Contact & Location for Old Orthodox Church-Nativity
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Service Times for Old Orthodox Church-Nativity
Sunday 7:30 AM
Midnight Service
Sunday 8:15 AM
Hours and Liturgy
Saturday 4:00 PM
Vespers
Saturday 5:20 PM
Matins
From the church’s website · checked Oct 2026
Leadership
Bishop John of Caracas and South America
Bishop
What their website says
Our Bishop is Bishop John of Caracas and South America
About Old Orthodox Church-Nativity
Old Orthodox Church-Nativity, also known as the Church of the Nativity of Christ, is an Old Rite parish of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia in Erie, Pennsylvania. The church has overlooked Erie’s bayfront since it was completed in 1919. After the original church was destroyed by fire in 1986, it was completely rebuilt, and the parish celebrated its 100th anniversary in July 2019. Worship is in the Orthodox liturgical tradition, with services conducted almost entirely in English.
First-Time Visitor Info for Old Orthodox Church-Nativity
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Saturday Vespers are at 4:00 PM, and Sunday Hours and Liturgy are at 8:15 AM. Services are conducted almost entirely in English. Visitor Tips: Not specified — please contact the church directly.
History & building
Founded in 1916
The parish was originally chartered in 1916. The first church was dedicated in 1919, and the church was later destroyed by fire and rebuilt.
What their website says
originally chartered in 1916
Spaces available to rent
Ministry, leadership and visit details above come from the church’s own website. They can change, so please confirm with the church.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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