Clergy
Father Habib Ghantous
Father Habib Ghantous has served the Antiochian Orthodox Church with devotion, humility, and pastoral love for nearly two decades. Ordained to the Holy Priesthood in 2005, Father Habib spent many years, offering liturgical services, preaching and ministering to the faithful during the weekends and evenings while simultaneously working full time in the corperate sector. In 2025, he answered the calling to serve full time in parish ministry at Saint George Orthodox Church in Terre Haute, Indiana. His ministry is rooted in humility, compassion, and a deep commitment to the spiritual wellbeing of the faithful. Fr. Habib is known for his heartfelt preaching, his pastoral presence during times of joy and sorrow and his desire to help every person grow closer to Christ. He is especially dedicated to strengthening parish life through teaching the Faith, visiting the sick and homebound, guiding families, and fostering unity within the community.
Before entering full-time ministry, Fr. Habib spent more than three decades in program and project management, leading international teams and developing skills in organization, service, and mentorship. These experiences now support his ministry, helping him guide the parish with clarity, steadiness, and care.
Fr. Habib is a devoted husband to Khourieh Norma and a proud Father to three sons. He is grateful for the privilege of serving the people of Saint George and walking with them on the path of faith, hope and love in Christ.
Rev. Archdeacon Elias Corey
Rev. Archdeacon Elias Corey was born in Terre Haute, Indiana to Alexander and Jamily (Haddid/Shaheen) Corey. Lou or Louis as he is known in his secular life, married Denise Marie Deacon of Parma, Ohio. They met at a Parish Life Conference held in Akron, Ohio in 1977. He continued his education at Indiana State University and later operated retail businesses in Terre Haute, ultimately opening Mister Corey’s Fine Footware. He sang as a life member of the Saint George Choir until he was asked to assist at the chanter’s stand and was guided toward ordination. In 1986, Lou was ordained to the Holy Diaconate by His Emminence, Archbishop Michael (Shaheen) of Toledo, Ohio. On Bright Thursday, April 18, 2018, he was elevated to the rank of Protodeacon by His Grace, Bishop Anthony of Toledo during a hierarchal visit, honoring his decades of dedicated service.
Subdeacon Gary Watts
Subdeacon Gary Watts grew up in Pickerington, Ohio. Throughout his early life, he was an active member of the local Catholic church. In 2012 Sdn. Gary first encountered Orthodoxy while lodging at a monastery on a medical mission trip in Romania. After a period of catechism, he was chrismated in December 2015 and joined Saint George in Terre Haute, Indiana. He attended a Becoming Truly Human workshop at Saint George in Fishers, Indiana in 2017 on behalf of Saint George in Terre Haute and was appointed to the Parish Council in 2020. In 2024 Sdn. Gary was accepted to the Saint Stephen’s Certificate program through the Antiochian House of Studies. He was ordained to the subdeaconate on March 1st, 2026 by Bishop John at Saint George in Fishers. Outside of church life, Sdn. Gary enjoys spending time with his wife, Adelle, and his daughters Aria and Lilly. He also enjoys music and jogging.
