Weekly Update - February 19, 2024
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PEACE AND GRACE
Departure of St. Elizabeth (Feb 24, 2024 / Amshir 16, 1740)
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
Strength and honor are her clothing;
She shall rejoice in time to come.
She opens her mouth with wisdom,
And on her tongue is the law of kindness.Proverbs 31:25-26
SERVICES THIS WEEK
MONDAY:
Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)
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: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Fr. Jeremiah Awad - St. Mina)
FRIDAY:
Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Psalm 1) Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm
SATURDAY:
Saturday Youth Camp:
Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 pm - 7:00 p.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.
MONDAY (February 26, 2024):
JONAH’S / NINIVITE FAST (Monday - Wednesday)
Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)
Fun Day for the Junior High and High School Students!
On Saturday, the High School and Junior High School Students went to Knott’s Berry Farm with their servants. The day was full of fun and activities. Most of the students came early for the church the next day too! Many more activities to come!
St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)
This week, we will review the first of King David’s Psalms. Psalm 1 is also prayed during the Matins prayer at the start of each day to remind the believer of their calling and to place our Lord and His commandments in front of us throughout the day.
Read it before the meeting and come with questions, comments or thoughts on this beautiful Psalm!
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, TRIPS & PROGRAMS
INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?
Click here for many opportunities!!!
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.