
Quick Facts
Founded
Williamsburg Greek Orthodox parish
Denomination
Eastern Orthodox
Service Times
Divine Liturgy Sundays; (757) 220-0994
Men's Ministry
No
Kids Ministry
Yes
Pastor Credentials
Greek Orthodox ordained

10-Point Theological Scorecard
Christology
Is Jesus the only way? (John 14:6)
Orthodox Trinitarian; affirms Apostles/Nicene Creed.
Strong
Scripture
Inerrancy affirmed? Final authority?
Scripture + Holy Tradition co-authoritative.
Caution
Men's Discipleship
Intentional formation for men?
Parish brotherhoods standard.
Caution
Soteriology
Faith alone? How is salvation presented?
Eastern Orthodox theosis with synergism — not sola fide.
WARNING!
Gender / Biblical Design
Biblical manhood and womanhood by God's design — patriarchal, complementarian, egalitarian, or affirming gender ideology?
Male-only priests; Theotokos/icon veneration.

Male-only priesthood; Theotokos/icon veneration.
Caution
Leadership Structure
Male elders/pastors? Accountability?
Apostolic succession; Greek Orthodox Metropolis of New Jersey under GOARCH (r28 verified).
Strong
Preaching Style
Expository or topical/therapeutic?
Liturgical homily cycle.
Caution
Mission Clarity
Great Commission central?
Williamsburg Greek Orthodox parish.
Caution
Cultural Alignment
DEI/CRT language? Social justice crowding out gospel?
Greek Orthodox jurisdiction.
Caution
Accountability Structure
Denominational home, elder plurality, or external network — is the pastor answerable to anyone?
Real oversight — Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America (Metropolis of New Jersey).
Strong

Assessment
St. Demetrios is the Greek Orthodox parish of Williamsburg under Fr. Gianulis. Historic saint patron (St. Demetrios of Thessaloniki, 4th-century martyr). Eastern Orthodox theosis soteriology remains red-flag vs. sola fide.
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Last reviewed:
2026-05-16
— Annual review recommended