Saint Nicholas Church at WTC Will Finally Be Rebuilt

The Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church, which was destroyed on September 11, 2001 when it was crushed under the falling Twin Towers, is finally going to be rebuilt. A ground blessing ceremony is scheduled to be held on Saturday, October 18th.

The small Greek Orthodox Church was established in 1916. Because it was the only house of worship that was destroyed on September 11th, 2001, the new design will also include a National Shrine close by overlooking the 9/11 Memorial.

In fact the new design, by Spanish architect Santiago Calatrava, will have a modern Byzantine style, including a dome but will at the same time fit in with the steel and glass structures of the surrounding area. The upper floors will also include a non-denominational bereavement space that will be open to all.

The Archbishop of America Demetrios is expected to preside at the ground blessing ceremony with the participation of the hierarchies of the Holy Eparchial Synod of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.