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Est. 1976  ·  Clifton, New Jersey

St. Gregorios
Orthodox Church

A community of faith rooted in the ancient Malankara Orthodox Syrian tradition, gathering in worship, prayer, and service since 1976.

🎊 Golden Jubilee Celebrating 50 Years of Faith — November 6–8, 2026 Learn More →
Welcome

A Home of Faith
in New Jersey

Thank you for visiting the St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church, Clifton, New Jersey website. Our parish was founded in September 1976 in West Orange, NJ by Rev. John Mathews, and is named after St. Gregorios of Parumala — the first Indian saint to be canonized.

We are one of the oldest parishes in the American diocese of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church, a tradition that traces its origins to St. Thomas the Apostle, who brought the Christian faith to India in AD 52. All are warmly welcome to worship with us.

Our Vicar, V. Rev. Fr. Yesudasan Pappan Cor Episcopa, leads our congregation with devotion. We invite you to join us every Sunday for Holy Qurbana and fellowship.

St. Gregorios Church

Founded 1976

One of the oldest Orthodox parishes in the American Diocese

Every Sunday

Sunday Worship Schedule

Join us each Sunday at 1231 Van Houten Ave, Clifton, NJ 07013 for worship, prayer, and fellowship.

8:30 AM
Night Prayer
Vespers — the opening service preparing the community for Holy Qurbana
9:45 AM
Holy Qurbana
The Divine Liturgy — the central act of Orthodox worship and Holy Eucharist
11:30 AM
Refreshments
Community fellowship and refreshments for all parishioners and visitors
12:00 PM
Sunday School
Religious education and faith formation for children of all ages
Parish Leadership

Meet Our Parish Team

Vicar
V. Rev. Fr. Yesudasan Pappan
Cor Episcopa
📞 (718) 419-1832
✦ Golden Jubilee 2026

50th Anniversary Celebration

We are joyfully celebrating our 50th Anniversary (Golden Jubilee) from November 6–8, 2026. You and your family are cordially invited to join us in prayer and celebration.

November 6, 2026 November 7, 2026 November 8, 2026
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