Saints Theodores Greek Orthodox Church, Greek Orthodox church in Townsville, Australia.
Saints Theodores is a Greek Orthodox church in Townsville built from red brick with rounded columns that support arches leading to a choir gallery beneath a central tower. The building combines traditional Orthodox architectural features with local construction methods and materials typical of mid-20th century Queensland.
The foundation stone was laid in March 1947 and construction finished in 1950 under the direction of architects M. Vogiatzoglou and J.G. Rooney. This project reflected the growing Greek Orthodox community in Townsville during the post-war period.
The church serves as a gathering place for the Greek-Australian community to celebrate their heritage through religious observances and family events. These traditions remain an important part of how visitors experience the spiritual life within its walls.
The church is open to visitors during scheduled hours and has dedicated parking available on site. It is best to check opening times in advance, particularly if you wish to attend religious services.
The interior ceiling features a large painting of Christ created by local artist Angelo Manolios. This artwork blends Byzantine tradition with the artistic voice of an Australian of Greek heritage.
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