Welcome to the webpage of St John the Baptist Orthodox Christian Church.

The Orthodox Church is the ancient Christian Church, founded by our Lord Jesus Christ, as described in the New Testament. Its history can be traced back, in unbroken continuity, to Christ and His Twelve Apostles.
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​Our parish is under the jurisdiction of Russian Orthodox Church. ​Originally founded by immigrants from Eastern Europe in the early 1900's, today we remain committed to living out the faith in our Lord Jesus Christ and sharing His truth with our brothers and sisters in North America.

Open to all who seek Christ!

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Weekly Services

Great Vespers

Saturday - 6:00pm
Eve of the Feast Day (weekday) - 7:00pm

Divine Liturgy

Sunday - 9:30am
Feast Days (weekday) - 9:00am 
*The services are done in English and Russian*

Akathist to St John the Baptist

Tuesday - 6:45pm
(unless there is a Liturgy or Great Vespers)

Bible Study

Tuesday - 7:30pm
(no classes June-August)

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Office Hours

Monday through Friday: 9:00am - 2:00pm
All other times - by appointment
The church can be opened at any time. However, please call in advance (973) 256-0314​​

Confessions

Saturday after Vespers or by appointment

House or Hospital Visit

If you can't make it to church due to illness or physical ailment, but would like to receive Holy Communion or Confession, or Anointing with the Holy oil (no, this is not the Last Rites), or just chat with a priest, call Fr Aleksey to set up a visit

Sacraments of Baptism & Wedding

Anyone who would like to be baptized or married in our parish is encouraged to meet at least once with Father for Catechism (preparation for Baptism) or Christian Marriage Preparation talks.