About Our Parish
ROOTED IN APOSTOLIC FAITH • SERVING METRO ATLANTA SINCE 2014
St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church is a parish of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church, under the Diocese of South-West America. Located in Cumming, Georgia, we are a Christ-centered Orthodox community committed to worship, fellowship, Christian education, and service. We warmly welcome everyone seeking to grow in the ancient Orthodox faith and experience the love of Christ within our parish family.
“For where two or three are gathered together in My name, there am I in the midst of them.” — St. Matthew 18:20
Our Journey of Faith
From a small gathering of Orthodox families to a thriving parish serving North Metro Atlanta, our journey has been one of faith, sacrifice, and God’s abundant blessings. Every milestone reflects the dedication of parish families who worked together to establish a permanent Orthodox presence for future generations.
January 4, 2014
A Vision Takes Root
On January 4, 2014, Orthodox families from the Suwanee and Cumming area gathered with a shared vision of establishing a parish in the name and under the heavenly patronage of St. Gregorios of Parumala. United in faith and prayer, they sought to create a lasting spiritual home rooted in the Orthodox tradition for present and future generations.
January 17, 2014
A Parish is born
With God’s grace and the dedication of its founding families, St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church Atlanta was officially incorporated as a nonprofit organization. This milestone marked the formal establishment of a parish dedicated to worship, fellowship, and preserving the apostolic faith under the heavenly patronage of St. Gregorios of Parumala.
February 9, 2014
The First Holy Qurbana
The first Holy Qurbana was celebrated, bringing the faithful together in worship and marking the beginning of the parish’s liturgical life. This inaugural Holy Qurbana was offered at St. George Chapel of St. Paul’s Coptic Orthodox Church in Suwanee, Georgia. The chapel is blessed with the Holy Relics of St. George, the Prince of Martyrs, making this first celebration especially meaningful in the life of our parish. From that day forward, the Holy Qurbana became the spiritual center of our growing parish community.
August 3, 2014
A New Home for Worship
As the parish family continued to grow, the congregation moved to its new worship center at 6000 Live Oak Parkway, Suite 113, Norcross, Georgia. For nearly a decade, this sacred space became the heart of parish life, where the faithful gathered for Holy Qurbana, celebrated the Holy Mysteries, nurtured future generations, and strengthened their bonds of faith and fellowship.
July 5, 2017
Official Parish Status
With the blessings of His Holiness Moran Mar Baselios Marthoma Paulose II, the congregation was officially declared a parish of the Diocese of South-West America, with Rev. Fr. John Koshy Vaidyan as its first Vicar.
May 13, 2018
Building the Future
The parish launched its Building Fund initiative, beginning a prayerful journey toward establishing a permanent house of worship for future generations.
October 8–9, 2023
A Sacred Milestone: Consecration & Installation of the Holy Relics
After years of faith, prayer, sacrifice, and the unwavering support of our parish family and our well wishers, a place was bought in Cumming , GA and we built our Church.After years of faith, prayer, sacrifice, and the unwavering support of our parish family and well-wishers, our parish purchased property in Cumming, Georgia, and built a church on a hill dedicated to the glory of God. As our Lord teaches in St. Matthew 5:14, “You are the light of the world. A town built on a hill cannot be hidden.” Our church stands on this hill as a visible witness to Christ, serving as a beacon of faith, hope, and love to the surrounding communities.Our Church was solemnly consecrated by His Holiness Moran Mar Baselios Marthoma Mathews III, Catholicos of the East and Malankara Metropolitan, assisted by Diocesan Metropolitan His Grace Dr.Thomas Mar Ivanios , His Grace Dr. Yuhanon Mar Diascoros (Metropolitan of Kottayam Diocese) and His Grace Dr. Joshua Mar Nicodimos (Metropolitan of Nilackal Diocese).. This sacred event established our church as a permanent house of worship dedicated to the glory of God and the service of His people.
This historic celebration was further enriched by the installation of the Holy Relics of St. Gregorios of Parumala and St. Dionysius of Vattasseril, entrusting our parish with two sacred treasures that continue to inspire the faithful and strengthen our spiritual life.
Today
Continuing the Journey
Today, under the pastoral leadership of our Vicar, Rev. Fr. Sanjeev Mary Offer, St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church Atlanta continues to serve Orthodox families throughout Metro Atlanta with unwavering faith, love, and hospitality. Guided by the vision of our founders and strengthened by God’s grace, we remain committed to preserving the apostolic faith, nurturing future generations, and glorifying God through worship, fellowship, Christian education, and compassionate service.
