Contact & Location for Holy Virgin Cathedral
About Holy Virgin Cathedral
Holy Virgin Cathedral, also known as Holy Virgin Cathedral “Joy of all Who Sorrow,” is a Russian Orthodox cathedral in San Francisco and part of the Russian Orthodox Church Outside of Russia. Its worship is liturgical, with services conducted daily, including Liturgy, Vespers, and Matins. The cathedral’s life includes choral worship through the Archierarchical Choir and the St. Cyril and Methodius Choir. Visitors may also encounter the lower church and sepulcher associated with St. John of Shanghai and San Francisco. The cathedral is open all day and has a cathedral bookstore.
First-Time Visitor Info for Holy Virgin Cathedral
Dress Code: Not specified — please contact the church directly. Service Format: Services follow the Russian Orthodox liturgical tradition and are conducted in Russian and English. The cathedral states that Liturgy, Vespers, and Matins are offered daily, with choirs including the Archierarchical Choir and the St. Cyril and Methodius Choir. Visitor Tips: The cathedral is open all day, and visitors can also stop by the cathedral bookstore. The lower church and sepulcher associated with St. John of Shanghai and San Francisco are part of the cathedral’s life.
Note: Church information may be outdated. Please verify details with the church directly before visiting.
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