Weekly Update - Jan 31

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Departure of St. Anastasia (February 3 / Tobe 26)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Many are the afflictions of the righteous,
But the LORD delivers him out of them all.
He guards all his bones;
Not one of them is broken.”

Psalm 34:19 - 20

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Friday:

Youth Online Hymn Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. 562-456-6067 or clicking here to join!)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. – 7:45 p.m.

Sunday (Visit of Bishop Abraham):

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (ONLINE Sunday School at noon)

Monday:

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

UPDATE || COVID PRECAUTIONS

The infection numbers are finally leveling off and we have re-started Wednesday Liturgies and Vesper prayers at St. Basil’s. God willing, we will resume in-person Sunday school (with masks and outdoors if possible) soon. For now, the following measures are still in place.

• No in-person Sunday school for now. Sunday school will be online so please contact your Sunday school servants for the online link.

• No entry into the church without a mask

• We will be postponing the Nativity choir and play until a later date

Let us also be reminded of the safety measures we have practiced previously:

What to Bring to Church:

1. Masks

2. Bottled water for after communion

3. Hand sanitizer

4. Cloth for head coverings and for after taking communion.

At Church:

1. Please wear a mask at all times except the moment of Communion

2. Try to maintain a minimum of six (6) feet from anyone outside of your household

3. Children will stand with their parents even if they are deacons.

Communion:

1. There will be a chair at the front of the altar to sit. Either kneel or sit on the chair if you cannot kneel.

2. Lean head back and open wide so the priest can place the Body and then separately the Blood into your mouth without coming into contact with the priest’s hands.

3. After Communion, drink your own bottled water. The ologea (Al Baraka) will be provided for each household.

4. Go down the stairs and immediately leave the church.

Please stay home if you:

1. Have any flu-like symptoms, or

2. Have a history of respiratory diseases, or

3. Have anyone in your household that has symptoms.

   NO SOCIAL GATHERINGS AT CHURCH OR IN THE PARKING LOT FOR ANY REASON

   GOD KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES SAFE AND IN GOOD HEALTH AND GRANT A SPEEDY AND FULL RECOVERY TO THOSE WHO ARE SICK.
   

If you have any questions, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350.

FEB 6 || VISIT OF HIS GRACE BISHOP ABRAHAM

His Grace Bishop Abraham, will be visiting St. Basil’s on Sunday February 6, 2022. Be sure to attend to receive his blessings and to meet him after the liturgy. 

If you have a son whom you with to receive the honor and blessing of being ordained a chanter-deacon in the church. Typically, he will be at least 6 or 7 years old so he can stand by himself in an focused manner. If interested, please observe the following:

1. Parents are committed to bringing the child to church on Sunday and on time.

2. Provide the name of the child to Fr. Michael Maximous (949-378-0350).

3. At a minimum, the child should know the following four hymns. Click Here to practice them in English. If they know them in Coptic, that would be great too!

   • Alleluia This Is The Day

   • Amen Amen Amen Your Death O Lord

   • May Their Holy Blessings

   • As It Was

4. Come to vespers on 02/05/22 to be tested after Vespers

If you have a daughter that wishes to be blessed as a deaconess, please observe the above and bring the child prior to the end of matins on 11/14/21 (prior to 9:00 AM).  Also, if you are an adult and wish to have this blessing, please contact Fr. Michael!

CONGRATULATIONS MARIA!

Congratulations to Maria Martinez for her baptism on Saturday at St. John’s Coptic Orthodox Church!  God grant you every spiritual success in your journey with Christ!

Ezekiel 36:25-27

25 Then I will sprinkle clean water on you, and you shall be clean; I will cleanse you from all your filthiness and from all your idols. 26 I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit within you; I will take the heart of stone out of your flesh and give you a heart of flesh. 27 I will put My Spirit within you and cause you to walk in My statutes, and you will keep My judgments and do them. 

2021 TAXES

If you have made a non-monetary donation to St. Basil’s, please reach out to Richard Marcos soon at 626-695-7870

FEB 12 || PRE-MARITAL COURSE

A Pre-marital Course will be hosted by St. John Coptic Orthodox Church on February 12, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, PST. There will be discussions for couples that are considering marriage and are engaged. This day is designed to help couples address how they feel about certain topics, and give them the tools that they need to build a strong foundation for a happy future together.

Please RSVP by February 10th 2022 by filling out this google form.

ONLINE HYMNS LESSONS!

