine Liturgy every Sunday at 10:00 am, followed by Sunday School during the sermon time, creating opportunities for spiritual growth across all ages. The church emphasizes community connection through various ministries, including the Parish Council, altar servers, Ladies Auxiliary, and Church School program, which foster both spiritual learning and service to the broader community. As an Orthodox parish, Saint Nicholas maintains a living historical connection to the Apostles through apostolic succession and invites all visitors regardless of ethnic background to join in worship and consider becoming part of their faith community.
First-Time Visitor Info for Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church
Dress Code: Modest, respectful attire is typical for Orthodox Divine Liturgy; women often wear headscarves or veils. Service Format: Divine Liturgy every Sunday at 10:00 am, followed by Sunday School; the service includes traditional hymns, prayers, and liturgical participation. Visitor Tips: Visitors are warmly welcomed and may observe or participate in worship; arriving a few minutes before 10:00 am allows time to find a place in the church and observe the beginning of the service.
Groups & programs
History & building
Founded in 1949
St. Nicholas Church was founded in 1949 by Romanian Orthodox Christians who had settled in the Worcester area. The parish later moved to Shrewsbury and began construction of a new church complex in 2002.
What their website says
St. Nicholas Church was founded in 1949
Ministry, leadership and visit details above come from the church’s own website. They can change, so please confirm with the church.
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