PARISH COUNCIL ELECTIONS - THIS SUNDAY
On Sunday, December 14th, from the conclusion of the Divine Liturgy to 12:30pm in the Small Hall, we will hold our Election for Parish Council. Members of the Election Committee will officiate. After 12:30pm, the Election Committee will retire to count the ballots in the presence of the priest. The candidates running for Parish Council are (in alphabetical order): John Kouretas, Angeliki (Angie) Markolefas, Nektarios Matheou, Nick J. Pagonis, Stacy Panayotopoulos, Pete Panos, George Paplos, Vicki Ryan, Nicholas Taptelis, and Nick Tsolis.

Eligibility to vote is based on the below voter requirements and deadline dates:
1. A parishioner in good standing and enrolled in the Parish Record.
2. Must... show morePARISH COUNCIL ELECTIONS - THIS SUNDAY
On Sunday, December 14th, from the conclusion of the Divine Liturgy to 12:30pm in the Small Hall, we will hold our Election for Parish Council. Members of the Election Committee will officiate. After 12:30pm, the Election Committee will retire to count the ballots in the presence of the priest. The candidates running for Parish Council are (in alphabetical order): John Kouretas, Angeliki (Angie) Markolefas, Nektarios Matheou, Nick J. Pagonis, Stacy Panayotopoulos, Pete Panos, George Paplos, Vicki Ryan, Nicholas Taptelis, and Nick Tsolis.

Eligibility to vote is based on the below voter requirements and deadline dates:
1. A parishioner in good standing and enrolled in the Parish Record.
2. Must have met his or her current stewardship obligation by December 11, 2025.
3. If the parishioner is delinquent beyond the current calendar year, they must have met their unfulfilled stewardship financial obligations by November 14, 2025.
4. A new parishioner must have been a member in good standing by September 14, 2025 (three months prior to the election).
5. Must be present to vote in-person at the elections on Sunday, December 14, 2025 in the Small Hall between the conclusion of the Divine Liturgy and 12:30pm.

Thank you,

The Election Committee

ST. ANNA PHILOPTOCHOS CHRISTMAS APPEAL
As we celebrate the Christmas season, St. Anna Philoptochos invites you to join us in supporting local charities and our own Social Services program, whose work provides essential services to individuals and families in need. Your donation—of any amount—will make a meaningful impact this Christmas. Thank you for your generosity.

To make a donation either on-line or with a check, go to the following website for more information.

http://saintnicholas.org/philoptochos_christmas_appeal

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.


CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224 ...show less

YOU'RE INVITED! SAINT NICHOLAS FEAST DAY CELEBRATION
Please join us for the Feast Day of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker!

Friday, December 5, 2025

7:00pm – Great Vespers and Artoklasia presided by His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos

St. Anna Philoptochos welcomes all to a Lenten Potluck Reception in the Small Hall.

Saturday, December 6, 2025

8:30am - Orthros

9:30am – Hierarchical Divine Liturgy and Artoklasia presided by His Eminence Met. Gerasimos

The Golden Years welcomes all to a special coffee hour following the service.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
CANCELLED: Thursday, December 11th

Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am... show moreYOU'RE INVITED! SAINT NICHOLAS FEAST DAY CELEBRATION
Please join us for the Feast Day of St. Nicholas the Wonderworker!

Friday, December 5, 2025

7:00pm – Great Vespers and Artoklasia presided by His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos

St. Anna Philoptochos welcomes all to a Lenten Potluck Reception in the Small Hall.

Saturday, December 6, 2025

8:30am - Orthros

9:30am – Hierarchical Divine Liturgy and Artoklasia presided by His Eminence Met. Gerasimos

The Golden Years welcomes all to a special coffee hour following the service.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
CANCELLED: Thursday, December 11th

Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224 ...show less

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
CANCELLED: Thursday, December 4th

Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course... show moreST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
CANCELLED: Thursday, December 4th

Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224 ...show less

PARISH GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Please see the Agenda in the Special Events section of this e-bulletin for the Parish Assembly Meeting scheduled in the Community Center on Sunday, November 23, 2025, following the liturgy.

CHURCH OFFICE
Please note that Saiyanna will be on vacation from Wednesday, November 19th through Sunday, November 30th. The church office will have limited hours during this time. Please call the office at 408-246-2770 ahead of any visit to make an appointemnt.

However, if you have a pastoral emergency and you need to reach a priest, please call 408-246-2781.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with... show morePARISH GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Please see the Agenda in the Special Events section of this e-bulletin for the Parish Assembly Meeting scheduled in the Community Center on Sunday, November 23, 2025, following the liturgy.

CHURCH OFFICE
Please note that Saiyanna will be on vacation from Wednesday, November 19th through Sunday, November 30th. The church office will have limited hours during this time. Please call the office at 408-246-2770 ahead of any visit to make an appointemnt.

However, if you have a pastoral emergency and you need to reach a priest, please call 408-246-2781.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
NEXT PARAKLESIS AND CLASS WILL BE ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH.

Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224 ...show less

PARISH GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Please see the Agenda in the Special Events section of this e-bulletin for the Parish Assembly Meeting scheduled in the Community Center on Sunday, November 23, 2025, following the liturgy.

CHURCH OFFICE
Please note that Saiyanna will be on vacation from Wednesday, November 19th through Sunday, November 30th. The church office will have limited hours during this time. Please call the office at 408-246-2770 ahead of any visit to make an appointemnt.

However, if you have a pastoral emergency and you need to reach a priest, please call 408-246-2781.

PARISH COUNCIL 2026
We welcome St. Nicholas parishioners in good standing to consider running for the 2026 Parish Council. We will be accepting applications for... show morePARISH GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Please see the Agenda in the Special Events section of this e-bulletin for the Parish Assembly Meeting scheduled in the Community Center on Sunday, November 23, 2025, following the liturgy.

CHURCH OFFICE
Please note that Saiyanna will be on vacation from Wednesday, November 19th through Sunday, November 30th. The church office will have limited hours during this time. Please call the office at 408-246-2770 ahead of any visit to make an appointemnt.

However, if you have a pastoral emergency and you need to reach a priest, please call 408-246-2781.

PARISH COUNCIL 2026
We welcome St. Nicholas parishioners in good standing to consider running for the 2026 Parish Council. We will be accepting applications for 8 spots for a term of two years.

The current incumbents who will continue to serve in 2026 are (in alphabetical order): Petros Balaskas, Joanna Dunn, Dimitris Lymberopoulos, George Panos, Nicki Poulos, and George Spilios.

Parish Council Election - Important dates:

October - Self-nomination process begins with the requirements for those wishing to submit their names to run for Parish Council. Please see the Parish Council Application package in the Special Events section of this e-bulletin or your emails. Paper applications are also available in the halls and they have been emailed to you.

Friday, November 14th at 3:00pm - Parish Council Applications will be due for self-nominations.

Sunday, November 23rd - we will gather for our General Assembly meeting where we will accept nominations of candidates.

Sunday, December 7th at noon - mandatory in-person Parish Council Seminar for all qualified candidates.

Sunday, December 14th from 11:30am to 12:30pm - we will hold our Election for Parish Council. Members of the Election Committee and the Stewardship Committee will officiate.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
NEXT PARAKLESIS AND CLASS WILL BE ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH.

Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224 ...show less

CHURCH OFFICE
Please note the office will be closed on Monday, November 10th.

However, if you have a pastoral emergency and you need to reach a priest, please call 408-246-2781.

PARISH COUNCIL 2026
We welcome St. Nicholas parishioners in good standing to consider running for the 2026 Parish Council. We will be accepting applications for 8 spots for a term of two years.

The current incumbents who will continue to serve in 2026 are (in alphabetical order): Petros Balaskas, Joanna Dunn, Dimitris Lymberopoulos, George Panos, Nicki Poulos, and George Spilios.

Parish Council Election - Important dates:

October - Self-nomination process begins with the requirements for those wishing to submit their names to run for Parish Council.... show moreCHURCH OFFICE
Please note the office will be closed on Monday, November 10th.

However, if you have a pastoral emergency and you need to reach a priest, please call 408-246-2781.

PARISH COUNCIL 2026
We welcome St. Nicholas parishioners in good standing to consider running for the 2026 Parish Council. We will be accepting applications for 8 spots for a term of two years.

The current incumbents who will continue to serve in 2026 are (in alphabetical order): Petros Balaskas, Joanna Dunn, Dimitris Lymberopoulos, George Panos, Nicki Poulos, and George Spilios.

Parish Council Election - Important dates:

October - Self-nomination process begins with the requirements for those wishing to submit their names to run for Parish Council. Please see the Parish Council Application package in the Special Events section of this e-bulletin or your emails. Paper applications are also available in the halls and they have been emailed to you.

Friday, November 14th at 3:00pm - Parish Council Applications will be due for self-nominations.

Sunday, November 23rd - we will gather for our General Assembly meeting where we will accept nominations of candidates.

Sunday, December 7th at noon - mandatory in-person Parish Council Seminar for all qualified candidates.

Sunday, December 14th from 11:30am to 12:30pm - we will hold our Election for Parish Council. Members of the Election Committee and the Stewardship Committee will officiate.

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD - DEADLINE IS ON MONDAY!
As we come upon the Christmas holidays, it is time to start planning for our parish’s joyous tradition of greeting one another through the mailing of our Community Christmas Card.

Paper forms have already been mailed out, and you can mail back the paper form to the church office with the names spelled clearly as you would like them to appear on the card, OR you can submit your entry online today by clicking on the link: https://saintnicholas.org/christmas_card

The deadline for submitting names for the Christmas Card is Monday, November 10, 2025.

Please prayerfully consider including a contribution towards the cost of making our card possible. For any questions, please call the church office at 408-246-2770.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
NEXT PARAKLESIS AND CLASS WILL BE ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH.

Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224 ...show less

SUNDAY COFFEE HOUR
We welcome all to Sunday coffee hour hosted by the Missions Ministry in the Small Hall. We extend a heartfelt thank you to our hosts.