The Coptic Orthodox Church has hundreds of hymns that are beautiful, ancient and powerful in moving the soul!  When sung, not just by deacons, but by every member of the church, they can uplift the spirit and mind to a place where the angels are!  These hymns are rich tradition that we have inherited and now it is our responsivity to provide them to our children.  

Please encourage your child to join us online to learn these hymns every Friday at 7:00PM by clicking here! 

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out and visit our Welcome Portal.

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Jan 24

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Dormition of Our Lady, the Virgin Mary, the Theotokos (January 29 / Tobe 21)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

And Mary said:
        "My soul magnifies the Lord,
        And my spirit has rejoiced in God my Savior.
        For He has regarded the lowly state of His maidservant;
        For behold, henceforth all generations will call me blessed.
        For He who is mighty has done great things for me,
        And holy is His name.
        And His mercy is on those who fear Him
        From generation to generation.
        He has shown strength with His arm;
        He has scattered the proud in the imagination of their hearts.
        He has put down the mighty from their thrones,
        And exalted the lowly.
        He has filled the hungry with good things,
        And the rich He has sent away empty.
        He has helped His servant Israel,
        In remembrance of His mercy,
        As He spoke to our fathers,
        To Abraham and to his seed forever."

Luke 1:46-55

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

No Liturgy this Wednesday

Friday:

Youth Online Hymn Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. 562-456-6067 or clicking here to join!)

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (ONLINE Sunday School at noon)

Monday:

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

COVID PRECAUTIONS!

Due to the high number of Covid infection cases, services at Church will be limited to Sunday and weekday liturgies Zoom meetings will still occur.

• No in-person Sunday school for now. Sunday school will be online so please contact your Sunday school servants for the online link.

• No entry into the church without a mask

• We will be postponing the Nativity choir and play until a later date

Let us also be reminded of the safety measures we have practiced previously:

What to Bring to Church:

1. Masks

2. Bottled water for after communion

3. Hand sanitizer

4. Cloth for head coverings and for after taking communion.

At Church:

1. Please wear a mask at all times except the moment of Communion

2. Try to maintain a minimum of six (6) feet from anyone outside of your household

3. Children will stand with their parents even if they are deacons.

Communion:

1. There will be a chair at the front of the altar to sit. Either kneel or sit on the chair if you cannot kneel.

2. Lean head back and open wide so the priest can place the Body and then separately the Blood into your mouth without coming into contact with the priest’s hands.

3. After Communion, drink your own bottled water. The ologea (Al Baraka) will be provided for each household.

4. Go down the stairs and immediately leave the church.

Please stay home if you:

1. Have any flu-like symptoms, or

2. Have a history of respiratory diseases, or

3. Have anyone in your household that has symptoms.

   NO SOCIAL GATHERINGS AT CHURCH OR IN THE PARKING LOT FOR ANY REASON

   GOD KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES SAFE AND IN GOOD HEALTH AND GRANT A SPEEDY AND FULL RECOVERY TO THOSE WHO ARE SICK.
   

If you have any questions, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350.

2021 TAXES

If you have made a non-monetary donation to St. Basil’s, please reach out to Richard Marcos soon at 626-695-7870

FEB 12 || PRE-MARITAL COURSE

A Pre-marital Course will be hosted by St. John Coptic Orthodox Church on February 12, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, PST. There will be discussions for couples that are considering marriage and are engaged. This day is designed to help couples address how they feel about certain topics, and give them the tools that they need to build a strong foundation for a happy future together.

Please RSVP by February 10th 2022 by filling out this google form.

ONLINE HYMNS LESSONS!

The Coptic Orthodox Church has hundreds of hymns that are beautiful, ancient and powerful in moving the soul!  When sung, not just by deacons, but by every member of the church, they can uplift the spirit and mind to a place where the angels are!  These hymns are rich tradition that we have inherited and now it is our responsivity to provide them to our children.  

Please encourage your child to join us online to learn these hymns every Friday at 7:00PM by clicking here! 

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out and visit our Welcome Portal.

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Jan 17

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Holy Theophany of Our Lord, God and Savior, Jesus Christ (January 19 / Tobe 11)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“The next day John saw Jesus coming toward him and said, 'Behold! The Lamb of God Who takes away the sin of the world. This is He of Whom I said, 'After me comes a Man Who is preferred before me, for He was before me.' I did not know him but that He should be revealed to Israel, therefore I came baptizing with water.'"

