Weekly Update - Apr 29, 2024
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PEACE AND GRACE
Glorious Feast of the Resurrection (May 5, 2024 / Baramouda 27, 1740)
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
This is the day the LORD has made;
We will rejoice and be glad in it.
Save now, I pray, O LORD;
O LORD, I pray, send now prosperity.
God is the LORD,
And He has given us light;Psalm 118:24 & Psalm 118:25 & Psalm 118:27
SERVICES THIS WEEK
MONDAY:
Morning Pascha Praises: 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Evening Pascha Praises & Spiritual Talk: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
TUESDAY:
Morning Pascha Praises: 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Evening Pascha Praises & Spiritual Talk: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
WEDNESDAY:
Morning Pascha Praises: 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Evening Pascha Praises & Spiritual Talk: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
COVENANT THURSDAY:
Liturgy & Morning Pascha Praises: 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Evening Pascha Praises & Spiritual Talk: 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
GOOD FRIDAY:
Pascha Praises & Spiritual Talk: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Apocalypse Night (Praises & Reading of Revelations): 11:00 p.m. - 4:00 a.m.
JOYOUS SATURDAY:
Liturgy: 4:00 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.
Resurrection Feast Liturgy: 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.
EASTER SUNDAY:
Agape Meal (following Resurrection Feast): 12:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.
MONDAY:
Preparation for Baptism Class: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
2024 HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
For the full schedule and some helpful tools, visit StBasil.net/pascha
St. Basil's Easter 2024 Picnic!
Mark your calanders for the annual Easter Picnic!
Date & Time: Saturday, May 18, 2024 (2:00 PM to 5:00PM)
Location: Carmel Creek Neighborhood Park (Picnic Shelters) - 4260 Carmel Center Rd., San Diego, 92130
Come join us for fellowship, food and fun. The children will have a bounce-house, an easter egg hunt and other fun activities (and the adults will have fun too)! Food is provided! Please RSVP so we have enough for everyone!
Congratulations Alex and Merna!
Congratulations to Alex and Merna Girgis for the birth of their daughter: Madeline Alexander Girgis! God bless you always with the joy, peace and assurance of His presence in your family!
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.