Joy of All Who Sorrow Orthodox Church

Located in Joplin, Missouri, this Orthodox church serves the local community and welcomes visitors interested in the Eastern Orthodox tradition. The Orthodox Church emphasizes apostolic succession, sacramental worship, and liturgical practices rooted in early Christianity. Visitors to an Orthodox parish typically experience the Divine Liturgy, a structured worship service featuring hymns, readings from Scripture, and the Eucharist. The sanctuary usually contains religious icons, which hold theological significance in Orthodox tradition. Orthodox Christianity values the role of tradition alongside Scripture and places importance on the veneration of saints and the Virgin Mary. The congregation participates in fasting periods and observes the liturgical calendar that differs from Western Christian denominations. Those attending services should be aware that Orthodox worship involves standing during much of the service and that guests may be invited to receive blessings rather than participate in communion until they are formally received into the church.

Address

1218 E 32nd St, Joplin, MO 64804

Denomination

Orthodox

Phone

+1-636-484-3715

Last updated May 2026

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