OUR LEGACY
Every journey begins with a vision. Before continuing through the life of our parish, we invite you to hear from our Founding Vicar, whose faith, leadership, and unwavering commitment laid the foundation upon which our parish continues to grow today.
OUR PURPOSE
Our Mission
Living the Orthodox Faith through Worship, Fellowship, Education, and Service
Inspired by the vision of our founders and guided by the teachings of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church, we strive to glorify God through worship, build a Christ-centered parish family, nurture spiritual growth through Christian education, and serve others with compassion and humility.
Worship
The Holy Qurbana and the sacramental life of the Church are the heart of our parish, drawing us closer to Christ through prayer, worship, and the Holy Mysteries.
Fellowship
We foster a welcoming parish family where individuals and families grow together in faith, friendship, and mutual support. Through worship, fellowship, and shared worship, fellowship, and service, we strive to reflect the love of Christ in our parish and beyond.
Christian Education
Through our Sunday School, MGOCSM, MMVS, Bible study, youth ministries, and educational programs, we nurture every generation in the Orthodox faith, helping them grow in wisdom, character, and a lifelong relationship with Christ.
Service
Following Christ’s example of humility and compassion, we seek to serve our parish family, our neighbors, and the wider community through stewardship, outreach, charitable works, and acts of Christian love.
OUR FAITH
The Orthodox Faith We Live
As members of the Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church, we strive to live as faithful disciples of Jesus Christ. Rooted in the Holy Bible, Sacred Tradition, the Holy Mysteries, and the apostolic life of the Church, our faith is lived through worship, prayer, service, and Christian discipleship.
📖 Holy Bible
The Holy Bible is the inspired Word of God and is understood within the worship, teaching, and living Tradition of the Church.
⛪ Sacred Tradition
Holy Tradition is the living faith handed down from the Apostles through the Church’s worship, teachings, councils, writings of the Fathers, and spiritual life.
🍞 Holy Mysteries
Through the Holy Mysteries—especially Baptism, Chrismation, Holy Qurbana, Confession, Marriage, Holy Orders, and Anointing of the Sick—we receive and experience the grace of God.
❤️ A Life of Discipleship
Orthodox Christianity is more than believing—it is living as disciples of Jesus Christ. Through prayer, fasting, worship, service, stewardship, and love for one another, we strive each day to become more like Christ.
“Our faith is not simply something we believe—it is a life we live together in Christ.”
OUR VICAR
Meet Our Clergy
Our parish is blessed with dedicated clergy who faithfully lead us in worship, pastoral care, Christian education, and the sacramental life of the Church. Through their ministry, they guide our parish family in faith, hope, and love while nurturing our spiritual growth in Christ.
Rev. Fr. Sanjeev Mary Offer
Vicar, St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church Atlanta
Serving Since 2019
A Welcome from Our Vicar
Welcome to St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church Atlanta. Whether you are a lifelong Orthodox Christian or visiting for the first time, we warmly welcome you to worship with us and become part of our parish family. It is our prayer that every person who enters our church experiences the love of Christ, the beauty of Orthodox worship, and the fellowship of our community.
“May Christ continue to strengthen our parish family as we worship together, grow together, and serve together in His holy name.”
OUR COMMUNITY
Life at St. Gregorios Atlanta
Our parish is more than a place of worship—it is a family united in Christ. Through prayer, fellowship, Christian education, service, and celebration, we grow together in faith while preserving the rich traditions of the Malankara Orthodox Church.
Every family, every generation, every journey of faith has a place in our parish.
OUR INVITATION
Come and Worship With Us
Whether you have been part of the Orthodox Church for many years or are exploring the ancient Christian faith for the first time, we warmly welcome you to St. Gregorios Indian Orthodox Church Atlanta. Come and experience the beauty of Orthodox worship, the richness of our apostolic faith, and the fellowship of our parish family.
Our doors are open, our prayers are offered, and our hearts are ready to welcome you.
“Therefore welcome one another as Christ has welcomed you, for the glory of God.”
— Romans 15:7
One Faith • One Family • One Lord
ROOTED IN APOSTOLIC FAITH • SERVING METRO ATLANTA SINCE 2014