About Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church
Standing within the Orthodox tradition, Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church ministers in Des Plaines, Illinois. The church is located at 2350 East Dempster Street, in the heart of Des Plaines. Sunday 9:45 AM; Saturday 6:00 PM are the church's regular service times — please confirm with the church before visiting.
Orthodox congregations carry forward a particular branch of the Christian story. Eastern Orthodox churches share an unbroken liturgical tradition dating to the early church, with patriarchates such as Greek, Russian, Antiochian, and Serbian represented in the U.S. The tradition traces its modern form to the 1st century. Today the tradition counts approximately 1 million in the U.S.
It belongs to a wider community of churches across the Midwest — a region known for strong rural and urban Christian traditions. Des Plaines sits within Illinois, whose state capital is Springfield. Whether you live in Des Plaines or are visiting, the church welcomes guests at any service.
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Service times
Sunday 9:45 AM; Saturday 6:00 PM
Always confirm with the church before visiting — service times can change for holidays and seasons.
Location & directions
Frequently asked questions
Where is Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church located?⌄
Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church is located at 2350 East Dempster Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016.
What denomination is Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church?⌄
Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church stands within the Eastern Orthodox Churches stream of Christianity. Eastern Orthodox churches share an unbroken liturgical tradition dating to the early church, with patriarchates such as Greek, Russian, Antiochian, and Serbian represented in the U.S..
When are services at Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church?⌄
Service times: Sunday 9:45 AM; Saturday 6:00 PM. We recommend confirming with the church directly before visiting, especially around holidays.
Does Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church have a website?⌄
Yes — the official website is https://www.stjohnthebaptistgoc.org/.
What is the phone number for Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church?⌄
Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church can be reached at +1-847-827-5519. Call before visiting to confirm service times and any special events.
How do I get to Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church?⌄
Saint John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church is at 2350 East Dempster Street, Des Plaines, IL. Use the map and directions link on this page to navigate from your current location.
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