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PEACE AND GRACE
The Departure of St. John the Evangelist and Theologian (January 13, 2024 / Toba 4, 1740)
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
And I will pray the Father, and He will give you another Helper, that He may abide with you forever— the Spirit of truth, whom the world cannot receive, because it neither sees Him nor knows Him; but you know Him, for He dwells with you and will be in you.
John 14:16-17
SERVICES THIS WEEK
Monday:
Feast of the Nativity Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 10:00 a.m.
Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)
Wednesday:
No Liturgy
Saturday:
Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Commemoration of St. Basil the Great
Midnight Praises 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
Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Annual St. Basil Formal Banquet & Silent Auction: 2:00 p.m. (details below)
Monday:
Feast of the Circumcision of the Lord and the Commemoration of St. Basil the Great Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 10:00 a.m.
Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)
January 14, 2024 - Annual St. Basil Formal Banquet & Silent Auction
Deadline to order tickets: January 9, 2024!!! ORDER TICKETS TODAY!
See you there!
Happy Feast of the Glorious Nativity!
St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)
No Bible Study this week but will resume 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:
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
St. Basil’s YouTube Channel
Have you subscribed to St. Basil’s YouTube Channel yet? if not, do so soon! Check out liturgies, important talks and more is to come!
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.