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Welcome to Holy Spirit Antiochian Orthodox Church 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 that 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. Here in Antioch, 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 searching for 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 guided our parish for over 24 years!
  • Inquirers Classes
    If you are interested in the Orthodox Church, we invite you to come and learn as Sbd. G. Perry teaches the ancient faith, each Sunday morning.
  • 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.
  • Sunday School Classes
    Our Sunday School classes begin September 8, 2024. We have classes from pre-K to High School. Classes begin immediately after Holy Communion.
  • 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.
  • Visit our Orthodox Church
    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.
JUNE 2025
SundaySun MondayMon TuesdayTue WednesdayWed ThursdayThu FridayFri SaturdaySat
1
9:20 AM Orthros
9:30 AM  Catechism classs
10:30 AM Liturgy, followed by Church School and Coffee Hour
Holy Bread: Open
Coffee Hour: Green Team
2
3
6:30 AM Orthros
4
6 PM Vespers
Fast
5
6:30 AM Orthros
6
Fast
7
Soul Saturday
Orthros  9 AM
Divine Liturgy  10 AM
4 PM Choir Practice
5 PM Vespers, followered Confession
8
PENTECOST
9:20 AM Orthros
9:30 AM  Catechism classs
10:30 AM Hierarchical Liturgy, followed by Luncheon
2 PM Kneeling Vespers
Holy Bread: Mary Ann
Coffee Hour: Parish Feast
9
Holy Spirit Day
9 AM Orthros
10 AM Divine Liturgy followed by luncheon
Fast free
10
6:30 AM Orthros
6:30 PM Parish Council Meeting
Fast free
11
6 PM Vespers
Fast free
12
6:30 AM Orthros
Fast free
13
Fast free
14
10 AM AMEN (Antiochian Men)

5 PM Vespers, followered Confession
Fast free
15
9:20 AM Orthros
9:30 AM  Catechism classs
10:30 AM Liturgy, followed by Church School and Coffee Hour
Holy Bread: Open
Coffee Hour: Purple Team
16
Fast
17
6:30 AM Orthros
Fast
18
6 PM Vespers
Fast
19
6:30 AM Orthros
Fast
20
Fast
21
4 PM Choir Practice
5 PM Vespers, followered Confession
Fast: wine & oil
22
9:20 AM Orthros
9:30 AM  Catechism classs
10:30 AM Liturgy, followed by Church School and Coffee Hour
Holy Bread: Andrea Underwood
Coffee Hour: Orange Team
Fast: wine & oil
23
Fast
24
Nativity of the Baptist
Fast: fish, wine, & oil
25
Parish Life Conference - Ligonier, PA
Fast
26
Parish Life Conference - Ligonier, PA
Fast
27
Parish Life Conference - Ligonier, PA
Fast
28
Parish Life Conference - Ligonier, PA
4 PM Choir Practice
5 PM Vespers, followered Confession
Fast: wine & oil
29
Ss. Peter & Paul
9:20 AM Orthros
9:30 AM  Catechism classs
10:30 AM Liturgy, followed by Church School and Coffee Hour
Holy Bread: Open
Coffee Hour: Silver Team
30
Jul 1
6:30 AM Orthros
Jul 2
6 PM Vespers
Fast
Jul 3
6:30 AM Orthros
Jul 4
Fast
Jul 5
4 PM Choir Practice
5 PM Vespers, followered Confession

See What's Been Happening at Holy Spirit Orthodox Church!
  • All Saints Sunday
    The Sunday after Pentecost is a special day to celebrate all saints, known and unknown. Our Church School kids had a fantastic time dressing up as their favorite saints during coffee hour!  What
  • Holy Spirit Feast Day
    The surrounding clergy from the Orthodox churches celebrated Holy Spirit Feast Day with Bishop Thomas on June 9, 2025.
  • Pentecost 2025
    Pentecost was celebrated with a visit from Bishop Thomas on June 8, 2025.
  • Soul Saturday
    Ladies fixed the luncheon on June 7, 2025 for the Soul Saturday Service.
  • Women Visited Monastery May 31, 2025
    The visit included a morning tour, a supplication service to Saint Panteleimon, lunch with the monastic brotherhood, and shopping in the monastery gift shop.The little pilgrimage was a blessed day.
  • Visit From St. Elisabeth Convent, Belarus
    We were very blessed to have as our guest, Sister Elani, from the St. Elizabeth Convent in Belarus, on May 10 and May 11, 2025.
  • Christ is Risen! Truly He is Risen!
    To see videos of our service, please visit our Facebook page.
  • Palm Sunday 2025
    Hosanna! Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord, even the King of Israel!
  • New Catechumen April 2025
    Seth Alister was recieved into the Orthodox church as a new Catechman on Palm Sunday, April 13, 2025.
  • Baptism
    Baptism of Caityln Drakos into the Holy Spirit Orthodox Church on Lazarus Saturday, April 12, 2025.
  • Veneration of the Holy Cross - Third Sunday of Great Lent, March 24, 2025
    "Before Thy Cross we bow down in worship, Master, and Thy Holy Resurrection we glorify." 
  • Serving Others
    Steve, Lenny, and Matt Davis served food made by our Ladies at the City Mission on March 22, 2025.
  • New Catechumen March 2025
    "Josh & Peyton Alister, Jonas Bater, and Warren Jacobs were received as catechumens. May the Lord guide them through their journey into Christ's Holy Church."
  • Baby Hannah Watson Churching
    Hannah Elizabeth Watson Churching at Holy Spirit Orthodox Church on March 9, 2025.
  • The Baptism of Matt and Terra Davis January 4, 2025
    “May God bless and guide them on this new spiritual journey.”
  • 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: holyspiritwv@gmail.com
 (Phone) 304-529-6693
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