St. Parascheva Romanian Orthodox Church

About this church

Saint Parascheva Romanian Orthodox Church in Andover, Massachusetts, was founded in 1996 to serve Orthodox Christians of Romanian origin in the greater Boston area. It belongs to the Romanian Orthodox Archdiocese in the Americas and the Romanian Orthodox Patriarchate, and its website is written largely in Romanian. The Holy Liturgy is celebrated every Sunday at 264-266 Lowell Street, and the church is open on weekdays for major feast days; consult the schedule page for specific service times. Confession is available before communion, and visitors are encouraged to fast and confess beforehand if they wish to receive it.

Children and youth ages 4 to 18 attend Sunday School from 12:00 to 12:45 p.m., with lessons in the faith, Romanian language, and holiday celebrations. The church also offers weddings, baptisms, memorials, and membership. A Plan a Visit page explains what to expect for those new to an Orthodox church. For questions, call (617) 957-2318 or use the contact form, and confirm the schedule on the website before visiting.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 13, 2026. Sources: Home page · About the church and its history · Plan a Visit · Sunday School schedule

Service times

Confirm current times directly with the church before visiting.

Ministries and visitor notes

• Sunday Holy Liturgy — see church schedule page

Location