As summer comes to a close, join us to celebrate with the community at Almaden Lake!

End of Summer Community BBQ
Hosted by the San Jose Pan Arcadians, PFA #103 - Theodoros Kolokotronis
Celebrating the Saint Nicholas and Bay Area Pan Arcadian communities, and commemorating the Liberation of Tripoli, Greece.

Benefitting the Saint Nicholas Beautification Project and the Pan Arcadian Charities.

• Date & Time: Saturday, September 12, 2026 at 12:00 PM
• Location: Almaden Lake (Cinnabar 1 & 2 Picnic Area), 6099 Winfield Blvd, San Jose, CA 95120
• Donation: $30 for adults | $15 for children
• Included: Food, beer, wine, fun, and children's playground
• Parking: Free street parking on Winfield Blvd; paid parking lot on Almaden Expressway

RSVP:
Please email, text, or call Pete Panos at 408-835-9092 or [email protected].

On Sunday, September 13th, St. Anna Philoptochos will have a special tray available at dismissal with all proceeds going to Hellenic College/Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology.  Please make checks payable to St. Anna's Philoptochos, and put in the memo HCHC.  Thank you.

Join us for the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for the new Community Space in the Small Hall honoring our Golden Years Seniors. The ceremony will take place on Sunday, September 13th after Liturgy.

This Sunday, September 13th, the Greek Dance Program will have a diakonia project in the Community Center beginning at 12:30pm.

We invite any new young men who have not yet registered, or served in the altar, to join us for altar service this ecclesiastical year.  If you have NOT registered before then please use the link here.  Any young men who have already registered, and have already served in the altar do not need any additional registration information.  Please note that altar service is open to any young men over the age of 7 who are Baptized and Chrismated in the Orthodox Church and have the blessing of the priest to serve in the altar.

Volleyball practices for our 21st Annual St Nicholas Volleyball Tournament have started, taking place in the Community Center.  Please join us!

Monday Nights
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm - Junior High
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm - High School 

Thursday Nights
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm - Adults 

Sunday Nights
7:00pm - Open Gym practices for High School, Young Adult and Adult

If you should have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact Chairman George Spilios (408) 806-1699.

Come join the fun!  The Volleyball Tournament is scheduled for the weekend of October 23rd-25th.

The Missions Ministry is joining OCMC's Trek4Missions again this year, a fitness challenge that turns miles walked, run, or biked into support for Orthodox missionaries around the world. Every step helps fund the training and sending of missionaries who bring the Gospel to those who haven't yet heard it.

Join our team, set your own activity goal, and help us reach ours — whether you walk a mile a day or ride the whole distance, every contribution counts.

👉 Join our team here: https://give.ocmc.org/team/846337

Thank you for supporting missions with your feet and your faith! God bless!

Welcome to our first GOYA meeting of the year on Sunday, September 20th from 11:30am to 12:15pm in our new GOYA room 11.

We look forward to kicking off the year with your ideas of faith, fun and fellowship.

Our next meeting will be on Sunday, October 11th from 11:30am - 12:15pm where we will vote for our officers for the year.

Please reach out to Eva Vathis at [email protected] with any questions.

The 2026-2027 St. Nicholas Dance Ministry announces that registration is open for new and returning dancers.  Registration will be active through October.  Grow in fellowship, celebrate Hellenic culture, and praise God through song and dance.

To register:  https://saintnicholas.org/greek_dance

Scholarships are available now to help our youth and young adults experience Orthodox retreats, conferences, summer camps, GOYA, and Young Adult League (YAL) programs.

We are blessed to offer scholarships for youth and young adults in our St. Nicholas community.  Whether you are already registered or still planning to attend, scholarship support applies to ALL.

Why apply?  

• Makes retreats, special programs, conferencesm or camps accessible for every family
• Supports faith, fellowship, and spiritual growth
• Encourages our youth and young adults to build lifelong friendships
• Ensures no child or young adult misses out due to financial barriers

Apply here!  Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church

Please note that the church office will be closed on Monday, September 14th in the observance of The Elevation of the Cross.  Please call ahead for an appointment.

However, if you have a pastoral emergency and you need to reach a priest, please call the church office at 408-246-2770 and listen to the prompts.

Please join Fr. Nebojsa Pantic as he shares with us his experience on his recent sabbatical.  We will find out about pilgrimage locations and have a brief introduction to the history of pilgrimage.  We will also discuss saints and miracles that were experienced by Father Nebojsa and his family.  

