BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Thursday, November 13, 2025, the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania extends its extends its heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon on the occasion of the 13th anniversary of his election as Primate of the Orthodox Church in America.

MOUNT CARMEL, PA [DOEPA] - From November 7-9, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made an archpastoral visit to St. Michael’s Church in Mount Carmel, PA, presiding over the parish’s patronal feastday celebration and spending time with the faithful of the Coal Region.

PAOLI, PA [DOEPA] - From November 5-6, 2025, the clergy of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania gathered for the annual Pre-Advent Clergy Retreat at Daylesford Abbey in Paoli, PA. With the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Mark, the theme of this year’s retreat was Homiletics, with sessions led by Priest Paul Witek.

LOPEZ, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, November 2, 2025, the 21st Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania visited St. Vladimir's Church in Lopez, PA, for the celebration of the Divine Liturgy.

HARRISBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Monday, October 27, 2025, the inaugural Feast of the Righteous Mother Olga of Kwethluk–Tanqilria Arrsamquq–Wonderworker, Matushka of All Alaska, was celebrated at Christ the Saviour Church in Harrisburg, PA. Many clergy and faithful gathered for the occasion.

MECHANICSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - From October 25-26, 2025, the Feast of Saint Demetrius the Myrrh-gusher of Thessaloniki, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made an Archpastoral Visit to Holy Apostles Church in Mechanicsburg, PA.

OLYPHANT, PA [DOEPA] - On Saturday, October 18, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania presided at the diocesan celebration in honor of the 100th anniversary of the repose of Saint Patriarch Tikhon of Moscow at All Saints Church in Olyphant, PA.

BERWICK, PA [DOEPA] - From October 11-12, 2025, the 18th Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made an Archpastoral Visit to Holy Annunciation Church in Berwick, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On behalf of His Eminence Archbishop Mark, the clergy, matushki, and faithful of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania, the Diocesan Media Office extends its best wishes to His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon on the occasion of his namesday.

PHILADELPHIA, PA [DOEPA] - From October 4–5, 2025, the 17th Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania presided at the services at the Diocesan Cathedral, St. Stephen’s Cathedral in Philadelphia, PA.

STROUDSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - From September 27-28, 2025, the 16th Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made an Archpastoral Visit to Holy Trinity Church in Stroudsburg, PA.

FRACKVILLE, PA [DOEPA] – On Wednesday, September 24, 2025, Archpriest Paul Ropitsky was honored at Holy Ascension Church in Frackville, PA, for his 35 years of devoted service to the parish and was recognized for the occasion of the 60th anniversary of his ordination to the holy priesthood.

WILKES-BARRE, PA [DOEPA] - From September 20-21, 2025, the Leavetaking of the Elevation of the Cross, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made an Archpastoral Visit to Holy Trinity Church in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Sunday, September 14, 2025, the parishes of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the Feast of the Universal Exaltation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross.

WILLIAMSPORT, PA [DOEPA] - From September 13-14, 2025, the Universal Exaltation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the patronal feast of Elevation of the Holy Cross Church in Williamsport, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Friday, September 12, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark has written a letter regarding Clergy Appreciation Month 2025.

BATH, PA [DOEPA] - On Thursday, September 11, 2025, the Diocesan Council held its regular quarterly meeting at the Diocesan Chancery in Bath, PA. His Eminence Archbishop Mark presided over the session.

GLEN MILLS, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, September 7, 2025, St. Herman of Alaska Church in Glen Mills, PA, honored Archpriest John and Matushka Eugenia Perich on the occasion of his retirement. His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania, presided over the celebration.

FRACKVILLE, PA [DOEPA] - On Saturday, September 6, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania presided over the 110th Anniversary Celebration of Holy Ascension Church in Frackville, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - As of Monday, September 1, 2025, applications for Teens and Staff are being accepted for the 2025 Fall Teen Retreat, which will be held November 14–16, 2025 at Camp Hebron in Halifax, PA.

