Summer Camp at Saint Nicholas Ranch is the most popular program offered by the Office of Youth and Youth Adult Ministries for the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco. Campers and staff enjoy this transformative ministry in the beautiful setting of the Ranch, growing closer to Christ, building lasting friendships, and expanding their horizons through fun and interactive programs. Our Metropolis Summer Camp offers a dynamic, faith-based program for youth ages 8-18, focused on fostering spiritual growth, community, and fun in a supportive and engaging environment.
Registration is ongoing and space is limited, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to participate in this fantastic experience.
https://sanfran.goarch.org/events/summer-camp-2026-session-2?date=2026-07-12... show moreSession 2: July 12 – 18
Summer Camp at Saint Nicholas Ranch is the most popular program offered by the Office of Youth and Youth Adult Ministries for the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco. Campers and staff enjoy this transformative ministry in the beautiful setting of the Ranch, growing closer to Christ, building lasting friendships, and expanding their horizons through fun and interactive programs. Our Metropolis Summer Camp offers a dynamic, faith-based program for youth ages 8-18, focused on fostering spiritual growth, community, and fun in a supportive and engaging environment.
Registration is ongoing and space is limited, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to participate in this fantastic experience.
Summer Camp at Saint Nicholas Ranch is the most popular program offered by the Office of Youth and Youth Adult Ministries for the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco. Campers and staff enjoy this transformative ministry in the beautiful setting of the Ranch, growing closer to Christ, building lasting friendships, and expanding their horizons through fun and interactive programs. Our Metropolis Summer Camp offers a dynamic, faith-based program for youth ages 8-18, focused on fostering spiritual growth, community, and fun in a supportive and engaging environment.
Registration is ongoing and space is limited, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to participate in this fantastic experience.
https://sanfran.goarch.org/events/summer-camp-2026-session-3?date=2026-07-19... show moreSession 3: July 19 – 25
Summer Camp at Saint Nicholas Ranch is the most popular program offered by the Office of Youth and Youth Adult Ministries for the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco. Campers and staff enjoy this transformative ministry in the beautiful setting of the Ranch, growing closer to Christ, building lasting friendships, and expanding their horizons through fun and interactive programs. Our Metropolis Summer Camp offers a dynamic, faith-based program for youth ages 8-18, focused on fostering spiritual growth, community, and fun in a supportive and engaging environment.
Registration is ongoing and space is limited, so don’t miss out on this opportunity to participate in this fantastic experience.
The Orthodox Parish Leadership (OPL) ministry of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco is pleased to announce the continuation of the 2026 OPL webinar series, with an engaging presentation on “Building a Christ-Centered, High-Trust Team” in collaboration with the Metropolises of Atlanta and Boston. This event is scheduled for Monday, July 20, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific. The presentation will be led by Dr. Mitch Owen and Tim Tassopoulos.
This webinar will help strengthen your ability to lead as a Christ-Centered leader who acts with the principles of servant leadership to build high-performing teams at all levels of parish work. Leaders do this by first having a strong commitment to building a culture of trust. A culture of trust... show moreThe Orthodox Parish Leadership (OPL) ministry of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco is pleased to announce the continuation of the 2026 OPL webinar series, with an engaging presentation on “Building a Christ-Centered, High-Trust Team” in collaboration with the Metropolises of Atlanta and Boston. This event is scheduled for Monday, July 20, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific. The presentation will be led by Dr. Mitch Owen and Tim Tassopoulos.
This webinar will help strengthen your ability to lead as a Christ-Centered leader who acts with the principles of servant leadership to build high-performing teams at all levels of parish work. Leaders do this by first having a strong commitment to building a culture of trust. A culture of trust that builds Christian character, embraces self-humility but not meekness, grows competency in what we do in our parishes, as well as increasing our ability to relate to each other in a stronger, loving way. In addition, the webinar will also share some other core areas of culture building that align with and are built on a culture of trust. We hope you will join us as we learn these critical skills and apply them to our own journey as Orthodox Christians.
Saint Nicholas Orthodox Church in San Jose warmly welcomes all Bay Area Orthodox parishes to join us for a joyful evening of celebration in honor of Panagia's Day.
Enjoy a delicious traditional Panigyri featuring rotisserie lamb, mixed BBQ, and authentic Greek specialties. Dance the night away to live music by George Psarras, Paul Psarras, and Anthony Catchatoorian. With kids' entertainment we will have fun for all ages! Your ticket includes dinner and entertainment. Cash bar available throughout the evening.
