Weekly Update - Apr 15, 2024
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PEACE AND GRACE
The Departure of the Righteous Joachim, The Lord Christ’s Grandfather (April 15, 2024 / Baramouda 7, 1740)
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
Lord, all my desire is before You;
And my sighing is not hidden from You.Psalm 38:9
SERVICES THIS WEEK
MONDAY:
Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)
TUESDAY:
Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Women’s Book Club: 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (On Zoom Only-Click to Join)
WEDNESDAY:
Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
THURSDAY:
College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Brother Philip- A monk from a local Catholic Monastery)
FRIDAY:
Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
Lent Bible Study Series: The Cross in the Old Testament
The Suffering Servant in Isaiah 53 - Fr. Daniel Habib from St. John Chrysostom American Coptic Orthodox Church
7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (On Zoom Only-Click to Join)
SATURDAY:
Saturday Youth Camp:
Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Vespers Raising of Incense: 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
Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
LENT BIBLE STUDY SERIES
The suffering of Christ was a pivotal point in human history. Before His passion, the Old Testament era looked forward to it (even groaned for it) with the hope of Salvation. in the New Testament era of Grace, we look back at it to find inspiration, strength and power! Join us to explore the vivid symbols, types of our Lord’s suffering, the Cross and Resurrection as illustrated in the Old Testament.
Meetings will be from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm every Friday (except for the last meeting on Thursday) from March 18th to April 25th and ONLY on zoom/YouTube. There will be special and amazing guest speakers as well!
Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30 pm
Women’s Book Club!
This lent, we will be reviewing and discussing “When You Fast: The Why and How of Christian Self-Discipline”.
We are meeting on Tuesdays at 8:30 p.m. on Zoom only. That will give us time this week to read the introduction and part I. We will discuss pages 51-77 for April 16th.
The simple format for this meeting will be to share our thoughts together and will not be led with a presentation. So please read and come with some thoughts and parts you like 😊🥰.
If you would like to purchase the book, please click here to order from Amazon.
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 NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS
INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?
Click here for many opportunities!!!
St. Paul’s the Apostle Retreat (Men only). Click the link above to register!
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.