WILKES-BARRE, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, August 24, 2025, three parishes in the Wilkes Barre Deanery, All Saints Church in Olyphant, PA, St. Michael’s Church in Old Forge, PA, and St. Michael’s Church in Jermyn, PA, marked the beginning of the academic year with a special blessing in their respective churches.

BETHLEHEM, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, August 17, 2025, the Afterfeast of the Dormition of the Mother of God, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania visited St. Nicholas Church in Bethlehem, PA, for the Celebration of the Divine Liturgy.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Friday, August 15, 2025, the parishes of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the Feast of the Dormition of our Most Holy Lady the Mother of God and Ever-Virgin Mary.

JERMYN, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, August 10, 2025, the Afterfeast of the Transfiguration of our Lord and the 9th Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania visited St. Michael's Church in Jermyn, PA for the Celebration of the Divine Liturgy.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Wednesday, August 6, 2025,  the parishes of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the Feast of the Holy Transfiguration of our Lord God and Savior Jesus Christ.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania invites all clergy and faithful to share photos celebrating the Great Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord.

FRACKVILLE, PA [DOEPA] - From August 2-3, 2025, the 8th Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made an Archpastoral Visit to Holy Ascension Church in Frackville, PA, presiding over the services and visiting with the faithful of the parish.

WRIGHTSTOWN, PA [DOEPA] - From July 26-27, 2025, the 7th Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made an Archpastoral Visit to St. Mark's Church in Wrightstown, PA, presiding over the services and spending time with the faithful.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Sunday, July 20, 2025, the parishes of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the Feast of the Holy and Glorious Prophet Elijah, with the customary blessing of vehicles and chariots.

PHILADELPHIA, PA [DOEPA] - From July 19-20, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made an Archpastoral Visit to Holy Assumption Church in Philadelphia, PA.

PHOENIX, AZ [DOEPA] - From July 14-18, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark, with the Clergy and Faithful of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania, participated in the 21st All-American Council of the Orthodox Church in America held at the Arizona Grand Resort in Phoenix, AZ.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - On Saturday, July 5, 2025, St. Tikhon's Summer Camp concluded its final day of camp with the celebration of the Divine Liturgy.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - On Friday, July 4, 2025, St. Tikhon's Summer Camp had its final full day of camp and celebrated the civil holiday of the Fourth of July.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - On Thursday, July 3, 2025, campers and staff at St. Tikhon's Summer Camp continued to be active and participate in fun activities with much energy and joy.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - On Wednesday, July 2, 2025, St. Tikhon’s Summer Camp carried on with another full day of faith and fellowship as campers and counselors stayed engaged with fun activities.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - On Tuesday, July 1, 2025, St. Tikhon's Summer Camp with campers and counselors staying active and involved in the day’s events.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - On Monday, June 30, 2025, St. Tikhon's Summer Camp continued its activities for the children, with campers actively participating throughout the day.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, June 29, 2025, St. Tikhon's Summer Camp kicked off another year on the grounds of St. Tikhon’s Monastery in South Canaan, PA, welcoming campers from across the diocese and beyond for a week filled with faith, friendship, and fun.

ANCHORAGE, AK [DOEPA] - From June 19-22, 2025, with the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Mark, a delegation from the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania was sent to Alaska to attend the Canonization Services of the Righteous Olga of Kwethluk.

COALDALE, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, June 15, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the Synaxis of All Saints at St. Mary's Church in Coaldale, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Sunday, June 8, 2025, the parishes of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the Feast of the Holy Trinity (Pentecost).

STROUDSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - From June 7–8, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the Feast of the Holy Trinity (Pentecost) at Holy Trinity Church in Stroudsburg, PA.

GLEN MILLS, PA [DOEPA] - On Wednesday, May 21, 2025, the Wonderworking Myrrh-Streaming Hawaiian Iveron Icon of the Mother of God visited St. Herman of Alaska Church in Glen Mills, PA.

HARRISBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Monday, May 12, 2025, Priest Kirill Zawatski served as chaplain for the day at the Pennsylvania State Senate, at the invitation of Senator David Argall.

