Saints Feasts and Readings for Monday, May 05, 2025

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Orthodox Christianity

The first Christian communities began in the lands near the Mediterranean Sea, over 2,000 years ago. In these Eastern cities, the fundamentals of our Faith were proclaimed at the Seven Ecumenical Councils. The Greek Orthodox Church embodies and expresses the rich spiritual treasures of Eastern Christian beliefs. One definition of the word ‘Orthodox’ is “true praise.” To bless, praise, and glorify God the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit is the fundamental purpose of the Church. All of her activities, even her doctrinal formulations, are directed toward this goal.

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Meditations May 1, 2025

From Feast to Faith: Holding Fast to the Joy of the Resurrection

The season following Holy Pascha is a time of rejoicing, but behind this change is a subtle temptation to identify the joy we experience with the joy of the Resurrection itself.

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Metropolitan's Messages April 25, 2025

Statement from Metropolitan Gerasimos on the Passing of Pope Francis

The falling asleep of His Holiness Pope Francis marks a moment of profound sorrow for the Roman Catholic Church and for all who were touched by his humble and faithful witness.

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Press Releases April 25, 2025

Building a Theology of Leadership Rooted in Faithful Worship

The Orthodox Parish Leadership ministry of the Metropolis of San Francisco is offering a webinar on “Building a Theology of Leadership Rooted in Faithful Worship" on Monday, May 19, 2025.

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The ministries at the core of our Metropolis and our parishes bind our vibrant community together. Explore each ministry to learn more about how they bring you closer to our Lord - and to each other.

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