Welcome to St John The Baptist Orthodox Church of Nesquehoning PA
Come Experience the Beauty and Stability of the Orthodox Faith!
Our Parish
We are a parish of the Orthodox Christian Faith which was established on the day of Holy Pentecost in the Year 33 AD. Our parish community is a member of the American Carpatho-Russian Orthodox Diocese of North America.
Our congregation is trans-national, attracting members from all branches of Orthodoxy and through conversion to the Holy Orthodox Faith. We actively seek to share our faith with others.
We welcome you to our parish web site and hope you enjoy your on-line visit. We cordially invite you to come worship with us when you are in the Greater Jim Thorpe/Nesquehoning, Pennsylvania area. Learn More »
Photo Gallery of Parish Events
Interested in Becoming an Orthodox Christian?
Interested in Becoming An Orthodox Christian? The Orthodox faith is not a religion; it is “a way of life” with guideposts to aid in each person’s journey in life. Becoming Orthodox is not a conversion but more so a work in progress of a transformation of self. It is not so much a destination but a journey where one, through their behavior and attitude, strives to live a holy life in the likeness of Christ. This transfiguration is known to Orthodox as theosis, where one strives to acquire a repentant mind, an open and clean heart, and a humble attitude, opening the door to receive the fullness of all that our Father in Heaven wants to give us. “The process of becoming an Orthodox Christian can be compared very closely to the process of becoming a married person for it involves the same basic movements of courtship, engagement, and marriage. Learn More »
Offering Your Time, Talent, & Treasure
Stewardship calls on the faithful to cheerfully offer back to God the gifts they have been blessed with.
Worship With Us
"Let brotherly love continue. Do not forget to entertain new comers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels." (Hebrews 13:1-2)
Our Parish History
Since its inception our parish has grown significantly and it strives to bear greater witness to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Adult Ed/Bible Study
Class is held Bi-Weekly on Sunday After Liturgy
Stump The Priest - Questions and Answers on The Faith.
Have a question about Orthodox Christianity? Send us your question and we will answer it and post online! Don't have a question but want to learn more about the faith? Check out the questions others have asked and that Father Joseph has already answered.
Support our Annual Toy Drive For the Needy
Help a needy child receive a toy at Christmas - support our annual toy drive.
Come and See: Please Join Us in Worship and Fellowship
At our best, we are known for our welcoming attitude, hospitality, prayerfulness, generosity, and compassion. At our worst, we are sinners, but we’re working out our salvation together, and could use your help. If you are looking for a church home, we hope you will consider making St John's Church that place.
Sunday Worship (Divine Liturgy or Reader Service) 10:00 am
Holy Day Services - See Calendar for Service Information
Adult Education Bi-Monthly Following Sunday Liturgy
Individualized Inquirers/Catechumen Classes On Exploring/ Becoming An Orthodox Christian
Services/Events Calendar
Follow Our Parish On FacebookPrayer Corner
Visit the Prayer Corner for more daily readings, hymns, a monthly calendar of saints and feasts, and more.