Orthodox (OCA)

Orthodox (OCA) churches describe themselves with words like traditional liturgy, multigenerational, and friendly. There are 95 Orthodox (OCA) churches nationwide.

Popular church music styles include psalms a capella, traditional hymns, and a capella. Orthodox (OCA) churches often offer choir, adult education, community service, children's ministry, and youth group programs.

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Based on 10 churches
Worship Music
Hymns & organ Contemporary & band-led
Hymns & organ Contemporary & band-led
Worship Atmosphere
Liturgical & structured Casual & relaxed
Liturgical & structured Casual & relaxed
Spiritual Expression
Contemplative & reserved Charismatic & Spirit-led
Contemplative & reserved Charismatic & Spirit-led
Theological Openness
Progressive & affirming Traditional & conservative
Progressive & affirming Traditional & conservative
Life Stage & Family
All ages & stages Young families & kids
All ages & stages Young families & kids
Community Reach
Congregation-centered & deepening Neighborhood-rooted & serving
Congregation-centered & deepening Neighborhood-rooted & serving
Church Size
Small & intimate Large & bustling
Small & intimate Large & bustling

Visiting Orthodox (OCA) churches What to Expect

East Meadow, NY church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?" Sep 2023

All people are welcome to worship at Holy Trinity. However, the canons of the Orthodox Church allow only Orthodox Christians to participate in the sacraments, especially partaking of the Eucharist... Read More

Chelsea, MA church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?" Dec 2012

All are welcome. If you eventually want to become an official member, you may talk to the Rector: Archpriest John T. Bacon but there is no problem with attending the services as long as you want wi... Read More

Livonia, MI church responds to "What if I'm not a Christian?" Dec 2012

We invite you to pray with us. Only Orthodox Christians are allowed to receive the Holy Mysteries (sacraments). We have catechetical classes for those who desire to join the Orthodox Church.

What people love about Orthodox (OCA) churches

    Mark shared their experience Jul 2023

    I have been a parishioner of Holy Trinity since 2001 and served on the Parish Council. The beauty and depth of the services (celebrated in English) have been a great blessing. In recent years, I ... Read More