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.
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 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.
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 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.
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.
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.
St. John Parish is pleased to announce that applications for Hye Camp are now open to all active children and youth of our parish. Hye Camp offers a wonderful opportunity for young people to grow in faith, build lasting friendships, and take part in a meaningful Armenian Christian camp experience. Families with eligible children and youth are encouraged to begin preparing their applications now and to take advantage of this opportunity for the summer ahead.
As we joyfully approach Easter, we’re excited to offer a delicious selection of homemade favorites for you to enjoy with family and friends! Food items available for purchase include Souboreg, Lahmajoon, Luleh, apple strudel rojiks, sujuk balls, and cherry almond treats. These traditional delights are perfect for your holiday table or to share with loved ones. To place an order, please call the church office at 415-661-1142, or see St. John PC Chair Dave Tateosian. Don’t miss out—quantities are limited!
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