Upcoming coffee hour hosts for November 9, 2025: Anthea Antoniou, Marianthi Maroudas, Dina Panagopoulos, Elena Polychronopoulos, and Katerina Polychronopoulos

**Please note: Printed Sunday scripture readings are available in the Narthex**

DAYLIGHT SAVING ENDS
Please remember to turn your clocks back one hour on Sunday, November 2nd.

SPECIAL TRAY - PATRIARCHATE
Sts. Cosmas and Damianos are the patron saints of Philoptochos. In honor of their feastday on November 1st, St. Anna Philoptochos will pass a tray on Sunday, November 2, 2025 with all proceeds going to the Patriarchate... show moreSUNDAY COFFEE HOUR
We welcome all to Sunday coffee hour hosted by the Missions Ministry in the Small Hall. We extend a heartfelt thank you to our hosts.

Upcoming coffee hour hosts for November 9, 2025: Anthea Antoniou, Marianthi Maroudas, Dina Panagopoulos, Elena Polychronopoulos, and Katerina Polychronopoulos

**Please note: Printed Sunday scripture readings are available in the Narthex**

DAYLIGHT SAVING ENDS
Please remember to turn your clocks back one hour on Sunday, November 2nd.

SPECIAL TRAY - PATRIARCHATE
Sts. Cosmas and Damianos are the patron saints of Philoptochos. In honor of their feastday on November 1st, St. Anna Philoptochos will pass a tray on Sunday, November 2, 2025 with all proceeds going to the Patriarchate in Constantinople. Please make checks payable to St. Anna's Philoptochos, and put in the memo for the Patriarchate. Thank you.

PARISH COUNCIL 2026
We welcome St. Nicholas parishioners in good standing to consider running for the 2026 Parish Council. We will be accepting applications for 8 spots for a term of two years.

The current incumbents who will continue to serve in 2026 are (in alphabetical order): Petros Balaskas, Joanna Dunn, Dimitris Lymberopoulos, George Panos, Nicki Poulos, and George Spilios.

Parish Council Election - Important dates:

October - Self-nomination process begins with the requirements for those wishing to submit their names to run for Parish Council. Please see the Parish Council Application package in the Special Events section of this e-bulletin or your emails. Paper applications are also available in the halls and they have been emailed to you.

Friday, November 14th at 3:00pm - Parish Council Applications will be due for self-nominations.
Sunday, November 23rd - we will gather for our General Assembly meeting where we will accept nominations of candidates.
Sunday, December 7th at noon - mandatory in-person Parish Council Seminar for all qualified candidates.
Sunday, December 14th from 11:30am to 12:30pm - we will hold our Election for Parish Council. Members of the Election Committee and the Stewardship Committee will officiate.

PARKING IN RED ZONES
It has been brought to our attention that vehicles have been seen parking in multiple red-zoned areas of our parking lot. We ask that you please obey all marked parking restrictions. Thank you.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD - FORM IS ONLINE!
As we come upon the Christmas holidays, it is time to start planning for our parish’s joyous tradition of greeting one another through the mailing of our Community Christmas Card.

Paper forms have already been mailed out, and you can mail back the paper form to the church office with the names spelled clearly as you would like them to appear on the card, OR you can submit your entry online today by clicking on the link: https://saintnicholas.org/christmas_card

The deadline for submitting names for the Christmas Card is Tuesday, November 10, 2025.

Please prayerfully consider including a contribution towards the cost of making our card possible. For any questions, please call the church office at 408-246-2770.

PLEASE NOTE NEW SENDER EMAIL ADDRESS
000001caaea110d6-dmarc-request@LISTSERV.GOARCH.ORG

Please note that the above is the new VALID sender email address (DMARC address) for the e-bulletin that gets sent via our Archdiocese LISTSERV program. Please notate this address as a safe address if you find it in your spam.

As explained by the Archdiocese Internet Ministry:

The DMARC numbers sender you’re seeing is expected and required by DMARC, the industry standard that prevents spoofing and protects deliverability. Because our LISTSERV must rewrite the sender to pass authentication, neither the underlying address nor the display name can be customized on our system. This is normal behavior and not a defect. The DMARC address is a security measure.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
NEXT PARAKLESIS AND CLASS WILL BE ON MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH.

Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224 ...show less

PLEASE NOTE NEW SENDER EMAIL ADDRESS
000001caaea110d6-dmarc-request@LISTSERV.GOARCH.ORG

Please note that the above is the new VALID sender email address (DMARC address) for the e-bulletin and parish wide emails from our Archdiocese LISTSERV program. Please notate this address as a safe address if you find it in your spam.

As explained by the Archdiocese Internet Ministry:

The DMARC numbers sender you’re seeing is expected and required by DMARC, the industry standard that prevents spoofing and protects deliverability. Because our LISTSERV must rewrite the sender to pass authentication, neither the underlying address nor the display name can be customized on our system. This is normal behavior and not a defect. The DMARC address... show morePLEASE NOTE NEW SENDER EMAIL ADDRESS
000001caaea110d6-dmarc-request@LISTSERV.GOARCH.ORG

Please note that the above is the new VALID sender email address (DMARC address) for the e-bulletin and parish wide emails from our Archdiocese LISTSERV program. Please notate this address as a safe address if you find it in your spam.

