Daniel Gharbawy
Weekly Update - March 12
Weekly Update - March 12

Weekly Update - August 25, 2025

The Departure of Micah the Prophet (Mesra 22, 1741 / August 28, 2025)

Click here for a bible study on the Book of Micah!

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

He has shown you, O man, what is good;
And what does the Lord require of you
But to do justly, to love mercy,
And to walk humbly with your God?

Micah 6:8

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

  • Iconography Workshop: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (last class)

THURSDAY:

  • College Coptic Club: Bonfire at Mission Beach (5:00 p.m.) See Flyer Below

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

Thank You Bishop Kyrillos!

We had a wonderful blessing with a visit of His Grace Bishop Kyrillos on Sunday!

 
 

Outdoor Fellowship Events!

Hiking at Torrey Pines

Join us at Torrey Pines for a hike at 4:30 p.m. on the following Sundays:

  • September 14

 
 

College Coptic Club - Back to School Event!

 
 

Diocese Servant Convention - In San Diego!!!

Sheraton San Diego (Aug 30th - Sep 1st)

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE Monday nights at 8:00 p.m. for baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years). 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions. Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - August 25, 2025

+

PEACE AND GRACE

The Departure of Micah the Prophet (Mesra 22, 1741 / August 28, 2025)

Click here for a bible study on the Book of Micah!

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

He has shown you, O man, what is good;
And what does the Lord require of you
But to do justly, to love mercy,
And to walk humbly with your God?

Micah 6:8

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

  • Iconography Workshop: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. (last one this summer)

THURSDAY:

  • College Coptic Club: Bonfire at Mission Beach (5:00 p.m.) See Flyer Below

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 
 

Thank You Bishop Kyrillos!

We had a wonderful blessing with a visit of His Grace Bishop Kyrillos on Sunday!

 
 

Outdoor Fellowship Events!

Hiking at Torrey Pines

Join us at Torrey Pines for a hike at 4:30 p.m. on the following Sundays:

  • September 14

 
 

College Coptic Club - Back to School Event!

 
 

Diocese Servant Convention - In San Diego!!!

Sheraton San Diego (Aug 30th - Sep 1st)

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE Monday nights at 8:00 p.m. for baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years). 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions. Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - August 11, 2025

+

ST. MARY’S FAST (AUG 7-21, 2025)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“This is the Great Work of a man: always to take the blame for his own sins before God and to expect temptation to his last breath.”

Abba Anthony

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

  • Iconography Workshop: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

SATURDAY:

  • Annual Fishing Trip: 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (arrive at 6:00 a.m - details below)

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • Torrey Pines Hike: 4:30 p.m. (details below)

 
 

Congratulations Lara and Leslie!

Congratulations to Lara and Leslie for joining the Coptic Orthodox Church!  God grant them the spiritual success, growth and joy that only our Lord Jesus Christ can provide in the Holy Spirit!

350 AD - Prayer of Serapion of Thmuis (The Sacramentary of Serapion)

God of Powers, the helper of every soul that turns to you, and that comes under the mighty hand of your only-begotten, we invoke you to work in this chrism [oil] a divine and heavenly energy through the divine and unseen powers of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, in order that they who have been baptized, and who are being anointed with it with the impress of the sign of the saving cross of the only-begotten, by which cross Satan and every opposing power was routed and triumphed over, they also, as being regenerated and renewed through the washing of regeneration, may become partakers of the gift of the Holy Spirit, and being made secure by this seal, may continue steadfast and unmovable, unhurt, ,and inviolate, free from harsh treatment and intrigue, in the franchise of the faith and full knowledge of the truth, awaiting to the end the heavenly hopes of life and eternal promises of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, through whom to you is the glory and strength both now and to all the ages of the ages. Amen. 

1 John 2:20 - But you have an anointing from the Holy One, and you know all things.

 
 

Outdoor Fellowship Events!

Hiking at Torrey Pines

Join us at Torrey Pines for a hike at 4:30 p.m. on the following Sundays:

  • August 17

  • September 14

St. Basil’s Annual Fishing Trip - Saturday, August 16th

  • Boat is now full!!! See you next year!

    Time: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM 

    • (Arrive at 6:00 AM)

  • Location: Oceanside Sea Center

315 S Harbor Dr., Oceanside, CA 92054 

(Blue Horizon Boat)

`

 
 

Coptic Iconography

Class is now full! A professional iconographer will lead us in a four-week lesson series.  

  • Series two: August 6 - August 27 

  • Wednesdays, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

  • Except for August 20th which will be moved to August 18th

 
 

His Grace Bishop Kyrillos - Sunday, August 24th

Be sure to come to take his blessing!

Child wishing to be ordained a chanter-deacon in the church? Or a daughter that wishes to be blessed as a deaconess? If interested, contact Fr. Michael and please consider the following:

  • Parents should be committed to bringing the child to church on Sunday and on time.

  • Provide the name of the child to Fr. Michael Maximous (949-378-0350).

  • At a minimum, the child should know the following four hymns in English and/or Coptic. Click Here to practice them in English.

    • Alleluia! This Is The Day…

    • Amen. Amen. Amen. Your Death O Lord…

    • May Their Holy Blessings…

    • As It Was…

  • Come to vespers on 08/23/25 to be tested after Vespers

 
 

Diocese Servant Convention - In San Diego!!!

