St.John Chrysostom

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St. John Chrysostom Albanian Orthodox Church

Witnessing to the fullness of the Orthodox Faith in the City of Philadelphia

Divine Liturgy with Father Kakhaber Kurtanidze (Fr. Kai) every Sunday at 10:00am

237 N 17th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

Phone: 215-563-0979

All Services in English

To all parishioners, friends and new church members,

Come join the church and pray to Lord Jesus for blessings of joy and prosperity. We welcome all visitors to the church for Sunday prayers every week. Let’s come together and join us in praying Lord Jesus for making this world a peaceful and a better place.

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Food, soft drinks and live music with Albanian musicians are provided from church.  

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Recent Livestreams

Recent Photo Albums

Icon Auction Part II - 01/11/2026

We had a good crowd participating on part II of Icon auction.

Icon Auction Part I - 01/04/2026

We had a great participation from our parish on Part I of icon auction. 

Christ Pageant - Santa Claus - 12/21/2025

Our Sunday school students told the story of the birth of Christ – they were so good! Christmas carols and smiles everywhere!

Santa visited during coffee hour – more smiles!

 

Flag Day - 11/23/2025

Father Kai said a special prayer and our children enthusiastically waved Albanian and American flags!

Bishop Nikodhim visits St. Johns - 11/16-2025

Bishop Nikodhim visted St. John Chrysostom to celebrate our 94th Nameday. It was a wonderful day!

 

Fall Costume Party - 10/26/2025

Paula Bendo once again sponsored the Fall Costume Party. Great costumes, lots of candy, games and fun. Smiles every where. Thank you Paula and Stephanie, our activities co-ordinator!

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Helping people is a universal principal and we hope you will consider making a donation regardless of your faith. The church is deeply appreciative of any sum, no matter how large.

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