Catechumenate Swells to 164 Souls at NC Parish

CREDIT: Facebook/All Saints Orthodox Church

RALEIGH, NC — On September 14, 2025, All Saints Antiochian Orthodox Church celebrated the feast of the Exaltation of the Cross by enrolling 50 new catechumens, bringing the parish’s total to 164.

This follows 38 enrollments in June and 14 baptisms on Holy Saturday, with more baptisms scheduled for September 27.

Led by Fr. David Winn, the church, part of the Antiochian Diocese of Miami and the Southeast, serves over 300 active members.

All Saints offers diverse ministries, including youth programs, men’s and women’s groups, Sunday School, and community outreach.

Liturgical ministries like choir and prosphora baking, alongside a parish bookstore, enrich the community.

This growth reflects a rising interest in Orthodox Christianity across America, with thousands joining Orthodox churches in recent years, signaling a vibrant spiritual movement.

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