Overview

The Metropolis

The Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco oversees 67 parishes in the western region of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, which is under the spiritual guidance and jurisdiction of the Ecumenical Patriarchate. His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos leads over 150,000 Greek Orthodox faithful in Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington. Under the direction of His Eminence, the Metropolis supports the ministries and work of local parishes and, through the life of the parish, extends its support to both clergy and laity. Today, the Metropolis has developed thirteen distinct Ministries which support the unique needs of its parishes and provides spiritual and educational programs for the preservation and perpetuation of our Orthodox faith and Hellenic culture, as well as social and outreach activities to support local and international communities.

In addition to our parishes, there are also three vibrant monastic communities:

St. Anthony Monastery in Florence, Arizona; the Monastery of the Theotokos the Life Giving Spring in Dunlap, California; and Saint John the Forerunner Monastery in Goldendale, Washington.

History

Since the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of North and South America was established in 1922, the Diocese of San Francisco has been one of its most important components caring for the Greek Orthodox faithful and anchoring growth in the Western United States. Since its inception, Greek Orthodox in the west have been led by distinguished Bishops, all of blessed memory: +Bishop Kallistos (Papageorgapoulos 1927-1940), and +Bishop Eirinaios (Tsourounakis 1941-1944) both bore the title of Bishop of San Francisco. +Bishop Athenagoras (Kokkinakis 1950-1955), +Bishop Demetrios (Makris 1955-1968) and +Bishop Meletios (Tripodakis 1968-1979) were Titular Bishops (of Elaia, Olympus, and Christianoupolis, respectively).

The election of +Bishop Anthony (Gergiannakis, 1979-2004) in 1979 coincided with the canonical restructuring of the Archdiocese. Having served one year in the Diocese of Denver as Titular Bishop of Amissos, he was enthroned on June 7, 1979, as the Bishop of San Francisco. On November 24, 1997, the Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate elected +His Grace Bishop Anthony as Metropolitan of the Dardanelles and Exarch of all Hellespont.

In September 2002, the Diocese of San Francisco was declared the Holy Metropolis of San Francisco, and +Metropolitan Anthony, of blessed memory, was named Metropolitan of San Francisco. Following the passing of +Metropolitan Anthony on December 25, 2004, the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople elected His Eminence Gerasimos, formerly Bishop of Krateia, as Metropolitan of San Francisco.

Core Values

  • Christ centered
  • Active participation in sacramental life
  • Education
  • Integrity, transparency and accountability
  • Stewardship
  • Outreach and evangelism
  • Inclusiveness and engagement
  • Courage
  • Communication using all media
  • Minister to all generations
  • Strengthen families and relationship
  • Financial Responsibility

His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos

His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos

His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos has devoted his entire life in service to the Lord. Born in Kalamata, Greece, he came to the United States in 1970 to study at Hellenic College Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology where he received his Bachelor of Arts and Master of Divinity degrees, both with High Honors. Following more than three decades of service, the Holy and Sacred Synod of the Ecumenical Patriarchate selected him to be the new Metropolitan of San Francisco on February 22, 2005. The Enthronement for Metropolitan Gerasimos was held on April 2, 2005 at the Ascension Cathedral in Oakland, California.

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Strategic Plan for the Metropolis

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“Where there is no vision, the people will perish,” Proverbs 29:18

We are well into the implementation of our current strategic plan. Join us as we move forward to accomplish the goals of the Metropolis in service to Our Lord.

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Meet Our Dedicated Staff

His Grace Bishop Ioannis of Phocaea

His Grace Bishop Ioannis of Phocaea

Chancellor
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Kristen Bruskas

Kristen Bruskas

Director of Development and Communications
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Johanna Duterte Carter

Johanna Duterte Carter

Director of Youth and Young Adult Ministries
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Paul Gikas

Paul Gikas

Director of Ministries and Administration
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Presv. Aliki Kyriacou

Presv. Aliki Kyriacou

Assistant to the Metropolitan, Registrar and Bookkeeper
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George Papageorge

George Papageorge

Family Wellness Ministry - Program Director
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Anna Teodosiadis

Anna Teodosiadis

Parish Youth Ministry Advisor
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Presv. Pat Tsagalakis

Presv. Pat Tsagalakis

Family Wellness Ministry - Assistant Program Director
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Foula Vasilogiorgis

Foula Vasilogiorgis

Administrative Assistant
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President

His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos

Vice President

Isidoros Garifalakis

Secretary

The Honorable (Ret.) Connie Contes

Treasurer

Michael Syrengelas

Metropolis Council (2022-2024)

  • His Grace Bishop Ioannis of Phocaea
  • Theo Angelis
  • Philippos Athanasiades
  • Rev. Fr. Andrew Barakos
  • Spiro Beckas
  • Rev. Fr. Niko Bekris
  • Rev. Archdeacon Justin Bosl
  • Honorable Steven G. Counelis
  • George Demos
  • Rev. Fr. Dean Kouldukis
  • Bill Marutsos
  • George Psefteas
  • George Psihogios
  • Jeannie Ranglas
  • Rev. Fr. Peter Salmas
  • Rev. Fr. Panagiotis Sotiras
  • Dionysios Stefanopoulos
  • Rev. Fr. Peter Stratos
  • Dr. Eve Tibbs
  • Dr. Anna Yallourakis
  • Rev. Fr. Thomas Zaferes
  • Demosthenis Zeppos

Advocates

  • George Anagnostopoulos
  • James Eleopoulos
  • Chris Kalabokes
  • Demosthenis Zeppos

Emeritus

  • Theofanis Economidis

Honorary

  • John Buzas, Esq
  • Steve Padis
  • Valerie Roumeliotes

Financials of the Metropolis

“Providing for honest things, not only in the sight of the Lord, but also in the sight of men.” 2 Corinthians 8:21

2025

Metropolis of San Francisco Total Commitment and Pension Benefits Funding

2024

Proposed Budget – CLA-2024

2023

Metropolis Financial Package – CLA-2024

2024

Archdiocese Finance Committee Update

2023

Metropolis of San Francisco Total Commitment and Pension Benefits Funding

2022

Metropolis Budget

2021

Metropolis Budget

2020

The Journey of Your Dollar

2020

Metropolis Budget

2020

Metropolis of San Francisco Total Commitment and Pension Benefits Funding

2019

Metropolis of San Francisco Total Commitment and Pension Benefits Funding

2019

Metropolis Budget

2018

Metropolis of San Francisco Total Commitment and Pension Benefits Funding

2018

Metropolis Budget

2017

Metropolis of San Francisco Total Commitment and Pension Benefits Funding

2016

Metropolis of San Francisco Total Commitment and Pension Benefits Funding

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