Please join us during Great Lent on Friday nights at 6:00 pm as we discuss a basic guide to Eastern Orthodox Theology. If you are looking into Orthodoxy, or are just interested in knowing more about the faith from a beginners point of view, please join us in-person at the Office Conference Room, or Online via zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224.

For more information please contact Fr. Nebojsa Pantic

MISSIONS MINISTRY MOVIE AND DINNER NIGHT - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11TH
Please save the date for a movie and dinner night, on Saturday, October 11th at 5:30 pm, in the Community Center.

The Spartan Dream: A fun, family-friendly movie that’s new, lively, and a great way to get to know Greece a little better!

Bring an appetite! We’ll have a home‑made pasta & salad bar, plus refreshments and wine. Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of food, film, and community.

Open Donations, with proceeds to benefit Sister Nektaria and her school projects in India.

For planning purposes RSVP is requested but not required, at sanjosemissions@gmail.com or by text at 408-425-6967. See you at the movies!


GOLDEN YEARS MEETING
The next meeting... show moreMISSIONS MINISTRY MOVIE AND DINNER NIGHT - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11TH
Please save the date for a movie and dinner night, on Saturday, October 11th at 5:30 pm, in the Community Center.

The Spartan Dream: A fun, family-friendly movie that’s new, lively, and a great way to get to know Greece a little better!

Bring an appetite! We’ll have a home‑made pasta & salad bar, plus refreshments and wine. Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of food, film, and community.

Open Donations, with proceeds to benefit Sister Nektaria and her school projects in India.

For planning purposes RSVP is requested but not required, at sanjosemissions@gmail.com or by text at 408-425-6967. See you at the movies!


GOLDEN YEARS MEETING
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, October 14th at 11:30am in the Small Hall. Please contact Christina Kouvaris at 408-306-8007 or email ckouvphilo@sbcglobal.net if you have any questions.

VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT
The 20th annual St. Nicholas Volleyball Tournament - October 17-19, 2025

Please join us in welcoming visiting volleyball participants from our sister parishes throughout the Metropolis. Games will begin promptly on Saturday, October 18th at 8:00am to 4:00pm at City Beach, 4020 Technology Pl, Fremont, CA and Sunday from 11:30am to 5:00pm at the St. Nicholas Community Center.

Glendi begins at 7pm on Saturday, October 18th in the Community Center.

All of the visiting school age children are welcome to join us for Sunday School on Sunday morning.

Follow us on social media for updates! Instagram: @stnicholasvolleyball

Any questions, feel free to contact George Spilios, Tournament Chairman, georgespilios@gmail.com, 408.806.1699.

Come and watch, cheer the teams, enjoy the glendi, and support this exciting event!

OXI DAY CELEBRATION - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26TH!
The Greek School (CHE) is very pleased to invite you on Sunday, October 26th, after the Divine Liturgy, in the Community Center for a patriotic program to honor and remember the historic OXI of 1940 and the events of WWII.

Please save the date! More details coming soon!

BASILE COMEDY NIGHT - GET YOUR TICKETS!
Don’t miss out! Get your tickets this Sunday during coffee hour for “A Show to Remember” with Basile—a night of laughter and celebration as we honor 80 years of Saint Nicholas Church.

Look for the ticket table in the hall. Payment options: checks (made out to Saint Nicholas Church), credit card, or cash.

Let’s celebrate our 80th anniversary together with joy, community, and a whole lot of fun!

RSVP: Selling tickets after Sunday Liturgy, or you can RSVP online here: https://forms.gle/WTt3A79m2SgTSh6GA

Date: Sunday, November 2, 2025

Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Location: St. Nicholas Community Center

Food: Hors d’oeuvres provided – cash bar

Tickets: $40 adult and $25 under 18

Please rsvp: https://forms.gle/WTt3A79m2SgTSh6GA

Or buy tickets at Sunday Coffee Hour!

MONASTERY OF THE HOLY THEOTOKOS, THE LIFE GIVING SPRING FUNDRAISER
Sunday, November 9th! - Monastery Fundraiser Dinner

Gerontissa Markella and her Sisterhood joyfully, with hope and thanksgiving for your constant support and many years of commitment, invite you to join us again for a Benefit Dinner. The Monastery of the Theotokos of the Life Giving Spring Fundraising Dinner will be on Sunday, November 9th at the St. Nicholas Community Center at 5:00pm.

