PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. — The Greek Orthodox Church is known for its traditions and rich history dating back to the apostles. It’s not the kind of thing leaders in the church have known to be a huge draw for the younger generation who didn’t grow up in the church, but lately it has been.

Is it the gold-plated dome, the beauty inside covering the walls or the traditions that are bringing young people like David Guerrero to the Greek Orthodox church?

What You Need To Know • The Greek Orthodox Church is known for its traditions and rich history dating back to the apostles • The increase in membership is happening in Greek Orthodox churches all over the Bay area, according to Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church priest Father Jim Paris • A Pew Research poll shows a slight increase for men

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