Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco Email Format
Religious InstitutionsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Based in San Francisco, California, the Greek Orthodox Metropolis of San Francisco functions as the regional administrator for the western United States within the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America, operating under the spiritual guidance of the Ecumenical Patriarchate. It oversees 67 parishes and serves more than 150,000 Greek Orthodox faithful across Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii, Nevada, Oregon, and Washington, led by Metropolitan Gerasimos. The Metropolis supports the ministries and work of local parishes, extending support to clergy and laity, and has organized thirteen Ministries to address parish needs, offering spiritual and educational programs to preserve Orthodox faith and Hellenic culture, along with social and outreach activities for local and international communities. The organization is described as a mid-sized entity. Recent news indicates the Metropolis will host the 42nd Annual Saint John Chrysostom Oratorical Festival Nationals at the Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church in Northridge, California, in June 2026.