Welcome to Theotokos "Unexpected Joy" Orthodox Church!
We are a mission of the Orthodox Church in America, located in Ash Grove, a small town about 20 miles from Springfield, in southwest Missouri.

Our membership is multi-ethnic, with many converts to Orthodoxy. We follow the Old (Julian) Calendar, and all services are in English.

Please use this website to find out more about Orthodoxy, and about our life at Unexpected Joy. Feel free to contact our pastor, Fr. Moses Berry,at (417) 751-9753 or 417 880-1378, if you've got questions.

Come join us in worship-and share the beauty of our life in Christ!

The 2nd Annual American Heritage Music Festival was a great success, Glory to God!
Hundreds people came to enjoy the food, music, and hospitality throughout the day. We raised some money for the Ozarks Afro-American Heritage Museum  and had a wonderful time.

Check out the slideshow on the Festival page.

Thanks to all who contributed their time and effort!