Ministries
Opportunities for worship, fellowship, and service for all ages
Our church ministries provide opportunities for worship, fellowship, and service for all ages. Each ministry supports spiritual growth and strengthens our community by helping us live out the Gospel in daily life. Speak with one of our priests after any service to get connected.
Teaches children from KG through 5th grade to praise God through song. The choir performs at special events throughout the church year.
- When:
- Every Saturday, 5:00 to 5:45 PM, Sanctuary
- Serve:
- Patient, encouraging helpers to assist with rehearsals and guide our youth in worship.
- Contact:
- Rebecca Hemans, 615-484-6577
Hymn classes for KG to 5th grade (Elementary) and 6th to 8th grade (Middle School), following the current church season.
- When:
- Every Saturday, 5:45 to 6:30 PM. Elementary in the 3rd and 4th classrooms, Middle School in the Sanctuary
- Serve:
- Dedicated, patient servants to help children learn the hymnology of the Church.
- Contact:
- Bishoy Sami, 615-767-2881
Studying the Bible in chronological order for grades 1 to 8. Groups for grades 1-3, 4-5, and 6-8, each with a weekly chapter discussion mixed with Kahoot, activities, and games.
- When:
- Saturdays after Vespers, 7:15 to 8:00 PM
- Serve:
- If you love serving children, we offer a structured, guided curriculum to support volunteers.
- Contact:
- Sameh Garas and Rasha Garas
Leads the congregation in worship and prayer through the roles of chanters, readers, and subdeacons, with all congregational hymns in English so everyone, including those exploring Orthodoxy, can take part.
- Serve:
- Open to those committed to learning, reverence, and active participation in the life of the Church.
- Contact:
- Bishoy Ragheb 850-345-0020, Mark Naguib 615-516-7232, Joseph Tawfik 910-578-7524, Bishoy Sami 615-767-2881
Prepares the holy offering bread for the Divine Liturgy. Servants make the Orban with water, flour, and yeast while praying the Psalms, following the ancient tradition of the Church.
- Serve:
- Limited to men who are servants of the altar. Must be reliable and consistent, with a valid driver's license and dependable transportation.
- Contact:
- Joseph Mikhail, 615-414-2473
Living in Faith and Truth: fellowship and spiritual talks for college youth, helping them grow and stay grounded.
- When:
- Every Friday, 7:30 to 10:30 PM
- Serve:
- Anyone with a heart for serving college youth.
Serves graduates and young professionals with fellowship, relevant teaching, prayer, and discussion around faith, vocation, and life after graduation.
- When:
- Every Sunday, 11:30 AM, Portable
- Serve:
- Small groups, service projects, and fellowship gatherings throughout the year.
- Contact:
- Engy Tawfik, 615-457-0048
Orthodox men supporting and strengthening one another to grow in Christ. Open to men 18 and up.
- When:
- Once a month on a Tuesday, 6:30 to 8:30 PM
- Contact:
- Andrew Hanna
A welcoming community where women of all ages grow in faith, build friendships, and encourage one another through prayer and fellowship.
- When:
- Every other Tuesday, 6:30 PM, upstairs in the church
- Contact:
- Silvia Eldahaby, 615-887-1894
Spiritual guidance and fellowship for couples in the first years of marriage: meet other young couples, grow together, and face the challenges of married life through Christ.
- When:
- Third Thursday of every month, 6:30 to 9:00 PM
- Contact:
- Mina Masoud
Prepares meals for Tasbeha dinners, Sunday breakfasts after Liturgy, and feast-day celebrations.
- When:
- Based on church activities and events, in the church kitchen
- Serve:
- If you love cooking, volunteers are always welcome.
- Contact:
- Mervat Makar, 615-668-4180
Keeps the church clean and organized, following the example of St. Verena, whose care and order were an expression of love for God and others.
- When:
- Every Monday and Friday
- Serve:
- Anyone who would like to help is welcome.
- Contact:
- Mervat Makar, 615-668-4180
More ways to serve
Weekly class for children of all ages immediately after the Sunday Divine Liturgy.
Weekly class to prepare those interested in teaching Sunday School.
An 8-week course for those interested in learning the faith in order to be baptized.
Helps newcomers get plugged in: the email list, WhatsApp groups, the schedule, and feeling at home.
Meals, beds, rides, and overnight hosting for our guests during the winter shelter season.
Activities for sharing Orthodoxy with the wider community.
A biweekly meeting for the newly baptized to keep learning and integrating into the community.
Reading and discussing the writings of the church fathers. Wednesdays at 5:30 PM.
Help maintain the website, app, and social media pages.
Minor repairs around the church, and contacting professionals when needed.
The annual Nativity and Resurrection feasts and other church festivities.