As explained by the Archdiocese Internet Ministry:

The DMARC numbers sender you’re seeing is expected and required by DMARC, the industry standard that prevents spoofing and protects deliverability. Because our LISTSERV must rewrite the sender to pass authentication, neither the underlying address nor the display name can be customized on our system. This is normal behavior and not a defect. The DMARC address is a security measure.

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD - FORM IS ONLINE!
As we come upon the Christmas holidays, it is time to start planning for our parish’s joyous tradition of greeting one another through the mailing of our Community Christmas Card.

Paper forms have already been mailed out, and you can mail back the paper form to the church office with the names spelled clearly as you would like them to appear on the card, OR you can submit your entry online today by clicking on the link: https://saintnicholas.org/christmas_card

The deadline for submitting names for the Christmas Card is Tuesday, November 10, 2025.

Please prayerfully consider including a contribution towards the cost of making our card possible. For any questions, please call the church office at 408-246-2770.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
BIBLE STUDY CANCELLED FOR THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30TH

Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224

WARM COAT DRIVE - OCTOBER
St. Nicholas Goya and St. Anna Philoptochos will once more be having a warm coat drive. We will have containers in the Small Hall and in the Community Center for your most welcomed and needed donations.

The Drive will begin on September 1st and end on October 31st and it will benefit the San Jose Family Center.

We thank you for your help in this very worthy need. Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact: Laurie Sahines laurie.sahines@gmail.com or Eva Vathis eperakis1@aol.com. ...show less

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD - FORM IS ONLINE!
As we come upon the Christmas holidays, it is time to start planning for our parish’s joyous tradition of greeting one another through the mailing of our Community Christmas Card.

Paper forms have already been mailed out, and you can mail back the paper form to the church office with the names spelled clearly as you would like them to appear on the card, OR you can submit your entry online today by clicking on the link: https://saintnicholas.org/christmas_card

The deadline for submitting names for the Christmas Card is Tuesday, November 10, 2025.

Please prayerfully consider including a contribution towards the cost of making our card possible. For any questions, please call the church... show moreCOMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD - FORM IS ONLINE!
As we come upon the Christmas holidays, it is time to start planning for our parish’s joyous tradition of greeting one another through the mailing of our Community Christmas Card.

Paper forms have already been mailed out, and you can mail back the paper form to the church office with the names spelled clearly as you would like them to appear on the card, OR you can submit your entry online today by clicking on the link: https://saintnicholas.org/christmas_card

The deadline for submitting names for the Christmas Card is Tuesday, November 10, 2025.

Please prayerfully consider including a contribution towards the cost of making our card possible. For any questions, please call the church office at 408-246-2770.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224

WARM COAT DRIVE - OCTOBER
St. Nicholas Goya and St. Anna Philoptochos will once more be having a warm coat drive. We will have containers in the Small Hall and in the Community Center for your most welcomed and needed donations.

The Drive will begin on September 1st and end on October 31st and it will benefit the San Jose Family Center.

We thank you for your help in this very worthy need. Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact: Laurie Sahines laurie.sahines@gmail.com or Eva Vathis eperakis1@aol.com.

THANK YOU
St Anna Philoptochos and St Nicholas Goya would like to say thank you for your generosity for our Warm Coat Drive. Even while the Drive is still going on, your generosity has been overwhelming.

St Anna Philoptochos would also like to announce the sale of tickets for the annual Philoptochos Christmas Luncheon which will be held on Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Boulder Ridge Golf Club in San Jose. ...show less

NATIONAL CHURCH MUSIC MINISTRY SUNDAY AND SPECIAL TRAY
Sunday, October 5, 2025 is National Church Music Sunday. For over 40 years, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has designated the first Sunday of October as National Church Music Sunday. On this day we honor and celebrate the contributions of Church Musicians from throughout the parishes of our Archdiocese. The National Forum of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians is the Archdiocesan ministry responsible for liturgical music activities and the development, support, and recognition of church musicians. These include choirs, chanters, youth church music programs, and clergy.

On Sunday, October 5th we will have a special tray for your support to keep these much needed services going.... show moreNATIONAL CHURCH MUSIC MINISTRY SUNDAY AND SPECIAL TRAY
Sunday, October 5, 2025 is National Church Music Sunday. For over 40 years, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has designated the first Sunday of October as National Church Music Sunday. On this day we honor and celebrate the contributions of Church Musicians from throughout the parishes of our Archdiocese. The National Forum of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians is the Archdiocesan ministry responsible for liturgical music activities and the development, support, and recognition of church musicians. These include choirs, chanters, youth church music programs, and clergy.

On Sunday, October 5th we will have a special tray for your support to keep these much needed services going. Thank you very much!

