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PEACE AND GRACE
The Martyrdom of St. Marina of Antioch (Abib 23, 1741 / July 30, 2025)
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
Let brotherly love continue. Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels. Remember the prisoners as if chained with them—those who are mistreated—since you yourselves are in the body also.
Hebrews 13:1-4
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.
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.
Outdoor Fellowship Events!
Hiking at Torrey Pines
Join us at Torrey Pines for a hike at 4:30 p.m. on the following Sundays:
August 17
September 14
St. Basil’s Annual Fishing Trip - Saturday, August 16th
3/4 day fishing from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Oceanside Sea Center
315 Harbor Drive South, Oceanside, CA
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Coptic Iconography
Join us in creating your very own icon! A professional iconographer will lead us in a four-week lesson series.
Wednesday evenings from 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Minimum age: 13 (or younger with permission and with parent involvement)
Series 1: Completed (Icon of Christ)
Series 2: August 6 - August 27 (icon of St. Mary the Theotokos)
Estimated cost: $150/person (includes iconographer instructor and materials costs)
Registration fee: $75 (Church will pay half!!)
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.
God bless your efforts!
PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES
Join us on ONLINE Monday nights at 8:00 p.m. 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).
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.