Weekly Update - May 27, 2024

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Christ is Risen! Indeed He is Risen!

Entry of the Lord into Egypt (June 1, 2024 / Pashons 24, 1740)

 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

In that day there will be an altar to the Lord in the midst of the land of Egypt, and a pillar to the Lord at its border.

Isaiah 19:19

 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

WEDNESDAY:

  • NO LITURGY

THURSDAY:

  • College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Mariana Shaker)

FRIDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

  • Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Book of Daniel-Part 2) (Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm)

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 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:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)

 

Graduation Celebrations | June 16, 2024

We will be celebrating the graduations and promotions immediately following the liturgy on June 16th! Be sure not to miss this event with your children as they will receive a gift.

 

Youth Choir

God bless all the servants, youth, and parents who committed their time and energy for a wonderful choir presentation on Sunday after the liturgy! The kiddos worked hard on the Saturday camps and it showed! There will be more opportunities as the kids continue to learn the church hymns and songs, God willing!

 

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review the book of Daniel the Prophet - Part 2 Chapters 7-12. This book is very inspiring and full of encouragement and prophecies! Read it ahead of the meeting and come to share your thoughts.

  • Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm

  • Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Also, on Zoom and YouTube for those who can’t make it to church at 7:30 pm!

 

Fellowship Event - Saturday August 10, 2024

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! St. Basil’s has chartered a boat to go FISHING for our next Fellowship Event on August 10th! Tickets are limited as there is only room for 30 people. Children ages 8-10 should share a rod with their parent.

  • Click here to purchase an Adult ticket: $150 (includes: permit, rod rental, bait, tip, and help on the boat from professionals)

  • Click here to purchase a Child (8-10) ticket: $125 (share rod with parent)

  • No children under 8 please.

  • St. Basil’s is subsidizing a portion of the cost to allow tickets to be more affordable. If you wish to support this event above the ticket price, please click here. Also, if you wish to come but the price is too expense, please see Fr. Michael privately.

If you are not a member of St. Basil’s, and would like to come, please wait until August 3rd to purchase tickets!

 

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:

  1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

  2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

  3. 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!

 

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

 

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