BATH, PA [DOEPA] - On Monday, May 12, 2025, the Diocesan Council held its regular quarterly meeting at the Diocesan Chancery in Bath, PA. His Eminence Archbishop Mark presided over the session.

OLYPHANT, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, May 11, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made an Archpastoral Visit to St. Nicholas Church in Olyphant, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Saturday, May 10, 2025, the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania extends their warmest congratulations to our beloved Vladyka, His Eminence Archbishop Mark, on the occasion of his 11th Anniversary of Enthronement as Diocesan Hierarch. Eis polla eti despota!

WILMINGTON, DE [DOEPA] - From May 3-4, 2025, the Sunday of the Holy Myrrhbearing Women with the Noble Joseph, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made an archpastoral visit to St. Michael the Archangel Church in Wilmington, DE, presiding over the services and spending time with the faithful.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - From April 11-20, 2025, Holy Week and the Feast of Feasts, the Resurrection of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Great and Holy Pascha, were celebrated throughout the Parishes of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania.

HARRISBURG, PA [DOEPA] – From April 26–27, 2025, Antipascha (St. Thomas Sunday), His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the patronal feast of Christ the Saviour Church in Harrisburg, PA.

PHILADELPHIA, PA [DOEPA] - On Bright Friday, April 25, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the patronal feast of Theotokos of the Life-Giving Spring Mission in Philadelphia, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Friday, April 25, 2025, the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania extended their warmest congratulations to our beloved Vladyka, His Eminence Archbishop Mark, on the occasion of his namesday, the feast of the Apostle and Evangelist Saint Mark. 

POTTSTOWN, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, April 20, 2025, Great and Holy Pascha, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the Feast of Feasts, the Resurrection of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, at Holy Trinity Church in Pottstown, PA.

HARRISBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Saturday, April 19, 2025, Holy Saturday, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the Vesperal Liturgy of St. Basil the Great with the 15 Old Testament Readings at Christ the Saviour Church in Harrisburg, PA.

FRACKVILLE, PA [DOEPA] - On Friday, April 18, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania presided over the services of Holy Friday in the Frackville Deanery at Holy Ascension Church in Frackville, PA, and Holy Apostles Church in Mechanicsburg, PA.

WILKES-BARRE, PA [DOEPA] - From April 17-18, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania presided over the services of Holy Thursday  in the Wilkes-Barre Deanery at All Saints Church in Olyphant, PA, and Holy Annunciation Church in Berwick, PA.

WILKES-BARRE, PA [DOEPA] - From April 15-16, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania presided over the services of Holy Wednesday in the Wilkes-Barre Deanery.

STROUDSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - From April 14-15, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania presided over the services of Holy Tuesday at Holy Trinity Church in Stroudsburg, PA.

BETHLEHEM, PA [DOEPA] - From April 13-14, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania presided over the services of Holy Monday at St. Nicholas Church in Bethlehem, PA.

PHILADELPHIA, PA [DOEPA] - From April 12-13, 2025, Palm Sunday, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the Feast of the Entry of our Lord into Jerusalem at St. Stephen's Cathedral in Philadelphia, PA, and St. Herman of Alaska Church in Glen Mills, PA.

WRIGHTSTOWN, PA [DOEPA] - From April 11–12, 2025, Lazarus Saturday, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrated the Feast of the Raising of Lazarus at St. Mark's Church in Wrightstown, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania congratulates Archpriest Aleksey Paranyuk on his 13th Anniversary of Ordination to the Holy Priesthood. Axios!

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Monday, April 7, 2025, the Orthodox Church commemorates the 100th Anniversary of the Repose of Saint Tikhon, Patriarch of Moscow, Enlightener of North America.

OLYPHANT, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, April 6, 2025, the Sunday of St. Mary of Egypt, All Saints Church in Olypant, PA, hosted the Wilkes-Barre Deanery Mission Vespers.

HARRISBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, April 6, 2025, the St. Tikhon's Seminary Mission Choir visited Christ the Saviour Church in Harrisburg, PA.

ST. CLAIR, PA [DOEPA] - From April 5-6, 2025, the fifth Sunday of Great Lent, the Sunday of St. Mary of Egypt, His Eminence Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. Mary's Church in St. Clair, PA, presiding over the services and visiting with the God-fearing people of the parish.

MECHANICSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Saturday, April 5, 2025, the St. Tikhon's Seminary Mission Choir visited Holy Apostles Church in Mechanicsburg, PA.

HARRISBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Thursday, April 3, 2025, the Frackville Deanery gathered at Christ the Saviour Church in Harrisburg, PA, for its regular spring meeting.

OLD FORGE, PA [DOEPA] - From March 29-30, 2025, the fourth Sunday of Great Lent, the Sunday of St. John Climacus (of the Ladder), His Eminence Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. Michael's Church in Old Forge, PA, presiding over the services and spending time with the faithful of the parish.

BERWICK, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, March 25, the Sunday of the Cross, Holy Annunciation Church in Berwick, PA, hosted the Wilkes-Barre Deanery Mission Vespers.

FRACKVILLE, PA [DOEPA] - From March 22-23, 2025, the third Sunday of Great Lent, the Sunday of the Cross, His Eminence Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to Holy Ascension Church in Frackville, PA, presiding over the services and interacting with the community present.

MOUNT CARMEL, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, March 16, the Second Sunday of Great Lent, St. Michael's Church in Mount Carmel, PA, hosted the Coal Region Lenten Mission Vespers.

GETTYSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - From March 15-16, 2025, the second Sunday of Great Lent, St. Gregory Palamas Sunday, His Eminence Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. John the Theologian Mission in Gettysburg (New Oxford), PA, presiding over the services.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Sunday, March 9, 2025, the Triumph of Orthodoxy was celebrated throughout the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania.

WILKES-BARRE, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, March 9, 2025, the Triumph of Orthodoxy, His Eminence Archbishop Mark presided over the Sunday of Orthodoxy Vespers of the Wilkes-Barre Deanery, hosted by Holy Trinity Church in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

OLYPHANT, PA [DOEPA] - From March 8-9, 2025, the Triumph of Orthodoxy, His Eminence Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to All Saints Church in Olyphant, PA, presiding over the services and spending time with the faithful.

SHILLINGTON, PA [DOEPA] - From March 1-2, 2025, Forgiveness Sunday, His Eminence Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. Herman of Alaska Church in Shillington, PA.

MECHANICSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Thursday, February 27, 2025, the 2025 Pre-Lenten Clergy Retreat was held at Holy Apostles Church in Mechanicsburg, PA. The topic was Spiritual Renovation, Advice from St. Ephraim, with Father Theodore Pulcini.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Friday, February 14, 2025, The Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania extend their congratulations to His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon on the occasion of his 21st anniversary of consecration to the episcopacy. Eis polla eti despota!

STEVENS, PA [DOEPA]- From January 31-February 2, 2025, the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania hosted it's anual Winter Teen Retreat at Refreshing Mountain Retreat Center.

MECHANICSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Wednesday, January 29, 2025, Holy Apostles Orthodox Church in Mechanicsburg, PA, celebrated the 20th anniversary of Archpriest Timothy Hojnicki’s ordination to the Holy Priesthood with many clergy and faithful of the diocese and beyond.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania congratulates Archpriest Timothy Hojnicki on his 20th Anniversary of Ordination to the Holy Priesthood. Axios!

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Monday, January 27, 2025, The Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania extends their congratulations to His Beatitude Metropolitan Tikhon on the occasion of his 12th anniversary of his enthronement as Archbishop of Washington, Metropolitan of All America and Canada, the Primate of the Orthodox Church in America. Eis polla eti despota!

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania congratulates Priest Kirill Zawatski on his 1st Anniversary of Ordination to the Holy Priesthood. Axios!

