We are pleased to announce that starting January 8, 2014, Fr. Mesrop Ash will be conducting Evening (Vespers) Service every Wednesday, from 6:30pm-7:00pm. The service will be concluded with a short spiritual reflection. Our parishoners are encouraged to participate in this meditative service.

There are several occasions throughout December and January to venerate the Nativity and Theophany of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. We hope that you will join us!

Holiday Decorations Day

On Sunday, December 8, the parishoners of St. John are invited to help us decorate our hall for the holiday season. We'll have Christmas music playing while we hang the christmas lights, and decorate the tree! A light lunch will be served. Join us!

We are happy to announce that beginning in October, Armenian Language classes will be held every Tuesday evening at 7:00pm. Community members are welcome to join this class, free of charge and learn about how to read, write and speak Armenian. This class will also be an opportunity to gain knowledge about Armenian culture, such as poetry.

Register for the class online, or call the church office at (415) 661-1142.

Community members, we can use your help at the Food Festival, out biggest event of the year! If anyone wishes to volunteer please call the office 415-661-1142, and we will schedule the time and the volunteer area at your request.

Pre-Sale
Thursday, October 17, 1:00pm-6:00pm
Friday, October 18, 1:00pm-6:00pm

Take-Out-Booth
Saturday, October 19, 11:30am-9:00pm
Sunday, October 20, 12:00pm-4:00pm

St. John Armenian Church is proud to release the application for the James Martin Klijian Memorial Fund College Scholarship. This special scholarship was generously established by the Barkev and Beatrice Klijian Family in 1976 in loving memory of James Martin Klijian. Scholarships are available each year for the purpose of supporting the youth of St. John and encouraging participation youth activities.

Calling all High School and College students! St. John is inviting you to become an intern this Summer. You can gain practical work experience, help your community, and apply your time against your volunteer hours requirements at school. Work hours will be flexible according to your summer schedule, and can begin with a commitment of as little of six hours a week, beginning in July. Our office is a fun and relaxed place to work, and occasional outings will be planned for interns.

Here are some of the projects you will help with:

St. John parish hereby releases the updated schedule for Food Festival preperation. Everyone who is willing to be a part of our cooking crew is welcome to join in on the following dates. 

If anyone is willing to help the ladies preparing food for the Festival. Contact one of the following outreach committee members to sign up for dates:

Holy Week is the climactic journey of the faithful in preparation of the miraculous resurrection of Jesus Christ. Come and participate in the truly special rites of the Armenian Church, and embark on your own journey with Christ.