Greek Orthodox Community of St. Albans Aghia Paraskevi

14/09/2026

With reverence and the participation of many faithful, our Community celebrated today, 14 September, the great feast of the Exaltation of the Precious and Life-Giving Cross at the Greek Orthodox community of St Albans “Aghia Paraskevi”.
The festal Divine Liturgy was celebrated together with the Service of the Blessing of the Waters, followed by the solemn rite of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross, according to the sacred tradition of our Orthodox Church.
A particular blessing for our Community was the presence of a precious portion of the True Cross of our Lord, which was placed for the faithful to venerate.
The Feast of the Holy Cross holds a special place in the life and tradition of the Orthodox Church and in the spiritual heritage of the Greek Orthodox people.
The Cross, once an instrument of humiliation and death, has through the Passion and Resurrection of Christ become the sign of life, salvation, hope and strength.
On this blessed feast, we gathered as a community in prayer and thanksgiving, giving glory to our Lord and asking that His Precious and Life-Giving Cross may always remain a source of strength, consolation and hope for all.

14/09/2026

Χρόνια πολλά!

05/09/2026

Happy Father's Day 👨🎉💙

Last week we celebrated Father's Day 👨, and what a night it was — full of kefi, laughter, and beautiful moments shared across generations. 💃🕺

We kicked things off with a shot of ouzo for all the fathers — a hearty “yamas!” to honour them — along with a small gift as a token of appreciation for everything they do for their families and our community.

From there, the tables filled with plenty of food, good company, and that unmistakable Aghia Paraskevi spirit.

A huge shout‑out to DJ Joe & Karamaloudis Theo on the Bouzouki, who kept the room buzzing and the dancefloor alive all night long. Their music brought the energy, the smiles, and the proper Greek vibes we love. OPA!! 🎶🎤🪕

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the night so special. Our community shines brightest when we come together. 💙💙

15/08/2026

Today, on the 15th of August, our Community gathered with reverence and joy to celebrate the great Feast of the Dormition of the Most Holy Theotokos. The Divine Liturgy brought together our members, families and friends in prayer, thanksgiving and fellowship as we marked one of the most beloved feasts of the Orthodox. Christian year. The Dormition of the Theotokos holds a special place in the life and tradition of the Church, and the Panagia continues to be a source of faith, humility and hope for Christians throughout the world. On this special day, our prayers embraced our Community and its families, as well as all those who are facing difficult circumstances and are in need of strength, consolation and peace. We prayed especially for those affected by war, displacement, illness, loneliness and every form of human suffering, asking that peace and hope may be found in every heart and throughout the world. As we came together in celebration, we also gave thanks for the life and fellowship of our Community and for all those who contribute to its life and ministry throughout the year. May the Panagia continue to bless and accompany our Community, our families and all who turn to God in faith, and may the joy of this great feast remain with us, bringing renewed faith, peace and hope to all.

Wishing everyone a blessed and joyful Feast of the Dormition of the Most Holy Theotokos.

Καλή Παναγιά! 🙏🏻☦️

15/08/2026

✨ YOU’RE ALL INVITED ✨

To join us as we celebrate Father’s Day at our dinner dance on Saturday the 29th of August 👨🏻‍💼👔🩵

Please see below details to book your tables 📞

We look forward to a wonderful evening celebrate the special men in our lives 🎉

27/07/2026

What a truly blessed and unforgettable celebration of our Patronal Feast!

With hearts filled with joy and gratitude to Almighty God, our historic St Albans community came together to honour our beloved Patron Saint, the Holy, Glorious Venerable Martyr Paraskevi.

From the morning celebration of Festal Matins and the Divine Liturgy, our church was filled with prayer, devotion, and the beautiful presence of hundreds of faithful who gathered to celebrate our Orthodox faith, our traditions, and the special bond that has united generations of our community.

Following the Service of the Blessing of the Five Loaves (Artoklasia), the Holy Icon of Aghia Paraskevi was carried in solemn procession around our church, as we prayed for her continued protection and blessings upon our families, our community, and all those around us.

The joy of the feast continued with our annual festival, where our community came together in a wonderful celebration of faith, family, friendship, and Greek hospitality.

The sounds of music and dancing, the sharing of delicious food, and the smiles of young and old filled the day with happiness and reminded us of the beautiful spirit that has kept our community strong throughout the years.

This celebration was a true reflection of what can be achieved when people come together with love, dedication, and a shared devotion to God and His Saints.

We give thanks to Almighty God for the many blessings bestowed upon us and extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who attended, supported, and contributed to making this year’s Patronal Feast such a memorable occasion, especially our volunteers, supporters, musicians, dancers, and all those who worked tirelessly behind the scenes.

As a historic community built on faith, tradition, sacrifice, and the commitment of many generations, we continue to grow, preserve our heritage, and create a place where all can feel a sense of belonging.

May the Holy, Glorious Venerable Martyr Paraskevi continue to intercede for our community, our families, and all who seek her prayers, guiding us ever closer to our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Holy, Glorious Venerable Martyr Paraskevi, pray unto God for us!

12/07/2026

An important update for our seniors...

Regular Monday sessions will take a short pause while works are underway and as we prepare for our Panigiri.

We’ll be back together again on Monday 3 August, ready to resume as normal.

04/07/2026

🎉 ANNUAL PANIGIRI 🎉

On Sunday the 26th of July, we invite you to come and join us as we celebrate our humble Aghia Paraskevi ☦️🤍

Dancing, food, loukoumades and live music! 🎶💃🏻🕺🏻🌯🍩

🎟️ FREE ENTRY FOR ALL 🎟️

We look forward to seeing you all there! 💃🏻🕺🏻🪩✨

The Greek Orthodox Community of St. Albans Aghia Paraskevi was established in the early 1960s. The community organisation accommodates all patrons of the suburb and surrounding areas.

29/06/2026

Birthday wishes for our young priest 🥳

Fr. Michael from all of us,

Committee, Community members and church members, wishing you a very happy birthday, filled with good health, joy, and peace.

Thank you for your faithful service, and dedication to our church and Community. We are lucky to have you ❤️

With your beautiful, tireless, presvitera Ani, and your little princess Coralia, you brought love, sunshine and laughter to our Community and church family and raised it to another level .

May we have you with us for many many more years to come.

We love you heaps 🥰

27/06/2026

An important update for our Seniors Club community:

Sessions on Monday 29 June and Monday 6 July will not be running.

Thank you for your patience. We look forward to resuming our regular program the following week.