Weekly Update - October 23, 2023
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PEACE AND GRACE
The Commemoration of the Departure of St. Philip the Apostle
(Oct 24, 2022 / Babah 14, 1740)
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
So Philip ran to him, and heard him reading the prophet Isaiah, and said, “Do you understand what you are reading? And he said, “How can I, unless someone guides me?”
Acts 8:30-31
SERVICES THIS WEEK
Monday:
College Women’s Book Club: 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Preparation for Baptism Class: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Zoom Meeting)
Tuesday:
Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Wednesday:
Divine Liturgy: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Thursday:
College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Fr. Andrew Iskander)
Friday:
Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Epistle of James)
Saturday:
Saturday Youth Camp:
Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 pm - 7:00 p.m.
Junior High and High School Intermediate Hymn Classes: 6:00 pm - 7:00 p.m.
Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Midnight Praise 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Sunday:
Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.
Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy
Sunday School and Beginner Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Monday:
College Women’s Book Club: 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Preparation for Baptism Class: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (Zoom Meeting)
Congratulations Christian and Argie!
Congratulations to Christian and Argie Heyward for the Baptism of their son: Theos Maximus Heyward. God grant you spiritual renewal daily throughout your lives!
October 31 | All-Saints Day! |
Please RSVP and Pick a Theme by CLICKING HERE!
Mark your calendars for this year’s event on October 31, 2023 from 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm! This year, we will have a trunk decoration contest! Click the link below to sign up for a theme or item to bring! There will also be a puppy petting zoo from 6:30 pm -7:30pm and lots of other fun games, food, fellowship, and of course candy! It will be very fun for the kiddos and parents alike! Please let us know you’re coming to this popular event by CLICKING HERE and by using the same link to sign up for a theme! Prizes to be announced!
January 14, 2022 - Annual St. Basil Formal Banquet & Silent Auction
Mark your calendars for 2:00PM - 6:00 PM , on January 14th for St. Basil’s annual banquet in celebration of St. Basil’s annual commemoration (January 14th) for a wonderful night with family and friends! Tickets will be available soon!
This will be a formal dinner with presentations on the past accomplishments of our church and goals for the future. There will also be fundraising events such as a silent auction and raffle giveaways and other presentations! Contact Silvia Guirguis for more information at (858) 248-0708.
Consider donating items for the silent auction, such as:
Gift Baskets: either prepare them or sponsor the preparation of a basket!
Service Vouchers: tutoring, limousine rides, boat rides, fishing, babysitting, etc.
Entertainment tickets: sports events, movies, etc.
Black Friday items: iPads, computers, etc.
Got an old car you are thinking of selling? Why not have it be a highlight of the auction?
Keep your receipts because all donations used for the auction are tax deductible! More info to follow!
St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)
This week we will explore the Epistle of St. James! it’s only five chapters so please read ahead of the meeting!
Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm
Also, on Zoom for those who can’t make it to church! Click Here to join at 7:30pm
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:
Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).
Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.
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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.
DIOCESE EVENTS
PROFESSIONAL NETWORK
As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.
ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL
Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out and visit our Welcome Portal.
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.