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Welcome to SMOC
A place to grow in faith and friendship
We’re a warm and growing Orthodox Christian community in Melbourne, Australia, sharing
the ancient faith of Christ in today’s world.
Whether you’re exploring Christianity, returning to church, or looking for a place to belong, you’re welcome here.
We’re a warm and growing Orthodox Christian community in Melbourne, Australia, sharing
the ancient faith of Christ in today’s world.
Whether you’re exploring Christianity, returning to church, or looking for a place to belong, you’re welcome here.
About Us
About Us
We’re part of the worldwide Coptic Orthodox Christian Church, continuing a living faith that began with Christ and His Apostles.
We are affiliated with the Coptic Orthodox Church which was
founded around 42–43 A.D. in Alexandria, Egypt, by Saint Mark the Evangelist, who is
also the author of the second Gospel. This makes it one of the earliest Christian churches.
Our mission is to make Orthodox Christianity available to people of all backgrounds, so
everyone can encounter God, support one another, and grow together in faith. Here we
welcome everyone seeking to experience the depth and beauty of the Orthodox faith.
Worship and Services
Worship and Services
Experience orthodox worship that connects heaven and earth.
Our worship is ancient, beautiful, and filled with prayer and song that lift the heart to God.
Services are in English and open to everyone — whether you’ve attended Orthodox
worship before or are visiting for the first time.
Service schedule
Service schedule
Vespers: TBA
Matins: Sunday 8.30 a.m.
Divine Liturgy: Sunday 9.00 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Fellowship Brunch: 11 a.m. to 12.00 p.m.
Community and Fellowship
Community and Fellowship
Faith, Fellowship, and Everyday Life
Church life goes beyond Sunday. We share meals, celebrate feast days, study the
Scriptures, serve our neighbours, and support one another in daily life. There’s a place for
everyone — families, singles, young people, and newcomers alike.
Worship and Services
Worship and Services
Experience orthodox worship that connects heaven and earth.
Our worship is ancient, beautiful, and filled with prayer and song that lift the heart to God.
Services are in English and open to everyone — whether you’ve attended Orthodox
worship before or are visiting for the first time.
“Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
“Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
Matthew 11:28
Matthew 11:28
Discover the Orthodox Faith
Discover the Orthodox Faith
Curious about Christianity and the Orthodox Church?
Curious about Christianity and the Orthodox Church?
Orthodox Christianity is the original expression of the Christian faith, and is the ancient
faith of the Apostles, preserved through centuries of living tradition.
It offers a profound spiritual path that focuses on transforming the heart through prayer
and love.
If you’re new to Orthodoxy, we’d love to walk with you and answer your questions.
Join us for our free 6 week program
Join us for our free 6 week program
Session 1: Is the Bible the inspired Word of God?
Session 2: Foundations of the Orthodox Christian Faith
Session 3: The origins and nature of humanity
Session 4: Salvation in the Orthodox context
Session 5: Sacraments (Baptism, Eucharist, Communion)
Session 6: An introduction to Church history
To inquire when we are running our next program and to register, please email: info@smoc.au
“May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God the Father,
“May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God the Father,
and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you.”
and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you.”
Do you have a Question about Christian Orthodoxy?
Do you have a Question about Christian Orthodoxy?
Whether you are exploring the faith or simply seeking clarity, you are welcome to ask your questions here, and receive a personal response from one of our Orthodox Christian Deacons.
In service to our Lord Jesus Christ,
Deacon Ignatius.
send us an email on info@smoc.au
Visit us
Visit us
We’d love to meet you in person! Come join us for worship, coffee, or conversation. You’ll
find friendly faces, good food, and a community that’s eager to welcome you.
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