Sheraton San Diego (Aug 30th - Sep 1st)

  • The first 100 adults will receive a discount of $65 per adult, if you use the code EARLY160

  • After the first 100 adults register, we will still offer an optional discount of $35 per adult, if you use the code SAVE190

  • Because we live in San Diego, we may only need to register for the talks and activities. (no hotel costs needed)

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE Monday nights at 8:00 p.m. for baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years). 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions. Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - August 4, 2025

+

ST. MARY’S FAST (AUG 7-21, 2025)

The Departure of St. Mary Magdalene (Abib 28, 1741 / August 4, 2025)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

When they came back from the tomb, they told all these things to the Eleven and to all the others. It was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the others with them who told this to the apostles. But they did not believe the women, because their words seemed to them like nonsense. Peter, however, got up and ran to the tomb. Bending over, he saw the strips of linen lying by themselves, and he went away, wondering to himself what had happened.

Luke 24:9-12

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

  • Iconography Workshop: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

THURSDAY:

  • Start of St. Mary’s Fast (Aug 7-21)

SATURDAY:

  • Daughters of St. Katherine Women’s Day: 8:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (St. Paul in Irvine)

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

Outdoor Fellowship Events!

Hiking at Torrey Pines

Join us at Torrey Pines for a hike at 4:30 p.m. on the following Sundays:

  • August 17

  • September 14

St. Basil’s Annual Fishing Trip - Saturday, August 16th

  • Boat is now full!!! See you next year!

    Time: 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM 

    • (Arrive at 6:00 AM)

  • Location: Oceanside Sea Center

315 S Harbor Dr., Oceanside, CA 92054 

(Blue Horizon Boat)

`

 
 

Coptic Iconography

Class is now full! Join us in creating your very own icon!  A professional iconographer will lead us in a four-week lesson series.  

  • Series two: August 6 - August 27 

  • Wednesdays, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

  • Except for August 20th which will be moved to August 18th

 
 

His Grace Bishop Kyrillos - Sunday, August 24th

Be sure to come to take his blessing!

Child wishing to be ordained a chanter-deacon in the church? Or a daughter that wishes to be blessed as a deaconess?

  • At least 6 or 7 years old

  • Able to stand by him/herself in a focused manner

  • Contact Fr. Michael!

 
 

Diocese Servant Convention - In San Diego!!!

Sheraton San Diego (Aug 30th - Sep 1st)

  • The first 100 adults will receive a discount of $65 per adult, if you use the code EARLY160

  • After the first 100 adults register, we will still offer an optional discount of $35 per adult, if you use the code SAVE190

  • Because we live in San Diego, we may only need to register for the talks and activities. (no hotel costs needed)

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE Monday nights at 8:00 p.m. for baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years). 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions. Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - August 4, 2025

+

PEACE AND GRACE

The Departure of St. Mary Magdalene (Abib 28, 1741 / August 4, 2025)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“When they came back from the tomb, they told all these things to the Eleven and to all the others. It was Mary Magdalene, Joanna, Mary the mother of James, and the others with them who told this to the apostles. But they did not believe the women, because their words seemed to them like nonsense. Peter, however, got up and ran to the tomb. Bending over, he saw the strips of linen lying by themselves, and he went away, wondering to himself what had happened.

Luke 24:9-12

 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

  • Icon Workshop: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

THURSDAY:

  • St. Mary’s Fast (Aug. 7 - Aug. 21)

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

Outdoor Fellowship Events!

Hiking at Torrey Pines

Join us at Torrey Pines for a hike at 4:30 p.m. on the following Sundays:

  • August 17

  • September 14

St. Basil’s Annual Fishing Trip - Saturday, August 16th

  • 3/4 day fishing from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

  • Oceanside Sea Center

`

 
 

Coptic Iconography

Join us in creating your very own icon!  A professional iconographer will lead us in a four-week lesson series.  

  • Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

  • Minimum age: 13 (or younger with permission and with parent involvement)

  • Series 1: Completed (Icon of Christ)

  • Series 2: August 6 - August 27 (icon of St. Mary the Theotokos)

  • Estimated cost: $150/person (includes iconographer instructor and materials costs) 

    • Registration fee: $75 (Church will pay half!!)

    • If you can pay the $150, please do :)

  • Registration link: Stbasil.net/store

Limit: 10 painters per series so register today!

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE Monday nights at 8:00 p.m. for baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years). 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions. Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - July 21, 2025

+

PEACE AND GRACE

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be [b]perfect and complete, lacking nothing. If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him. But let him ask in faith, with no doubting, for he who doubts is like a wave of the sea driven and tossed by the wind. For let not that man suppose that he will receive anything from the Lord; he is a double-minded man, unstable in all his ways.

James 1:2-8

 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • NO DIVINE LITURGY

  • Icon Workshop: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

    • With Iconographer Joseph Metz (see below)

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Special College/Recent Graduate Meeting: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (see below)

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

College and Recent Graduate Meeting!

Continuing our series with the various servant leads in our parish church, this week we will hear from our treasurer! He will speak to us about the challenges of managing a parish’s finances and will also show that God is present in this service too!

