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Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church

, Bethel, AK 99559

About Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church


Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church is a Orthodox parish located at Bethel, AK, 99559. The Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church parish office answers at +19075433926.

Patron saint of Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church


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Where is Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church located?


Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church is located at Bethel, AK, 99559. The building sits at coordinates 60.77639, -161.88343, placing it in Bethel, AK 99559.

Location is approximate — drawn from the public street address.

The neighborhood around Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church


The ZIP code 99559 area around Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church is home to 7,465 residents with a median household income of $94,313 and a median age of 29.6 years, according to the US Census Bureau's 2022 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

7,465 Residents in ZIP 99559
29.6 Median age
$94,313 Median household income

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

What to expect at a service at Saint Sophia Russian 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.

Questions and answers about Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church


What denomination is Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church?
This parish is part of the Orthodox tradition.
Where is Saint Sophia Russian Orthodox Church located?
The parish is located at Bethel, AK, 99559.

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