As we journey through this holy season of Hisnag (Advent), we invite all parishioners to prepare spiritually for the Feast of the Nativity and Theophany of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ through the sacrament of confession.

The Healing Power of Confession

Every Sunday at approximately 9:30 AM, we offer Morning Service prayers at St. John Armenian Church. This peaceful 45-minute service is a beautiful precursor to the Divine Liturgy.

The Morning Service includes several chants, prayers, and litanies unique to the morning office, with prayers and Bible readings offered in English. All faithful are welcome to attend.

The St. John Ladies Society welcomed the community to a joyful Fall Harvest Celebration on Saturday, November 15, and Sunday, November 16, held immediately following church services. The  celebration featured a lively Pop-Up Show and Sale showcasing the talents of local artisans, along with a special culinary highlight prepared by members of the Ladies Society.

On Saturday, September 6, the parish of St. John Armenian Church held its second St. John Cares* event—a community pop-up BBQ appropriately named “Grillin’ for Charity.” Organized by Parish Council members Dan Riley and Greg Cherezian, along with the ACYO under the leadership of Dn. Charles Cherezian, the courtyard of the church was transformed into a vibrant space of fellowship, service, and generosity.

On Sunday, August 17, the St. John Armenian Apostolic Church of San Francisco joyfully celebrated the Feast of the Assumption of the Holy Mother of God, one of the most beloved feast days of the Armenian Church. The day was marked by solemn worship, the traditional Blessing of the Grapes, and a vibrant community picnic filled with fellowship, food, and Armenian culture.

St. John Cares Night Brings Faithful Together in Service and Fellowship

On Friday evening, June 27, over 40 dedicated parishioners gathered at St. John Armenian Church hall for a heartfelt event known as St. John Cares Night. United in the spirit of compassion and community, volunteers came together to prepare care packages for those experiencing homelessness—demonstrating the living mission of the Church in action.

St. John recently opened its doors—and its kitchen—to welcome a group of cyclists from the Fuller Centre for Housing’s Bicycle Adventure. These dedicated bikers, who ride across regions to raise awareness and funds for affordable housing, were treated to warm hospitality and delicious home-cooked meals prepared by generous volunteers from the community.

On Sunday, May 18, 2025, the St. John Armenian Church community gathered to celebrate the culmination of another meaningful and spiritually enriching Sunday School year. The celebration took place following the Divine Liturgy, filling the sanctuary and parish hall with joy, gratitude, and a deep sense of unity in faith.

On the weekend of April 4th to 6th, the St. John Church SF ACYO was blessed to participate along with Fr. Mesrop Ash in the ACYO Spring Retreat held at the beautiful HyeCamp in Dunlap CA. If you haven't had a chance to visit it yet, it is definitely a must for any Armenian Christian in the Western Diocese. The weather was sunny but chilly; it had snowed a few days ago and there were small patches of snow leftover, which of course were used for spontaneous snowball fights.

The St. John Parish community gathered for a significant meeting led by the Parish Council bringing together parishioners and leaders of various church organizations to discuss the spiritual and organizational aspects of parish life.

The meeting commenced with an insightful address by Fr. Mesrop, who emphasized the importance of spiritual life within the community. He encouraged parishioners to deepen their faith and actively engage in church activities to strengthen their connection with God and each other.