Saint James Orthodox Church is a parish within the Antiochian Archdiocese of North America, under the supervision of Bishop Thomas of Charleston, Oakland, and the Mid-Atlantic. Established as a mission in 2006,
our parish has grown into a welcoming and active Orthodox Christian community.
Whether you are a member of the Orthodox faithful or simply exploring the faith, you are warmly invited to join us. Our services are in English and are family friendly.
Want to learn more about Orthodox Christianity and what to expect when you visit? Explore our About Our Faith page for more information.
It is with great sadness, yet with faith in Christ’s Resurrection, that we share the passing of our beloved parish priest.
He served our community with love, dedication, and faith, and his presence will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
We invite you to read the official announcement from the Archdiocese for more details by clicking here.
Please keep his family and our parish in your prayers.
Memory eternal.
Funeral Arrangements
Location: The Nativity of the Theotokos (St. Mary–Hunt Valley) Antiochian Orthodox Church
909 Shawan Rd in Cockeysville, MD 21030
Tuesday, April 14th:
5:00 PM – Viewing at St. Mary–Hunt Valley
7:00 PM – Funeral Service for a Priest
Wednesday, April 15th:
10:00 AM – Divine Liturgy
Followed by a Bright Week Funeral for a Layman at St. Mary–Hunt Valley
Interment is private.
Our parish is collecting donations to support Kh. Anna during this difficult time. All contributions will go directly to her.
Donations may be made online through Tithe.ly by selecting “Kh. Anna Barkley Donations”
Donation link below:
Service Schedule
Listed below are our regular weekly service times. For upcoming special services, please scroll down—or visit our calendar for the full schedule.
Sundays:
Matins 9:00 a.m.
Divine Liturgy 10:00 a.m.
Saturdays:
Vespers 5:00 p.m.
Service times for Holy Week have been changed. Please click here for information.
We are unable to update the calendar at this time.
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For the 2nd quarter in 2026, we will be collecting canned tuna, canned chicken, canned salmon and spam.
Donations can be dropped off in the Parish Hall.
This ministry is dedicated to creating and donating handmade baby hats and blankets to Carroll Hospital's Family Birth Place. Volunteers gather in fellowship to knit these items, which are then lovingly distributed to newborns and their families, providing warmth and care during a special time of life.
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Parish family and friends of St. James gather to beautify God's creation. Cleanup is a challenge, but always a blessing as we serve Our Lord and our community.
Next clean up is scheduled for
Fall 2026!
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