ROAD CLOSURES FOR MARATHON
https://www.runrocknroll.com/sites/default/files/2025-09/RnR_San_Jose_Road_Closure_Brochure_2025.pdf

Please be aware of neighborhood road closures for the RocknRoll Half Marathon near the church on Sunday, October 5th. Please click on the above link to see the road closure map. In general, The Alameda, Naglee Ave, Park Ave, and Hedding Street near the church will be closed. Those who normally take Highway 880 to church shouldn't find any impediments.

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD - FORM IS ONLINE!
As we come upon the Christmas holidays, it is time to start planning for our parish’s joyous tradition of greeting one another through the mailing of our Community Christmas Card.

Paper forms have already been mailed out, and you can mail back the paper form to the church office with the names spelled clearly as you would like them to appear on the card, OR you can submit your entry online today by clicking on the link: https://saintnicholas.org/christmas_card

The deadline for submitting names for the Christmas Card is Tuesday, November 10, 2025.

Please prayerfully consider including a contribution towards the cost of making our card possible. For any questions, please call the church office at 408-246-2770.


ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224

WARM COAT DRIVE - OCTOBER
St. Nicholas Goya and St. Anna Philoptochos will once more be having a warm coat drive. We will have containers in the Small Hall and in the Community Center for your most welcomed and needed donations.

The Drive will begin on September 1st and end on October 31st and it will benefit the San Jose Family Center.

We thank you for your help in this very worthy need. Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact: Laurie Sahines laurie.sahines@gmail.com or Eva Vathis eperakis1@aol.com.

NEW CITY MANDATE - SEPARATION OF TRASH
New City Of San Jose mandate requires us to make changes to our trash. We now have to separate our trash into 2 different garbage cans.

Please place food and paper products only in the new green bin. Place all other trash in our normal garbage containers.

Each is labeled with pictures to guide you. We apologize for any inconvenience and greatly appreciate your help and cooperation. ...show less

NATIONAL CHURCH MUSIC MINISTRY SUNDAY AND SPECIAL TRAY
Sunday, October 5, 2025 is National Church Music Sunday. For over 40 years, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has designated the first Sunday of October as National Church Music Sunday. On this day we honor and celebrate the contributions of Church Musicians from throughout the parishes of our Archdiocese. The National Forum of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians is the Archdiocesan ministry responsible for liturgical music activities and the development, support, and recognition of church musicians. These include choirs, chanters, youth church music programs, and clergy.

On Sunday, October 5th we will have a special tray for your support to keep these much needed services going.... show moreNATIONAL CHURCH MUSIC MINISTRY SUNDAY AND SPECIAL TRAY
Sunday, October 5, 2025 is National Church Music Sunday. For over 40 years, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has designated the first Sunday of October as National Church Music Sunday. On this day we honor and celebrate the contributions of Church Musicians from throughout the parishes of our Archdiocese. The National Forum of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians is the Archdiocesan ministry responsible for liturgical music activities and the development, support, and recognition of church musicians. These include choirs, chanters, youth church music programs, and clergy.

On Sunday, October 5th we will have a special tray for your support to keep these much needed services going. Thank you very much!

ROAD CLOSURES FOR MARATHON
https://www.runrocknroll.com/sites/default/files/2025-09/RnR_San_Jose_Road_Closure_Brochure_2025.pdf

Please be aware of neighborhood road closures for the RocknRoll Half Marathon near the church on Sunday, October 5th. Please click on the above link to see the road closure map. In general, The Alameda, Naglee Ave, Park Ave, and Hedding Street near the church will be closed. Those who normally take Highway 880 to church shouldn't find any impediments.

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD - FORM IS ONLINE!
As we come upon the Christmas holidays, it is time to start planning for our parish’s joyous tradition of greeting one another through the mailing of our Community Christmas Card.

Paper forms have already been mailed out, and you can mail back the paper form to the church office with the names spelled clearly as you would like them to appear on the card, OR you can submit your entry online today by clicking on the link: https://saintnicholas.org/christmas_card

The deadline for submitting names for the Christmas Card is Tuesday, November 10, 2025.

Please prayerfully consider including a contribution towards the cost of making our card possible. For any questions, please call the church office at 408-246-2770.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study continues on Thursdays at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
Join us Monday nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224

WARM COAT DRIVE - OCTOBER
St. Nicholas Goya and St. Anna Philoptochos will once more be having a warm coat drive. We will have containers in the Small Hall and in the Community Center for your most welcomed and needed donations.

The Drive will begin on September 1st and end on October 31st and it will benefit the San Jose Family Center.

We thank you for your help in this very worthy need. Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact: Laurie Sahines laurie.sahines@gmail.com or Eva Vathis eperakis1@aol.com.

NEW CITY MANDATE - SEPARATION OF TRASH
New City Of San Jose mandate requires us to make changes to our trash. We now have to separate our trash into 2 different garbage cans.

Please place food and paper products only in the new green bin. Place all other trash in our normal garbage containers.

