Met. Nicholas Serves Hierarchical Liturgy at San Francisco Cathedral
SAN FRANCISCO — On August 3, 2025, the eighth Sunday after Pentecost, a solemn Divine Liturgy was celebrated at the Cathedral of the Mother of God “Joy of All Who Sorrow” in San Francisco.
The service was led by Metropolitan Nicholas, First Hierarch of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside Russia. He was joined by Archbishop Kyrill of San Francisco and Western America.
The priestly order was headed by Archpriest Peter Perekrestov, the cathedral’s key-bearer, assisted by Hieromonk Peter (Karakozov). The cathedral choir, under Vladimir Krasovsky’s direction, enriched the service with traditional hymns sung with reverence.
Following the liturgy, Metropolitan Nicholas delivered a pastoral address, blessing the faithful and inspiring them to pursue their spiritual journey with love and hope.
Archbishop Kyrill expressed heartfelt gratitude for the visit, noting its role in fostering spiritual joy and church unity.
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