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St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church

2418 WEST SWANN AVENUE, Tampa, FL 33609
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4.9 · 87 Google reviews

About St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church


St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church is a Orthodox Church in Tampa, Florida located at 2418 W Swann Ave, Tampa, FL 33609. As of April 2026, St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church holds a 4.9-star rating across 87 Google reviews. The St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church parish office answers at (813) 876-8830.

Patron saint of St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church


Saint John the Baptist

John, Apostle & Evangelist

Feast day: Dec 27

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From Wikipedia

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St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral is a Greek Orthodox parish and Greek-American cultural center in Tarpon Springs, Florida. Its Neo-Byzantine church is located at 36 North Pinellas Avenue.

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When does St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church hold services?


St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church publishes the following weekly hours: Thursday 10 AM–4 PM, Friday 10 AM–4 PM, Saturday 8:30 AM–12:30 PM, Sunday 8:30 AM–12:30 PM, Monday 10 AM–4 PM, Tuesday 10 AM–4 PM, Wednesday 10 AM–4 PM. All times are local to Tampa, FL.

Thursday
10 AM–4 PM
Friday
10 AM–4 PM
Saturday
8:30 AM–12:30 PM
Sunday
8:30 AM–12:30 PM
Monday
10 AM–4 PM
Tuesday
10 AM–4 PM
Wednesday
10 AM–4 PM

Where is St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church located?


St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church is located at 2418 W Swann Ave, Tampa, FL 33609. The building sits at coordinates 27.93694, -82.48460, placing it in Tampa, FL 33609.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

Nearby places drawn from OpenStreetMap, Apr 23, 2026.

The neighborhood around St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church


The ZIP code 33609 area around St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church is home to 18,411 residents with a median household income of $105,761 and a median age of 39.0 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

18,411 Residents in ZIP 33609
39.0 Median age
$105,761 Median household income

US Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2022 five-year estimates.

What to expect at a service at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church


Orthodox Christians worship through the Divine Liturgy, which traces back to the 4th century and is still sung today.

  • The Liturgy runs 1.5–2 hours. Much of it is sung by the choir; the congregation stands for much of the service.
  • You may see incense, icons, and vestments in vivid colors changed for each liturgical season.
  • Communion is reserved for Orthodox Christians who have prepared through confession and fasting.

Generalized notes for first-time visitors. Individual parishes vary — when in doubt, ask a greeter at the door.

Quiet time to visit: A weekday mid-morning visit — roughly 10:30 AM on Thursday — is usually the quietest time for personal prayer or a look inside.

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Your Sunday at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church


Service window 8:30 AM–12:30 PM
Nearest transit Swann Avenue @ Moody Avenue · 157 ft
Coffee after Koto Japanese Steakhouse · 883 ft

St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church by the numbers


87 Google reviews to date
Byzantine Revival architecture Architectural tradition

Questions and answers about St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church


What denomination is St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church?
This parish is part of the Orthodox tradition.
What are the service times at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church?
Published hours: Thursday 10 AM–4 PM, Friday 10 AM–4 PM, Saturday 8:30 AM–12:30 PM, Sunday 8:30 AM–12:30 PM, Monday 10 AM–4 PM, Tuesday 10 AM–4 PM, Wednesday 10 AM–4 PM
What is the phone number for St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church?
You can reach the parish at (813) 876-8830.
Where is St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church located?
The parish is located at 2418 W Swann Ave, Tampa, FL 33609.
Who is the patron saint of St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church?
Saint John the Baptist (John, Apostle & Evangelist). Feast day: Dec 27.
How do visitors rate St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church?
4.9 out of 5 stars, based on 87 Google reviews.
What is the architecture of St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church?
St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church is a Byzantine Revival architecture building.
Is St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church the official parish listing?
This listing is compiled from public Google Business data and has not yet been claimed by the parish. If you represent St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church, you can claim the listing to edit hours, photos, and announcements.

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