Welcome to the website of Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church, a parish of the Orthodox Church in America (OCA) located in Mentor, Ohio. Our church has been serving Lake County, Geauga County, Ashtabula County, Cuyahoga County, and Summit County since the 70's. Our site has been designed to be used as a resource for both visitors and our own faithful members. The directory to the left may be used to learn about our parish; including history, schedule of liturgical services and church ministries. It also provides the ability to explore the teachings of the Orthodox Faith, directly contact our Pastor, and locate many other helpful resources. Of course the best way to learn about our parish and Orthodoxy is to experience it firsthand. So as the Apostle Phillip said to Nathanael when he inquired about the Lord Jesus, "Come and see!"
St Nicholas Orthodox Church • 9650 Johnnycake Ridge Rd Mentor, OH 44060 • 440-946-9571
Bishop Visits for Parish Feast Day
On December 3-4, His Grace Bishop Matthias visited our parish for our Annual St Nicholas Day Celebration. In addition to the services, Bishop Matthias also attended our Dinner and Children's Program. He was very pleased by all that he experienced during his visit.
Advent Project to Benefit Ugandan Children
During Advent the church school will be collecting for school children in Uganda to provide them with a new outfit for Christmas. This is also open to the parish. Click here for the full details.
Bible Study
Our Tuesday Evening Bible Study is currently in Holiday Recess until the end of February. Check back then to find out when we'll begin meeting again.
St Nicholas Parish supports many charitable causes such as St James Soup Kitchen in Painesvlle, St Herman's House of Hospitality in Cleveland, among many others. Pictured here is Fr Andrew with Seminarian Fotios Kayonjo from Uganda. Fotios spent several of his Christmas Vacations with us and upon his graduation from the Seminary, the Parish sponsored an Open House sending Fotios off with some financial resources.
General Schedule of Services *
Saturday Vigil - 6:30 pm - Confession
Sunday 9:00 am - Church School & Adult Class (Sunday after Labor Day - Sunday before Memorial Day) 10:00 am - Divine Liturgy - Coffee Hour (Summer Hours: 9:30 am begins Sunday after Memorial Day)
Eve of Feasts Vesperal Liturgies at 6:30 pm
* Special Services to be noted on Monthly Calendar and in the Weekly Bulletin
Our Missionaries in Uganda
“Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them; for to such belongs the kingdom of heaven.” (Matt. 19:14)
Our Own Peter & Sharon Georges have returned to their work in Uganda. They will be back with us for Holy Week and Pascha and through the Summer. When home, they are available for Presentations at your parish to describe their work in Africa and are always grateful for your financial gifts.
Listen to the St Nicholas Choir
Our Choir has produced a CD which is featured on Ancient Faith Radio. The selections draw from the rich and diverse heritage of Orthodox Liturgical Music. Hear the CD by clicking on 'Inquirers & Visitors' on the Directory and scrolling to the bottom.
December Newsletter Available
October 13, 2011
“Behold, a virgin shall conceive and bear a son, and shall call his name Immanuel (God With Us).”
God With Us The mystery of the Incarnation is the most significant event in the history of mankind. (Read the complete Newsletter Here.)
Their Mission Statement:
To provide for the education, health, and welfare of Ugandan children, teens, and young adults.
Visit the website of the Uganda Children's Fund here.
You Can Get Here from There
From Route I-90 follow exit #195, Route 615 Center Street at the end of the exit ramp turn north and follow Center Street (Rt. 615) approximately 1 mile to the 2nd light, Johnny Cake Ridge Road (Rt.84), Turn right (east) and follow Johnny Cake Ridge Road (you will go through 3 lights) approximately 2 3/4 mile and St. Nicholas Orthodox Church will be on your right on the south side of the road.
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