St. Paul Greek Orthodox Cathedral — Attraction in Town of Hempstead

The first time I attended St. Paul's was at their yearly festival. I enjoyed the food, loved the warmth of the people and how beautiful the church is. Recently I moved into the neighborhood & have begun attending the services. Walking into St. Paul's feels much like going home because the church reflects the love and care the Parishioners have for it. As a convert to the Orthodox faith it is important for me to feel I am truly welcomed when I walk into a church of my faith and at St. Paul's I wholeheartedly do. I thank our most loved St. Paul for guiding me into his loving arms and revealing what a hidden jewel his community in...

Beautiful church. There is a wonderful sense of reverence when you enter this Holy place. The perfect spot for prayer that is open during weekdays and a schedule of weekend public prayer services. You must be Greek ortho to receive communion so refrain if you aren't. Call ahead first. Miracle of the tearing icon is located to the left of the steps of the altar. Nearby is a miraculous statue of Our Lady of Sorrow at the Polish Catholic church just a few miles from here that continues to exhude oil at st ladislaus hempstead...

The Greek Orthodox Cathedral of Saint Paul is truly a holy house of worship for Orthodox Christians to come and worship. One starts to get the warm feeling of comfort and welcome even before entering the Narthax. The history of Saint Paul's Cathedral from it's founding in 1945 to the present is truly remarkable. From the unique Byzantine mosaic work covering most of the interior of the church to the Shrine of the tearing Panagia one cannot help but feel the presence and love...