Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church

Located in Pocatello, Idaho, this Greek Orthodox parish serves the local community and follows the ancient traditions of the Eastern Orthodox Church. The Orthodox Christian faith emphasizes apostolic succession, liturgical worship, and the veneration of icons as windows to the divine. Visitors to an Orthodox church typically experience a service centered on the Divine Liturgy, featuring traditional chanting, incense, and elaborate ceremonial practices that reflect centuries of Christian heritage. The interior usually includes a iconostasis, an icon screen separating the sanctuary from the nave, and ornate religious artwork. Orthodox Christianity places significant importance on church tradition, sacramental life, and theological continuity with the early Christian Church. The congregation gathers for worship according to the Julian calendar in many cases, and the faith maintains strong ties to Greek, Russian, and other Eastern European cultural traditions while welcoming people of all backgrounds.

Address

518 N 5th Ave, Pocatello, ID 83201

Denomination

Greek Orthodox

Phone

(208) 232-5519

Last updated May 2026

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