Metropolis Calendar
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May 4 |
Kids ‘n Cancer Fundraising Event |
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May 5-7 |
Holy Synod Meetings |
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May 12 |
Christian Education Webinar |
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May 23-26 |
Spring Young Adult Conference |
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May 23-26 |
Spring Family Camp |
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May 23-26 |
Metropolis Oratorical Festival |
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June 7 |
Metropolis Council Meeting |
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June 7-8 |
100th Anniversary of the Greek Orthodox Church in Los Angeles |
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June 15 |
Pentectost |
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June 26-29 |
Metropolis Church Music Federation Summer Conference |
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June 29 |
Year of St. Paul Celebration |
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July 6-12 |
Summer Camp – Session I |
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July 13-19 |
Summer Camp – Session II |
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July 20-26 |
Summer Camp – Session III |
Welcome to the Metropolis of San Francisco!
We are a vibrant and dynamic region serving the Greek Orthodox faithful in the western United States. I encourage you to visit our website regularly for the latest information on our many programs and ministries. May you be blessed with "every good and perfect gift from above" (James 1:17), and may all our work in the vineyard of the Lord glorify His name!
Current News & Event Listings
Youth Retreats Held in Arizona, California
The Metropolis of San Francisco Youth and Family Ministries Office held two regional Lenten Retreats for those in middle school and high school. The theme for both retreats was “Survivor: Escape the iLAND.” The first was held for the Arizona region in Prescott, AZ Read more...
2009 Folk Dance Festival Seeks Management Team Applicants
The 2009 Folk Dance and Choral Festival (FDF) will be held President's Day Weekend, February 12 - 15 in Ontario, California. Dance and Choral groups from throughout the Archdiocese are invited and encouraged to participate in this weekend which celebrates our Orthodox faith and Hellenic heritage. Read more...
Christian Education Webinar "The Bible in the Orthodox Church"
Many Orthodox incorrectly believe that since Holy Tradition plays such an important role in our Faith, the Bible is somehow secondary. Tune in on May 12th to find out exactly how the Orthodox Church understands the importance of Holy Scripture with one of our Church's most-gifted teachers, Father Steven Tsichlis. Read more...
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE FOR HIS EMINENCE METROPOLITAN GERASIMOS
His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco will be traveling to Las Vegas, NV, Central California, and the San Francisco Bay Area to celebrate Holy Week Services. Metropolitan Gerasimos will begin the weeklong trip at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church in Las Vegas, NV where he will celebrate the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy Read more...
2009 Folk Dance Festival Seeks Management Team Applicants
The 2009 Folk Dance and Choral Festival (FDF) will be held President’s Day Weekend, February 12 – 15 in Ontario, California. Dance and Choral groups from throughout the Archdiocese are Read more...
Father Aris P. Metrakos Appointed as Proistamenos at Holy Trinity - San Francisco
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco announces the appointment of Father Ari Metrakos as the new Proistamenos of Holy Trinity Church in San Francisco. Read more...
2007 Annual Report to His Eminence Archbishop Demitrios
The administrative work of the Church is never completed or finished. The nature of administration is one of on-going process and commitment. With that being said, the Metropolis of San Francisco is realizing a new vision of ministry. On a daily basis, the Metropolis administers issues involving clergy and their families, and seeks to ensure effective Read more...
Metropolis of San Francisco Summer Camp 2008- Generation XC, Hope for a New Generation
It’s time to start thinking about summer plans for your kids, and there is no better place than Summer Camp at St. Nicholas Ranch in Dunlap, CA, sponsored by the Metropolis of San Francisco. There's no question that camps and retreats have continually proven to be a positive and life-transforming experience that strengthens the faith of all those who participate. Read more...
Metropolis of San Francisco Clergy-Laity Draws Record Attendance
DUNLAP, CA – “The Parish as Eucharistic Center” was the theme of the annual Metropolis of San Francisco Clergy-Laity Assembly held at the St. Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center in late February. A record number of delegates, over 175, from parishes throughout Alaska, Arizona, California... Read more...
Counselors Needed for Metropolis of San Francisco Summer Camp 2008
Even though summer is a few months away, it will be here before you know it. If you're still making plans for the month of July, you are encouraged to consider being a counselor at the Metropolis of San Francisco Summer Camp at St. Nicholas Ranch in Dunlap, California. One of the most meaningful experiences one can have... Read more...
Celebration of Family Golf Tournament Features LPGA Star Nicole Dalkas Castrale
MISSION VIEJO, CA – The first “Celebration of the Family” golf tournament was held on January 25, 2008 at the Arroyo Trabuco Golf Club in Mission Viejo, California. The tournament was chaired by Tony Dalkas, whose daughter Nicole Dalkas Castrale is on the LPGA tour. Dalkas’ son, Peter..... Read more...
"Living and Teaching in the Word"- A Religious Education Workshop on Saturday, March 22, 2008 at St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church in Irvine
The Metropolis of San Francisco Department of Christian Education and Religious Formation is pleased to announce an all-day workshop “Living and Teaching in the Word”, on Saturday, March 22, 2008 at St. Paul Greek Orthodox Church in Irvine. Read more...
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