Each is labeled with pictures to guide you. We apologize for any inconvenience and greatly appreciate your help and cooperation. ...show less

LINKS IN THIS E-BULLETIN ACCESSED FROM MOBILE DEVICES
When reading the e-bulletin from your mobile device, links in the articles may not function correctly resulting in an error message on your cellphone. The Archdiocese is working to fix this. In the meantime, if you are experiencing this issue, please use your computer instead of your cellphone to access links in the e-bulletin or you can cut and paste the link manually in your browser. Thank you for your patience.

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD - FORM IS ONLINE!
As we come upon the Christmas holidays, it is time to start planning for our parish’s joyous tradition of greeting one another through the mailing of our Community Christmas Card.

Paper forms have already been mailed out,... show moreLINKS IN THIS E-BULLETIN ACCESSED FROM MOBILE DEVICES
When reading the e-bulletin from your mobile device, links in the articles may not function correctly resulting in an error message on your cellphone. The Archdiocese is working to fix this. In the meantime, if you are experiencing this issue, please use your computer instead of your cellphone to access links in the e-bulletin or you can cut and paste the link manually in your browser. Thank you for your patience.

COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CARD - FORM IS ONLINE!
As we come upon the Christmas holidays, it is time to start planning for our parish’s joyous tradition of greeting one another through the mailing of our Community Christmas Card.

Paper forms have already been mailed out, and you can mail back the paper form to the church office with the names spelled clearly as you would like them to appear on the card, OR you can submit your entry online today by clicking on the link: https://saintnicholas.org/christmas_card

The deadline for submitting names for the Christmas Card is Tuesday, November 10, 2025.

Please prayerfully consider including a contribution towards the cost of making our card possible. For any questions, please call the church office at 408-246-2770.

AN INVITATION TO HOST COFFEE HOUR
As part of our revitalized coffee hour program, we’re calling on all ministries, organizations, and our parishioners (individually or in teams!) to sign up to host one or more coffee hours over the course of the year. We’ll supply the coffee/ cream/ sugar, tablecloths, napkins, utensils – and you supply the goodies (pastries, donuts, bagels, small sandwiches, fruit/ vegetable/ cheese platters or other similar items). Please reach out to Penny Pagonis or Nicole Perakis (coffeehour@saintnicholas.org) to sign-up and learn more about hosting a coffee hour.

CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
Join us Monday Nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm beginning on Monday, September 29th.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224

SPECIAL BLESSING - OCTOBER 1ST - HAWAII IVERON ICON MYRRH
We have received a special blessing of a small amount of cotton swabs filed with myrrh from the wonder-working Icon of Iveron in Hawaii. If anyone would like to receive a cotton swab and icon of this myrrh please come to the Feast of Panagia - Asia Skepi on October 1st where the myrrh will be distributed to anyone who would like some, on a first-come, first-served basis immediately following the Divine Liturgy.

We Thank God and Panagia for this special blessing and pray that they bless us always.

WARM COAT DRIVE - OCTOBER
St. Nicholas Goya and St. Anna Philoptochos will once more be having a warm coat drive. We will have containers in the Small Hall and in the Community Center for your most welcomed and needed donations.

The Drive will begin on September 1st and end on October 31st and it will benefit the San Jose Family Center.

We thank you for your help in this very worthy need. Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact: Laurie Sahines laurie.sahines@gmail.com or Eva Vathis eperakis1@aol.com.

NEW CITY MANDATE - SEPARATION OF TRASH
New City Of San Jose mandate requires us to make changes to our trash. We now have to separate our trash into 2 different garbage cans.

Please place food and paper products only in the new green bin. Place all other trash in our normal garbage containers.

Each is labeled with pictures to guide you. We apologize for any inconvenience and greatly appreciate your help and cooperation.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study begins Thursday, October 2nd at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

NATIONAL CHURCH MUSIC MINISTRY SUNDAY AND SPECIAL TRAY
Sunday, October 5, 2025 is National Church Music Sunday. For over 40 years, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has designated the first Sunday of October as National Church Music Sunday. On this day we honor and celebrate the contributions of Church Musicians from throughout the parishes of our Archdiocese. The National Forum of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians is the Archdiocesan ministry responsible for liturgical music activities and the development, support, and recognition of church musicians. These include choirs, chanters, youth church music programs, and clergy.

On Sunday, October 5th we will have a special tray for your support to keep these much needed services going. Thank you very much! ...show less

AN INVITATION TO HOST COFFEE HOUR
As part of our revitalized coffee hour program, we’re calling on all ministries, organizations, and our parishioners (individually or in teams!) to sign up to host one or more coffee hours over the course of the year. We’ll supply the coffee/ cream/ sugar, tablecloths, napkins, utensils – and you supply the goodies (pastries, donuts, bagels, small sandwiches, fruit/ vegetable/ cheese platters or other similar items). Please reach out to Penny Pagonis or Nicole Perakis (coffeehour@saintnicholas.org) to sign-up and learn more about hosting a coffee hour.

