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HAPPY APOSTLES FAST!
(June 9 - July 11)
The Commemoration of the Archangel Gabriel, the Announcer (Paona 13, 1741 / June 20, 2025)
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
“Take heed that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that in heaven their angels always see the face of My Father who is in heaven. For the Son of Man has come to save that which was lost.
What do you think? If a man has a hundred sheep, and one of them goes astray, does he not leave the ninety-nine and go to the mountains to seek the one that is straying? And if he should find it, assuredly, I say to you, he rejoices more over that sheep than over the ninety-nine that did not go astray. Even so it is not the will of your Father who is in heaven that one of these little ones should perish.“
Matthew 18:10-14
SERVICES THIS WEEK
MONDAY:
Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. (online)
TUESDAY:
Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY:
Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
THURSDAY:
Kids Summer Camp: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
FRIDAY:
Adult Talk: The Story of Būluṣ ibn Rajā (Guest Speaker: Dr. David Bertaina - See Below)
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. on Zoom
SATURDAY:
Hymns Lesson: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Vespers: 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.
Orthodox Christian Education!
Special Guest Speaker - June 20, 2025!
Mark your calendars for a very special dinner and a guest speaker (Dr. David Bertaina, University of Illinois) who is flying from Chicago to join us on Friday, June 20th to speak at our church!
6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. starting with dinner!
Don’t miss this evening of history, dialogue, and inspiration as we learn about one of our saints!
Register (free) by clicking here!
Youth Summer Camp (June 3 - July 26)
Looking to keep your kids busy this summer with healthy options? We’ve got the best place for you! The kiddos will be divided into five groups depending on age (kindergarten through high school).
Schedule on Every Tuesday and Thursday Evenings!
5:30 p.m. Arrival and Free Play
6:15 p.m. Simple Meal
6:45 p.m. Craft/Activity e.g., woodworking, Orban, baking, icon making, and more!
7:15 p.m. Games
7:45 p.m. Hymns
Congratulations!
Congratulations to John and Lindsay for the baptism of their daughter: Abigail! God bless your family with the joy and fulfillment that comes with walking with the Lord!
Coptic Iconography
Join us in preparing your own very first icon!!! A professional iconographer will be leading us in a four-week lesson series.
Wednesday Evenings from 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Minimum Age: 13 (or younger with permission and with parent involvement)
Series one: July 2nd - July 23rd
Series two: August 6th - August 27th
Estimated Cost per Student: $150/Person (Includes Iconographer and Material Cost)
Church will pay half! $75
Registration fee: $75!
If you can pay the $150, please do:)
Registration Link: Stbasil.net/store
Limit: 10 painters per series so register today!
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, and have some skills in social media, 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.