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Snowy Epiphany at St. Sophia
Despite light snowfall, parishioners from St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church gathered on the snowy banks of the Schuylkill River to observe the Epiphany tradition. Joining friends and fellow worshippers, they participated in services to honor…
Epiphany Celebrations On Delaware River And Revival At St. Sophia
Did you know there’s a long tradition of celebrating Epiphany on the Delaware River in Philadelphia? It all started back in 1965 when a cross was ceremonially thrown into the waters with a ribbon attached…
Journey into the Enchantment: The St. Sophia Grecian Festival Embraces the Magic of Greece
Experience the enchantment of the St. Sophia Grecian Festival and dive headfirst into the mesmerizing world of Greek culture! This captivating celebration is currently in full swing and a feast for the senses. Prepare yourself…
St. Sophia Grecian Festival: A Feast of Flavors Awaits
Prepare for a gastronomic adventure at the Grecian Food Festival held at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church in Jeffersonville, PA. This four-day extravaganza, from June 1-4, 2023, boasts an array of delectable homemade Greek delicacies,…
St. Sophia Commemorates Epiphany Day 2023
Jeffersonville, PA – Epiphany Day was commemorated yesterday at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox church and then along the Schuylkill River. Led by their spiritual leader, Father Peter Thornberg, the parishioners were blessed and received holy…
St. Sophia Parishioners host the Trunk or Treat Parade and Blessing of the Animals
Jeffersonville, PA – On Saturday, the St. Sophia parishioners hosted a Blessing of The Animals and their annual Trunk or Treat parade. It was a perfect fall day. The entire parish gathered on the church…
Grecian Festival at St. Sophia, A Weekend for Families and Friends
Jeffersonville, PA – Come and get it. The St. Sophia Greek Festival is back and better than ever. It was a perfect day to enjoy the food and hospitality of this Grecian Festival yesterday. St.…
Grecian Festival 2022 at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church
Jeffersonville, PA – How about four days of fabulous homemade Greek food being served by the beautiful parishioners of St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church? Does it get any better than this? On church grounds, it’s…
Holy Friday at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church
Jeffersonville, PA – An album from Holy Friday at St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church. This day marks the crucifixion of Jesus Christ. The day is considered a solemn day of mourning, lacking any of the…
St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Church Members Attend 49th Annual March for Life
St. Basil writes, “Those who give potions for the destruction of the child conceived in the womb are murderers, as are those who take potions which kill the child.” (Letters, CLXXXVIII, Canon 8) On Friday,…
Epiphany Day Tradition at St. Sophia Continues
Jeffersonville, PA – Parishioners from St. Sophia Greek Orthodox church visited the banks of the Schuylkill River on January 6, as part of the 13th anniversary of Epiphany Day services. Fr. Peter J. Thornberg hosted…
St. Sophia Grecian Festival, A Little Heaven on Earth
Jeffersonville, PA – The St. Sophia Fall Grecian Festival launched yesterday and saw folks lining up for a great meal, live music, and tours of the byzantine church. The weekend-long tradition featured Greek food like…
