Welcome to Holy Spirit Antiochian Orthodox Church located in Huntington, WV. We hope that you find its contents both edifying and informative.  Holy Spirit Orthodox Church is not “ours,” but she belongs to God. As such, she is home for all those whom God is calling into the fold of his Holy Church – that Church which has been faithful since Pentecost in proclaiming the Good News of Jesus Christ.

We are home to many “cradle” Orthodox, with roots, particularly in Lebanon and Syria, whose forefathers came to this country to search for freedom and a better life for their families. It was here in Antioch that the disciples were first called Christian, where St. Peter and Paul preached, and where for two thousand years, and against incredible odds, the Orthodox Christian faith has been preserved.

We also have many who have come from Catholic or various Protestant backgrounds but who have embraced the fullness of the Orthodox faith. For all those in search of the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church – welcome home!

Fr. John Dixon and the faithful of Holy Spirit Antiochian Orthodox Church

  • Welcome!
    Holy Spirit Orthodox Church is growing, and we couldn't be more pleased! If you have yet to attend our parish, this is your invitation to visit.
  • Our Priest, Fr. John Dixon
    We are blessed to have a Priest who was called by God to serve. His compassion, kindness, patience, and wisdom has been guided us for over 22 years!
  • Inquirers Classes
    If you are interested in the Orthodox Church, we invite you to come and learn as Sdn. John Paise teaches the ancient faith, each Sunday morning.
  • Sunday School Classes
    Our Sunday School classes begin September 10, 2023. We have classes for all ages, which begin immediately after Holy Communion.
  • Our Beautiful Choir
    Michele Paise has served as our choir director since 2021. Even though our choir is small, they lead the people in a acapella harmony.
  • AMEN
    Men's Group
    The primary goal of The Antiochian Men (AMEN) is to help each other to become more like God.
  • Ladies Group
    The purpose of our group is to support Orthodox women through Christian love, charity, and fellowship. Our Ladies Group is part of the AWE.
  • Our Annual Middle Eastern Dinner
    Our church will hold its annual Middle Eastern Dinner, on Sunday, October 29, 2023, from noon until 6 PM in the fellowship hall of the church.
  • First Visit to an Orthodox Church: Twelve Things I Wish I'd Known
    Orthodox worship is different! Some of these differences are apparent, if perplexing, from the first moment you walk in a church.
Our Services

Fridays: Sixth Hour Prayer: 11:30 a.m.
Bible Study: Noon

Saturday Vespers: 5:00 p.m.

Sunday Matins 9:30 a.m.
Sunday Divine Liturgy: 10:30 a.m.

Monthly Calendar

 

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Fund Raiser

We are having a silent auction for a fundraiser event, now going on until Sunday, Dec. 19, 2021. We are offering 5 handcrafted Mennonite quilts, which were donated by one of our parishioners. They are on display at the church social hall for your viewing.

The largest one is a pink 7-point Lone-Star for a queen-size bed. The other four are smaller lap-size quilts, which have many uses. They are perfect for your lap when you are riding in a car, and beautiful enough to use in church, restaurants, or other outings. You can also use them for small babies as a crib blanket. The size of the lap/crib quilts is 42"x42".

100% of the proceeds from this auction will go to the Holy Spirit Orthodox Church. The winner of each quilt will be announced after Liturgy in the Social Hall on December 19, 2021.

The photos of the quilts are pictured below. If you wish to bid, please contact Father John or one of the parish council members. You also can go to our donation button and click on quilts.

2021 Fund Raiser
  • This is a handmade queen-sized is called “Lone Star” and was made by a Mennonite grandmother. It retails at $350, the current bid is $150.00.
  • This handmade lap quilt pattern, “Suzette Garden Twist” was made by a Mennonite grandmother. It retails at $50, the current bid is $100.
  • This handmade lap quilt pattern, “Disappearing Hourglass” was made by a Mennonite grandmother. It retails at $50, the current bid is $100.
  • This handmade lap quilt pattern, “Intertwining Ribbons” was made by a Mennonite grandmother. It retails at $50, the current bid is $100.
  • This handmade lap quilt pattern, “Hunter's Sky” was made by a Mennonite grandmother. It retails at $50, the current bid is $100.
Upcoming Events
  • Our Middle Eastern Dinner
    Holy Spirit Orthodox Church, located at 1 Woodhaven Drive (5th Street Road and Woodhaven Drive) Huntington, WV, will hold its annual Middle Eastern Dinner, on Sunday, October 29, 2023, from noon until
  • Ordination of John Paise
    Join us on September 25, 2023, for our Orthros and Hierarchical Divine Liturgy. We will be blessed with the presence of Bishop Thomas for the Ordination of the Holy Deaconate of Subdeacon John Paise.
  • Church Tours
    On Oct. 29, 2023, during our Middle Eastern Dinner, Fr. John Dixon will be giving church tours. This will be a great time to see the inside of our beautiful church and ask questions concerning our fai