December, 2025

St. Nicholas Orthodox Church
14220 Elva Avenue
Saratoga, CA, 95070

December 25, 2025

Dear Parishioners and Friends of St. Nicholas,

Christ is Born!

“Behold a new and wondrous mystery! My ears resound to the Shepherd’s song, piping no soft melody, but chanting full force a heavenly hymn. The Angels sing. The Archangels blend their voices in harmony. The Cherubim hymn their joyful praise. The Seraphim exalt His glory. All join in to praise this holy feast, beholding the Godhead here on earth, and man in heaven. He who is above, now for our redemption dwells here below; and he that was lowly is, by divine mercy, raised up!” (St. John Chrysostom)

As the end of the year draws nigh, our thoughts turn to the many blessings God has bestowed upon us. Thanksgiving and Christmas both compel us to offer our grateful thanks to Him. There is perhaps no better way to show our appreciation than to lay our treasure at the feet of St. Nicholas, just as the earliest Christians laid theirs at the feet of the apostles. Please remember this holy place in your generous end-of-the-year giving. After all, the Lord says, “The year is completed, bring to Me all of your tithes and place them into my treasury; so that there shall be provision in My house: return now for this cause, saith the Lord Almighty, and see if I will not open to you the torrents of heaven, and pour out my blessing upon you!” (Malachi 3:10)

Love in Christ,

Fr Basil & Family

The Parish Council, Choir, and the entire Church Family

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On December 28th, the first Sunday after Christmas, we will have an informal "Yolka", with the singing of Christmas Carols, and a chance for anyone to share their talent! Bring your musical instrument or other props, and join in the joy!

More information to come on a flyer soon!

GREAT NEWS! On May 9, 2026, we will celebrate the 75th Anniversary of Saint Nicholas Church!

Liturgy will be celebrated by Bishop Vasily and many clergy at Saint Nicholas Church. Following the service, we will drive to Saint Archangel Michael Serbian Church for a catered lunch in the hall. Please save this date, and be a part of this historic occasion. More information will be forthcoming at the Annual Meeting on January 25, 2026.