Saint Katherine’s Greek Orthodox Church

Saint Katherine’s Greek Orthodox Church is a parish of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, located at 3149 Glen Carlyn Road, Falls Church, Virginia. It serves the Orthodox Christian community in the Washington, DC metropolitan area through liturgical services, education, and cultural outreach.

Parish Overview
Founded to preserve and celebrate Greek Orthodox faith and heritage, Saint Katherine’s provides regular worship services in the Byzantine tradition, including Orthros and the Divine Liturgy on Sundays. The parish belongs to the Metropolis of New Jersey and maintains close ties to the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople.

Clergy and Leadership
As of 2026, the presiding priest (Proistamenos) is Rev. Economos Father Zissis Lappas, assisted by Rev. Presbyter Michael Diamond and Rev. Deacon Haralambos Chelpon. Together they lead spiritual life, sacraments, and pastoral care for parish members.

Ministries and Community Programs
The church hosts numerous ministries such as youth and young adult groups, Bible studies, schools, book clubs, and cultural programs. Service organizations include Philoptochos, AHEPA Chapter #438, Daughters of Penelope, and Missions & Outreach, reflecting the parish’s emphasis on charity and community engagement.

Worship and Stewardship
Saint Katherine’s emphasizes stewardship as a spiritual practice that sustains parish life and supports programs like choirs, education, and missions. The community’s hallmark event, the annual Greek Festival, showcases Hellenic culture through food, dance, and music, attracting visitors from across Northern Virginia.

Significance
Serving as both a religious and cultural center, Saint Katherine’s Greek Orthodox Church remains a cornerstone for Orthodox Christians in the capital region, fostering faith, fellowship, and continuity of Greek tradition.