John 1:29-31

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Tuesday:

Feast of the Theophany (Liturgy and Blessing of the Waters): 7:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Wednesday:

No Liturgy this Wednesday (Happy Feast of the Theophany!)

Friday (Feast of the Wedding of Cana of Galilee):

Youth Online Hymn Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. 562-456-6067 or clicking here to join!)

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (ONLINE Sunday School at noon)

Monday:

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

JAN 19 || FEAST OF THE THEOPHANY

There will be a Liturgy Tuesday night (including the liturgy of the blessing of the waters), at 7:00 PM, January 18th, for the Feast of the Theophany (Baptism of Christ). 

COVID NUMBERS ARE INCREASING!

Due to the high number of Covid infection cases, services at Church will be limited to Sunday and weekday liturgies Zoom meetings will still occur.

• No in-person Sunday school for now. Sunday school will be online so please contact your Sunday school servants for the online link.

• No entry into the church without a mask

• We will be postponing the Nativity choir and play until a later date

Let us also be reminded of the safety measures we have practiced previously:

What to Bring to Church:

1. Masks

2. Bottled water for after communion

3. Hand sanitizer

4. Cloth for head coverings and for after taking communion.

At Church:

1. Please wear a mask at all times except the moment of Communion

2. Try to maintain a minimum of six (6) feet from anyone outside of your household

3. Children will stand with their parents even if they are deacons.

Communion:

1. There will be a chair at the front of the altar to sit. Either kneel or sit on the chair if you cannot kneel.

2. Lean head back and open wide so the priest can place the Body and then separately the Blood into your mouth without coming into contact with the priest’s hands.

3. After Communion, drink your own bottled water. The ologea (Al Baraka) will be provided for each household.

4. Go down the stairs and immediately leave the church.

Please stay home if you:

1. Have any flu-like symptoms, or

2. Have a history of respiratory diseases, or

3. Have anyone in your household that has symptoms.

   NO SOCIAL GATHERINGS AT CHURCH OR IN THE PARKING LOT FOR ANY REASON

   GOD KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES SAFE AND IN GOOD HEALTH AND GRANT A SPEEDY AND FULL RECOVERY TO THOSE WHO ARE SICK.
   

If you have any questions, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350.

FEB 12 || PRE-MARITAL COURSE

A Pre-marital Course will be hosted by St. John Coptic Orthodox Church on February 12, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, PST. There will be discussions for couples that are considering marriage and are engaged. This day is designed to help couples address how they feel about certain topics, and give them the tools that they need to build a strong foundation for a happy future together.

Please RSVP by February 10th 2022 by filling out this google form.

ONLINE HYMNS LESSONS!

The Coptic Orthodox Church has hundreds of hymns that are beautiful, ancient and powerful in moving the soul!  When sung, not just by deacons, but by every member of the church, they can uplift the spirit and mind to a place where the angels are!  These hymns are rich tradition that we have inherited and now it is our responsivity to provide them to our children.  

Please encourage your child to join us online to learn these hymns every Friday at 7:00PM by clicking here! 

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out and visit our Welcome Portal.

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Jan 10

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Departure of St. Basil the Great, Bishop of Caesarea (January 14 / Tobe 6)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“A good deed is never lost; he who sows courtesy reaps friendship, and he who plants kindness gathers love.”

St. Basil the Great

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

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

Friday:

Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Feast of the Circumcision and Commemoration of St. Basil the Great

Youth Online Hymn Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. 562-456-6067 or clicking here to join!)

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (ONLINE Sunday School at noon)

Monday:

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

UPCOMING FEASTS & COMMEMORATIONS

• There will be a liturgy on Friday morning at 8:00 AM, January 14th, for the Feast of the Circumcision of Our Lord and the Commemoration of the patron of our Church: St. Basil the Great

  • Click here to see a summary of the life and works of St. Basil

• There will be a Liturgy Tuesday night (including the liturgy of the blessing of the waters), at 7:00 PM, January 18th, for the Feast of the Theophany (Baptism of Christ). 

COVID NUMBERS ARE INCREASING!

Due to the high number of Covid infection cases, services at Church will be limited to Sunday and weekday liturgies Zoom meetings will still occur.

