Храм св. апостола Иакова (Сан-Хосе)

Born in Rama Village (Galilee) in 1947, Fr. Giris (Jerius) was exposed and inspired throughout his life by the Orthodox Church. Fr. Giris’ ambition in life was to serve the people, the church and Our Lord Jesus Christ. His wishes were finally answered. Fr. Giris was ordained a deacon and then a priest on May 24,1995 by The Eparch of Dioceasarea, Bishop Iakovos  at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem. Fr. Giris always stresses the importance of Fasting, Confessing  and following the beautiful = and rich traditions of the Holy Orthodox Church. With the growth of Orthodox Christians in the Bay Area, St. James Orthodox Church opened in 1995.