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Fr. Michael Pappas
served 2004 - 2007
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Fr. Michael was born in Glen Ridge, New Jersey. He graduated from Dickinson College (Carlisle, PA) in 1983, after which he worked as a
lobbyist for CN Communications, Inc., then as the Northern New Jersey Regional Field Director for Reagan-Bush '84. Following the campaign,
he began his career as an investment banker for JB Hannauer & Co., the oldest municipal bond firm in New Jersey. In 1987, Father Michael
left the world of politics & finance and enrolled at Holy Cross Greek Orthodox School of Theology, graduating with honors in the Class
of 1992. Father and Presvytera Alexandra were blessed with two sons, George and Paul, and one daughter, Julia.
Prior to serving at Holy Trinity Fr. Michael served at Sts. Constantine and Helen, Palos Hills, Ill. (1991-1994), and St. Basil,
Stockton: 1994-2004.
Fr. Michael came to Holy Trinity in August 2004, after the passing of our beloved pastor of 49 years, Fr. Anthony Kosturos. In addition to
his pastoral responsibilities, Fr. Michael served as the Principal of the Holy Trinity Orthodox School, Northern California
Ecumenical Officer for the SF Metropolis, and as a Columnist for the Hellenic Journal. He also served on the San Francisco Interfaith Council
and frequently volunteered for SF Project Homeless Connect.
Fr. Michael initiated many programs at Holy Trinity. He revitalized church organizations which had become inactive and worked with our
youth. He worked with Bay Area religious communities and in three short years brought Holy Trinity into the public eye and into a position of
prominence.
On August 20, 2007, the San Francisco Metropolis suspended Fr. Michael from active ministry within the Greek Orthodox Church and released him
from all priestly and pastoral duties. The SF Metropolis appointed Fr. James Adams as interim priest. On August 21, 2007, Fr. Michael
resigned from his position at Holy Trinity and petitioned the SF Metropolis to be released from the priesthood. In October 2007, he was
selected by the San Francisco Interfaith Council to the newly created administrative staff post, Executive Director. He continues to live
and work in the city of San Francisco.
Articles Relating to Fr. Michael
Fr. Michael was a regular columnist for the Hellenic Journal's Clergy Corner. Additionally, he wrote articles for other publications.
12-30-2004 - 100 Year Annv. Keynote Address
11-13-2005 - New Century Ball Remarks
Mar 2006 Clergy Corner
Apr 2006 Clergy Corner
Jul 2006 Clergy Corner
11-05-2006 - Making History Ball Remarks
Dec 2006 Clergy Corner
Jan 2007 Clergy Corner
Feb 2007 Clergy Corner
Mar 2007 Clergy Corner
Apr 2007 Clergy Corner
May 2007 Clergy Corner
Jun 2007 Clergy Corner
Jul 2007 Clergy Corner
Aug 2007 Clergy Corner
Sep 2007 Clergy Corner
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