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Ministry in Action. Faith in Motion.

Registration is now open for the 2026 Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Clergy-Laity Assembly to be held Tuesday, January 27 – Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at Saint Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center in Dunlap, CA. This year’s Assembly theme is “Ministry in Action. Faith in Motion.” and will feature the ministries of our Metropolis through workshops, an interactive panel and a Ministry Pavilion. The theme is inspired from this passage, “As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God” (1 Peter 4:10) which captures the dynamic and living expression of our Metropolis ministries. It further highlights that our work is not static. Rather, it is active, purposeful, and guided by faith. Each of our 13 ministries plays a vital role in shaping the spiritual life of our clergy and faithful and together, they form a unified network of service, education, care, and support across our Metropolis.

We are honored that His Eminence Archbishop Elpidophoros of America will be with us again, to share in this gathering and offer his Archpastoral support and love for our Metropolis. 

Parishes in the Metropolis are reminded to have full representation as specified in the 2019 Uniform Regulations of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, with four delegates in attendance comprised of the following:

1. The Parish Priest.
2. The President of the Parish Council, and in his or her absence the Vice President, or in his or her absence any member of the Parish Council designated by it.
3. Two members of the Parish elected by the Parish Assembly.

Register today through January 14, 2026 at sanfran.goarch.org/CLA2026. 

Schedule

Tuesday, January 27

MINISTRY WORKSHOPS (optional)
9:00 a.m. – 10:15 a.m.
10:30 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Join us for engaging workshops and learn more about some of our ministries including: Church Music, Family Wellness, Missions and Evangelism, Orthodox Parish Leadership, Youth, and Youth Safety.

10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Registration for Clergy Laity Assembly

12:00 p.m. Lunch

1:00 p.m. ***CONVENING OF ASSEMBLY*** – Metropolitan Gerasimos

• Opening Prayer Service – Archbishop Elpidophoros
• Designation of Presiding Officer and Secretary – Metropolitan Gerasimos

1:30 p.m. Archpastoral Message – Archbishop Elpidophoros

2:00 p.m. Keynote Address – Metropolitan Gerasimos

2:30 p.m. Introduction of Metropolis Council, Archdiocesan Council, and Audit Committee Candidates – Bishop Ioannis

3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Ministry Panel

5:30 p.m. Great Vespers – Monastery of the Theotokos the Life-Giving Spring

7:00 p.m. Dinner

8:00 p.m. Elections, Ministry Pavilion and Dessert Reception – Spanos Faith and Heritage Center

Wednesday, January 28

8:00 a.m. Hierarchical Divine Liturgy Twenty-One Year Memorial for +His Eminence Metropolitan Anthony – Monastery of the Theotokos the Life-Giving Spring

10:30 a.m. Brunch

11:15 a.m. Group Photo

11:30 a.m. Continuation of Assembly

• Metropolis Philoptochos – Jeannie Ranglas
• Approval of Minutes from the 2025 Assembly
• Report of Metropolis Council - Isidoros Garifalakis
• Metropolis Financial Report - Michael Syrengelas
• Review and Approval of Metropolis Budget - George Psefteas
• New Business

1:45 p.m. –3:15 p.m. Ministry Panel (continued)

3:15 p.m. Closing Remarks

• Metropolitan Gerasimos
• Archbishop Elpidophoros

4:00 p.m. Adjournment

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Documents

Coming soon!

Beloved Clergy and Parish Councils of the Metropolis of San Francisco,

“As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another,  as good stewards of the manifold grace of God” 1 Peter 4:10

Preparations are underway for the 2026 Clergy-Laity Assembly for our Metropolis. This is an opportunity for our clergy and lay leaders of our parishes to come together, to learn and grow in our faith, gain new insights into the ministries and programs offered by our Metropolis, and take an active role in the governance of our Church.

This year’s Assembly will be held on Tuesday, January 27 beginning at 12:00 p.m., and will conclude on Wednesday, January 28 at 4:00 p.m. The theme of our gathering is “Ministry in Action. Faith in Motion.” and will highlight the ministries of our Metropolis through workshops, panel discussions, and an interactive Ministry Pavilion. We will once again meet at Saint Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center in Dunlap, CA. There will be optional ministry workshops from 9:00 a.m. until Noon on Tuesday, January 27 for delegates who wish to arrive on Monday evening or early in the morning on Tuesday.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Ranch, a beautiful gathering space and cornerstone ministry of our Metropolis. A detailed agenda and registration materials will be provided in the coming weeks with further details on the schedule as well as a registration link.

As specified in the 2019 Uniform Regulations of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, each parish is expected to have four delegates in attendance at the Clergy-Laity Assembly, comprised of the following:

1. The Parish Priest.
2. The President of the Parish Council, and in his or her absence the Vice President, or in his or her absence any member of the Parish Council designated by it.
3. Two members of the Parish elected by the Parish Assembly.

Please make sure this important item is placed on the agenda of your upcoming Parish Assembly Meeting so that you may elect these delegates to ensure full participation from your parish.

I look forward to the active participation of all our communities. Please come with an open mind and an open heart, ready and willing to spread the Gospel of Jesus Christ and be a beacon of God’s love in your parishes.

With Love in Christ,
+ G E R A S I M O S
Metropolitan of San Francisco