Feast of the Assumption and Parish Picnic at St. John
Monday, August 17, 2026
St. John celebrated the Feast of the Assumption with the Divine Liturgy, the Great Blessing of Grapes, and a well-attended parish picnic.
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2026 Armenian Food Festival Cooking Schedule
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Our Armenian Food Festival takes place Saturday–Sunday, October 24–25. Preparations begin in July, and parishioners are warmly invited to help us prepare the food that makes the Festival possible. Sign up to volunteer for upcoming Food Festival preparation sessions.
St. John Bible Day Camp Brings Faith, Fun, and Friendship to Life
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Last week, St. John Armenian Church joyfully welcomed children for its first Bible Day Camp—a week filled with prayer, learning, service, Armenian culture, and friendship. Centered on the Holy Trinity and the Church, the camp invited children to discover that faith is not only something we learn about, but something we pray, sing, serve, and live together.
Father’s Day Car Show at St. John Church
Friday, June 26, 2026
On Sunday, June 21, 2026, St. John celebrated Father's Day with its very first Car Show following the Divine Liturgy. After enjoying a delicious hot dog lunch graciously hosted by the St. John Parish Council, everyone gathered in the parking lot to admire the beautiful vehicles on display. The event brought our community together to celebrate Father's Day with fellowship, laughter, photos, and fun for all ages.
St. John Welcomes Archbishop Hovnan Derderian for Annual Visit
Sunday, June 14, 2026
St. John welcomed Archbishop Hovnan Derderian on June 14 for a joyful parish visit that included the ordination of two altar servers and a special recognition of Yn. Betty Sempadian.
Mother's Day Celebration at St. John Armenian Church
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
St. John Church Celebrates Mother’s Day
Sunday, May 10, 2026, was a special and joyful day for the parish family of St. John Church as the community gathered to celebrate Mother’s Day together. Following the church service, parishioners were welcomed to a beautiful brunch prepared with love and dedication by a hardworking group of volunteers.
The Paul Family Fellowship Hall was beautifully decorated with flowers, and the tables were arranged with elegance and care, creating a warm and festive atmosphere for everyone in attendance.
A Historic First: Pan Oriental Orthodox Concelebrated Liturgy in the Bay Area
Wednesday, May 13, 2026
On May 9, 2026, St. John's Armenian Apostolic Church in San Francisco hosted the first-ever pan Oriental Orthodox concelebrated Divine Liturgy in the Bay Area — a historic occasion uniting faithful and clergy from various Oriental Orthodox traditions in shared prayer and worship.
St. John Bible Day Camp - A Week of Faith, Fun & Friendship
Thursday, April 9, 2026
St. John Armenian Church is exploring a new Bible Day Camp for children ages 5-11 this July! Fill out our interest survey to help us gauge interest and plan the best experience for our parish youth.
AAA Advocacy Conference Scholarships Available
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Are you ready to turn your passion into action? Join Armenians from across the nation at the Armenian Assembly of America Advocacy Summit in Washington, D.C., from April 14 to April 15, 2026. This is a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the democratic process through exclusive briefings and direct advocacy meetings with lawmakers. The summit will culminate in a powerful Armenian Genocide Commemoration event on Capitol Hill, uniting our voices for a common cause.
Halfway Through Lent: Elevate Your Journey with Fast & Pray
Wednesday, March 11, 2026
The faithful of St. John Parish are warmly encouraged, if they have not already done so, to sign up and take part in the Great Lent fasting journey offered through https://fastandpray.app. This resource provides a meaningful way to enter more deeply into the season through daily guidance, reflection, and encouragement, helping each participant walk the Lenten path with greater intention and faithfulness.
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