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A note from Father Emmanuel
On the coming liturgical season and the life of the parish in the year ahead.
North Carlton · Since 1968
Behold the Lamb of God.
The Holy Church of St John the Forerunner & Baptist — a Greek Orthodox parish on Lygon Street, keeping the ancient faith in the heart of Melbourne.
A Word of Welcome
Whoever you are, wherever you are on the road —
there is a place for you here.
Orthodox Christianity is not first a set of ideas, but a life — the life of Christ, shared with His friends through the centuries. We keep the faith of the Apostles in worship that is ancient, beautiful, and very much alive.
Come early, stay late, ask questions. You will be welcomed.
Our ParishHoly Week & Pascha 2026
Upcoming Services
Holy SaturdaySaturday 11 April
MorningDivine Liturgy6:00 — 7:30 AM
Late EveningOrthros of the Resurrection11:00 PM
MidnightService of the Holy Resurrection & Divine Liturgy12:00 AM
The Life of the Parish
An ancient faith, a living community.
From the Parish
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Holy Week & Pascha schedule
The full programme for Great and Holy Week, in Greek and English.
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Philoptochos: how to help
Our sisterhood serves the parish, the city, and those in need.