Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Christian Church

About this church

Saints Peter and Paul Orthodox Christian Church in Rockaway, New Jersey, is a parish of the American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Diocese of the USA, located at 66 Beach Street. The Divine Liturgy is celebrated on Sundays at 9:30 a.m., and Great Vespers is sung on Saturdays at 5:00 p.m. The church is open for private prayer on Wednesdays at noon. On the eve of a feast, a festal Great Vespers is held at 6:30 p.m., and the festal Divine Liturgy is at 9:00 a.m. on the feast day. The parish serves families across northern New Jersey counties and the Poconos.

A first-time visitor page explains what to expect. All services are in English, and almost the whole service is sung, led by a cantor, with service books in each pew and the Epistle and Gospel readings printed in the bulletin. Visitors are told to wear comfortable shoes because the congregation stands often, and that dress should be about as formal as for work or school. Children are encouraged to take part, and a nursing and diaper-changing area is in the social hall. Only Orthodox Christians receive Holy Communion, though others may come forward for a blessing. Refreshments and fellowship follow Sunday services. The parish also hosts an annual Christmas bazaar and an Easter food sale, and its hall is available for rental.

Researched from the church’s official website and reviewed October 4, 2026. Sources: Weekly worship schedule · First-time visitor guide · Parish homepage, diocese, address

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