• No Sunday School for now

• No entry into the church without a mask

• We will be postponing the Nativity choir and play until a later date

Let us also be reminded of the safety measures we have practiced previously:

What to Bring to Church:

1. Masks

2. Bottled water for after communion

3. Hand sanitizer

4. Cloth for head coverings and for after taking communion.

At Church:

1. Please wear a mask at all times except the moment of Communion

2. Try to maintain a minimum of six (6) feet from anyone outside of your household

3. Children will stand with their parents even if they are deacons.

Communion:

1. There will be a chair at the front of the altar to sit. Either kneel or sit on the chair if you cannot kneel.

2. Lean head back and open wide so the priest can place the Body and then separately the Blood into your mouth without coming into contact with the priest’s hands.

3. After Communion, drink your own bottled water. The ologea (Al Baraka) will be provided for each household.

4. Go down the stairs and immediately leave the church.

Please stay home if you:

1. Have any flu-like symptoms, or

2. Have a history of respiratory diseases, or

3. Have anyone in your household that has symptoms.

   NO SOCIAL GATHERINGS AT CHURCH OR IN THE PARKING LOT FOR ANY REASON

   GOD KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES SAFE AND IN GOOD HEALTH AND GRANT A SPEEDY AND FULL RECOVERY TO THOSE WHO ARE SICK.
   

If you have any questions, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350.

FEB 12 || PRE-MARITAL COURSE

A Pre-marital Course will be hosted by St. John Coptic Orthodox Church on February 12, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, PST. There will be discussions for couples that are considering marriage and are engaged. This day is designed to help couples address how they feel about certain topics, and give them the tools that they need to build a strong foundation for a happy future together.

Please RSVP by February 10th 2022 by filling out this google form.

ONLINE HYMNS LESSONS!

The Coptic Orthodox Church has hundreds of hymns that are beautiful, ancient and powerful in moving the soul!  When sung, not just by deacons, but by every member of the church, they can uplift the spirit and mind to a place where the angels are!  These hymns are rich tradition that we have inherited and now it is our responsivity to provide them to our children.  

Please encourage your child to join us online to learn these hymns every Friday at 7:00PM by clicking here! 

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out and visit our Welcome Portal.

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Jan 3

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of The Feast of the Nativity of Our Lord Jesus Christ (Christmas) (January 7 / Kiahk 29)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

"I was watching in the night visions, and behold, One like the Son of Man, coming with the clouds of heaven! He came to the Ancient of Days, and they brought Him near before Him. Then to Him was given dominion and glory and the Kingdom that all peoples, nations, and languages should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion, which shall not pass away, and His Kingdom the one which shall not be destroyed."

Daniel 7:13-14

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

(No Wednesday Liturgy this week)

Online Nativity Series: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (see below for more information)

Thursday:

Feast of the Nativity Liturgy: 8:30 p.m.-Midnight  

Friday:

Youth Online Hymn Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. 562-456-6067 or clicking here to join!)

Saturday:

(No Vespers this Saturday)

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (No Sunday School)

Monday:

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

JAN 5 || THE VIRTUES OF THE DESERT FATHERS IN THE LIFE OF ST. MARY

St. Basil will be continuing our annual Nativity Series discussion during the Nativity Fast! This year we will explore the two examples of Christian virtue: Monasticism and our holy mother St. Mary. Join us in the comfort of your home on Zoom at 8:00 PM on Wednesdays (Click Here starting on December 1st) with the amazing guest speakers we have lined up to talk about this great topic!

JAN 6 || BLESSED FEAST OF THE NATIVITY OF OUR LORD

Liturgy for the blessed feast of the Nativity will be on January 6, 2022 from 8:30 p.m. to Midnight.

Merry Christmas!

covid numbers are Increasing!

Due to the increasing number of Covid infection cases, services at Church will be limited to Sunday liturgies with the exception of the liturgy for the feast of the Nativity. Zoom meetings will still occur.

• No Sunday School for now

• No entry into the church without a mask

• We will be postponing the Nativity choir and play until a later date

Let us also be reminded of the safety measures we have practiced previously:

What to Bring to Church:

1. Masks

2. Bottled water for after communion

3. Hand sanitizer

4. Cloth for head coverings and for after taking communion.

At Church:

1. Please wear a mask at all times except the moment of Communion

2. Try to maintain a minimum of six (6) feet from anyone outside of your household

3. Children will stand with their parents even if they are deacons.

Communion:

1. There will be a chair at the front of the altar to sit. Either kneel or sit on the chair if you cannot kneel.

2. Lean head back and open wide so the priest can place the Body and then separately the Blood into your mouth without coming into contact with the priest’s hands.

