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The St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church is the largest Greek Orthodox congregation in the area, servicing Clarksburg, Bridgeport, Buckhannon, Elkins, Fairmont, Grafton, Parkersburg, and Weston residents. This area of Summit Parks was once known as “Greek Town” due to the high concentration of Greek immigrants living there. A cornerstone was laid for the relatively modest building in 1918. Construction on the primarily brick building took about two years. Exterior ornamentation is sparse, though the interior includes a plethora of icons and reliefs hand-carved by congregation members. The structure as a whole is defined by its central tower, a hallmark of Greek Orthodox architecture. The St. Spyridon congregation acquired its name as the church was completed just a few days before St. Spyridon’s feast day, December 12th. Following renovations in 1986, the site was officially consecrated. Pittsburgh Stained Glass Studios, who also provided the original 1918 windows, are currently working to replace panes throughout the building. St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church continues to celebrate not only the Greek Orthodox faith but also Greek culture in general through food festivals and other events.

St. Spyridon Greek Orthodox Church.

Sky, Cloud, Property, Window

The exterior of the church has changed little over the past century.

Building, Window, Sky, Tree

The interior of the church features hand-carved works by congregation members.

Property, Decoration, Interior design, Lighting

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