Men's Fellowship
The purpose of Men’s Fellowship is to provide a relaxed, enjoyable setting in which the men of our community can break bread as well as cultivate a deeper understanding of their tremendous role within the lives of our families.
Born in Oakland, California, Liz Levy has lived in the Bay Area her entire life. Currently, she calls Livermore home, where she lives with her husband, Mark. She is also the Adult Choir Director for the parish. What Liz enjoys most about leading the choir is worshipping and serving God with her fellow musicians in the parish. Liz serves the church on an as needed basis until a replacement can be found.
Renée (Johannes) Taylor established and leads our strategic communications for the parish. She manages our website, develops our weekly eBulletin, and designs and produces our monthly magazine. Renée brings years of experience leading strategic communications and employee engagement for large companies. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. Renée lives in San Ramon with her husband, Brad, and in her spare time, enjoys caring for her grandson, Eddie, entertaining, and rooting for the San Francisco Giants.
Roberto Jaquez is the parish "go-to person" for all operational needs. He has worked for the parish for over 20 years and became our facilities manager in 2018. Roberto loves his job and the parish. He can be found at the church almost all hours of the day and night, while also being the primary caretaker for his father. Roberto was born in Mexico and came to the United States in 1989, where he attended Laney College in Oakland, CA. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his big, loving family, going on long hikes, and to the movies. He's a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys, dogs, and Ron Burgandy.
Father Niko was born in Seattle, Washington in 1981, and was baptized at the Church of the Annunciation in Amaliada, Greece on August 15, 1982. After graduating from the University of Washington in 2004 with a Bachelor’s degree in History, he enrolled at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, Massachusetts, having felt a calling from the Lord to become a priest. He finished his studies in 2008, graduating with a Master of Divinity. Upon completing his studies, he served as the Youth Director of the Metropolis of San Francisco for three years (2008-2011) while also serving at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation in San Francisco. He was ordained to the Holy Diaconate on December 14, 2008, at his home parish and was ordained to the Holy Priesthood on August 15, 2011 at the Annunciation Cathedral, after which he began serving at the Cathedral as the full-time associate pastor.
Archdeacon Justin was ordained to the Holy Diaconate by His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos on Sunday, April 18, 2021. He was elevated to Archdeacon on Sunday, December 24, 2023. He is a 2020 graduate of Deaconate program at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology. Archdeacon Justin is currently the Second Vice President of the Board of Directors for Saint Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center. He also assists the Metropolis with various legal matters. Archdeacon Justin graduated from the University of San Francisco School of Law, and is a former partner in a law firm in Oakland, CA. In addition, he earned a post-graduate Certificate from the Institute for Orthodox Christian Studies in Cambridge, UK and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from Franciscan University of Steubenville. He is currently studying toward a Master of Theology from the University of Balamand.
Men’s Fellowship strengthens the Orthodox goals of the men in our parish through fellowship, service, and spiritual growth.
Meeting Schedule
We hold monthly events where men of our community have the opportunity to meet and greet and grow stronger bonds amongst each other. In addition to the great food and company at each event, a topic of spiritual importance is discussed.
Typically, we meet on the last Sunday of every month at the house of a member who volunteers to host for that month at 6:00 pm. Gatherings at public places (restaurants, parks etc.) are also an option. We do not meet in the months of July and August.
Join Us! Contact Dimitris Dimitrakos at d_dimitrakos@hotmail.com to be added to our email reminders for the next Men's Fellowship gathering.
Men's Fellowship
The purpose of Men’s Fellowship is to provide a relaxed, enjoyable setting in which the men of our community can break bread as well as cultivate a deeper understanding of their tremendous role within the lives of our families.
Born in Oakland, California, Liz Levy has lived in the Bay Area her entire life. Currently, she calls Livermore home, where she lives with her husband, Mark. She is also the Adult Choir Director for the parish. What Liz enjoys most about leading the choir is worshipping and serving God with her fellow musicians in the parish. Liz serves the church on an as needed basis until a replacement can be found.
