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CHRIST IS RISEN! INDEED HE IS RISEN!
Thomas Sunday (April 27, 2025 / Baramouda 19, 1741)
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
Then the Lord awoke as from sleep,
Like a mighty man who shouts because of wine.
And He built His sanctuary like the heights,
Like the earth which He has established forever.Psalm 78:65 & Psalm 78:69
SERVICES THIS WEEK
MONDAY:
Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)
WEDNESDAY:
No Liturgy
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: Rebecca Karlous (from St. Monica’s Church - Costa Mesa)
SUNDAY:
Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.
Easter Picnic: 12:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (details below)
No Sunday SchoolSunday
St. Basil’s Annual Easter Picnic! (Sunday - April 27)
12:30-4pm
Click here to rsvp for St. Basil’s Annual Resurrection Picnic!
Condolences
St. Basil offers our condolences to the family of Wahib Mina for his repose in the Lord. He is the father of Erene (Mina) Hanna, father-in-law to Sherif Hanna, Grandfather of Ethan and Zoe. God repose his soul in the paradise of joy and grant comfort to the family. Funeral information is below:
The church also offers our condolences to the family of Laila Garana for her repose in the Lord. She is the mother of Tamer Kelliny, mother-in-law to Noha Kelliny, Grandmother of Carla and Adam. God repose her soul in the paradise of joy and grant comfort to the family. Funeral information is pending and will be made available soon.
St. Basil’s Bible Study: Saturday Nights (5:45pm - 6:45 pm)
No Bible Study this week. We will pick up again next week, God willing!
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 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
LinkedIn: As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.
YouTube: Subscribe to St. Basil’s YouTube channel to view live streams, bible studies, and more!
More to come on Instagram, Facebook, and more! If you want to get involved, let Fr. Michael know!
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.