About Our Church

Nestled in the heart of Camberwell, South London, St Mary’s Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Nativity of the Mother of God is a beacon of faith, tradition, and community. As the oldest established Greek Orthodox community in South London, our cathedral serves as a spiritual home for those seeking to deepen their faith and participate in the rich traditions of the Eastern Orthodox Church. Join us for worship, cultural events, and educational programs that preserve and celebrate our Orthodox heritage.


Welcome to Our Cathedral

Our vision and mission is to help connect people to faith

For generations, St Mary’s Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Nativity of the Mother of God has been a pillar of faith, heritage, and community in South London. Established to serve the growing Orthodox Christian population, our cathedral remains a place of spiritual refuge, cultural preservation, and communal support.

We welcome Orthodox Christians from all backgrounds, as well as those interested in learning more about our faith. Through our liturgical services, Greek school, community initiatives, and charitable work, we aim to nurture faith, foster connections, and build a legacy for future generations.

Our Faith & Mission

As part of the Archdiocese of Great Britain and Thyateira, under the spiritual guidance of His Eminence Archbishop Nikitas, our mission is to:

✔ Provide a sacred space for prayer, worship, and the sacraments.

✔ Preserve and promote Greek Orthodox traditions through education and cultural programs.

✔ Serve the wider community through outreach, charity, and pastoral care.

We are honored to host major church events, including the Clergy Conference and the Christian Orthodox Thyateira Youth (COTY) Lenten Retreat, bringing together Orthodox faithful from across the UK.

Our Team

Ladies' Committee

‘Ai Myroforai’

(The Myrrh-Bearing Women)

Worship Times

Events

Youth & Kids

Bishop Christophoros

School of Greek Language and Culture

Projects

Who We Are

Our Team & Leadership

At St Mary’s Greek Orthodox Cathedral, our leadership team and dedicated committees work tirelessly to uphold the mission of our parish. Under the spiritual guidance of Archimandrite Christodoulos Persopoulos, our clergy, parish council, and volunteers come together to foster a strong and welcoming Orthodox community. From organising liturgical services and educational programs to coordinating charitable initiatives and cultural events, each member plays a vital role in the life of our cathedral. Our ‘Ai Myroforai’ Ladies’ Committee leads many of our outreach and fundraising efforts, ensuring that faith, tradition, and service remain at the heart of everything we do. United by devotion and a shared commitment, our team strives to serve both our congregation and the wider community with love and compassion.

Our Father: Christodoulos Persopoulos

Our Father: Christodoulos Persopoulos

Father

Archimandrite Christodoulos Persopoulos serves as the dedicated priest of St Mary’s Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Nativity of the Mother of God in Camberwell, South London. With deep faith and unwavering commitment, he leads the parish in worship, spiritual guidance, and community outreach. Under his leadership, the cathedral continues to thrive as a centre of Orthodox faith, tradition, and fellowship. His pastoral care, wisdom, and devotion to the Church inspire both the congregation and the wider community.

Josie Jeffery

Josie Jeffery

Youth Director

Kayley Shelton

Kayley Shelton

Worship Leader

Elinor Key

Elinor Key

Production Director

Roy Hirst

Roy Hirst

Live Groups Leader

Guy Glenn

Guy Glenn

Administrative Assistant

Che Dawe

Che Dawe

Associate Pastor

Yanis Barrow

Yanis Barrow

Communications Director

Carter Monroe

Carter Monroe

Creative Director