POTTSTOWN, PA [DOEPA] - From January 25-26, 2025, The Feast of the New Martyrs and Confessors of Russia, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made an archpastoral visit to Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Pottstown, PA, presiding over the services and being with the faithful.

WILMINGTON, DE [DOEPA] - From January 23-24, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark presided over the 61st Annual Diocesan Assembly of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania where the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania met at St. Michael the Archangel Orthodox Church in Wilmington, DE.

BETHLEHEM, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, January 19, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Bethlehem, PA.

STROUDSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - From January 11-12, 2025, His Eminence Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania made his first archpastoral visit of the new year to Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Stroudsburg, PA, presiding over the services and ordaining Deacon William Rusk to the Holy Priesthood.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Feast of the Theophany of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ was celebrated on Monday, January 6, 2025, throughout the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On January 6, the Feast of the Theophany of Our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, the Orthodox Church's tradition of house blessings sanctifies homes by bringing the grace of God through a visit from the parish priest. This sacred practice fosters spiritual renewal and strengthens community bonds, allowing families to reaffirm their faith in Christ and the Church.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] On Wednesday, January 1, 2025, the beginning of the Civil New Year, on behalf of His Eminence Archbishop Mark, the Diocesan Media Office, extends heartfelt New Year wishes to the clergy, matushki, and faithful of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Feast of the Nativity According to the Flesh of Our Lord, God, and Savior Jesus Christ was celebrated on Wednesday, December 25, 2024, throughout the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania celebrates Archpriest Seraphim Reynolds' 7th anniversary of ordination to the Holy Priesthood. Axios!

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On December 15, the Orthodox Church commemorates the memory of the Hieromartyr St. Hilarion of Vereya, whose relics are placed in every antimension in the churches of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania.

LOPEZ, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, December 8, 2024, His Eminence Archbishop Mark celebrated the Divine Liturgy at St. Vladimir's Orthodox Church in Lopez, PA.

OLYPHANT, PA [DOEPA] - From December 5-6, 2024, St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Olyphant, PA, Celebrated their 120th Anniversary.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Diocese of Eastern Pennsylvania celebrates Archpriest Raymond Martin Browne's 19th anniversary of ordination to the Holy Priesthood. Axios!

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] – On Thursday, December 5, 2024, the feast of the Venerable Savva the Sanctified, the clergy, matushki, and faithful of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania extend their congratulations to His Eminence Archbishop Mark on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of his consecration to the episcopacy. Eis polla eti despota!

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Thursday, November 28, 2024, Thanksgiving Day, His Eminence Archbishop Mark extends his best wishes to the clergy, matushki, and faithful of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania.

MOUNT CARMEL, PA [DOEPA] - On November 23-24, 2024, The Afterfeast of the Entry of the Mother of God into the Temple and Feast of the Great Martyr Katherine of Alexandria, His Eminence Archbishop Mark made an Archpastoral Visit to St. Michael's Orthodox Church in Mount Carmel, PA.

PAOLI, PA [DOEPA] - From November 12-13, 2024, Clergy of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania had a retreat at Daylesford Abbey in Paoli, PA, led by His Grace Bishop Benedict of Hartford and New England.

WILKES-BARRE, PA [DOEPA] – On Saturday, November 9, 2024, with the blessing of His Eminence Archbishop Mark, His Grace Bishop Benedict of Hartford and New England ordained Subdeacon Gregory Polk to the diaconate at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

COATESVILLE, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, November 3, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Coatesville, PA.

MECHANICSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Saturday, November 2, the St. Alexis Toth Brotherhood, the diocesan men's group, held its second gathering at Holy Apostles Orthodox Church in Mechanicsburg, PA.

MECHANICSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, October 27, Holy Apostles Orthodox Church in Mechanicsburg, PA, celebrated their 20th anniversary.

MECHANICSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Tuesday, October 29, 2024, the Myrrh-Streaming Hawaiian Iveron Icon of the Mother of God visited Holy Apostles Orthodox Church in Mechanicsburg, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Diocese of Eastern Pennsylvania celebrates Archpriest Michael Demko's 18th anniversary of ordination to the Holy Priesthood. Axios!