ADULTS: $60.00 per person
CHILDREN (6 - 17): $25.00
UNDER 5: FREE
The Orthodox Parish Leadership (OPL) ministry of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco is pleased to announce the continuation of the 2026 OPL webinar series, with an engaging presentation on “Beyond Stewardship: Fundraising for Special Parish Initiatives and Capital Campaigns” in collaboration with the Metropolises of Atlanta and Boston. This event is scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific. The presentation will be led by Nick Chakos and Melpomeni Murdakes.
Every parish faces serious financial decisions at some point in their history: constructing a new church building, renovating the fellowship hall, repairing a leaking dome, adding iconography. Raising funds for special projects is a core aspect of parish... show moreThe Orthodox Parish Leadership (OPL) ministry of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco is pleased to announce the continuation of the 2026 OPL webinar series, with an engaging presentation on “Beyond Stewardship: Fundraising for Special Parish Initiatives and Capital Campaigns” in collaboration with the Metropolises of Atlanta and Boston. This event is scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific. The presentation will be led by Nick Chakos and Melpomeni Murdakes.
Every parish faces serious financial decisions at some point in their history: constructing a new church building, renovating the fellowship hall, repairing a leaking dome, adding iconography. Raising funds for special projects is a core aspect of parish administration, yet doing so without affecting annual stewardship giving can be a challenge. Fundraising depends on solid preparation, and ensuring certain key elements are in place before reaching out to donors is critical to success. This session will cover the fundamentals of raising funds for special parish initiatives and the basics of preparing for larger multi-year capital campaigns. Additionally, we will discuss planned giving - the single most transformational item for parish longevity and a key aspect of any major fundraising initiative.
Meet us in the Bay! 🌉 The heart of our Metropolis. 🤎
With the blessing of His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos of San Francisco, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Young Adult League (YAL) is pleased to announce the 2026 YAL Conference, taking place over Labor Day Weekend, September 3 – September 7, 2026, in San Francisco, California at the Westin St Francis.
This is a year of milestones for YAL as a National YAL Board has been established and the Metropolis of San Francisco conference returns to the city where it all started. The Metropolis of San Francisco offers Greek Orthodox young adults ages 18 to 35 a dynamic new setting to gather, grow, and deepen their relationship with Christ. Framed by the spectacular natural... show moreMeet us in the Bay! 🌉 The heart of our Metropolis. 🤎
With the blessing of His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos of San Francisco, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Young Adult League (YAL) is pleased to announce the 2026 YAL Conference, taking place over Labor Day Weekend, September 3 – September 7, 2026, in San Francisco, California at the Westin St Francis.
This is a year of milestones for YAL as a National YAL Board has been established and the Metropolis of San Francisco conference returns to the city where it all started. The Metropolis of San Francisco offers Greek Orthodox young adults ages 18 to 35 a dynamic new setting to gather, grow, and deepen their relationship with Christ. Framed by the spectacular natural beauty of the San Francisco Bay Area and a vibrant Orthodox presence, the weekend promises a transformative experience ROOTED in the Four Pillars of YAL: Worship, Witness, Service, and Fellowship.
The 2026 Conference theme—ROOTED—invites a generation coming into its own to lean on the timeless faith, practices and tradition of the Orthodox Church. Whether they are college students, emerging professionals, or seasoned in their careers, young adults will encounter content and community tailored to their stage in life.
The Westin St. Francis
335 Powell St
San Francisco, CA 94102
Benefiting the Father Berris scholarship fund and youth of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
We anticipate a great day of golf and fellowship at beautiful Silver Creek Valley Country Club in San Jose. The event will include a 4-person scramble, box lunch provided by Purple Onion Cafe, and awards dinner following golf.
Register now and remember to invite your friends to play.
● Check out the Golf and Sponsorship page for player registration and sponsor opportunities that include green fees, if desired.
● Can't play? Check out "Golf and Sponsorship Opportunities" and scroll down to see all sponsorship opportunities or click "Make a Donation" in the left side menu.
● Dinner only? Click on "Golf and... show moreBenefiting the Father Berris scholarship fund and youth of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
We anticipate a great day of golf and fellowship at beautiful Silver Creek Valley Country Club in San Jose. The event will include a 4-person scramble, box lunch provided by Purple Onion Cafe, and awards dinner following golf.
