American Orthodox

Unearth the spiritual heritage of America in American Orthodox. Travel to California’s coastal Fort Ross, where an icon mysteriously washed ashore, sparking a legacy of faith. Encounter St. Peter the Aleut, a Native American saint who courageously planted the seeds of Orthodoxy and gave his life as a martyr. Through the lives of early saints, this evocative series reveals the hidden stories and sacred connections that continue to shape America’s spiritual landscape. American Orthodox documentary film is exploration of the roots of Orthodoxy in America, from the saints of Fort Ross to modern-day miracles, icons, and monasteries, weaving together stories of transformation, faith, and sacred places. The film focuses on the extraordinary story of Saint Peter the Aleut, a Native American martyr whose story ties the arrival of Orthodoxy in America to present-day spiritual transformations. Historian Robin Wellman’s discovery of St. Peter’s icon on the shores of Fort Ross serves as a catalyst, leading her and viewers into the rich history of saints like St. Innocent, St. Tikhon, St. Sebastian of Jackson, and St. John of San Francisco. Each saint’s missionary journey and miracles help shape Orthodoxy’s influence in America.