As important as he was to St. Anthony’s, he was also revered and beloved throughout the archdiocese and beyond.  He earned a Doctorate in Theology, was a professor at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, Massachusetts and at St. Vladimir’s Orthodox Seminary in Crestwood, New York. He wrote or edited eleven books on Orthodox Theology, and his articles were featured in many publications.  He served the archdiocese in a number of positions: Director of Theological and Pastoral Education, Vicar General, Co-Editor of The Word magazine, and National Chaplain for the Order of St. Ignatius of Antioch.  He was the Founder and Director of the Antiochian House of Studies/St. Stephen's Course in Applied Orthodox Theology.  

 

In 2019, Father Joe took on a new mantle as St. Anthony's first Pastor Emeritus. It allowed him to use his knowledge and wisdom in an advisory role, while still staying very active in the parish until his passing in 2020.