HYMNS FOR SUNDAY
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Sunday's Hymns in PDF.
PHILOPTOCHOS GENERAL MEETING - Tuesday, November 4 - All are welcome!
Please join us in The Oaks. 6:30 PM Social, and 7:00 PM Meeting. As our Philoptochos continues to grow, your participation and fellowship are deeply valued. All are welcome!
HOPE/JOY NOVEMBER GATHERING! - Saturday, November 8 - 4 to 5:30 PM
Join us for a joyful afternoon of faith and friendship as we explore gratitude, create a fun craft, and enjoy a tasty snack-tivity together! Let’s celebrate thankfulness and fellowship in Christ. / RSVP here so we have the correct amount of supplies! Join us 4:00-5:30 PM in The Contos Library All Kinder–5th graders welcome! Please click here for the event flyer (with QR code!).
GODPARENTS LUNCHEON - Sunday, November 9
Join us as we honor our Godparents for their love and guidance. Following Divine Liturgy in the Fellowship Hall. $35 adults. $20 dancers and children 6 to 18. Free for 5 and under. For seating requests, email
by November 4 to Kathy at kathyflocas@yahoo.com or 650-862-2610.
Please use this link for reservations.
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PIECEMEAL - Thursday, November 13
Join us at 6:30 PM. If your “piece” will be a turkey, please bring to church kitchen by Sunday, November 10. Youth Council will be providing the dessert pieces. Please email Kathy Roque at kathyroquealbert@gmail.com to let us know which Piece you will be bringing. If you would like to help with set up, please let Presvytera Nikki (psalmas@aol.com) know.
PROJECT MEXICO & ST INNOCENT ORPHANAGE BENEFIT DINNER - Saturday November 22
Let's come together at the Church of the Resurrection in Castro Valley to raise critical funds for orphaned and vulnerable children, as well as families in need across Mexico. Come & enjoy a live and silent auction, authentic Mexican dining, and special guest, Father Nicholas Andruchow, Executive Director. Sponsorship opportunities are available at multiple levels, offering businesses and individuals meaningful recognition for their generosity. For more info, visit projectmexico.org/benefit-dinner or contact Mark @ 925-872-8111. Please click here for the event flyers.
FALL GENERAL ASSEMBLY - Sunday, November 23
Our Fall General Assembly meeting will start after Divine Liturgy (around 12:30 PM) in The Oaks, on
Sunday, November 23. The agenda and minutes from the previous Assembly will be posted soon, and printed copies will be available at the meeting. All parishioners in good standing are asked to attend this important part of the life of the parish.
PHILOPTOCHOS CHRISTMAS TEA - Sunday, December 14, following Liturgy
Join us for the annual Church of the Holy Cross Philoptochos Christmas Tea, following Divine Liturgy. Enjoy an afternoon filled with delicious food, sweet treats, and traditional Greek pastries for sale. Browse the charming Gift Boutique, sing Christmas carols, and take part in the raffle. A $15 donation is suggested (children under 12 are free). All proceeds benefit Family Sharing, supporting families in need throughout San Mateo County. / Donations may be made online or at the door.
Click here to RSVP. Click here to see the event flyer.
ANNUAL FABULOUS HOLY CROSS CHRISTMAS PROGRAM - Sunday, December 14, 5 PM
Everyone is invited to attend, 5-6 PM in The Oaks. Featuring beautiful Christmas music from our choir, Sunday School, and Greek School, plus the traditional and joyful Christmas pageant about the birth of Jesus.
PHILOPTOCHOS PHLASH - NEWS from OCTOBER 2025
Please click here for the latest Philoptochos News from our October meeting.
NEW KICKS FOR KIDS SHOE DRIVE
Presented by Holy Cross Belmont Philoptochos! Donate a NEW Pair of Shoes for a Child in Need in San Mateo School District.
NOW! to November 30. Only new kids shoes in-the-box please- not wrapped. Please include a tag with the child’s name. To Donate New Soles for Young Souls Visit:
https://sites.google.com/view/hcnewkicksforkids/home or contact Nina Azar 650-863-7780 for more information and to be assigned a child's name.
Click here for the flyer.
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND: THANKSGIVING PECAN TARTS!
In fundraising efforts for our program, PRE ORDERS are NOW OPEN for pecan tart sales. Not only will this be a beautiful addition to your Thanksgiving table, but your taste buds will thank you! Online PRE ORDERS will be open from
now until
November 9. You may directly
purchase via this link here, or by scanning the QR code on the flyers around the church grounds. ***If you decide last minute to order a tart and it is PASSED the online pre order date, please contact Effie Zaharioudakis directly at 650.483.4899 or
effiezaxari@gmail.com, to place your order. Order pickup will be ONE DAY ONLY on
Sunday, November 23 outside of gym after Divine Liturgy. ***We cannot promise that there will be extra tarts available for purchase on the day of pick up***
Thank you for your continued support for our youth programs.
HELLENIC AMERICAN MEDICAL AND DENTAL SOCIETY
of California (HAMDS) is happy to open the application process for their 2026 Scholarships. If you are, or know someone, of Greek descent who is enrolled in an accredited California Medical or Dental school or is a resident of California enrolled in an accredited Medical or Dental School elsewhere, visit https://www.facebook.com/HAMDSofCalifornia/