Contact & Location for S S Peter & Paul Russian
Service Times for S S Peter & Paul Russian
Sunday 10:00 AM
Divine Liturgy
About S S Peter & Paul Russian
Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church is located in Scranton, Pennsylvania and serves under the jurisdiction of the Moscow Patriarchate as part of the Atlantic States Deanery. The church maintains a rich Orthodox Christian heritage, tracing its apostolic succession and liturgical traditions back to the early Church founded by Jesus Christ and his apostles. The congregation celebrates the Divine Liturgy each Sunday morning, preceded by Confession and the Hours, with Saturday evening Vigil services also offered. The church observes the Orthodox liturgical calendar, marking significant feasts and commemorations throughout the year, and welcomes visitors to experience the sung liturgy and sacramental life of the Eastern Orthodox tradition. With a 125th anniversary marking its long presence in the Scranton community, Saints Peter and Paul continues to serve as a spiritual home for Orthodox Christians in northeastern Pennsylvania.
First-Time Visitor Info for S S Peter & Paul Russian
Dress Code: Modest attire is customary; women typically wear skirts or dresses, and head coverings are often worn during services. Service Format: The Divine Liturgy is sung in its entirety, with the faithful receiving Holy Communion on a spoon from both consecrated bread and sanctified wine. Visitor Tips: Saturday evening Vigil begins at 5:00 PM with Sunday services starting at 8:00 AM; arrive early to participate in Confession at 9:00 AM before the 10:00 AM Divine Liturgy.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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