Renée (Johannes) Taylor established and leads our strategic communications for the parish. She manages our website, develops our weekly eBulletin, and designs and produces our monthly magazine. Renée brings years of experience leading strategic communications and employee engagement for large companies. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. Renée lives in San Ramon with her husband, Brad, and in her spare time, enjoys caring for her grandson, Eddie, entertaining, and rooting for the San Francisco Giants.
Roberto Jaquez is the parish "go-to person" for all operational needs. He has worked for the parish for over 20 years and became our facilities manager in 2018. Roberto loves his job and the parish. He can be found at the church almost all hours of the day and night, while also being the primary caretaker for his father. Roberto was born in Mexico and came to the United States in 1989, where he attended Laney College in Oakland, CA. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his big, loving family, going on long hikes, and to the movies. He's a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys, dogs, and Ron Burgandy.
Father Niko was born in Seattle, Washington in 1981, and was baptized at the Church of the Annunciation in Amaliada, Greece on August 15, 1982. After graduating from the University of Washington in 2004 with a Bachelor’s degree in History, he enrolled at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, Massachusetts, having felt a calling from the Lord to become a priest. He finished his studies in 2008, graduating with a Master of Divinity. Upon completing his studies, he served as the Youth Director of the Metropolis of San Francisco for three years (2008-2011) while also serving at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation in San Francisco. He was ordained to the Holy Diaconate on December 14, 2008, at his home parish and was ordained to the Holy Priesthood on August 15, 2011 at the Annunciation Cathedral, after which he began serving at the Cathedral as the full-time associate pastor.
Archdeacon Justin was ordained to the Holy Diaconate by His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos on Sunday, April 18, 2021. He was elevated to Archdeacon on Sunday, December 24, 2023. He is a 2020 graduate of Deaconate program at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology. Archdeacon Justin is currently the Second Vice President of the Board of Directors for Saint Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center. He also assists the Metropolis with various legal matters. Archdeacon Justin graduated from the University of San Francisco School of Law, and is a former partner in a law firm in Oakland, CA. In addition, he earned a post-graduate Certificate from the Institute for Orthodox Christian Studies in Cambridge, UK and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from Franciscan University of Steubenville. He is currently studying toward a Master of Theology from the University of Balamand.
Men’s Fellowship strengthens the Orthodox goals of the men in our parish through fellowship, service, and spiritual growth.
Meeting Schedule
We hold monthly events where men of our community have the opportunity to meet and greet and grow stronger bonds amongst each other. In addition to the great food and company at each event, a topic of spiritual importance is discussed.
Typically, we meet on the last Sunday of every month at the house of a member who volunteers to host for that month at 6:00 pm. Gatherings at public places (restaurants, parks etc.) are also an option. We do not meet in the months of July and August.
Join Us! Contact Dimitris Dimitrakos at d_dimitrakos@hotmail.com to be added to our email reminders for the next Men's Fellowship gathering.
Men's Fellowship
The purpose of Men’s Fellowship is to provide a relaxed, enjoyable setting in which the men of our community can break bread as well as cultivate a deeper understanding of their tremendous role within the lives of our families.
Born in Oakland, California, Liz Levy has lived in the Bay Area her entire life. Currently, she calls Livermore home, where she lives with her husband, Mark. She is also the Adult Choir Director for the parish. What Liz enjoys most about leading the choir is worshipping and serving God with her fellow musicians in the parish. Liz serves the church on an as needed basis until a replacement can be found.
Renée (Johannes) Taylor established and leads our strategic communications for the parish. She manages our website, develops our weekly eBulletin, and designs and produces our monthly magazine. Renée brings years of experience leading strategic communications and employee engagement for large companies. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from the University of Phoenix. Renée lives in San Ramon with her husband, Brad, and in her spare time, enjoys caring for her grandson, Eddie, entertaining, and rooting for the San Francisco Giants.
Roberto Jaquez is the parish "go-to person" for all operational needs. He has worked for the parish for over 20 years and became our facilities manager in 2018. Roberto loves his job and the parish. He can be found at the church almost all hours of the day and night, while also being the primary caretaker for his father. Roberto was born in Mexico and came to the United States in 1989, where he attended Laney College in Oakland, CA. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his big, loving family, going on long hikes, and to the movies. He's a big fan of the Dallas Cowboys, dogs, and Ron Burgandy.
