Welcome!

We are an Orthodox Christian parish in Western North Carolina, proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ through ancient worship, faithful teaching, prayer, and loving community. Whether you are new to Orthodoxy or lifelong faithful, we invite you to come and see.

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Aug
18
Tue
12:30pm Kathismata w/ Deacon D
Aug
19
Wed
5:00pm Daily Vespers
Aug
21
Fri
9:00am Matins followed by Coffee Discussion
Aug
22
Sat
4:00pm Great Vespers
5:00-5:45pm Catechism in person
Aug
23
Sun
9:40am Hours
10:00am Divine Liturgy
12:30 Sisterhood meeting 
Aug
25
Tue
12:30pm Kathismata w/ Deacon D
Aug
26
Wed
5:00pm Daily Vespers
Aug
28
Fri
9:00am Matins followed by Coffee Discussion
Aug
29
Sat
Beheading of the Baptist
4:00pm Great Vespers
5:00-5:45pm Catechism in person
Aug
30
Sun
9:40am Hours
10:00am Divine Liturgy
Fundraiser Meal during CH
Monthly Calendar
We pray O Lord, that thou wilt guide, bless and fulfill our efforts to grow a holy and thriving parish and that thou wilt enable us to grow in spirit and in numbers as a living witness to Thy love, power and glory.
News & Events
  • Blessed Dormition
    Thank you to Elena and Autumn for the beautiful feast flowers 💐 for the Dormition of the Theotokos (Aug 15). 
  • Picnic & Talent Show Success
    Synaxis of the Holy Archangel Gabriel picnic and talent show. Showcase a hobby, talent, or skill—Fun for kids and adults! Grilled hamburgers and hotdogs.
  • New Phone App
    Get our app for your Android or iOS phone and stay connected with parish life wherever you are. Access today's Scripture readings, the Saints of the day, parish news and announcements. Get notificatio
  • Clean Our Church
    We need 2 or 3 people each week to clean our church. Please consider donating an hour of your time. A complete list of to-do items and a caddie of cleaning products is available at the church. Click t
  • New Member Directory
    Create an account to add your family or update your listing.
  • Road Trip St. Augustine, FL
  • Family Vespers & Community Fellowship 9/12
    On September 12, we will celebrate a special Family Vespers service. Parish members, family, friends, and our brothers and sisters from churches throughout the greater Hickory area are warmly invited

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Fr. Paul: priest@archangelgabrielhickory.org / 828-409-4669‬

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