The goal for these series of talks is to expose the college and recent graduates to the various services and how this service brings you closer to Christ! These talks will allow for:

  • A Deeper understanding of church ministry (in this case, church finance) through the lens of personal testimony of the servant leads

  • Emerging leaders gain practical and spiritual insight into various areas of service including some of the challenges. They don’t happen automatically!

  • Opportunity for ongoing mentorship or shadowing in specific departments

  • Fosters ownership of the church’s mission in the rising generation

 
 

Outdoor Fellowship Events!

Hiking at Torrey Pines

Join us at Torrey Pines for a hike at 4:30 p.m. on the following Sundays:

  • August 17

  • September 14

St. Basil’s Annual Fishing Trip - Saturday, August 16th

  • 3/4 day fishing from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

  • Oceanside Sea Center

 
 

Coptic Iconography

Join us in creating your very own icon!  A professional iconographer will lead us in a four-week lesson series.  

  • Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

  • Minimum age: 13 (or younger with permission and with parent involvement)

  • Series 1: Sold Out!

  • Series 2: August 6 - August 27 

  • Estimated cost: $150/person (includes iconographer instructor and materials costs) 

    • Registration fee: $75 (Church will pay half!!)

    • If you can pay the $150, please do :)

  • Registration link: Stbasil.net/store

Limit: 10 painters per series so register today!

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE Monday nights at 8:00 p.m. for baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years). 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions. Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - July 14, 2025

+

PEACE AND GRACE

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

The greatest among you will be your servant. For those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who humble themselves will be exalted.

Matthew 23:11-12

 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

TUESDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

  • Icon Workshop: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

    • With Iconographer Joseph Metz (see below)

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (With Fr. David Abdelsayed-Holy Transfiguration)

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

Outdoor Fellowship Events!

Hiking at Torrey Pines

Join us at Torrey Pines for a hike at 4:30 p.m. on the following Sundays:

  • August 17

  • September 14

St. Basil’s Annual Fishing Trip - Saturday, August 16th

  • 3/4 day fishing from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

  • Oceanside Sea Center

 
 

Coptic Iconography

Join us in creating your very own icon!  A professional iconographer will lead us in a four-week lesson series.  

  • Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

  • Minimum age: 13 (or younger with permission and with parent involvement)

  • Series 1: Sold Out!

  • Series 2: August 6 - August 27 

  • Estimated cost: $150/person (includes iconographer instructor and materials costs) 

    • Registration fee: $75 (Church will pay half!!)

    • If you can pay the $150, please do :)

  • Registration link: Stbasil.net/store

Limit: 10 painters per series so register today!

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE Monday nights at 8:00 p.m. for baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years). 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions. Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - July 7, 2025

+

BLESSED APOSTLES FEAST!

(Fast: June 9 - July 11 / Feast: July 12)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Then He lifted up His eyes toward His disciples, and said:

“Blessed are you poor,
For yours is the kingdom of God.
Blessed are you who hunger now,
For you shall be filled.
Blessed are you who weep now,
For you shall laugh.
Blessed are you when men hate you,
And when they exclude you,
And revile you, and cast out your name as evil,
For the Son of Man’s sake.
Rejoice in that day and leap for joy!
For indeed your reward is great in heaven,
For in like manner their fathers did to the prophets."

Luke 6:20-23

 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

TUESDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10 a.m.

  • Icon Workshop: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

    • Iconographer Joseph Metz will lead us. More info below!

THURSDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SATURDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: (Feast of the Apostles)

    • Matins: 8:00 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.

    • Liturgy of the Waters: 8:45 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

    • Divine Liturgy: 9:45 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 

Congratulations Michael!

Congratulations to Tara and Cherif for the baptism of their son Michael! May God bless your journey with Christ!

 

Youth Summer Camp (June 3 - July 26)

Looking to keep your kids busy this summer with healthy options? We’ve got the best place for you! The kiddos will be divided into five groups depending on age (kindergarten through high school).

Schedule on Every Tuesday and Thursday Evenings!

  • 5:30 p.m. Arrival and Free Play

  • 6:15 p.m. Simple Meal

  • 6:45 p.m. Craft/Activity e.g., woodworking, Orban, baking, icon making, and more!

  • 7:15 p.m. Games

  • 7:45 p.m. Hymns

  • New end time is 8:00 p.m. not 8:30 p.m.!

 
 

Outdoor Fellowship Events!

Hiking at Torrey Pines

Join us at Torrey Pines for a hike at 4:30 p.m. on the following Sundays:

  • July 13

  • August 17

  • September 14

St. Basil’s Annual Fishing Trip - Saturday, August 16th

  • 3/4 day fishing from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

  • Oceanside Sea Center

    • 315 Harbor Drive South, Oceanside, CA

    • Tickets will be purchased directly from Oceanside Sea Center’s website

    • Registration link coming soon

 
 

Coptic Iconography

Join us in creating your very own icon!  A professional iconographer will lead us in a four-week lesson series.  

  • Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

  • Minimum age: 13 (or younger with permission and with parent involvement)

  • Series 1: Sold Out!

  • Series 2: August 6 - August 27 

  • Estimated cost: $150/person (includes iconographer instructor and materials costs) 

    • Registration fee: $75 (Church will pay half!!)

