About Us
As a vibrant parish in the Eparchy of Chicago, St. Sophia Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church welcomes parishioners, visitors, and friends. Our church is dedicated to providing spiritual services, support, and education to all those who seek it. "Come and see!"
Join us for our services, as we strive to deepen our faith and serve God with all our hearts.
OUR CHURCH
St. Sophia Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church is a parish of the Ukrainian Catholic Eparchy of Chicago, which is part of the Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church (UGCC). UGCC is in full and visible communion with the See of Rome. With more than 5.5 million faithful, it is the largest of all twenty-three Eastern Catholic Churches in the global Catholic community, second in number only to the Latin (Roman Catholic) Rite Church. The UGCC is headed by the Major Archbishop of Kyiv and Halych, His Beatitude Patriarch Sviatoslav (Shevchuk).
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We believe in the power of prayer, worship, and service to transform our lives and the world around us. Our goal is to be a beacon of hope and love in our community, and to share the message of Christ's love and salvation with all those we encounter.
CLERGY
The amazing team of Rev. Pavlo Popov, Rev. Frank Avant, Rev. Dn. John Novocilsky and Rev. Dn. Kostiantyn Popov works tirelessly to celebrate the Divine Liturgy, administer the sacraments, and provide pastoral care to parishioners and visitors. The clergy of the St. Sophia Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church play a vital role in preserving the church's unique traditions, fostering spiritual growth among the faithful, and serving the community.
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WHAT WE DO
Our parish has a rich history and tradition of serving the community of faithful in DFW metroplex. As part of the ancient Church of Kyiv, St. Sophia Parish strives to preserve its Byzantine liturgical, theological, and spiritual heritage.
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St. Sophia Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church offers a variety of liturgical services throughout the year, including weekly Liturgies, Liturgies on solemn feast days and holy days of obligation, Vespers and Matins.
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Baptism, Chrismation, and Eucharist: Please notify the pastor when a child is born so that dates for the proper prayers and blessings, other than baptism, can be arranged. Call the pastor at 972-370-4700 to make arrangements.
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Marriage: Please notify the pastor at least six months before the anticipated date to allow for adequate preparation for this lifetime commitment.
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Visiting the Sick: Please notify the pastor at 972-370-4700 if a family member is in the hospital or unable to attend services due to illness and would like a visit. It is the responsibility of the immediate family to notify the pastor.
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Funerals: Please Contact the parish office at 972-370-4700 before making arrangements with the funeral director.
OUR PARISH
At St. Sophia Ukrainian Catholic Church, we are more than just a community of believers - we are a family. We strive to create a welcoming environment in which every member of our Parish community feels valued and loved. Whether you are a long-time member of our parish or a first-time visitor, we invite you to come and experience the beauty of our Liturgy, and the warmth and fellowship of our community.