SALISBURY — This year All Saints of America Orthodox Christian Church is celebrating its 35th anniversary and its first year as a fully realized parish.
Consecrated in 1994, the church persisted as a mission prior to its elevation to parish status by newly-appointed Bishop Benedict of Hartford and New England on July 7, 2024.
Currently, the church operates out of the restored former St. Francis Chapel on the shores of Salisbury’s Twin Lakes, where it serves as the spiritual home for a devoted community of Orthodox Christian parishioners — many of whom were present at its nascent gatherings in the early ’90s.
As much as has changed for the parish in its 35 years, yet more has remained the same.Adhering to the annual movements of a liturgical calendar that has repeated itself for centuries, worship at All Saints of America resembles that of Eastern Orthodox communities the world over — all of which are now in the latter phase of Great Lent: the preparatory season preceding Easter, or Pascha.
Daily services will be offered in English from April 12 to 20.
All Saints of America invites the community to participate in the observation of its anniversary and celebration of the Resurrection.
Metropolitan Theodosius leads the consecration of the church in 1994.Provided
Tiffany Lemelin, shelter manager, brushing Marsala upon arrival.Provided
Michael DeBarba, certified dog trainer working with Marsala.Jennifer Almquist
Marsala wins a heart.Jennifer Almquist
Sadie, center, a Carolina dog, plays with her friend Negra, a terrier mix. Bella Linda, the small poodle, has since been adopted.L. Tomaino
Wesley, a young, exuberant mix, is looking for an active home.L. Tomaino
Bonnie and Clyde, an affectionate terrier pair.L. Tomaino