SUNDAY SCHOOL - PLEASE REGISTER
We’re joyfully preparing for the new Sunday School year and can’t wait to welcome your children back! Our first... show moreAN INVITATION TO HOST COFFEE HOUR
As part of our revitalized coffee hour program, we’re calling on all ministries, organizations, and our parishioners (individually or in teams!) to sign up to host one or more coffee hours over the course of the year. We’ll supply the coffee/ cream/ sugar, tablecloths, napkins, utensils – and you supply the goodies (pastries, donuts, bagels, small sandwiches, fruit/ vegetable/ cheese platters or other similar items). Please reach out to Penny Pagonis or Nicole Perakis (coffeehour@saintnicholas.org) to sign-up and learn more about hosting a coffee hour.

SUNDAY SCHOOL - PLEASE REGISTER
We’re joyfully preparing for the new Sunday School year and can’t wait to welcome your children back! Our first day of classes will be Sunday, September 21st, beginning with a blessed Agiasmo service to start the year in prayer and unity.

🍦 And to celebrate—ice cream for all following the services! A joyful treat to kick off a year of learning, laughter, and faith.

If you haven’t registered your child yet, we kindly ask that you do so as soon as possible to ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for all.

Thank you for your continued support and for entrusting us with your children’s spiritual journey. We look forward to a year filled with:

📖 Learning
😄 Laughter
✝️ Faith
📌 Register here: https://forms.gle/SmWFEMyuKbZ5zfar7


CHRISTIANITY 101: HERETICS AND SAINTS OF THE EARLY CHURCH
Join us Monday Nights for Paraklisis at 5pm followed by a Christianity 101 course taught by Fr. Nebojsa Pantic at 6:15 pm beginning on Monday, September 29th.

This semester we will illustrate how the early church was formed, the foundation of the “cult of the saints” as well as how the church faced early heresies and heretics, leading up the 1st Ecumenical Council. The course will cover a very generalized look at the first 300 years of the early church, its history, and its implications on our life today. All are welcome to attend this HYBRID course in-person or on zoom:

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7084362224

Meeting ID: 708 436 2224

NEW CITY MANDATE - SEPARATION OF TRASH
New City Of San Jose mandate requires us to make changes to our trash. We now have to separate our trash into 2 different garbage cans.

Please place food and paper products only in the new green bin. Place all other trash in our normal garbage containers.

Each is labeled with pictures to guide you. We apologize for any inconvenience and greatly appreciate your help and cooperation.

CHURCH OFFICE
Please note that Saiyanna will be away from the office on Friday, September 19th and Monday, September 22nd.

However, if you have a pastoral emergency and you need to reach a priest, please call 408-246-2781.

WARM COAT DRIVE - OCTOBER
St. Nicholas Goya and St. Anna Philoptochos will once more be having a warm coat drive. We will have containers in the Small Hall and in the Community Center for your most welcomed and needed donations.

The Drive will begin on September 1st and end on October 31st and it will benefit the San Jose Family Center.

We thank you for your help in this very worthy need. Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact: Laurie Sahines laurie.sahines@gmail.com or Eva Vathis eperakis1@aol.com.

SPECIAL BLESSING - OCTOBER 1ST - HAWAII IVERON ICON MYRRH
We have received a special blessing of a small amount of cotton swabs filed with myrrh from the wonder-working Icon of Iveron in Hawaii. If anyone would like to receive a cotton swab and icon of this myrrh please come to the Feast of Panagia - Asia Skepi on October 1st where the myrrh will be distributed to anyone who would like some, on a first-come, first-served basis.

We Thank God and Panagia for this special blessing and pray that they bless us always.

ST. NICHOLAS BIBLE STUDY - THURSDAY MORNINGS
Come and see, hear and taste that the Lord is Good! St. Nicholas Bible Study begins Thursday, October 2nd at 10:00am with Fr. James in the Church Office Conference Room. Bring your Bible; coffee and refreshments provided. Theme: Reflecting on the Sunday Gospels.

NATIONAL CHURCH MUSIC MINISTRY SUNDAY AND SPECIAL TRAY
Sunday, October 5, 2025 is National Church Music Sunday. For over 40 years, the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America has designated the first Sunday of October as National Church Music Sunday. On this day we honor and celebrate the contributions of Church Musicians from throughout the parishes of our Archdiocese. The National Forum of Greek Orthodox Church Musicians is the Archdiocesan ministry responsible for liturgical music activities and the development, support, and recognition of church musicians. These include choirs, chanters, youth church music programs, and clergy.

On Sunday, October 5th we will have a special tray for your support to keep these much needed services going. Thank you very much!

LINKS IN THIS E-BULLETIN ACCESSED FROM MOBILE DEVICES
When reading the e-bulletin from your mobile device, links in the articles may not function correctly resulting in an error message on your cellphone. The Archdiocese is working to fix this. In the meantime, if you are experiencing this issue, please use your computer instead of your cellphone to access links in the e-bulletin. Thank you for your patience. ...show less

ROAD CLOSURES FOR VIVA CALLESJ - SUNDAY
A public event, Viva CalleSJ, will be happening in San Jose this Sunday, September 7th with some streets closing for event near the church. Please reference the website https://www.vivacallesj.org to see the event and road closure map.