Donation for tickets for adults $75, children 12 and under $35. All proceeds go to Monastery for essential support to the operation of the Monastery facility.

For details or to RSVP, please contact Evagelia at: (408)499-3939, email at eva.niktas@gmail.com. Also please see flyer and ticket form in the Special Events section of this e-bulletin.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS - ST. NICHOLAS GALA - SAT. DEC 6TH
An evening of faith, fellowship, and festive joy! Join us as we celebrate the spirit of Saint Nicholas and 80 years of grace in our beloved parish! Mark your calendars for the Saint Nicholas Gala — Saturday, December 6th, in the evening. Look for your invitation soon—it will be a night to remember, filled with gratitude, celebration, and community spirit.

THANK YOU - TREK4MISSIONS
Fr. James and the Missions Ministry would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for the Trek4Missions walk this past Saturday in Saratoga. Your presence, prayers, and support made the day truly special. Each step we took together was not only a sign of solidarity, but also a beautiful witness of faith and generosity.

We are deeply grateful for your commitment to this cause, and we are happy to report that as of the end of September we raised $1,650 through your generous donations. Again, this effort supports Orthodox missionaries bringing the light of Christ to communities around the world. There is still a little time left for our parish to meet our goal of $3,000. If you want to support our team, and for donations, please visit our team fundraising page.

VOLLEYBALL PRACTICES
Volleyball practices for our 20th Annual St Nicholas Volleyball Tournament begin Tuesday, September 2nd at 6pm in the Community Center. Please join us!

Tuesday Nights
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Junior High
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm - High School

Thursday Nights
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Adults

Sunday Nights
7:00pm - Open Gym practices for High School, Young Adult and Adult

If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chairman George Spilios (408) 806-1699 or Head Coach Michael Kanakis (408) 722-0808.

Come join the fun! The Volleyball Tournament is scheduled for the weekend of October 17-19th.

ADULT OPEN GYM BASKETBALL
Adult Open Gym Basketball is every Wednesday at 7:30pm in the Community Center. All parishioners (including guests) must sign up first before participating; online sign up form is at the link below. All communications will be handled through WhatsApp where there will be live updates on the day of the event; link down below to join.

Adult Open Gym sign up form: https://saintnicholas.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/118/responses/new

Adult Open Gym guidelines:

https://docs.google.com/file/d/1Pqh-9ytke7trggbRvI-t0IW4sHL22Re4/edit?usp=docslist_api&filetype=msword

Adult Open Gym WhatsApp group chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/ExKTcpbEo7oBPOR3Ssfi1P ...show less

MISSIONS MINISTRY MOVIE AND DINNER NIGHT - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11TH
Please save the date for a movie and dinner night, on Saturday, October 11th at 5:30 pm, in the Community Center.

The Spartan Dream: A fun, family-friendly movie that’s new, lively, and a great way to get to know Greece a little better!

Bring an appetite! We’ll have a home‑made pasta & salad bar, plus refreshments and wine. Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of food, film, and community.

Open Donations, with proceeds to benefit Sister Nektaria and her school projects in India.

For planning purposes RSVP is requested but not required, at sanjosemissions@gmail.com or by text at 408-425-6967. See you at the movies!

GOLDEN YEARS MEETING
The next meeting... show moreMISSIONS MINISTRY MOVIE AND DINNER NIGHT - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11TH
Please save the date for a movie and dinner night, on Saturday, October 11th at 5:30 pm, in the Community Center.

The Spartan Dream: A fun, family-friendly movie that’s new, lively, and a great way to get to know Greece a little better!

Bring an appetite! We’ll have a home‑made pasta & salad bar, plus refreshments and wine. Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of food, film, and community.

Open Donations, with proceeds to benefit Sister Nektaria and her school projects in India.

For planning purposes RSVP is requested but not required, at sanjosemissions@gmail.com or by text at 408-425-6967. See you at the movies!

GOLDEN YEARS MEETING
The next meeting will be on Tuesday, October 14th at 11:30am in the Small Hall. Please contact Christina Kouvaris at 408-306-8007 or email ckouvphilo@sbcglobal.net if you have any questions.

VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT
The 20th annual St. Nicholas Volleyball Tournament - October 17-19, 2025

Please join us in welcoming visiting volleyball participants from our sister parishes throughout the Metropolis. Games will begin promptly on Saturday, October 18th at 8:00am to 4:00pm at City Beach, 4020 Technology Pl, Fremont, CA and Sunday from 11:30am to 5:00pm at the St. Nicholas Community Center.

Glendi begins at 7pm on Saturday, October 18th in the Community Center.

All of the visiting school age children are welcome to join us for Sunday School on Sunday morning.

Follow us on social media for updates! Instagram: @stnicholasvolleyball

Any questions, feel free to contact George Spilios, Tournament Chairman, georgespilios@gmail.com, 408.806.1699.

Come and watch, cheer the teams, enjoy the glendi, and support this exciting event!

OXI DAY CELEBRATION - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26TH!
The Greek School (CHE) is very pleased to invite you on Sunday, October 26th, after the Divine Liturgy, in the Community Center for a patriotic program to honor and remember the historic OXI of 1940 and the events of WWII.

Please save the date! More details coming soon!

BASILE COMEDY NIGHT - GET YOUR TICKETS!
Don’t miss out! Get your tickets this Sunday during coffee hour for “A Show to Remember” with Basile—a night of laughter and celebration as we honor 80 years of Saint Nicholas Church.

Look for the ticket table in the hall. Payment options: checks (made out to Saint Nicholas Church), credit card, or cash.

Let’s celebrate our 80th anniversary together with joy, community, and a whole lot of fun!

RSVP: Selling tickets after Sunday Liturgy, or you can RSVP online here: https://forms.gle/WTt3A79m2SgTSh6GA

Date: Sunday, November 2, 2025

Time: 6:00pm – 9:00pm

Location: St. Nicholas Community Center

Food: Hors d’oeuvres provided – cash bar

Tickets: $40 adult and $25 under 18

Please rsvp: https://forms.gle/WTt3A79m2SgTSh6GA

Or buy tickets at Sunday Coffee Hour!

MONASTERY OF THE HOLY THEOTOKOS, THE LIFE GIVING SPRING FUNDRAISER
Sunday, November 9th! - Monastery Fundraiser Dinner

Gerontissa Markella and her Sisterhood joyfully, with hope and thanksgiving for your constant support and many years of commitment, invite you to join us again for a Benefit Dinner. The Monastery of the Theotokos of the Life Giving Spring Fundraising Dinner will be on Sunday, November 9th at the St. Nicholas Community Center at 5:00pm.

Donation for tickets for adults $75, children 12 and under $35. All proceeds go to Monastery for essential support to the operation of the Monastery facility.

For details or to RSVP, please contact Evagelia at: (408)499-3939, email at eva.niktas@gmail.com. Also please see flyer and ticket form in the Special Events section of this e-bulletin.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS - ST. NICHOLAS GALA - SAT. DEC 6TH
An evening of faith, fellowship, and festive joy! Join us as we celebrate the spirit of Saint Nicholas and 80 years of grace in our beloved parish! Mark your calendars for the Saint Nicholas Gala — Saturday, December 6th, in the evening. Look for your invitation soon—it will be a night to remember, filled with gratitude, celebration, and community spirit.

THANK YOU - TREK4MISSIONS
Fr. James and the Missions Ministry would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone who joined us for the Trek4Missions walk this past Saturday in Saratoga. Your presence, prayers, and support made the day truly special. Each step we took together was not only a sign of solidarity, but also a beautiful witness of faith and generosity.

We are deeply grateful for your commitment to this cause, and we are happy to report that as of the end of September we raised $1,650 through your generous donations. Again, this effort supports Orthodox missionaries bringing the light of Christ to communities around the world. There is still a little time left for our parish to meet our goal of $3,000. If you want to support our team, and for donations, please visit our team fundraising page.

VOLLEYBALL PRACTICES
Volleyball practices for our 20th Annual St Nicholas Volleyball Tournament begin Tuesday, September 2nd at 6pm in the Community Center. Please join us!

Tuesday Nights
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Junior High
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm - High School

Thursday Nights
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Adults

Sunday Nights
7:00pm - Open Gym practices for High School, Young Adult and Adult

If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chairman George Spilios (408) 806-1699 or Head Coach Michael Kanakis (408) 722-0808.