Register now and remember to invite your friends to play.
● Check out the Golf and Sponsorship page for player registration and sponsor opportunities that include green fees, if desired.
● Can't play? Check out "Golf and Sponsorship Opportunities" and scroll down to see all sponsorship opportunities or click "Make a Donation" in the left side menu.
● Dinner only? Click on "Golf and Sponsorship Opportunities" in the left side menu, then scroll down the page to Dinner only.
● Questions? Email info@FrBerrisGolf.org
We appreciate your support!
Silver Creek Valley Country Club (5460 Country Club Pkwy, San Jose, CA 95138-2215)
FDF 2027 is the 50th anniversary of the Greek Orthodox Folk Dance & Choral Festival! This milestone marks five decades of bringing generations together to celebrate our heritage, culture, and faith. We are committed to making this year memorable, while honoring this legacy and setting the stage for the next 50 years.
We are thrilled to announce that FDF 2027 will take place in Anaheim, CA, February 11-14, 2027, at the Anaheim Marriott!
Building on the record growth of recent years, we have further expanded our hotel footprint to include not only the Anaheim Marriott, where we will once again have the entire property, but also a consolidated block at the Hilton Anaheim, where we have significantly increased our overflow block compared to... show moreFDF 2027 is the 50th anniversary of the Greek Orthodox Folk Dance & Choral Festival! This milestone marks five decades of bringing generations together to celebrate our heritage, culture, and faith. We are committed to making this year memorable, while honoring this legacy and setting the stage for the next 50 years.
We are thrilled to announce that FDF 2027 will take place in Anaheim, CA, February 11-14, 2027, at the Anaheim Marriott!
Building on the record growth of recent years, we have further expanded our hotel footprint to include not only the Anaheim Marriott, where we will once again have the entire property, but also a consolidated block at the Hilton Anaheim, where we have significantly increased our overflow block compared to prior years. Together, there will be nearly 1,500 hotel rooms at our special FDF rates across both hotels. This represents our largest FDF room block to date and positions us to welcome even more participants and families to the festival during this significant milestone year.
Booking Note: Hotel reservations and participant registration details will be shared in late summer 2026.
Travel Note: Super Bowl LXI is scheduled for Sunday, February 14, 2027, in Inglewood near Los Angeles. For those flying in, we encourage booking travel as early as possible. Orange County (SNA), Ontario (ONT), and Long Beach (LGB) airports are in closer proximity to Anaheim compared to LAX.
Thank you to everyone who completed the FDF 2026 survey, with over 500 responses received. Your insights are invaluable as we shape FDF 2027 and the future of the festival. We look forward to sharing key takeaways in the months ahead.
FDF is elevated by the participants and volunteers who give themselves to this ministry year after year. We are grateful for your continued trust and support, and look forward to celebrating together!
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Art Exhibition Featuring I'll Remember This, An Oil Painting by Victoria Smyrniotis
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Please join us as we celebrate PROPHET ELIAS DAY
The Orthodox Parish Leadership (OPL) ministry of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco is pleased to announce the continuation of the 2026 OPL webinar series, with an engaging presentation on “Building a Christ-Centered, High-Trust Team” in collaboration with the Metropolises of Atlanta and Boston. This event is scheduled for Monday, July 20, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific. The presentation will be led by Dr. Mitch Owen and Tim Tassopoulos.
FAITH. FOOD. DANCE. FUN
The Orthodox Parish Leadership (OPL) ministry of the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco is pleased to announce the continuation of the 2026 OPL webinar series, with an engaging presentation on “Beyond Stewardship: Fundraising for Special Parish Initiatives and Capital Campaigns” in collaboration with the Metropolises of Atlanta and Boston. This event is scheduled for Monday, August 17, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. Pacific. The presentation will be led by Nick Chakos and Melpomeni Murdakes.
Meet us in the Bay! 🌉 The heart of our Metropolis. 🤎
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Benefiting the Father Berris scholarship fund and youth of St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church
FDF 2027 is the 50th anniversary of the Greek Orthodox Folk Dance & Choral Festival! This milestone marks five decades of bringing generations together to celebrate our heritage, culture, and faith. We are committed to making this year memorable, while honoring this legacy and setting the stage for the next 50 years.