Meet Father Gregory
Father Gregory serves Evangelist Luke Orthodox Mission Church as a pastor, teacher, and companion on the journey to Christ. He brings a deep love for Holy Tradition and a personal, approachable spirit to everyone who walks through our doors in Highland, NY.
Meet Father Gregory
Father Gregory serves Evangelist Luke Orthodox Mission Church as a pastor, teacher, and companion on the journey to Christ. He brings a deep love for Holy Tradition and a personal, approachable spirit to everyone who walks through our doors in Highland, NY.
Roots in the Mid-Hudson Valley
Born and raised in the Mid-Hudson Valley, Father Gregory is the third of four children of Angelos (Evangelos) and Angelika Patsis. His parents arrived in the United States on student visas, fell in love with this country, and eventually settled in New Paltz. His father went on to teach chemistry at SUNY New Paltz and chaired the department for many years. Their home life taught Father Gregory to love both America and the faith of their ancestors—an outlook that later shaped his ministry.
A Calling Shaped by Worship and Study
Before seminary, Father Gregory’s home parish was St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Newburgh, where he served on the parish council. He was ordained to the diaconate in 2005 by Bishop Dimitrios of Xanthos and to the priesthood in October 2006 by Metropolitan Nicholas of Detroit (Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America). As a deacon he was blessed to serve liturgies at the Chapel of St. Andrew at the Halki Theological Seminary in Constantinople, at Vatopaidi Monastery on Mount Athos, and in the Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos—experiences that deepened his love for prayer and the life of the Church.
A Calling Shaped by Worship and Study
Before seminary, Father Gregory’s home parish was St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Newburgh, where he served on the parish council. He was ordained to the diaconate in 2005 by Bishop Dimitrios of Xanthos and to the priesthood in October 2006 by Metropolitan Nicholas of Detroit (Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America). As a deacon he was blessed to serve liturgies at the Chapel of St. Andrew at the Halki Theological Seminary in Constantinople, at Vatopaidi Monastery on Mount Athos, and in the Cave of the Apocalypse on Patmos—experiences that deepened his love for prayer and the life of the Church.
Serving the Church, Building a Mission
After serving in several GOA communities, Father Gregory was released in 2017 and received into ROCOR (the Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia) by His Eminence Hilarion, Metropolitan of the Eastern American Diocese and First Hierarch. With that blessing, he set out to establish a mission in the Mid-Hudson Valley: a parish faithful to Holy Tradition, clear in its teaching, and welcoming to all who are seeking Christ.
How He Pastors
Father Gregory’s approach is simple and steady: establish a Christ-centered community, based on prayer, teaching, and forming relationships. Father embraces one’s yearning for Christ, and has a distinct ability to elevate one’s passion for Him. He is accessible before and after services and makes space for one-on-one conversations—whether someone is taking a first step toward Orthodoxy or returning after many years away. His goal is the healing of the human soul in Christ, offered with humility and patience.
How He Pastors
Father Gregory’s approach is simple and steady: establish a Christ-centered community, based on prayer, teaching, and forming relationships. Father embraces one’s yearning for Christ, and has a distinct ability to elevate one’s passion for Him. He is accessible before and after services and makes space for one-on-one conversations—whether someone is taking a first step toward Orthodoxy or returning after many years away. His goal is the healing of the human soul in Christ, offered with humility and patience.
Family Life
Father Gregory is married to Presvytera Alexis, a New Yorker by birth with interests that include classical piano and photography. Together they are blessed with two children, Evangelos and Antonios, whose presence is a joy to their family and to our parish community.
Family Life
Father Gregory is married to Presvytera Alexis, a New Yorker by birth with interests that include classical piano and photography. Together they are blessed with two children, Evangelos and Antonios, whose presence is a joy to their family and to our parish community.
Reach Out to Father
Father Gregory welcomes the opportunity to speak personally with those who are seeking guidance, exploring the Orthodox faith, or discerning their next step.
If you would like to schedule a phone or in-person conversation, please use the form below to share a few times that work for you. This helps us arrange a dedicated time to speak.
For general questions about services, directions, or other practical matters, you are welcome to email us directly at info@elomc.org.
Father Gregory reads every message and will follow up personally.
Connect With Father Gregory
Come and Experience Orthodoxy
Many people begin by visiting a service or learning more about the Orthodox faith at their own pace. You’re welcome to explore before reaching out, or simply come and see
Come and Experience Orthodoxy
Many people begin by visiting a service or learning more about the Orthodox faith at their own pace. You’re welcome to explore before reaching out, or simply come and see