Parish Timeline

Discover the milestones and blessings that led to the founding of our Orthodox Old Rite Mission

Our Journey

Discover the path that led to the establishment of our Orthodox Old Rite Mission under ROCOR.

August 2025

Non profit status has been approved by IRS.

We are now officially recognized as a none profit 501c3 and may begin collecting funds for the future church property.

May 2025

Awaiting Approval of Non-Profit Status

We have filed and are awaiting appoval from IRS for 501c3 non profit status.

April 2025

State Approval of Corporation

State has approved and we are officially registered as Russian Orthodox Church of the Nativity of the Mother of God.

March 2025

Corporation Formation

Filed for corporation, Nativity of the Mother of God. Group has chosen the officers for the Corporation.

February 2025

Community Formation

Group has formed and a small community has been established. As of now, Vespers is Saturday at 5:00 PM and Hours and Liturgy begin at 8:30 AM Sunday morning. Location is at Fr Nikita's House. Contact Fr Nikita if you would like to see a service: (503) 910-2992

January 2025

Episcopal Blessing

Received blessing from his eminence, Bishop John of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia, to establish the Old-Rite mission in Woodburn Oregon dedicated to the Nativity of the Mother of God