Saints Raphael, Nicholas & Irene Greek Orthodox Church

Located in Clearwater, Florida, this Orthodox Christian church serves the local Greek Orthodox community. The Orthodox Church emphasizes apostolic succession, liturgical worship, and the veneration of icons as windows to the divine. Visitors to an Orthodox church typically experience a traditional liturgy conducted in Greek and English, featuring Byzantine chant, incense, and ornate iconography. The sanctuary is distinguished by its iconostasis, a screen of religious images separating the altar from the congregation. Orthodox Christians honor the theological traditions developed over two thousand years, including the seven ecumenical councils and patristic writings. The church calendar follows Orthodox feast days and observances, including unique celebrations such as Pascha, or Orthodox Easter. Members of the broader community are generally invited to observe services, though participation in communion is traditionally reserved for Orthodox Christians in good standing. The parish serves as a spiritual home for those seeking Byzantine liturgical traditions.

Address

1010 Riviere Rd, Palm Harbor, FL 34683

Denomination

Greek Orthodox

Phone

727-772-6034

Pastor

James Rousakis

Email

saintraphaelchurch1010@yahoo.com

Last updated May 2026

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