    • If you can pay the $150, please do :)

  • Registration link: Stbasil.net/store

Limit: 10 painters per series so register today!

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church.

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years). 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - June 30, 2025

+

HAPPY APOSTLES FAST!

(June 9 - July 11)

The Martytdom of the Great St. Anba Moses the Black (Paona 24, 1741 / June 30, 2025)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Blessed is the Lord God of Israel,
For He has visited and redeemed His people,
And has raised up a horn of salvation for us
In the house of His servant David,
As He spoke by the mouth of His holy prophets,
Who have been since the world began,
That we should be saved from our enemies
And from the hand of all who hate us,
To perform the mercy promised to our fathers
And to remember His holy covenant,
The oath which He swore to our father Abraham:
To grant us that we,
Being delivered from the hand of our enemies,
Might serve Him without fear,
In holiness and righteousness before Him all the days of our life.

And you, child, will be called the prophet of the Highest;
For you will go before the face of the Lord to prepare His ways,
To give knowledge of salvation to His people
By the remission of their sins,
Through the tender mercy of our God,
With which the Dayspring from on high has visited us;
To give light to those who sit in darkness and the shadow of death,
To guide our feet into the way of peace.”

Luke 1:68-79

 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

TUESDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10 a.m.

  • Icon Workshop: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

    • Iconographer Joseph Metz will lead us. More info below!

THURSDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • Torrey Pines Hike: 4:30 p.m. (see below)

 
 

Youth Summer Camp (June 3 - July 26)

Looking to keep your kids busy this summer with healthy options? We’ve got the best place for you! The kiddos will be divided into five groups depending on age (kindergarten through high school).

Schedule on Every Tuesday and Thursday Evenings!

  • 5:30 p.m. Arrival and Free Play

  • 6:15 p.m. Simple Meal

  • 6:45 p.m. Craft/Activity e.g., woodworking, Orban, baking, icon making, and more!

  • 7:15 p.m. Games

  • 7:45 p.m. Hymns

  • New end time is 8:00 p.m. not 8:30 p.m.!

 
 

Outdoor Fellowship Events!

Hiking at Torrey Pines

Join us at Torrey Pines for a hike at 4:30 p.m. on the following Sundays:

  • July 6

  • August 17

  • September 14

Also: St. Basil’s Annual Fishing Trip - August 16th!!!

  • Mark your calendars: Saturday, August 16th!

  • 3/4 day fishing from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

  • Oceanside Sea Center

    • 315 Harbor Drive South, Oceanside, CA

    • Tickets will be purchased directly from Oceanside Sea Center’s website

    • Registration Link Coming Soon!!!

Extra cost: Galley with food & drinks and tip

 
 

Coptic Iconography

Join us in preparing your own very first icon!!!  A professional iconographer will be leading us in a four-week lesson series.  

  • Wednesday Evenings from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

  • Minimum Age: 13 (or younger with permission and with parent involvement)

  • Series one: July 2nd - July 23rd

  • Series two: August 6th - August 27th 

  • Estimated Cost per Student: $150/Person (Includes Iconographer and Material Cost) 

    • Church will pay half! $75

    • Registration fee: $75!

    • If you can pay the $150, please do:)

  • Registration Link: Stbasil.net/store

Limit: 10 painters per series so register today!

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - June 30, 2025

+

HAPPY APOSTLES FAST!

(June 9 - July 11)

The Martyrdom of the Great St. Anba Moses the Black (Paona 24, 1741 / July 1, 2025)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace”

Ephesians 1:7

 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

TUESDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10 a.m.

  • Icon Workshop: 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.

    • Iconographer Joseph Metz will lead us. More info below!

THURSDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • Torrey Pines Hike: 4:30 p.m. (see below)

 
 

Youth Summer Camp (June 3 - July 26)

Looking to keep your kids busy this summer with healthy options? We’ve got the best place for you! The kiddos will be divided into five groups depending on age (kindergarten through high school).

Schedule on Every Tuesday and Thursday Evenings!

  • 5:30 p.m. Arrival and Free Play

  • 6:15 p.m. Simple Meal

  • 6:45 p.m. Craft/Activity e.g., woodworking, Orban, baking, icon making, and more!

  • 7:15 p.m. Games

  • 7:45 p.m. Hymns

  • New end time is 8:00 p.m. not 8:30 p.m.!

 
 

Outdoor Fellowship!

Join us for a beautiful hike in Torrey Pines at 4:30 p.m. on the following Sundays:

  • July 6th

  • August 17th

  • September 14th

Also: St. Basil’s Annual Fishing Trip - August 16th!!!

  • Mark your calendars: Saturday, August 16th!

  • 3/4 day fishing from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

  • Oceanside Sea Center

    • 315 Harbor Drive South, Oceanside, CA

    • Tickets will be purchased directly from Oceanside Sea Center’s website

    • Registration Link Coming Soon!!!

Extra cost: Galley with food & drinks and tip

 
 

Coptic Iconography: Starts July 2nd!

Join us in preparing your own very first icon!!!  A professional iconographer will be leading us in a four-week lesson series.  

