In October 2007, Fr. Spiridon Vandoros introduced the concept of a new chapel at the Regina Funeral Home and Cemetery to the Community Council. There was a pressing need for a space where the Greek Orthodox faithful could seek shelter from the elements — a sacred place to light candles and offer prayers for their departed loved ones.

This initiative led to the General Assembly Meeting on January 4, 2010, where it was decided to purchase 20 additional plots south of the chapel. This acquisition was essential for relocating the chapel and expanding the Greek Orthodox Cemetery.

By 2013, our plans were solidified, and the foundation for the chapel was laid, with a blessing ceremony taking place on July 21, 2013. Construction commenced shortly thereafter and continued throughout 2014. The interior was completed in the spring and summer of 2015, culminating in the renaming of the garden to St. Paul’s Greek Orthodox Garden. We extend our gratitude to Regina Funeral Home and Cemetery for installing the new sign at the northwest corner of the garden and for their ongoing support of this project.

The first official services and Door Opening (θυρανοίξια) were celebrated on September 5 and 6, 2015, with Vespers and Divine Liturgy officiated by Archbishop Sotirios. The interior was further adorned with iconography, an altar screen, and a candle area, completed on September 28, 2019.

This remarkable achievement would not have been possible without the generous donations from our parishioners and the dedicated efforts of Fr. Spiridon Vandoros and many volunteers.

We commemorate the Feast Day of the church every year on September 6th, honoring the Miracle of Archangel Michael in Colossae (Chonae).