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    For some, this may be your first visit to the corner of
    East State and Fifth Streets and Sts. Constantine &
    Helen Greek Orthodox Church.  Here is a bit of our
    history.

    Over 90 years ago, a group of Greek families settled in
    Rockford.  In 1918 these families incorporated their
    dreams and established the Church.  Sts. Constantine
    and Helen were chosen as the patron saints and thus
    the name of their church.

    The members purchased the building at 108 Nth Fifth in
    1920.  In 1970 the building was demolished and the
    current building was built in its place.  Although this
    community has its roots in Greece, the current
    parishioners are multi cultural.  Greeks, Lebanese,
    Serbians, Russians, and many others from diverse
    ethnic backgrounds have joined the parish.

    Decades ago, many Greek immigrants came to this
    country in search of “the American Dream”, bringing
    with them a wealth of ethnic traditions and customs.  At
    the center of this culture is their Orthodox faith, where
    food and the most ancient expression of Christianity are
    beautifully intertwined.  To eat good food with family
    and friends is an especially rewording part of ethnic
    identity.

    The city of Rockford and the surrounding communities
    of Northern Illinois and Southern Wisconsin have
    supported the church throughout the years. Now the
    parish wishes to repay this support of the community by
    allocating a portion of the net proceeds of the Greek
    Fest to the Rock River Valley Pantry.  Last year we
    were able to give $3,500 to the pantry.  With your help
    we hope to donate even more.
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Sts. Constantine and Helen
Greek Orthodox Church
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Greek Orthodox Church