Saints Feasts and Readings for Friday, August 21, 2026
(The Holy Apostle Thaddaeus)
Epistle Reading
Gospel Reading
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Press Releases • August 17, 2026
Orthodox Parish Leadership 2026 Webinar Series: Conflict – Using the Right Approach and Strategy for Success
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 “Conflict: Using the Right Approach and Strategy for Success” in collaboration with the Metropolises of Atlanta and Boston.
Read MorePress Releases • August 14, 2026
Holy Trinity Parishioners Return Home as Spokane Wildfire Recovery Begins
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco is grateful to report encouraging news from Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in Spokane, WA, following the devastating wildfires that forced widespread evacuations throughout the region earlier this month.
Read MorePress Releases • August 14, 2026
Metropolis to Host Youth Worker Workshop in the Bay Area
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministries will host a Youth Worker Workshop on Saturday, November 14, 2026, at Ascension Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Oakland, California.
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