  • Wednesday Evenings from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

  • Minimum Age: 13 (or younger with permission and with parent involvement)

  • Series one: July 2nd - July 23rd

  • Series two: August 6th - August 27th 

  • Estimated Cost per Student: $150/Person (Includes Iconographer and Material Cost) 

    • Church will pay half! $75

    • Registration fee: $75!

    • If you can pay the $150, please do:)

  • Registration Link: Stbasil.net/store

Limit: 10 painters per series so register today!

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - June 23, 2025

+

HAPPY APOSTLES FAST!

(June 9 - July 11)

The Departure of Elisha the Prophet (Paona 20, 1741 / June 27, 2025)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Take heed that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that in heaven their angels always see the face of My Father who is in heaven. For the Son of Man has come to save that which was lost.

What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep, and one of them goes astray, does he not leave the ninety-nine and go to the mountains to seek the one that is straying? And if he should find it, assuredly, I say to you, he rejoices more over that sheep than over the ninety-nine that did not go astray. Even so it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones should perish.“

Matthew 18:10-14

 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

TUESDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

THURSDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

FRIDAY:

  • Adult Talk: The Story of Būluṣ ibn Rajā (Guest Speaker: Dr. David Bertaina - See Below)

    • 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Zoom

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

Orthodox Christian Education!

Special Guest Speaker - June 20, 2025!

Mark your calendars for a very special dinner and a guest speaker (Dr. David Bertaina, University of Illinois) who is flying from Chicago to join us on Friday, June 20th to speak at our church!

  • 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. starting with dinner!

  • Don’t miss this evening of history, dialogue, and inspiration as we learn about one of our saints!

  • Register (free) by clicking here!

 
 

Youth Summer Camp (June 3 - July 26)

Looking to keep your kids busy this summer with healthy options? We’ve got the best place for you! The kiddos will be divided into five groups depending on age (kindergarten through high school).

Schedule on Every Tuesday and Thursday Evenings!

  • 5:30 p.m. Arrival and Free Play

  • 6:15 p.m. Simple Meal

  • 6:45 p.m. Craft/Activity e.g., woodworking, Orban, baking, icon making, and more!

  • 7:15 p.m. Games

  • 7:45 p.m. Hymns

 
 

Congratulations!

Congratulations to John and Lindsay for the baptism of their daughter: Abigail! God bless your family with the joy and fulfillment that comes with walking with the Lord!

 
 

Coptic Iconography

Join us in preparing your own very first icon!!!  A professional iconographer will be leading us in a four-week lesson series.  

  • Wednesday Evenings from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

  • Minimum Age: 13 (or younger with permission and with parent involvement)

  • Series one: July 2nd - July 23rd

  • Series two: August 6th - August 27th 

  • Estimated Cost per Student: $150/Person (Includes Iconographer and Material Cost) 

    • Church will pay half! $75

    • Registration fee: $75!

    • If you can pay the $150, please do:)

  • Registration Link: Stbasil.net/store

Limit: 10 painters per series so register today!

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - June 9, 2025

+

HAPPY APOSTLES FAST!

(June 9 - July 11)

Apostles Fast

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

You are already full! You are already rich! You have reigned as kings without us—and indeed I could wish you did reign, that we also might reign with you! For I think that God has displayed us, the apostles, last, as men condemned to death; for we have been made a spectacle to the world, both to angels and to men. We are fools for Christ’s sake, but you are wise in Christ! We are weak, but you are strong! You are distinguished, but we are dishonored! To the present hour we both hunger and thirst, and we are poorly clothed, and beaten, and homeless. And we labor, working with our own hands. Being reviled, we bless; being persecuted, we endure; being defamed, we entreat. We have been made as the filth of the world, the offscouring of all things until now.

  • 1 Corinthians 4:8-13

 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

TUESDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

THURSDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

FRIDAY:

  • Adult Talk: The Church at the turn of the First Millennium

    • 7:00 pm- 8:00 pm on Zoom

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

Special Guest Speaker - June 20, 2025!

Mark your calendars for a very special dinner and a guest speaker (Dr. David Bertaina, University of Illinois) who is flying from Chicago to join us on Friday, June 20th to speak at our church!

  • 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. starting with dinner!

  • Don’t miss this evening of history, dialogue, and inspiration as we learn about one of our saints!

  • Register (free) by clicking here!

 
 

Youth Summer Camp (June 3 - July 26)

Looking to keep your kids busy this summer with healthy options? We’ve got the best place for you! The kiddos will be divided into five groups depending on age (kindergarten through high school).

Schedule on Every Tuesday and Thursday Evenings!

  • 5:30 p.m. Arrival and Free Play

  • 6:15 p.m. Simple Meal

  • 6:45 p.m. Craft/Activity e.g., woodworking, Orban, baking, icon making, and more!

  • 7:15 p.m. Games

  • 7:45 p.m. Hymns

 
 

Orthodox Christian Education!

We’re modifying our Bible Study meeting to include other fascinating topic as well such as: Church History, Theology, Spirituality, Church Traditions, Contemporary Issues, and more!

This week:

We will review the environment our church lived through at the close of the first millennium and the start of the second! This was a dramatic and defining era in our Coptic Orthodox history—one of faith, courage, timeless writings, and persecution under Fatimid rule.

