Ancient faith. Rhode Island roots.
A living faith.
An open door.
Discover the beauty of Eastern Orthodox Christianity, right here in Rhode Island.
Whether you are simply curious, returning to faith, or looking for a parish to call home, there is a place to begin.
Rooted in the Gospel
The Christian faith,
lived together.
Orthodox Christianity is a life centered on Jesus Christ: His incarnation, death, and resurrection. Through worship, prayer, the sacraments, and love of our neighbors, we seek to grow in communion with God.
Explore the Orthodox faith →A place to begin
You don’t need to know
everything to take a first step.
Bring your questions.
Take your time.
What is Orthodoxy?
An introduction to the beliefs, worship, and everyday life of the Orthodox Church.
→02 / EXPERIENCECome to a service.
What you will see, what to expect, and why you are welcome just as a visitor.
→03 / CONNECTFind your local parish.
Explore Eastern Orthodox communities across Rhode Island and plan a visit.
→Our sponsoring parish
St. Michael’s.
Here in Woonsocket.
OrthodoxRI.org is an invitation from St. Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church. Our Ukrainian heritage is a gift we share; you do not need to be Ukrainian to worship with us.
St. Michael’s belongs to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church of the USA, under the Ecumenical Patriarchate.