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Holy Cross Romanian Orthodox Church is a growing Christian community of people from various ethnic and social backgrounds sharing a common commitment to the Lord, each other, and the Apostolic Faith. We warmly welcome all families, couples, and individuals who are looking for a deeper experience of the salvation offered in Jesus Christ. Come join us during our inspiring services and engage in an authentic dialogue with God while experiencing our vibrant community!

Our Address: 1401 S White Rd San Jose, CA 95127

CAPITAL CAMPAIGN: the foundation of our long-awaited Community Center is being poured. Our dream is becoming a reality right before our eyes. However, we are at a critical juncture.  Our savings, painstakingly accumulated over the years, are dwindling rapidly. 

Why should you help? A church Hall is the beating heart of a congregation. This isn't just a building:  it's the culmination of a 15-year dream. For too long, our congregation lacked a proper indoor space for gatherings, celebrations, and learning. Our priest's humble residence sheltered countless pilgrims, monks, nuns and even people who lost their homes. It is high time for our community to have a place to call our own—for weddings, baptisms, anniversaries, guests, carols, and so much more. A place where our traditions will thrive and future generations will continue our traditions - through catechism, Romanian language classes, Christmas songs, and many more.

Meanwhile, our hall will also be a true Community Center. Expanding our impressive charitable projects, we plan to offer vital services to the nearby community, having a space for food distribution programs that address the pressing issue of hunger in East San Jose. 

Using the many professional skills of our parishioners, the center will nurture young minds. From health, science, English reading, constitutional rights and outdoor education for our young learners and those of East San Jose, we are committed to educating and strengthening our community's knowledge base.

Moreover, we hope this building will become a vibrant Romanian cultural center: a place to celebrate our heritage and invite everyone to join in the rich tapestry of Romanian and Eastern European traditions through classes, exhibits and events. 

To make this dream a reality, we need your support.  We can pave the way for this space where hope, learning, culture, and community flourish - only together.  Donate TODAY  to be considered an official founder of our community center! You can easiely donate online,  by check or your company's matching program. Thank you, from the depths of our hearts!

Past Events and Charitable Drives
'24 Winter Charitable Gala
'24 Winter Charitable Gala
'24 Winter Charitable Gala
Carroling season
Carroling season
Carroling season
St Nicholas Children Choir Concert
St Nicholas Children Choir Concert
St Nicholas Children Choir Concert
Feast day agape
Feast day agape
Feast day agape
'23 Charitable Ball
'23 Charitable Ball
'23 Charitable Ball
'23 Summer Picnic
'23 Summer Picnic
'23 Summer Picnic
'22 Romanian Falk Concert
'22 Romanian Falk Concert
'22 Romanian Falk Concert
'20 Charitable Drive
'20 Charitable Drive
'20 Charitable Drive
MASS SCHEDULE AND SERVICES
First week of the Great Lent services:
Monday, 03/18, 18:30 - Pavecernita Mare cu partea I-a a Canonului Cel Mare/Great Compline with Great Canon of St. Andrew of Crete - Part 1
Tuesday, 03/19: 18:30 - Pavecernita Mare cu partea a II-a a Canonului Cel Mare/Great Compline with Great Canon of St. Andrew of Crete - Part 2
Wednesday, 03/20, 18:30 - Pavecernita Mare cu partea a III-a a Canonului Cel Mare/Great Compline with Great Canon of St. Andrew of Crete - Part 3
Thursday, 03/21, 18:30 - Pavecernita Mare cu partea a IV-a a Canonului Cel Mare/Great Compline with Great Canon of St. Andrew of Crete - Part 4
Friday, 03/22, 18:30 - Ceasurile III, VI & IX, Obednita/Hours 3, 6, and 9 Services; 19:30 - Liturghia Darurilor Înainte Sfințite/PreSanctified Gifts Liturgy
Saturday, 03/23 (ulei & vin), 9:00 - Sfanta Liturghie si pomenirea celor adormiți/Divine Liturgy and remembrance service (Panihida) for the departed souls

 

Divine Liturgy: Sunday at 9 AM and every major feast day.
Vespers take place on Saturday evenings and before feast days.

Confessions: are heard after Vigil on Saturday evenings and starting at 8.30 AM on Sunday mornings.

The Liturgy is celebrated in both Romanian and English. Our parish follows the New Calendar. All are welcome to attend!

Special Services
Memorial services (parastase), baptisms, weddings, funerals and other special services should be arranged with Rev. Fr. Constantin Lapustea,
(408) 229-0365 home, (408) 888-6793 cell, email: lapusteaconstantin@yahoo.com

Please see also our calendar section.

FUTURE EVENTS

SUMMER PICNIC: SUNDAY, JUNE 2, BAYLANDS PARK. 

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Holy Cross Romanian Orthodox Church
1401 S White Rd, San Jose, CA 95127
(408) 229-0365