Contact & Location for Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church
About Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church
Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church is a Russian Orthodox parish located in Scranton, Pennsylvania, under the jurisdiction of the Moscow Patriarchate and part of the Atlantic States Deanery. The church maintains the liturgical traditions of the Eastern Orthodox Church, celebrating the apostolic faith handed down through unbroken episcopal succession since the time of Christ and the apostles. The parish serves the local community with a full liturgical calendar that includes Divine Liturgy, Vespers, and other traditional Orthodox services throughout the week. Visitors are welcome to experience the church's rich spiritual heritage, iconic worship practices, and sacramental life as preserved in the Orthodox Christian tradition.
First-Time Visitor Info for Saints Peter and Paul Russian Orthodox Church
Dress Code: Modest attire is typical for Orthodox worship; women often wear headscarves. Service Format: The Divine Liturgy is always sung in the Orthodox tradition, with services beginning on Saturday evening and continuing through Sunday morning; the faithful receive Holy Communion on a spoon with both consecrated bread and sanctified wine. Visitor Tips: Arrive early to experience the full service; visitors are encouraged to contact the church directly for guidance on participation and Orthodox customs.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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