WelcomeThe Holy Protection Cathedral (Melbourne) was founded in July 1949, with the majority of original parishioners migrating from Europe as displaced persons in the aftermath of WWII.
Opening in September 2006 in its current premises in Brunswick East, our church was built brick by brick by volunteers and skilled builders in the community, with funds raised by our parishioners over decades. Today the Holy Protection Cathedral, (abbreviated to Pokrov in Russian), is a vibrant church serving a diverse community. Our services are conducted in both Church Slavonic and English. Read more... Video credits: ‘Gold Leaf Creative’ film 🎥 group
Parish Newsletter & Youtube channelJoin the mailing list to have parish news, events and the timetable of services emailed to you each month.
Scroll down to the end of the home page below to subscribe Click here to subscribe to our YouTube channel. Orthodox StudyFind the weekly sermons from our clergy under "Sermons" on the menu bar. You can also find resources to learn about the rubrics of our Orthodox services and the melodies for the stikhera in each of the eight tones under "Orthodox Study" in "News" on the menu bar.
Sunday night Theology talksEvery second Sunday night, from 7pm, led by Father Nicholas Karipoff. Join the talk online or in person at church.
To join the email list, contact Costa: [email protected] Timetable of ServicesStay in touch with Pokrov |
What's coming up...Congratulations to Mitred Archpriest Nicholas, awarded on March 19,2025
Working Bee Saturday April 5, 9am
Help get the church ready for Pascha. Help is also needed Monday 14 April, 12 pm - 3pm for a light cleaning of the church. Palm Sunday Bouquets ("Verbi")
Thursday April 10, 9am – 10am, hall Come and help make the gorgeous bouquets that we hold for the Palm Sunday services. Bring some long-lasting greenery from your garden so that we can make “living” bouquets. Kulich & Pascha orders open!
Leave your order at the candle stand on Sundays or contact the Sisterhood. Pokrov Chronicle - our parish history.
After three and a half years of solid work by chronicler and parishioner, Alexander Rudakov, this comprehensive history of our parish has been launched to celebrate our 75th anniversary. The book recounts the life of our parish beginning in 1949 to the present day with interviews, anecdotes and photographs. You can purchase a copy from the candle kiosk or bookstore (open on Sundays after the liturgy on the first floor of the hall) or email: [email protected] ![]() Catechism Course
These classes are open to anyone who is interested in Orthodoxy or would like to deepen their Orthodox faith. Dates for early 2025: March 8 & 22, April 5 & 26, May 10 & 24, June 7 & 21 |