Christ is in our Midst!
ABOUT THE DIOCESE OF THE WEST
The Diocese of the West, which has 59 parishes and 8 monastic communities, has been at the forefront of Orthodox activity in this country, beginning with the arrival of missionaries from the Church of Russia in the nineteenth century.
HIS EMINENCE BENJAMIN, ARCHBISHOP OF SAN FRANCISCO AND THE WEST
Archbishop Benjamin has faithfully served the Diocese of the West since October 2nd, 2007.
ORTHODOX CHURCH IN AMERICA
The Mission of the Orthodox Church in America, the local autocephalous Orthodox Church, is to be faithful in fulfilling the commandment of Christ to “Go into all the world and make disciples of all Nations.
Latest News in the Diocese
The Holy Synod of Bishops Announces the Upcoming Retirement of His Eminence Archbishop Benjamin
The Holy Synod of Bishops of the Orthodox Church in America has announced the upcoming retirement of His Eminence Archbishop Benjamin, Archbishop of San Francisco and the West.
Dec-08-2024 Read More
Special Priesthood Formation Cohort in 2025
At the initiative of His Eminence, Archbishop Benjamin, and with the blessing of the Holy Synod of Bishops, we have been given a special opportunity to raise up additional pries
Nov-27-2024 Read More
