Weekly Update - November 3, 2025

PEACE & BLESSINGS

The Martyrdom of St. Timon the Apostle (Baba 26, 1742 / November 5, 2025)

 
 

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Then the twelve summoned the multitude of the disciples and said, “It is not desirable that we should leave the word of God and serve tables. Therefore, brethren, seek out from among you seven men of good reputation, full of the Holy Spirit and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business; but we will give ourselves continually to prayer and to the ministry of the word.”

And the saying pleased the whole multitude. And they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and the Holy Spirit, and Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolas, a proselyte from Antioch, whom they set before the apostles; and when they had prayed, they laid hands on them.

Then the word of God spread, and the number of the disciples multiplied greatly in Jerusalem, and a great many of the priests were obedient to the faith.

Acts 6:2-7

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

TUESDAY:

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

WEDNESDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. (earlier than usual this week)

THURSDAY:

  • College Coptic Club Meeting at St. Basil’s: 7:00 - 9:30 p.m.

    • Fr. James Soliman from St. Mary Church in Los Angeles

SATURDAY:

  • Hymns Lesson: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.

  • Vespers: 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 - 11:00 a.m.

  • Agape Meal: 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

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

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

 
 

Congratulations!

Baby Miles was baptized Sunday, November 2nd. Wishing the Sorg family love, peace, and blessings.

 

Surrounded By So Great A Cloud Of Witnesses!

~ Hebrews 12:1

Kids and adults enjoyed candy, games, puppy petting zoo, and most importantly, sharing the stories of the lives of the saints! It was truly a positive and joyful environment for the kiddos! Be sure to join next year’s festivities! Click here to view more photos!

 

Young Adults Monastery Trip

College students and graduates visited St. Paul Monastery in Temecula for a day of prayer, meditation, growth, and fellowship.

 
 

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.

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!

 
 

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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.