HALIFAX, PA [DOEPA] - From October 18-20, 2024, the Diocese of Eastern Pennsylvania hosted it's inaugural Fall Teen Retreat at Camp Hebron.

WRIGHTSTOWN, PA [DOEPA] - On Saturday, October 12, St. Mark's Orthodox Church in Wrightstown, PA, Celebrated their 50th Anniversary.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Wednesday, October 9, the feast of St. Tikhon, Patriarch of Moscow and Apostle to America, the Diocese of Eastern Pennsylvania extends its best wishes to His Beatitude, Metropolitan Tikhon.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Diocese of Eastern Pennsylvania celebrates Archpriest James Weremedic's 24th anniversary of ordination to the Holy Priesthood. Axios!

MOGADORE, OH [DOM] - On October 7-9, Archpriest Timothy Hojnicki, Vice-Chancellor of the Diocese, Spoke at and Attended the Diocese of the Midwest's Annual Diocesan Assembly.

PHILADELPHIA, PA [DOEPA] - On October 4th, 5th, and 6th, St. Stephen's Orthodox Cathedral in Philadelphia, PA, Celebrated their 50th Anniversary.

WILKES-BARRE, PA [DOEPA] - On Friday, October 4, His Eminence Archbishop Mark presided over the funeral services and burial of Mitred Archpriest Vladimir Petorak at Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

EDWARDSVILLE, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, September 29, The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. John the Baptist Orthodox Church in Edwardsville, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Diocese of Eastern Pennsylvania celebrates Archpriest John Perich's 44th anniversary of ordination to the Holy Priesthood. Axios!

FRACKVILLE, PA [DOEPA] - On Tuesday, September 24, 2024, the Frackville Deanery met with His Eminence, Archbishop Mark, presiding, at Holy Ascension Orthodox Church in Frackville, PA.

JERMYN, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, September 22, The Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. Michael's Orthodox Church in Jermyn, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the quarterly meeting of the Diocesan Council, Holy Resurrection Orthodox Cathedral in Wilkes-Barre, PA, requested and received approval to permanently close and merge its community with Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS ] - His Eminence, Archbishop Mark, has appointed a Vice Chancellor of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania, effective immediately.

BATH, PA [DOEPA] - On Tuesday, September 17, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark presided over the quarterly meeting of the Diocesan Council.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Feast of the The Feast of the Elevation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross was celebrated on Saturday, September 14, throughout the Diocese of Eastern Pennsylvania.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Feast of the Nativity of the Mother of God was celebrated on Sunday, September 8, throughout the Diocese of Eastern Pennsylvania.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On September 1, The Beginning of the Indiction & The Ecclesiastical New Year, The Diocese extends greetings to Clergy, Matushki, and Faithful.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - Archpastoral Message of the Most Reverend Mark, Archbishop of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania, on the Occasion of the Beginning of the New Liturgical Year.

BETHLEHEM, PA [DOEPA] - On Saturday, August 24, the St. Alexis Toth Brotherhood, the diocesan men's group, held its first gathering at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Bethlehem, PA.

OLYPHANT, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, August 18, The Eighth Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to All Saints Orthodox Church in Olyphant, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Feast of the Dormition of the Mother of God was celebrated on Thursday, August 15, throughout the Diocese of Eastern Pennsylvania.

BETHLEHEM, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, August 11, The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. Nicholas Orthodox Church in Bethlehem, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - The Feast of the Transfiguration of Our Lord was celebrated on Tuesday, August 6, throughout the Diocese of Eastern Pennsylvania.

WILMINGTON, DE [DOEPA] - On Sunday, July 28, The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. Michael's Orthodox Church in Wilmington, DE.

FRACKVILLE, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, July 21, the Feast of the Prophet Ezekiel, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania presided over the services at Holy Ascension Orthodox Church in Frackville, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Monday, June 15, The feast of the Holy Great Prince Vladimir, the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania extends its best wishes to His Beatitude, Metropolitan Tikhon, on the occasion of his 58th birthday.

