By lighting a candle and offering a prayer, one enters into closer contact with the Church and her ministry to the faithful, invisibly warming the soul by the visible light of the candle. Please consider donating to Prophet Elias Church.
“Of all the afflictions that burden the human race, there is not one, whether spiritual or bodily, that cannot be healed by the Holy Scriptures.”
– St. John Chrysostom
Prophet Elias is a Greek Orthodox Church community welcoming people of diverse backgrounds located in Santa Cruz County. All services are conducted in English and Greek.
Our mission is to be faithful to our Lord Jesus Christ, who commanded, “Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptising them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” – Matthew 28:19
We are a sacramental and liturgical church under the jurisdiction of the Holy Metropolis of San Francisco. Holy Communion is offered at every Divine Liturgy. If you are new to the area, we invite you and your loved ones to attend and hope that you will find a home here.
“Those who seek the ancient Christian faith will find peaceful and meaningful worship.”
– Bishop Kallistos Ware of Diokleia
Daily readings about Saints and Feasts, Epistle, Gospel and Prayers for the day. Free downloads to smart phones or subscribe for emails.
This calendar displays fasting guidelines and only the top two Saints or Feasts for the day. Click on the number of the day for more commemorations.
“SO I SAY TO YOU: ASK AND IT WILL BE GIVEN TO YOU; SEEK AND YOU WILL FIND; KNOCK AND THE DOOR WILL BE OPENED TO YOU. FOR EVERYONE THAT ASKS RECEIVES, HE WHO SEEKS FINDS, AND TO HIM WHO KNOCKS, THE DOOR WILL BE OPENED.”
As an esteemed contemporary liturgical artists, Grant and Tatiana use ancient traditional techniques rooted in Byzantine, Middle Age, and Renaissance art. To truly experience the beauty, power and brilliance of these works, we recommend viewing their works in person during a service. Learn More »
