WELCOME

TO THE ORTHODOX CHURCH OF ST. COSMAS & ST. DAMIAN IN SUFFOLK

Our parish is for the Orthodox faithful of every nationality and background and for all those who wish to learn more about the Ancient Christian Faith.

Enquirers and visitors are warmly welcomed!

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FIRST WEEK OF GREAT LENT 2026

Clean Monday 23rd February – 6pm Great Canon of St Andrew of Crete

Tuesday 24th February – 6pm Great Canon of St Andrew of Crete

Wednesday 25th February – 6pm Great Canon of St Andrew of Crete

Thursday 26th February – 7.45am Matins/9am Cleaning in preparation for Archbishop’s visit

6pm Great Canon of St Andrew of Crete

Friday 27th February – 10.30am Liturgy of the Presanctified Gifts (a total fast from the evening before should be observed)

6pm – First Salutations

FIRST SUNDAY OF GREAT LENT. Sunday of Orthodoxy.

Saturday 28th February - 5pm Vespers

Sunday 1st March – 7.45am Matins & Hierarchical Divine Liturgy with His Eminence Archbishop Nikitas

Procession with the Holy Icons

EVERYONE WELCOME!

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Light a Candle

"I am the light of the world; he who follows me will not walk in darkness, but will have the light of life." (John 8: 12)

Upon entering an Orthodox church it is customary to light candles and offer prayers for one's personal needs or that of a family member or friend.

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Tips for first time visitors

When you come to the church for the first time, please enter through the steel gate and front door, and you will find yourself in the entrance area which we call the narthex. You can stay there and simply observe, or you can come through the double doors into the main part of the church.

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Discover the rich Orthodox Church history, traditions, and teachings that guide our community towards spiritual growth and enlightenment.

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