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.
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.
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.
Our Impact
Our Impact
Explore the 2021 Annual Impact report to learn about the financial performance, ministry building, and community outreach of the Metropolis.
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.
Project HOPE
Project HOPE
Project HOPE partners with parishes and with local networks to help provide food security and stable housing to those in need.
Our Mission
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of Chicago is a Christ-centered community that loves, guides, engages and serves all people.
Taking to heart the Lord’s often-repeated instruction to “be not afraid,” Orthodoxy, at its core, relentlessly bears witness to Beauty, Love, and Truth. Beauty typically takes the lead for Orthodox Christians. Our churches stand out as spaces that elevate and inspire, and our worship connects ancient, modern, and eternal through prayer, music, and visual beauty. Dostoevsky famously stated: “It is beauty that will save the world.” For Orthodox Christianity, this is absolutely true—not in the sense that beauty replaces God, but in the sense that beauty is grounded in God as Creator and, as such, beauty always has the potential to lead us toward God.
“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.