Father Niko was born in Seattle, Washington in 1981, and was baptized at the Church of the Annunciation in Amaliada, Greece on August 15, 1982. After graduating from the University of Washington in 2004 with a Bachelor’s degree in History, he enrolled at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology in Brookline, Massachusetts, having felt a calling from the Lord to become a priest. He finished his studies in 2008, graduating with a Master of Divinity. Upon completing his studies, he served as the Youth Director of the Metropolis of San Francisco for three years (2008-2011) while also serving at the Greek Orthodox Cathedral of the Annunciation in San Francisco. He was ordained to the Holy Diaconate on December 14, 2008, at his home parish and was ordained to the Holy Priesthood on August 15, 2011 at the Annunciation Cathedral, after which he began serving at the Cathedral as the full-time associate pastor.
Archdeacon Justin was ordained to the Holy Diaconate by His Eminence Metropolitan Gerasimos on Sunday, April 18, 2021. He was elevated to Archdeacon on Sunday, December 24, 2023. He is a 2020 graduate of Deaconate program at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology. Archdeacon Justin is currently the Second Vice President of the Board of Directors for Saint Nicholas Ranch and Retreat Center. He also assists the Metropolis with various legal matters. Archdeacon Justin graduated from the University of San Francisco School of Law, and is a former partner in a law firm in Oakland, CA. In addition, he earned a post-graduate Certificate from the Institute for Orthodox Christian Studies in Cambridge, UK and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Philosophy from Franciscan University of Steubenville. He is currently studying toward a Master of Theology from the University of Balamand.
Men’s Fellowship strengthens the Orthodox goals of the men in our parish through fellowship, service, and spiritual growth.
Meeting Schedule
We hold monthly events where men of our community have the opportunity to meet and greet and grow stronger bonds amongst each other. In addition to the great food and company at each event, a topic of spiritual importance is discussed.
Typically, we meet on the last Sunday of every month at the house of a member who volunteers to host for that month at 6:00 pm. Gatherings at public places (restaurants, parks etc.) are also an option. We do not meet in the months of July and August.
Join Us! Contact Dimitris Dimitrakos at d_dimitrakos@hotmail.com to be added to our email reminders for the next Men's Fellowship gathering.
Men's Fellowship
The purpose of Men’s Fellowship is to provide a relaxed, enjoyable setting in which the men of our community can break bread as well as cultivate a deeper understanding of their tremendous role within the lives of our families.
Men’s Fellowship strengthens the Orthodox goals of the men in our parish through fellowship, service, and spiritual growth.
Meeting Schedule
We hold monthly events where men of our community have the opportunity to meet and greet and grow stronger bonds amongst each other. In addition to the great food and company at each event, a topic of spiritual importance is discussed.
Typically, we meet on the last Sunday of every month at the house of a member who volunteers to host for that month at 6:00 pm. Gatherings at public places (restaurants, parks etc.) are also an option. We do not meet in the months of July and August.
Join Us! Contact Dimitris Dimitrakos at d_dimitrakos@hotmail.com to be added to our email reminders for the next Men's Fellowship gathering.
Men's Fellowship
The purpose of Men’s Fellowship is to provide a relaxed, enjoyable setting in which the men of our community can break bread as well as cultivate a deeper understanding of their tremendous role within the lives of our families.
Men’s Fellowship strengthens the Orthodox goals of the men in our parish through fellowship, service, and spiritual growth.
Meeting Schedule
We hold monthly events where men of our community have the opportunity to meet and greet and grow stronger bonds amongst each other. In addition to the great food and company at each event, a topic of spiritual importance is discussed.
Typically, we meet on the last Sunday of every month at the house of a member who volunteers to host for that month at 6:00 pm. Gatherings at public places (restaurants, parks etc.) are also an option. We do not meet in the months of July and August.
Join Us! Contact Dimitris Dimitrakos at d_dimitrakos@hotmail.com to be added to our email reminders for the next Men's Fellowship gathering.
