When the time came to choose a name for the Greek Orthodox
Church of Weirton, nearly everyone had a suggestion - a favorite Saint
from their homeland or island in whose honor the Church should be named.
The Greek community of Weirton included people from Palea Fokea, Smyrna,
Asia Minor; Rhodes; Crete; Chios; Kardamila; Cyprus; and other Mediterranean
areas around Greece. No one would give up their choice, a typical reaction
of the proud and independent Greeks.
Finally, in desperation, a compromise was reached and a decision made. No one
Saint would be honored above any other, rather, all would be equally revered
by the people of Weirton. Hence, the name “All Saints” was happily
agreed upon by all. Because the Church has received the blessings of every Saint
in Heaven by virtue of its name, it has flourished and grown.