St. Ignatius Orthodox Church

Located in Franklin, Tennessee, St. Ignatius Orthodox Church serves the local Orthodox Christian community. The Orthodox Church, one of the three major branches of Christianity alongside Roman Catholicism and Protestantism, emphasizes apostolic tradition, liturgical worship, and the veneration of icons. Visitors to an Orthodox church typically experience a contemplative service featuring Byzantine chanting, elaborate vestments, and rich symbolic imagery. The worship space is often adorned with icons representing Christ, the Virgin Mary, and saints. Orthodox theology emphasizes theosis, the spiritual transformation of believers through God's grace. The church calendar follows the Julian tradition for major feast days. Congregants participate in sacraments including Baptism, Chrismation, and the Divine Liturgy, which centers on the Eucharist. The Orthodox faith maintains episcopal leadership through bishops and priests who lead parishes in their spiritual development and pastoral care.

Address

3535 St Ignatius Ln #3535, Franklin, TN 37064

Denomination

Orthodox

Phone

+1-615-791-8134

Last updated August 2026

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