The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago Foundation
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago Foundation
The purpose of the Foundation is to create an endowment for the Metropolis of Chicago that will provide stability and transparency for donors and generate funds that expressly advances the mission and long-term vision of the Metropolis of Chicago.
Metropolis Cup - Annual Golf Event
Metropolis Cup - Annual Golf Event
Our History & Mission
Our History & Mission
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago is a Christ-centered community that loves, guides, engages and serves all people. Our community consists of 58 parishes and two monasteries in five midwestern states.
Our Impact
Our Impact
Explore the 2024 Annual Impact report to learn about the financial performance, ministry building, and community outreach of the Metropolis.
His Eminence
His Eminence
Learn about our spiritual leader, Metropolitan Nathanael of Chicago, and explore His Eminence's recent writings, video messages, upcoming events, and more.
Youth & Young Adults
Youth & Young Adults
Our largest and most active ministry. Through a broad range of programs and initiatives, our youth programs work to cultivate the next generation of faithful spiritually, culturally and socially.
The Mustard Seed Fund
Share your Experience
Share your Experience
Share your favorite photos and we may feature them in an upcoming email newsletter or on our social media accounts!
St. Iakovos Retreat Center
St. Iakovos Retreat Center
Learn about the St. Iakovos Retreat Center - a 137-acre retreat facility located in the western corner of Kenosha county in beautiful Kansasville, WI. Keep up to date on the latest SIRC news with their regular newsletter, "The Ark".
2025 Metropolis of Chicago Clergy-Laity Assembly
Wednesday, November 5 – Thursday, November 6, 2025
Meridian Banquet & Conference Center | Rolling Meadows
Under the guidance of His Eminence Metropolitan Nathanael, the Clergy-Laity Assembly convenes clergy and lay leaders from across the Metropolis to address, vote and approve significant matters impacting the life, growth, and unity of the Church.
“If we walk in the light, as God is in the light, then we also have communion with one another …”
Our Ministries: Faith in Action
View AllThe ministries of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago represent the works of the Church and are created on both the diocesan and parish levels to meet the needs, concerns, and expectations of the faithful as well as to positively impact parish communities. In short, ministries are the Christian faith in action. The Metropolis of Chicago maintains several ministries focused on outreach, athletic, musical, fraternal, and cultural ministries, to name a few. All provide the opportunity for laypeople and clergy to come together and grow spiritually in fellowship, service, and community.
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Youth & Young Adults
Through a broad range of programs and initiatives, the ministry works to cultivate the next gerneration of faithful.
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Philoptochos
The philanthropic heart of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese is dedicated to uplifting those in need.
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Archons
The mission of the Order of St.
Andrew is to defend the Ecumenical Patriarchate.
Our Parishes
View All ParishesThe Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago is the diocese of and for the Greek Orthodox faithful in the Midwest.
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago supports and represents over 60 parishes through the midwest.
Together, we comprise a Christ-centered community that loves, guides, engages, and serves all people, both Orthodox and non- Orthodox alike.
We welcome you to join us in prayer.