Greek Orthodox Church of St. Paul

I try to go every year to there feast. I see some people I know there from when I had a business and it’s nice to get together. The church is something all should see they have beautiful mosiaque tiles with lots of detail work

This is a beautiful Greek church and community in Hempstead Village that consists of over 1,000 greek families in the surrounding area. Each year they have an annual festival usually around the end of May/​beginning of June (For 2016 it will be the first weekend in June according to the website). For me, it’s one of the tell tale signs that summer has started when I hear the festival off in the distance.
The festival celebrates many aspects of Greek culture with many of the community generously donating their time, money, products and services to put together quite an impressive weekend. There are plenty of excellent Greek food to be had with many stands — Taverna, Gyro & Souvlaki, Traditional Cypriot dishes, Café, Wine & beer with Meze. There is the Agora — the market where many goods and services are available that emulate the market place in Athens. An indoor flea market is available as well. They also have carnival games and rides.
The festival also has support from celebrities who also donate their time and notoriety to support this church and community. In 2015 I saw Michael Psilakis of MP Taverna, Fishtag, Kefi — his restaurants present traditional Greek Taverna and Seafood dishes in a refined casual environment that have taken the NY Area by storm in recent years. Also signing copies of her book was Kathy Wakile (of NJ Housewives fame) along with her husband, Richie. Also Criss Angel, the magician was scheduled, but I was not there to see him.
As you can read, this is a great festival that is «fun for the whole family». It’s a great way to start your summer and spend a weekend enjoying the music, cuisine and traditions of the Greek culture!

Beautiful, beautiful church! I love going to the Greek festival each year and always make a point to visit the church. Attend the Greek festival, it’s awesome, and they guided tours of the church which teach you about the mosaic work, the scenes depicted in the art, and my favorite; the tearing icon!

While nice from the outside, this joint is off the proverbial hook inside. Visited pre-​festival and gawked at the grand mosaics with the grand… parents. Nailed it.

The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of St. Paul is my home parish. I’ve grown up in this parish and I love it with all my heart. It is a beautiful Cathedral with mosaic adorned walls and marble floors. I can go on forever about my church.
St. Paul’s has Orthros and Divine Liturgy every Sunday throughout the year. They also hold various weekday liturgies depending on the Feast or Saint that is commemorated.
St. Paul’s is the Cathedral of Long Island as made official by His Eminence Archbishop Iakovos of Blessed Memory.

This place is beautiful.
Now I know a lot of you are reading this and going, «Why is SHE reviewing a church?» Well, it’s simple. I’ve gone here for Easter Mass (which is gorgeous because there’s no light except for the candles that eventually all get lit around the church) and I go every year for the feast they throw in early summer. I’ve heard it’s the most expensive greek orthodox church in the nation, but someone needs to find that out for a fact and get back to me. Go there just for the feast or try to go inside during one of the tours.