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Metropolis of San Francisco celebrates 15 HCHC graduates this year
Wed, 27 May 2026
Congratulations to the 15 students from the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco that graduated from Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology Students on Saturday, May 16,...
At spring meeting, Archdiocesan Presbyters Council discusses new initiatives, ministry updates
Wed, 27 May 2026
The Archdiocesan Presbyters Council (APC) held its Spring Meeting at Saint Barbara Greek Orthodox Church in Orange, Connecticut, from May 12–13, 2026. The APC Board is comprised of two representatives...
Jeannie Ranglas awarded HCHC’s Honorary Doctorate of Humanities
Wed, 27 May 2026
Jeannie Ranglas—Philoptochos President for the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco, faithful steward, philanthropist, and dedicated volunteer—was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Humanities degree during the 84th Commencement of Hellenic...
Archbishop Elpidophoros visits Mount Athos with HCHC students
Mon, 25 May 2026
On May 25, Archbishop Elpidophoros of America traveled with the rising seniors from Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology for an educational pilgrimage to the monastic region...
San Francisco’s 2026 YAL Conference will leave young adults “ROOTED” in faith and fellowship
Fri, 22 May 2026
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,...