WILLIAMSPORT, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, July 7, the Feast of All Saints of North America, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania presided over the services at Holy Cross Orthodox Church in Williamsport, PA.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - Photo report from Saturday, July 6, The Seventh Day of St. Tikhon's Summer Camp.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - Photo report from Saturday, July 6, The Sixth Day of St. Tikhon's Summer Camp.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - Photo report from Thursday, July 4, The Fifth Day of St. Tikhon's Summer Camp.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - Photo report from Wednesday, July 3, The Fourth Day of St. Tikhon's Summer Camp.

Photo report from Tuesday, July 2, The Third Day of St. Tikhon's Summer Camp.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - Photo report from Monday, July 1, The Second Day of St. Tikhon's Summer Camp.

SOUTH CANAAN, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, June 30, The First Day of St. Tikhon's Summer Camp started.

MECHANICSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, June 30, The Feast of the Holy Apostles, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to Holy Apostles Orthodox Church in Mechanicsburg, PA.

CHICAGO, IL [DOEPA] - On Wednesday, June 26, upon the invitation of His Eminence, Archbishop Daniel of Chicago and the Midwest, and with the blessing of His Eminence, Archbishop Mark, a delegation from the Diocese of Eastern Pennsylvania was sent to attend the feast celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Tikhvin Icon of the Mother of God returning to Russia.

GETTYSBURG, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, June 9, Sunday of the Blind Man, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to the Gettysburg Mission.

OLD FORGE, PA [DOEPA] - On Sunday, June 2, the Sunday of the Samaritan Woman, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. Michael's Orthodox Church in Old Forge, PA.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Saturday, May 25, Diocesan Seminarian, Priest Kirill Zawatski, graduated from St. Tikhon’s Theological Seminary.

PHILADELPHIA, PA [DOEPA] - On Friday, May 10, Bright Friday, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an Archpastoral Visit to Theotokos of the Life-Giving Spring Russian Orthodox Mission in Philadelphia, PA, on the occasion of their Patronal Feastday.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - His Eminence, Archbishop Mark celebrates 10th Anniversary of being Enthroned as Bishop of the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - On Wednesday, May 8, Bright Wednesday, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark presided over the Diocesan Council’s regularly scheduled spring meeting.

BATH, PA [DOEPA COMMUNICATIONS] - His Eminence Archbishop Mark, has appointed a new Director of Communications for the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania, effective immediately.

Archpastoral Message from His Eminence, Archbishop Mark for the Feast of Feasts, Great and Holy Pascha.

The Gettysburg Mission has found a new home. Their services going forward will be at new location.

On Sunday, April 28, Palm Sunday, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to Christ the Saviour Orthodox Church in Harrisburg, PA.

On April 27, Lazarus Saturday, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to Holy Apostles Orthodox Church in Mechanicsburg, PA.

On Sunday, April 21, The Fifth Sunday of Great Lent, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to Holy Trinity Orthodox Church in Wilkes-Barre, PA.

On Sunday, April 14, The Fourth Sunday of Great Lent, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an archpastoral visit to St. Stephen's Cathedral in Philadelphia, PA.

On Sunday, April 7, The Sunday of the Cross, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark visited St. Herman of Alaska Orthodox Church in Glen Mills, PA. 

On Sunday, March 31, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark made an Archpastoral visit to the parish of St. John the Baptist in Nanticoke, PA. 

On March 24, The Sunday of Orthodoxy, His Eminence, Archbishop Mark visited St. Michael’s Orthodox Church in Wilmington, DE.

PHILADELPHIA, PA [DOEPA] - From May 9-10, 2014, the Diocese of Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania commemorated a historic occasion with the enthronement and installation of His Grace Bishop Mark as the Ruling Hierarch of Eastern Pennsylvania at St. Stephen's Cathedral in Philadelphia, PA.