Come join the fun! The Volleyball Tournament is scheduled for the weekend of October 17-19th.

ADULT OPEN GYM BASKETBALL
Adult Open Gym Basketball is every Wednesday at 7:30pm in the Community Center. All parishioners (including guests) must sign up first before participating; online sign up form is at the link below. All communications will be handled through WhatsApp where there will be live updates on the day of the event; link down below to join.

Adult Open Gym sign up form: https://saintnicholas.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/118/responses/new

Adult Open Gym guidelines:

https://docs.google.com/file/d/1Pqh-9ytke7trggbRvI-t0IW4sHL22Re4/edit?usp=docslist_api&filetype=msword

Adult Open Gym WhatsApp group chat: https://chat.whatsapp.com/ExKTcpbEo7oBPOR3Ssfi1P ...show less

Serbian Food Festival - Saratoga - Sat & Sun, September 20-21st

St. Archangel Michal Church, 18770 Allendale Ave, Saratoga

Traditional food, dancing, live music, kids fun.

https://www.samichael.org/food-festival/

2025 Metropolis Gala

The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco warmly invites you to a magnificent black-tie Gala on Saturday evening, October 11, 2025, at the J.W. Marriott, Anaheim Resort in Anaheim, California.

This prestigious evening will celebrate the vibrant ministries of the Metropolis and honor the extraordinary leadership of two distinguished stewards, Nikiforos and Georgia Valaskantjis, recipients of the 2025 Theofanis Economidis Award. Festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. with a reception, followed by a formal dinner and program at 7:00 p.m., with dancing to conclude the evening. The Gala is co-chaired by George C. and Vickie Demos, together with Kyriacos “Gig” and Kathleen Kyriacou.

https://sanfran.goarch.org/events/2025-metropolis-gala?date=2025-10-11... show more2025 Metropolis Gala

The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco warmly invites you to a magnificent black-tie Gala on Saturday evening, October 11, 2025, at the J.W. Marriott, Anaheim Resort in Anaheim, California.

This prestigious evening will celebrate the vibrant ministries of the Metropolis and honor the extraordinary leadership of two distinguished stewards, Nikiforos and Georgia Valaskantjis, recipients of the 2025 Theofanis Economidis Award. Festivities begin at 6:00 p.m. with a reception, followed by a formal dinner and program at 7:00 p.m., with dancing to conclude the evening. The Gala is co-chaired by George C. and Vickie Demos, together with Kyriacos “Gig” and Kathleen Kyriacou.

https://sanfran.goarch.org/events/2025-metropolis-gala?date=2025-10-11 ...show less

Dear Saint Nicholas Parishioners,

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 27th — we’re gathering for an unforgettable End of Summer BBQ at the beloved Blackberry Farm! This park holds decades of cherished memories for our community, and as we celebrate Saint Nicholas’ 80th Anniversary, we’re excited to make new ones together.

Bring your families and your appetite—there will be delicious food, joyful fellowship, and fun for all ages. A heartfelt thank you to the San Jose Chapter of the Pan-Arcadian Federation of America and Saint Nicholas Church for sponsoring this special outing.

Please RSVP now—details are on the flyer below! Let’s honor our past and celebrate our future—together!

🙏 RSVP to nestani@gmail.com... show moreDear Saint Nicholas Parishioners,

Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 27th — we’re gathering for an unforgettable End of Summer BBQ at the beloved Blackberry Farm! This park holds decades of cherished memories for our community, and as we celebrate Saint Nicholas’ 80th Anniversary, we’re excited to make new ones together.

Bring your families and your appetite—there will be delicious food, joyful fellowship, and fun for all ages. A heartfelt thank you to the San Jose Chapter of the Pan-Arcadian Federation of America and Saint Nicholas Church for sponsoring this special outing.

Please RSVP now—details are on the flyer below! Let’s honor our past and celebrate our future—together!

🙏 RSVP to nestani@gmail.com or call 408-835-9092 so we can prepare with love and care.

