Weekly Update - January 16, 2024
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PEACE AND GRACE
The Holy Theophany of Our Lord Jesus Christ (January 20, 2024 / Toba 11, 1740)
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
When He had been baptized, Jesus came up immediately from the water; and behold, the heavens were opened to Him, and He saw the Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting upon Him. And suddenly a voice came from heaven, saying, “This is My beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased.”.
Matthew 3:16-17
SERVICES THIS WEEK
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)
Wednesday:
No Liturgy
Thursday:
College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Mike Hanna from the Three-Holy Youth Church, Orange, CA)
Saturday:
the Holy Theophany of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Baptism of the Lord Christ):
Divine Liturgy: 7:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.
Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
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.
Condolences
St. Basil’s Church offers our deepest condolences, with every hope in our Ever-Victorious Lord Jesus Christ, to Wagdy Ibrahim for the passing of his wife, Camelia Ibrahim.
She is the mother of Mr. Ash Ibrahim from St. Basil’s Church - the husband of Jacquie. The grandmother of Nicole, Anthony and Sofia.
Camelia is also the mother of Fr. Kyrillos Ibrahim from St. Paul’sthe husband of Shereen (Nany). The grandmother of Matthew and Karissa.
3rd Day Prayer/Condolences will be held at St. Paul’s on Thursday, 1/18 from 6-9p. Funeral Service to be announced.
St Paul Church
18802 Bardeen Ave., Irvine, CA 92612
May the Lord repose her pure soul and grant comfort and peace to all the family and friends.
St. Basil’s Church also offers our condolences to Greg Pluta for the passing of his mother, Barbara Weber last week. God grant the family every comfort!
"...that where I am, there you may be also." (John 14:3)
"…if indeed we suffer with Him, that we may also be glorified together." (Rom. 8:17)
Annual St Basil Banquet
A special thank you to all who labored so much to make this year’s banquet a huge success! The night was filled with fellowship while we reviewed where St. Basil’s church has been, current status, and vision for the future. God’s presence can be clearly seen throughout the years in the many challenges overcome and the blessings He continually pours on us. The fundraising aspect of the night was also successful: thank you to all who donated silent auction items and those who purchased tickets. We will see you next year, God willing! :)
St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)
Because of the Feast of the Theophany, 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.