  • Friday, June 13, 2025

  • On Zoom and YouTube ONLY.

  • The following week, we will have a special guest speaker (see above) on June 20th to review one of the books this era produced!!!

 
 

Coptic Iconography

Join us in preparing your own very first icon!!!  A professional iconographer will be leading us in a four-week lesson series.  

  • Wednesday Evenings from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM

  • Minimum Age: 13

  • Series one: July 2nd - July 23rd

  • Series two (if needed): August 6th - August 27th 

  • Estimated Cost per Student: $150/Person (Includes Iconographer and Material Cost) 

    • Church will pay half! $75

    • Registration fee: $75!

    • If you can pay the $150, please do:)

  • Registration Link: Coming Soon so mark your calendars

Limit: 10 painters per series.

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - June 2, 2025

+

PEACE AND GRACE

Glorious Feast of Pentecost

June 8, 2025 / Baounah 1, 1741

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

When the Day of Pentecost had fully come, they were all with one accord in one place. And suddenly there came a sound from heaven, as of a rushing mighty wind, and it filled the whole house where they were sitting. Then there appeared to them divided tongues, as of fire, and one sat upon each of them. And they were all filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak with other tongues, as the Spirit gave them utterance.

  • Acts 2:1-4

 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

TUESDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

    • The College Coptic Club will be joining along with Fr. Augustine from St. Monica’s church

  • Midnight Praises: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

THURSDAY:

  • Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

Youth Summer Camp - Starting June 3

Looking to keep your kids busy this summer with healthy options? We’ve got the best place for you! The kiddos will be broken up into five groups depending on age (kindergarten through high school).

Weekly Schedule Every Tuesday and Thursday Evenings!

  • 5:30 p.m. Arrival and Free Play

  • 6:15 p.m. Simple Meal

  • 6:45 p.m. Craft/Activity e.g., woodworking, Orban, baking, icon making, and more!

  • 7:15 p.m. Games

  • 7:45 p.m. Hymns

 
 

Men’s Night at La Jolla Shores!

Some of the men of St. Basil’s had a great time at the beach where the fellowship, weather and food was great! Summer is just starting! Thanks to all those who labored to make it happen!

 
 

CONGRATS COLLEGE GRADS!!!

Thanks to Bishoy and Engy for hosting the College Coptic Club Graduates party! There was a “most likely to…” presentation, great food, and wonderful discussions! May Jesus Christ grant all of the graduate young men and women great success as they begin a new chapter in their life!

 
 

Special Guest Speaker - June 20, 2025!

Mark your calendars for a very special dinner and a guest speaker who is flying out from Chicago on Friday, June 20th to speak at our church!

  • 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. starting with dinner!

  • More information will follow soon but be sure to block out this date and time!

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian faith and history. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox prayer and spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - May 26, 2025

+

CHRIST IS RISEN! INDEED HE IS RISEN!

Glorious Feast of the Ascension of Our Lord Jesus Christ

May 29, 2025 / Bashons 21, 1741

Entry of the Lord into Egypt

(June 1, 2025 / Bashons 24, 1741)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

In that day you will ask in My name, and I do not say to you that I shall pray the Father for you; for the Father Himself loves you, because you have loved Me, and have believed that I came forth from God. I came forth from the Father and have come into the world. Again, I leave the world and go to the Father.

  • John 16:26-28

 
 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • No Liturgy

  • College Coptic Club graduation event: 5:30 p.m. (See info below)

THURSDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. (Feast of the Ascension)

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

  • Servant’s Meeting: 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

  • Men’s Night at La Jolla Shores beach: 6:30 p.m.

 
 

Men’s Night - Sunday, June 1 at 6:30 p.m.

Join us at La Jolla Shores beach this Sunday evening for a spiritual talk, fellowship, bonfire, dinner, and s’mores! Look forward to seeing you there.

 
 

College Coptic Club Graduation Event - Wednesday, May 28 at 5:30 p.m.

 
 

College and Recent Graduates Meeting (with coffee) - Sunday, June 1 at 11:30 a.m.

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - May 19, 2025

+

CHRIST IS RISEN! INDEED HE IS RISEN!

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory.

  • Colossians 3:1-4

 
 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy from 8:00 am to 10:00 am

  • Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

THURSDAY:

  • College Coptic Club meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

    • Guest Speaker: John Abdou (from St. Paul Church in Irvine will be visiting!)

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

  • Vespers: 7:00 pm- 8:00 pm

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

Foster Kids Community Event - Huge Success!

  • What an amazing event! Adults and children assembled suitcases to provide to 107 foster children!

    • The suitcases were filled with hygiene products, spiritual reading material, and a special message from the congregation of St. Basil’s!

  • Working with local non-profit organizations (such as Olive Crest) these suitcases will be distributed to these children with so much challenge in their lives!

  • God bless all those who worked so hard to make this event happen and to those who contributed to improve these children’s lives!

A father of the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in His holy habitation. ~Psalm 68:5

 
 

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Sara and Collin for the baptism of their daughter Evelyn! God bless your spiritual journey!

