Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church of Washington DC

Saints Constantine & Helen Greek Orthodox Church of Washington, D.C. is a parish of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America serving the metropolitan Washington area from its current location in Silver Spring, Maryland. Established in 1918, it continues to be a vibrant center of Greek Orthodox worship, education, and cultural life.

History and Heritage
Founded by Greek immigrants in Washington, D.C., the parish began with a small community dedicated to preserving their Hellenic faith and traditions. Early leaders, including Father Nicholas Menides and Father Thomas Daniels, guided its spiritual and communal growth through the 20th century. The church hosted national Orthodox gatherings and cultivated ties with U.S. civic leaders, reflecting its prominence in the Greek-American experience.

Faith and Community Life
The parish emphasizes the Orthodox Christian mission of proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ through worship, education, and service. It maintains ministries for youth, families, and seniors, including Sunday School, Greek language instruction, and outreach programs. The annual Greek Festival and other events celebrate both faith and cultural heritage.

Relocation and Present Ministry
In 2012, the parish relocated from central Washington, D.C. to its present campus at 721 Norwood Road, Silver Spring, MD 20905, expanding facilities for worship and community events. The clergy team, led by Rev. Father Dimitrios Lee and Very Rev. Father Kallinikos Chasapis, continues the church’s century-long commitment to spiritual formation and community engagement.

Affiliation and Legacy
The parish belongs to the Metropolis of New Jersey under the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, which is part of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. Celebrating its feast day on May 21 — honoring Saints Constantine and Helen — the community remains a spiritual and cultural anchor for Orthodox Christians throughout the Washington, D.C. region.