WARM COAT DRIVE - OCTOBER
St. Nicholas Goya and St. Anna Philoptochos will once more be having a warm coat drive. We will have containers in the Small Hall and in the Community Cccccenter for your most welcomed and needed donations.

The Drive will begin on September 1st and end on October 31st and it will benefit the San Jose Family Center.

We thank you for your help in this very worthy need. Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free... show moreROAD CLOSURES FOR VIVA CALLESJ - SUNDAY
A public event, Viva CalleSJ, will be happening in San Jose this Sunday, September 7th with some streets closing for event near the church. Please reference the website https://www.vivacallesj.org to see the event and road closure map.

WARM COAT DRIVE - OCTOBER
St. Nicholas Goya and St. Anna Philoptochos will once more be having a warm coat drive. We will have containers in the Small Hall and in the Community Cccccenter for your most welcomed and needed donations.

The Drive will begin on September 1st and end on October 31st and it will benefit the San Jose Family Center.

We thank you for your help in this very worthy need. Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact: Laurie Sahines laurie.sahines@gmail.com or Eva Vathis eperakis1@aol.com.

NEW DANCE GROUP: "TA MIKRA"
A new dance group for Kindergarten and 1st Grade students (No TK), Ta Mikra, will begin on September 14th. Dancers should meet in the Sunday School Courtyard after Liturgy.

SUNDAY SCHOOL - PLEASE REGISTER
We’re joyfully preparing for the new Sunday School year and can’t wait to welcome your children back! Our first day of classes will be Sunday, September 20th, beginning with a blessed Agiasmo service to start the year in prayer and unity.

🍦 And to celebrate—ice cream for all following the services! A joyful treat to kick off a year of learning, laughter, and faith.

If you haven’t registered your child yet, we kindly ask that you do so as soon as possible to ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for all.

Thank you for your continued support and for entrusting us with your children’s spiritual journey. We look forward to a year filled with:

📖 Learning
😄 Laughter
✝️ Faith
With love in Christ,
The Sunday School Team

📌 Register here: https://forms.gle/SmWFEMyuKbZ5zfar7 ...show less

PRAYERS FOR VICTIMS OF THE MINNEAPOLIS SCHOOL SHOOTING
Our deepest sympathy and our prayers go out to those victims and their families and community who lost their peace and lives in Minneapolis.

Please read the message from the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco: https://sanfran.goarch.org/news/prayers-for-victims-of-the-minneapolis-school-shooting

YOUNG ADULT CONFERENCE
Fr. James is attending the Young Adult Conference in Seattle. Please pray for all the young adults attending that our Lord will guide them to spiritual maturity.

HALLS CLOSURE NOTICE - AUGUST 25-29TH
Important notice: The Community Center and Small Hall will be closed from Monday, August 25th through Friday, August 29th for floor refinishing. We kindly... show morePRAYERS FOR VICTIMS OF THE MINNEAPOLIS SCHOOL SHOOTING
Our deepest sympathy and our prayers go out to those victims and their families and community who lost their peace and lives in Minneapolis.

Please read the message from the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco: https://sanfran.goarch.org/news/prayers-for-victims-of-the-minneapolis-school-shooting

YOUNG ADULT CONFERENCE
Fr. James is attending the Young Adult Conference in Seattle. Please pray for all the young adults attending that our Lord will guide them to spiritual maturity.

HALLS CLOSURE NOTICE - AUGUST 25-29TH
Important notice: The Community Center and Small Hall will be closed from Monday, August 25th through Friday, August 29th for floor refinishing. We kindly ask that you do not enter either hall during this period. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

CHURCH OFFICE
Please note that the office will be closed on Monday, September 1st for the Labor Day holiday.

However, if you have a pastoral emergency and you need to reach a priest, please call 408-246-2781.

WARM COAT DRIVE - OCTOBER
St. Nicholas Goya and St. Anna Philoptochos will once more be having a warm coat drive. We will have containers in the Small Hall and in the Community Center for your most welcomed and needed donations.

The Drive will begin on September 1st and end on October 31st and it will benefit the San Jose Family Center.

We thank you for your help in this very worthy need. Should you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact: Laurie Sahines laurie.sahines@gmail.com or Eva Vathis eperakis1@aol.com.

SUNDAY SCHOOL - PLEASE REGISTER
We’re joyfully preparing for the new Sunday School year and can’t wait to welcome your children back! Our first day of classes will be Sunday, September 21st, beginning with our blessed Agiasmo service to start the year in prayer and unity.

If you haven’t registered your child yet, please do so as soon as possible to ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for all.

Thank you for your continued support and for entrusting us with your children’s spiritual journey. We look forward to a year filled with learning, laughter, and faith.

Registration here: https://forms.gle/SmWFEMyuKbZ5zfar7

NEW DANCE GROUP: "TA MIKRA"
A new dance group for Kindergarten and 1st Grade students (No TK), Ta Mikra, will begin on September 14th. Dancers should meet in the Sunday School Courtyard after Liturgy.

...show less