Baptize first the children, and if they can speak for themselves let them do so. Otherwise, let their parents or other relatives speak for them”

(Hippolytus - The Apostolic Tradition 21:16 - 215 AD)

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

**REVISED**Weekly Update - May 19, 2025 (Copy)

+

CHRIST IS RISEN! INDEED HE IS RISEN!

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory.

  • Colossians 3:1-4

 
 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy from 8:00 am to 10:00 am

  • Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

THURSDAY:

  • College Coptic Club meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

    • Guest Speaker: John Abdou (from St. Paul Church in Irvine will be visiting!)

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

  • Vespers: 7:00 pm- 8:00 pm

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

Foster Kids Community Event - Huge Success!

  • What an amazing event! Adults and children assembled suitcases to provide to 107 foster children!

    • The suitcases were filled with hygiene products, spiritual reading material, and a special message from the congregation of St. Basil’s!

  • Working with local non-profit organizations (such as Olive Crest) these suitcases will be distributed to these children with so much challenge in their lives!

  • God bless all those who worked so hard to make this event happen and to those who contributed to improve these children’s lives!

A father of the fatherless, a defender of widows, is God in His holy habitation. ~Psalm 68:5

 
 

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Sara and Collin for the baptism of their daughter Evelyn! God bless your spiritual journey!

Baptize first the children, and if they can speak for themselves let them do so. Otherwise, let their parents or other relatives speak for them”

(Hippolytus - The Apostolic Tradition 21:16 - 215 AD)

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - May 11, 2025

+

CHRIST IS RISEN! INDEED HE IS RISEN!

 
 

QUOTES FROM ST. ATHANASIUS

  • And I against the world!

  • Be of good heart! It is only a cloud, and will soon pass away!

  • All the disciples of Christ despise death, they take the offensive against it and, instead of fearing it, by the sign of the cross and by faith in Christ trample on it as on something dead.

  • The renewal of creation has been accomplished by the Self-same Word who made it in the beginning.

  • For the truth is not preached with swords or with darts, nor by means of soldiers; but by persuasion and counsel.

  • One cannot possibly understand the teaching of the saints unless one has a pure mind and is trying to imitate their life... , anyone who wishes to understand the mind of the sacred writers must first cleanse his own life, and approach the saints by copying their deeds

  • Let us look at the very tradition, teaching, and faith of the Universal Church from the beginning, which the Lord gave, the Apostles preached, and the Fathers kept.
    Upon this the Church is founded...

St. Athanasius the Apostolic

 
 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • No Divine Liturgy

  • Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

THURSDAY:

  • Liturgy from 8:00 am to 10:00 am (Commemoration of St. Athanasius the Apostolic)

  • College Coptic Club meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

    • Guest Speaker: Fr. Anthony (from St. Demiana Church)

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

  • Vespers: 7:00 pm- 8:00 pm

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

Foster Kids Community Event - May 18, 2025

Join us this Sunday after the liturgy - 1:00 PM

  • This event is open to all who want to participate–anyone under middle school age must be accompanied by an adult please.

  • In partnership with Forever Kids, we will be gathering on Sunday May 18th following the liturgy to hear a presentation from the organization and pack the suitcases with a few items (toiletries, an inspirational card and books) 

  • As a review, foster children face multiple moves from home to home and are given a trash bag to carry their belongings.  

    • This initiative aims to give these children hope and dignity by giving them their own suitcase with hygienic and a few character-building items and inside

  • St. Basil’s successfully raised over $10,000 to pride over 100 suitcases to these children

  • If you are interested in helping organize the event or helping the day of, please contact Giselle Sorial (giselle.sorial@gmail.com ) or Erene Hanna (erenepasi@gmail.com/ 562-619-4595)

 
 

Congratulations!

Congratulations to Rushaun Hanson for her baptism into the One Holy Catholic and Apostolic Church! May the Lord guide you through a life of grace, love and peace as you walk with the Lord Jesus Christ in the Coptic Orthodox Church!

Also Congratulations to Andrew and Merna Saad for the birth of their daughter: Lily Saad! God bless her life and your family with the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ!

 
 

High School and Recent Graduates Event!

We had a wonderful event and talk last Friday! God bless the servants who worked so hard to make this event a success! More to come, God willing!

 
 

Happy Mother’s Day!

We had a joyous Mother’s Day Celebration on Sunday where our beloved mothers recieved flowers and were served by some of the men of the church! Many more to come!

 
 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - May 5, 2025

+

CHRIST IS RISEN! INDEED HE IS RISEN!

The Martyrdom of St. Mark the Apostle (May 8, 2025 / Baramouda 30, 1741)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.

Mark 1:1

 
 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • No Divine Liturgy

  • Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

THURSDAY:

  • Liturgy from 8:00 am to 10:00 am (Commemoration of St. Mark the Apostle)

  • College Coptic Club meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

    • Guest Speaker: ArchDeacon Mark Solimon (from St. Paul’s Church - Irvine)

FRIDAY:

  • College and Recent Graduates event 3:00 pm -10:00 pm (See flyer below)

SATURDAY:

  • Adult Baptism: 10:00 am-11:00 am

  • Funeral for Laila Garana (Kelliny Family) 12:30pm

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm

  • Vespers: 7:00 pm- 8:00 pm

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

 
 

College and Recent Graduates Event!

