Saints Feasts and Readings for Friday, July 18, 2025
(6th Friday after Pentecost)
Epistle Reading
Gospel Reading
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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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Metropolitan's Messages • July 3, 2025
Statement from His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos on Cyprus 2025
On July 20, 1974, the island of Cyprus was invaded by Turkish forces bringing about destruction, persecution, loss of homes and livelihood, loss of lives and driving many into lives in exile.
Read MoreMeditations • July 1, 2025
St. Sophrony Sakharov: The Testimony of a Modern Saint
St. Sophrony's depth of holiness and bold teachings are an excellent challenge our faith and spiritual condition.
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2025 Metropolis of San Francisco YAL Conference to “RENEW” Young Adults in Faith and Fellowship
The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Young Adult League (YAL) is pleased to announce the 2025 YAL Conference, taking place over Labor Day Weekend, August 28 – September 1, 2025, in Seattle.
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