Wednesday Nights, beginning September 16th 

6:15 pm - 6:50 pm 

This will be a hybrid class.  For in-person please meet in the Conference Room of the Office.  For online, please use the same link we always have:  https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82339647563?pwd=giuEACpHVK2bZybba75QB5G6yANeKd.1 

For more information please contact [email protected] 

Sunday School registration is now open!  We’ve transitioned to the CCB registration form, and each child in grades K–12 must register using this link:  Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church

Our first day of Sunday School will be Sunday, September 20th.

We are also seeking volunteers who feel called to share their love for our children and their faith.  All materials and support will be provided—your presence and willingness are the greatest gifts.  Please email: [email protected]

Thank you for helping us begin a wonderful year together.

This is a friendly reminder that registration for the 2026–2027 school year is open and the link is attached below. If you plan on joining us as a new student or return this fall, please take a few minutes to complete your registration so we can begin preparing class rosters and materials for the new year.  Please note that the annual tuition for school-age students includes all textbooks and classroom materials.

Registration Link:  https://saintnicholas.org/greek_school

We are excited for another year of learning, laughter, friendships, and celebrating our Greek language and culture together.

Thank you for being part of our Greek School family and we are so happy to have everyone back! Classes have begun for school-aged students. 

Additional information for our adult program, which follows a different calendar, will be shared separately.

Have a daughter between the ages of 14-28?  Consider having her join the Maids of Athena! It's a wonderful opportunity for her to connect with her Greek heritage, learn more about her culture and traditions, build lifelong friendships, and become part of a supportive community.

• Learn more about getting involved with the Maids of Athena!
• Become a member of our Ahepa family!

The Maids take great pride in:

• Sponsorship and support of philanthropic activities
• Leadership conferences
• Scholarship programs
• Travel opportunities
• Multiple social functions

For details, please contact Maria Pries-Chalioris at [email protected] or call 408-963-9649.

Ranch Fall Harvest Retreat: A Weekend of Learning, Creating & Fellowship

St. Nicholas Ranch & Retreat Center invites families, friends, and individuals of all ages to join us for the Fall Harvest Retreat on Saturday, October 3, 2026—a special day of hands-on learning, creativity, fellowship, and celebration of the abundance of God’s creation.

As the seasons change and we enter the harvest season, participants will have the opportunity to learn traditional and creative ways to preserve and enjoy the gifts of the earth. The retreat will feature hands-on classes and demonstrations covering a variety of topics, including how to make and can jam, the science of yogurt making, growing and harvesting edible flowers, and creating beautiful botanical products.

Throughout the day, participants will have opportunities to learn practical skills while enjoying the peaceful setting of St. Nicholas Ranch in the Sierra Nevada foothills. The retreat will also include time for crafting, fellowship, and family games in the evening.

Whether you are an experienced gardener or simply curious about learning something new, the Fall Harvest Retreat offers a wonderful opportunity to slow down, connect with others, and discover new ways to appreciate and preserve the abundance around us. Participants are welcome to attend for the day or stay overnight for the weekend. Room reservations can be made separately from retreat registration on the Ranch website.

DATE: Saturday, October 3, 2026
LOCATION: St. Nicholas Ranch & Retreat Center, Dunlap, California

Come for a day of learning, creating, fellowship, and celebrating the harvest!

Registration is now open. Space is limited, so we encourage you to register early.

REGISTER FOR THE FALL HARVEST RETREAT: https://stnicholasranch.org/event/fall-harvest-retreat-2026/

We look forward to welcoming you to St. Nicholas Ranch for this special Fall Harvest Retreat!

Our church website has upgraded to Pushpay for all online donations, tithes, and a number of other transactions - making giving simpler, faster, and more secure. 

Key Benefits for you:

• One-Click Giving: Set up recurring tithes in seconds or make one-time gifts with ease.
• Safe & Secure: Bank-level encryption protects your information.
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• Give from Anywhere: Use your phone, tablet, or computer. 

 Visit https://saintnicholas.org/donate to donate and set up your account. 

 Your generosity fuels our ministries, outreach, and mission to love God and serve others.

To make a committment electronically, please visit our online stewardship: https://saintnicholas.org/stewardship

Donation link: https://saintnicholas.org/donate