Date: Friday, May 9, 2025

Time: 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm

Location: Fr. Michael’s House

  • Text name to Jasmin at (262) 312-0568 to RSVP

  • Hiking, Food, Fellowship, Talk, Movie Night!

 
 

Foster Kids Community Event - May 18, 2025

A BIG THANK YOU to all who generously donated toward purchasing suitcases to pack for our local foster kids! 

  • As a review, foster children face multiple moves from home to home and are given a trash bag to carry their belongings.  

    • This initiative aims to give these children hope and dignity by giving them their own suitcase with hygienic and a few character-building items and inside

  • St. Basil’s successfully raised over $10,000 to pride over 100 suitcases to these children

  • In partnership with Forever Kids, we will be gathering on Sunday May 18th following the liturgy to hear a presentation from the organization and pack the suitcases with a few items (toiletries, an inspirational card and books) 

    • This event is open to all who want to participate–anyone under middle school age must be accompanied by an adult please.

  • If you are interested in helping organize the event or helping the day of, please contact Giselle Sorial (giselle.sorial@gmail.com ) or Erene Hanna (erenepasi@gmail.com/ 562-619-4595)

 
 

Funeral for Laila Garana

Funeral for Tamer Kelliny's mother Laila @ 12:30pm

  • St. Demetrios Orthodox Garden Church

    • (Located within El Camino Memorial Park

    • 5600 Carroll Canyon Rd San Diego, CA 92121

  • Burial service is scheduled at 2:00pm at The Resurrection Garden at the

  • Immediately following the burial, the family invites all to a reception in celebration of Laila’s life, love, and legacy and an Aghapy Meal in the Event Lawn at El Camino Memorial Park

 
 

Welcome Michael Anthony Gerges!

Congratulations Tarah and Cherif Girgis for the birth of their son, Michael! God bless your family!

 
 

Congratulations to Dylan and Fabiola!

Congratulations to Dylan and Fabiola for thier engagement! God bless your journey and guide you both to the joyful occasion of Holy Matrimony.

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - April 28, 2025

+

CHRIST IS RISEN! INDEED HE IS RISEN!

The Martyrdom of St. George Prince of the Martyrs. (May 1, 2025 / Baramouda 23, 1741)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

When He opened the fifth seal, I saw under the altar the souls of those who had been slain for the word of God and for the testimony which they held. And they cried with a loud voice, saying, “How long, O Lord, holy and true, until You judge and avenge our blood on those who dwell on the earth?” Then a white robe was given to each of them; and it was said to them that they should rest a little while longer, until both the number of their fellow servants and their brethren, who would be killed as they were, was completed.

Revelation 6:9-11

 
 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

  • Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

THURSDAY:

  • College Coptic Club meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

    • Guest Speaker: Daniel Youseff (from St. Monica’s Church - Costa Mesa)

SATURDAY:

  • Bible Study: 5:45p.m. - 6:45 p.m. - Book of Job (Part 1-Chapters 1-6)

  • Vespers: 7:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

  • No Sunday School

 
 

Feast of the Resurrection Annual Picnic

God bless all those who labored so hard to make this year’s picnic a huge success! There were plenty of easter eggs, games, food, fellowship, music and park fun. And the kids had fun too! Can’t wait till next year, God willing! Click here to view photos of the event

 
 

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review the book of Job the Prophet. Why do bad things happen to good people? We will explore the mystery of suffering in the first two chapters of Job. Read it ahead of the meeting and come to share your thoughts.

  • Discussion: 5:45pm - 6:45pm

Also, on Zoom and YouTube for those who can’t make it to church at 5:45 pm!

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - April 21, 2025

+

CHRIST IS RISEN! INDEED HE IS RISEN!

Thomas Sunday (April 27, 2025 / Baramouda 19, 1741)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Then the Lord awoke as from sleep,
Like a mighty man who shouts because of wine.
And He built His sanctuary like the heights,
Like the earth which He has established forever.

Psalm 78:65 & Psalm 78:69

 
 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

WEDNESDAY:

  • No Liturgy

  • Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

THURSDAY:

  • College Coptic Club meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

    • Guest Speaker: Rebecca Karlous (from St. Monica’s Church - Costa Mesa)

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

  • Easter Picnic: 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (details below)

  • No Sunday SchoolSunday

 
 

St. Basil’s Annual Easter Picnic! (Sunday - April 27)

12:30-4pm

Click here to rsvp for St. Basil’s Annual Resurrection Picnic!

 
 

Condolences

St. Basil offers our condolences to the family of Wahib Mina for his repose in the Lord. He is the father of Erene (Mina) Hanna, father-in-law to Sherif Hanna, Grandfather of Ethan and Zoe. God repose his soul in the paradise of joy and grant comfort to the family. Funeral information is below:

The church also offers our condolences to the family of Laila Garana for her repose in the Lord. She is the mother of Tamer Kelliny, mother-in-law to Noha Kelliny, Grandmother of Carla and Adam. God repose her soul in the paradise of joy and grant comfort to the family. Funeral information is pending and will be made available soon.

 
 

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Saturday Nights (5:45pm - 6:45 pm)

No Bible Study this week. We will pick up again next week, God willing!

 
 

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

 
 

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

  • Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

  • Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

  • Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

 
 

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us.