Weekly Update - February 3, 2025

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PEACE AND GRACE

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Repay no one evil for evil. Have regard for good things in the sight of all men. If it is possible, as much as depends on you, live peaceably with all men. Beloved, do not avenge yourselves, but rather give place to wrath; for it is written, “Vengeance is Mine, I will repay,” says the Lord.

Romans 12:17-19

 
 

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

WEDNESDAY:

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

  • Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

THURSDAY:

  • College Coptic Club meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

    • Guest Speaker: Fr. Jeremiah Awad (St. Mina Church)

SATURDAY:

  • Bible Study: 5:45p.m. - 6:45 p.m. (Epistle of Jude)

    • (Join us at St. Basil’s or Click Here to join on Zoom at 5:45 pm)

  • Vespers Evening Raising of Incense Prayers: 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

  • Beginning Hymn Lessons 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

  • Sunday School Classes: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

MONDAY: (9/10/25)

  • Start of Jonah’s Three-Day Fast

    • update coming soon for liturgies this week.

 
 

Lasagna Love!

On Sunday, many got together to prepare ten trays of lasagnas for the many single moms living in San Diego and are homeless. They were delivered to the Rachel Women’s Shelter in downtown San Diego. God bless all those who worked so hard with their labor and bringing supplies to provide a little comfort to those in great need.

 
 

RENOVATIONS!

Some badly needed improvements are underway at church and you will be very happy with the results in the coming weeks. More information is coming and opportunities to help in this effort!

 
 

Marriage Enrichment / Preparation STARTING 2/18/25!

Join us for a review of a book titled: “Preserve Them, O Lord.”  This marriage enrichment book includes:

  • A guide for Orthodox couples in developing marital unity and enrichment,

  • premarital counseling for engaged couples;

  • marriage enrichment for those who are already married;

  • the development of an Orthodox understanding of marriage.                           

“Preserve Them, O Lord” is an excellent resource you can use for marriage and family life enrichment. It gives you insightful guidance, supplemented by

  • workbook exercises that help you understand yourself and your partner;

  • over 70 pages of supplemental readings on topics both spiritual and practical;

  • quotes from Scripture, the Fathers,

  • and the wedding liturgy illuminating the patristic view of love, intimacy, and marriage.

We reviewed this book back in 2020 and it was helpful for those who are married but also for those getting married soon.

Click here for the textbook! or purchase through Amazon (recommended)

Click Here to join the Zoom meetings at 8:00 PM Tuesday nights starting on 2/18/25!

 
 

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Saturday Nights (5:45pm - 6:45 pm)

This week we will review the one-chapter Epistle of Jude. It’s only one chapter but is full of fascinating facts! please read it ahead of time and come with questions.

  • Discussion at St. Basil’s: 5:45pm - 6:45pm

Also, on Zoom and YouTube for those who can’t make it to church at 5:45 pm!

 
 
 

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!

 
 

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 frmichael@stbasil.net.

 
 

DIOCESE EVENTS

Interested in participating in missionary trips abroad? Join one the many happening soon! Click here to find out more!

 
 

Social Media

 
 

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.