All of them were founded during the last 10 years, indicating a growing interest in Orthodox Monasticism. We also know how monasteries helped the Greek nation during the 400 years of Turkish occupation and preserved our faith, language and traditions. The fact that monasticism is now growing in the States as well is something special for all of us and bring us even closer to the faith and traditions of our Fathers. The addresses, telephone numbers and driving directions from Durham are given below. Please, contact the monasteries before visiting.
Appropriate dressing is required for a visit.
Facilities are still limited since both monasteries started last October. However, the generous hospitality compensates for that. All monks and nuns speak both Greek and English. Services are all in Greek and are held regularly according to the Athonite Typicon of Mount Athos. Services are all in Greek.