Let’s make new memories together as we give thanks for the season past and embrace the one to come—with open hearts and the spirit of Saint Nicholas guiding us. ...show less

Senior Resort Camp! Look to the Mountains - Oct 6-10th - Dunlap

The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Family Wellness Ministry presents Look to the Mountains Senior Resort Camp for Adults aged 50 or better! Join us from Monday, October 6 - Friday, October 10, 2025 at Saint Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center in Dunlap, CA for good food, and great company. Enjoy a fun-filled week at camp, experiencing the beauty of the Ranch, participating in engaging activities, poolside happy hours, and more, with friends from across the Metropolis.

https://bulletinbuilder.org/system/pdfs/Resort-0.pdf?1754588160

Belmont Greek Festival - Sat & Sun, Aug 30-31

The Belmont Greek Festival will be held Labor Day Weekend, Sat. and Sun., Aug. 30-31, Noon-10 PM, at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church, 900 Alameda de las Pulgas (corner of Ralston Ave.), in Belmont. Delicious Greek meals and pastries, music and dancing, concerts, a mythology play, and bookstore! For information: belmontgreekfestival.com, or (650) 591-4447.

Prophet Elias Name Day Celebrations - Santa Cruz - July 19-20th

You are warmly invited to join us for our Feast Day. This cherished event brings together friends, family, and community members to honor the profound legacy of Prophet Elias in Santa Cruz, and to share in the spirit of unity and faith. May Prophet Elias inspire us all with his courage, and devotion. See the attached flyer.

Prophet Elias Greek Orthodox Church
223 Church Street, Santa Cruz

All Night Vigil - St. Paisios - Holy Cross Romanian Orthodox Church San Jose, Fri, July 11th

...let us most revently shout to him, "O Paisios, peer of the angels, grant us to share in the endelss spledor, by your intercession to the Lord."...

https://bulletinbuilder.org/system/pdfs/St.PaisiosatRomanian-0.pdf?1751503986

Concert - Los Altos - June 14th

Join us on June 14th and 15th for an extraordinary musical journey into a world rarely heard in the West a world where sacred music lived both inside and beyond the church's walls.

In centuries past, spiritual music in Russia was not confined to formal church services. Out beyond the walls of the church, it also flowed through monasteries, village gatherings, and daily life - monastic poems of ancient chant, spiritual chants of the late 17th - 21st centuries, folk poetry, songs of wandering lyre players or pilgrims, and much more. This was a spiritual music of ordinary people – songs on spiritual themes, or as
the performers themselves said, simply "songs in the presence of God."

In the... show moreConcert - Los Altos - June 14th

Join us on June 14th and 15th for an extraordinary musical journey into a world rarely heard in the West a world where sacred music lived both inside and beyond the church's walls.

In centuries past, spiritual music in Russia was not confined to formal church services. Out beyond the walls of the church, it also flowed through monasteries, village gatherings, and daily life - monastic poems of ancient chant, spiritual chants of the late 17th - 21st centuries, folk poetry, songs of wandering lyre players or pilgrims, and much more. This was a spiritual music of ordinary people – songs on spiritual themes, or as
the performers themselves said, simply "songs in the presence of God."

In the first half of our concert, we’ll bring you these hidden treasures from the past – music that once echoed in candlelit monasteries and country fields centuries ago. In the second half, the journey continues into the present day. You'll hear how that same spiritual spark lives on in more contemporary music, linking our spiritual longings to numberless generations before us. You’ll even hear several pieces written especially for this concert by a Russian composer working closely with us. This is music that transcends time, a celebration of spirit, longing, and the sacred beauty of the human voice.

Come and experience it with us!

ABOUT SLAVYANKA CHORUS:
For 45 years, Slavyanka Chorus has been bringing Russian and Slavic music to Bay Area audiences. The chorus has toured Russia four times, produced 10 recordings, and, under its Artistic Director, Irina Shachneva, performed the American premieres of multiple choral works. The choir has also undertaken numerous initiatives to promote cultural understanding between the peoples of Russia and America

TICKET RESERVATION: https://www.slavyankachorus.org/ ...show less

The San Jose Greek Festival is rapidly approaching!

Enjoy Imported Greek Wine, Coffee and Cocktails. Authentic Greek Food and Pastries, Live Greek Music and Dancing, Meza and Cheese Bar.

Fri May 30th: 5pm - 10pm
Sat May 31st: 11am - 10pm
Sun Jun 1st: 11am - 8pm

Admission is $5, Seniors over 65 Free!, Children under 12 Free!

See below the attached for our Greek Festival flyer. Please share and distribute wherever you like!

https://www.saintnicholas.org/festival