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 Sbd. Nathan Johnson 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
    Shamassy 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 held 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.
  • Weekly Bible Study
    Join us every Wednesday at noon at our church for our weekly Bible Study with Fr. John Dixon. We follow the Dynamis from the Orthodox Prison Ministry.
  • Ordination of Deacon John Paise
    Subdeacon John Paise was ordained to the holy diaconate by Sayedna Thomas. May God grant Deacon John & Michele many years. Axios!
  • Our Ministries
    Our Church has been a long standing partner with the Cridlin Food and Clothing Pantry. Check their website for their services.
APRIL 2024
SundaySun MondayMon TuesdayTue WednesdayWed ThursdayThu FridayFri SaturdaySat
Mar 31
Gregory Palamas
9:20 AM Orthros
10:30 AM Divine Liturgy
Fast: wine & oil
1
6:30 PM  Great Compline
Fast
2
6:30 AM Orthros
Fast
3
11:30 AM  6th Hour Prayers
12 Noon Bible Study
6:30 PM Presanctified Liturgy followed by Potluck @ St George Greek Orthodox
Fast
4
6:30 AM Orthros
Fast
5
2 PM Marshall OCF
3 PM Presanctified Liturgy
Fast
6
4 PM Choir Practice
5 PM Vespers
Confession offered before and after Vespers
Fast: wine & oil
7
Sunday of the Holy Cross
9:20 AM Orthros
10:30 AM Liturgy, with Veneration of the Cross
Coffee Hour-Paise Family
Fast: wine & oil
8
6:30 PM Great Cmpline @ St George GOC
Fast
9
6:30 AM Orthros
7 PM  Parish Council
Fast
10
11:30 AM 6th Hour Prayers
12 Noon Bible Study
6:30 PM  Presanctified Liturgy @ Holy Spirit
Fast
11
6:30 AM  Orthros
Fast
12
2 PM Marshall OCF
3 PM Presanctified Liturgy
6:30 PM Akathist Hymn
Fast
13
4 PM Choir Practice
5 PM Vespers]
Confession before and after Vespers
Fast: wine & oil
14
St John Climacus
9:20 AM  Orthros
10:30 AM Liturgy
Coffee Hour-Charlie Abraham Memorial
Fast: wine & oil
15
6:30 PM  Great Compline @ Holy Spirit
Fast
16
6:30 AM  Orthros
Fast
17
6:30 PM Presanctified Liturgy followed by Potluck @ St George Greek Orthodox
Fast
18
6:30 AM  Orthros
6 PM  Great Canon of St Andrew of Crete, with Life of St Mary of Egypt
Fast
19
2 PM Marshall OCF
3 PM Presanctified Liturgy
6:30 PM Akathist Hymn
Fast
20
4 PM Choir Practice
5 PM Vespers
Confession before and after Vespers
Fast: wine & oil
21
Mary of Egypt
9:20 AM  Orthros
10:30 AM Liturgy
Coffee Hour-Watson Family
Fast: wine & oil
22
6:30 PM Great Cmpline @ St George GOC
Fast
23
6:30 AM  Orthros
Fast
24
6:30 PM Presanctified Liturgy followed by Potluck @ Holy Spirit
Fast
25
6:30 AM  Orthros
Fast
26
2 PM Marshall OCF
3 PM Presanctified Liturgy
6:30 PM  Canon of Lazarus
Fast
27
Lazarus Saturday
9 AM Orthros
10 AM Divine Liturgy
4 PM Choir Practice
5 PM Vespers
Confession before and after Vespers
Fast: wine & oil
28
PALM SUNDAY
9:20 AM  Orthros
10:30 AM Liturgy, folllowed by Procession
Palm Sunday Dinner following Liturgy
6:30 PM  Bridegroom Matins
Fast: fish, wine, & oil
29
6:30 PM Bridegroom Matins
Fast
30
6:30 PM Bridegroom Matins
Fast
May 1
6:30 PM Holy Unction
Fast
May 2
8 AM Vesperal Liturgy (Institution of the Eucharist)
6:30 PM  12 Passion Gospels
Fast
May 3
9 AM  Royal Hours
4 PM "Taking Down" Vespers
7 PM Lamentations
Fast
May 4
10 AM  Vesperal Liturgy (Small Resurrection)
10 PM  Paschal Orthros and Divine Liturgy, followed by Paschal Meal
Fast: wine & oil

News & Upcoming Events
  • Ladies Handbag Giveaway
    In January and February, our Ladies donated unwanted and gently used handbags and filled them with personal items for women in need. 
  • Feast of Theophany
    “At Thine Epiphany in Jordan’s streams, O Christ, * receiving Baptism from Thy Forerunner John, * O Savior, Thou wast given witness that Thou art the belov’d Son. * That Thou art beg
  • Christmas 2023
    Christ is Born! Glorify Him!
  • St. Nicholas Meets Children
    On Sunday, December 10, 2023, St. Nicholas visited the children during their Sunday School class. 
  • New Catechumen December 2023
    Our church welcomed two new Catechumen on Sunday, Dec. 3, 2023. Donnie Lucas on the left and Joshua Opell on the right of Father John.
  • Father John Travels to Mt. Athos
    For the first time in his 20 years of the priesthood, Father John Dixon visited Mount Athos in October 2023.
  • Church Tours
    If interested, contact Fr. John Dixon to give you or your group a church tour. This would be a great time to see the inside of our beautiful church. 
Mailing Address
Holy Spirit Orthodox Church
1 Woodhaven Drive
Huntington, WV 25701
Email and Phone
frjohnwv@gmail.com
304-529-6693 (Phone)