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Divine Services

Sunday Services
(Regular Schedule)

Orthros: 8:45 AM
Divine Liturgy: 10:00 AM

Weekdays
(when scheduled)

Orthros: 8:30 AM
Divine Liturgy: 9:30 AM


Great Vespers

Saturday at 5:30 PM

Live Webcast

Sunday Orthros & Divine Liturgy
Weekday Services
Saturday Great Vespers

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Recorded Sermons

List of recorded sermons
from liturgy and other
church holidays

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Sunday Bulletin

This upcoming week's services,
special announcements,
and other daily church events

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Join Our Bible Study

Join us on our weekly Bible Study
as well as our Studies
in the Faith classes

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Join the Ladies Philoptochos Society at one of their
wonderful philanthropic events and witness first hand
how they make a difference in the lives of so many people.

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You are invited to light a candle for yourself or for your
loved ones. Each morning Father Peter will light the
candles for all those that have requested.

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Announcements

HYMNS FOR SUNDAY

Click here for Sunday's Hymns in PDF.   

FAMILY TO FAMILY SHARING!

As is our custom at Holy Cross we are sponsoring many families from our surrounding community - San Mateo, San Carlos and Redwood City. Our commitment is to provide gifts for each child in the family and food gift cards for each family. To participate, please consider choosing a child or two from the Giving Tree (found in The Oaks lobby) and providing them with gifts (total value of $50 to $75) or making a monetary donation. Please see Anastacia Stamates after church or contact at anastaciams68@gmail.com or 650-868-2569 for more information.

   

CHRISTMAS TREE LOT IS OPEN - and we need YOU!

Our 2024 Christmas Tree Lot is open everyday until we're sold out. Click here for the official Tree Lot Flyer. OR please click here for the sales/ordering site!

Please use these links to sign up to help at the Lot:
CLICK HERE to volunteer for any Saturdays and Sundays.
o For weekdays, please CLICK HERE to volunteer. 
Email Konstantine or a relevant youth group ministry head with any questions. Thank you!

   

ANNUAL PHILOPTOCHOS CHRISTMAS TEA - Sunday, December 15

Join us following Divine Liturgy for our annual Luncheon/Desserts/Punch. There's a Shopping Bazaar, baked goodies, and a special drawing (chance to win monetary and other prizes). Add your voice to our Christmas Carols Sing-Along!  Donation is $10, children under 12, free. Packaged pastries for sale, too ($20-$25) -- GREAT for holiday gifting! All proceeds benefit Holy Cross' Family Sharing Program. Click here to donate to this worthy cause.

   

PHILOPTOCHOS NEWS - The Philoptochos Phlash for NOVEMBER 2024

Click here to read the latest issue of The Philoptochos Phlash!

   

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM REHEARSAL - Saturday, December 14

for all our young people, 10 AM to 1 PM in The Oaks. Info: Eva Canellos, 650-400-1610.

 

   

CALLING YOUNG CHRISTMAS PROGRAM ACTORS!

Casting has started for the Holy Cross Christmas Program on Sun., Dec. 15, 5-6 pm, and we need lots of young people to play Shepherds, Stable Animals, Wise Men, Angels, Prophets, Mary & Joseph! We want YOUR CHILD in the beautiful Nativity Scene. There are Speaking and Non-Speaking roles. Please specify. Contact Eva Canellos, 650-400-1610, Helene Nemchik, 650-224-4809, or Irene Fotinos, 650-888-3047. Everyone must attend the big rehearsal on Sat, Dec. 14, 10 AM - 1 PM, and students with speaking roles must also attend two additional rehearsals on Thur & Fri, Dec. 12 & 13, 6:45-8 PM.   

CHRISTMAS PROGRAM - Sunday, December 15

Join us for a beautiful & fun celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, from 5-6 PM in The Oaks. Featuring performances by our choir, Sunday School, Greek School, & drama program, plus a sing-along & a visitor from the North Pole! Info: Eva Canellos, 650-400-1610.

   

PERSONALIZED CALL FROM SANTA!

Sign up for a personalized virtual call from Santa for your children. Don't miss this opportunity to share the Spirit of Christmas with your family! December 6 thru 24. Signup by visiting: www.stnicholas-tele-santa.com

   

THE CARE CLOSET NEEDS YOUR HELP

Donate basic hygiene and daily care items to children of San Mateo Park Elementary School. Deposit items in collection box in our Fellowship Hall or go to: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/WS5GGCPZ6YBR?ref_=wl_share and order on-line shipping directly to school. Philoptochos appreciates your support. Email here if you have questions: cphopkins322@gmail.com

   

PAN HELLENIC SCHOLARSHIPS and INTERNSHIPS AVAILABLE

$250,000 in scholarships are available!  The application (due on January 31, 2025), criteria, requirements, and guidelines are available at www.panhellenicsf.org.  Click here for the flyer, or contact 312-357-6432 or info@panhellenicsf.org for info.   

EIGHT DATES - ends January 9!

The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Family Wellness Ministry and the Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministries invite you to journey with us through Eight Dates - Essential Conversations for a Lifetime of Love by John and Julie Gottman, Ph.D. Held twice monthly on Thursday evenings via Zoom. Each session is designed by our Family Wellness Ministry team to engage couples in essential conversations. Register by clicking here, or click here to learn more.   

Upcoming Services

Saturday, December 7 – Great Vespers, 5:30 PM
Sunday, December 8 – Tenth Sunday of Luke – 8:45 AM, Orthros, 10:00 AM, Divine Liturgy
Monday, December 9 – Conception of the Theotokos – 8:30 AM, Orthros; 9:30 AM, Divine Liturgy
Thursday, December 12 – Saint Spyridon the Wonderworker – 8:30 AM, Orthros; 9:30 AM, Divine Liturgy
Saturday, December 14 – Great Vespers, 5:30 PM
Sunday, December 15 – Saint Eleftherios / Eleventh Sunday of Luke – 8:45 AM, Orthros, 10:00 AM, Divine Liturgy
Tuesday, Dec 17 – Saint Dionysios – 8:30 AM, Orthros; 9:30 AM, Divine Liturgy
Saturday, December 21 – Great Vespers, 5:30 PM
Sunday, December 22 – Sunday Before the Nativity – 8:45 AM, Orthros, 10:00 AM, Divine Liturgy
Monday, December 23 – Vesperal Liturgy of Saint Basil – 7:00 PM
Tuesday, December 24 – Great Hours of the Nativity – 8:30 AM
Tuesday, December 24 – Eve of the Nativity of Christ – 7:00 PM, Matins, 8:00 PM, Divine Liturgy
Wednesday, December 25 – Nativity of Christ – 9 AM, Matins, 10 AM, Divine Liturgy
Friday, December 27 – Saint Stephen the First Martyr – 8:30 AM Orthros, 9:30 AM, Divine Liturgy
Saturday, December 28 – Great Vespers, 5:30 PM
Sunday, December 29 – Sunday Following the Nativity – 8:45 AM, Orthros, 10:00 AM, Divine Liturgy
Wednesday, January 1 – 8:30 AM, Orthros; 9:30 AM, Divine Liturgy
Saturday, January 4 – Great Vespers, 5:30 PM
Sunday, January 5 – Sunday Before Holy Theophany – 8:45 AM, Orthros, 10:00 AM, Divine Liturgy / Blessing of the Waters
Monday, January 6 – Holy Theophany – 8:30 AM, Orthros; 9:30 AM, Divine Liturgy / Blessing of the Waters

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