St Mary's Byzantine Catholic
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
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About St Mary's Byzantine Catholic
St. Mary Byzantine Catholic Church in Wilkes-Barre welcomes visitors to experience the Byzantine Catholic tradition, often called the best-kept secret of the Catholic Church. Byzantine Catholics share the same Catholic faith as Roman Catholics but maintain a distinct Eastern Christian heritage rooted in the apostolic traditions of Constantinople and the Greek-speaking Christian East. The parish is known for its colorful, vibrant worship space and passionate congregational singing and prayer. Visitors are invited to join a warm, friendly community that celebrates the Divine Liturgy, the principal service of the Byzantine tradition, in which the faithful gather as the Body of Christ to witness and participate in the Kingdom of God on earth.
First-Time Visitor Info for St Mary's Byzantine Catholic
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: The Divine Liturgy, the principal worship service, involves standing together as the Body of Christ, celebrating with psalms and hymns, and participating in the sacramental life of the church. Visitor Tips: The parish emphasizes a welcoming environment and explicitly invites those seeking a church home or those new to the Byzantine tradition to experience their liturgical worship firsthand.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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