3. After Communion, drink your own bottled water. The ologea (Al Baraka) will be provided for each household.

4. Go down the stairs and immediately leave the church.

Please stay home if you:

1. Have any flu-like symptoms, or

2. Have a history of respiratory diseases, or

3. Have anyone in your household that has symptoms.

   NO SOCIAL GATHERINGS AT CHURCH OR IN THE PARKING LOT FOR ANY REASON

   GOD KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES SAFE AND IN GOOD HEALTH AND GRANT A SPEEDY AND FULL RECOVERY TO THOSE WHO ARE SICK.
   

If you have any questions, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350.

CHRISTMAS CHOIR & NATIVITY PLAY

This event scheduled for New Year’s Eve is now POSTPONED due to the high Covid infection numbers. God willing, the hard work the youth and the servants have put into this wonderful event will be realized soon after the feast of the Nativity, if the numbers are better and if we can find an outdoor venue. God bless.

POSTPONED || CHRISTIAN EDUCATION DEPARTMENT’S SILVER JUBILEE

This event is postponed due to an increase in COVID cases and will likely be rescheduled to May 2022.  More information to follow.  St. Basil’s will be sponsoring a table at this great event so come and join us! 

Please join us at the Silver Jubilee Celebration to honor twenty-five years of Christian Education in the Diocese of Southern California and Hawaii. There will be guest speakers, entertainment, presentations and dinner.

LOCATION

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
1107 Jamboree Rd, Newport Beach, CA 92660

We will be carpooling to this event from San Diego!

DATE & TIME

Postponed to May 2022 - More information to follow

COST

$250 per ticket which includes dinner. Contact Sam Guirguis if interested at (858) 472-1472. Limited seats so hurry!

FEB 12 || PRE-MARITAL COURSE

A Pre-marital Course will be hosted by St. John Coptic Orthodox Church on February 12, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, PST. There will be discussions for couples that are considering marriage and are engaged. This day is designed to help couples address how they feel about certain topics, and give them the tools that they need to build a strong foundation for a happy future together.

Please RSVP by February 10th 2022 by filling out this google form.

ONLINE HYMNS LESSONS!

The Coptic Orthodox Church has hundreds of hymns that are beautiful, ancient and powerful in moving the soul!  When sung, not just by deacons, but by every member of the church, they can uplift the spirit and mind to a place where the angels are!  These hymns are rich tradition that we have inherited and now it is our responsivity to provide them to our children.  

Please encourage your child to join us online to learn these hymns every Friday at 7:00PM by clicking here! 

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out and visit our Welcome Portal.

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Dec 27

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of St. Ignatius of Antioch (January 2, 2022 / Kiahk 24)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Restore us, O God; Cause Your face to shine, and we shall be saved!”

Psalm 80:3

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

No Wednesday Liturgy this week

Online Nativity Series: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (see below for more information)

Thursday:

Online Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (Click Here)

Friday:

Youth Online Hymn Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. 562-456-6067 or clicking here to join!)

Saturday:

(No Vespers this Saturday)

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (No Sunday School)

Monday:

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

BLESSED FEAST OF THE NATIVITY OF OUR LORD

Liturgy for the blessed feast of the Nativity will be on January 6, 2022 from 8:30 p.m. to Midnight.

Merry Christmas!

covid numbers are Increasing!

Due to the increasing number of Covid infection cases, services at Church will be limited to Sunday liturgies with the exception of the liturgy for the feast of the Nativity. Zoom meetings will still occur.

• No Sunday School for now

• No entry into the church without a mask

• We will be postponing the Nativity choir and play until a later date

Let us also be reminded of the safety measures we have practiced previously:

What to Bring to Church:

1. Masks

2. Bottled water for after communion

3. Hand sanitizer

4. Cloth for head coverings and for after taking communion.

At Church:

1. Please wear a mask at all times except the moment of Communion

2. Try to maintain a minimum of six (6) feet from anyone outside of your household

3. Children will stand with their parents even if they are deacons.

Communion:

1. There will be a chair at the front of the altar to sit. Either kneel or sit on the chair if you cannot kneel.

2. Lean head back and open wide so the priest can place the Body and then separately the Blood into your mouth without coming into contact with the priest’s hands.

3. After Communion, drink your own bottled water. The ologea (Al Baraka) will be provided for each household.

4. Go down the stairs and immediately leave the church.

Please stay home if you:

1. Have any flu-like symptoms, or

2. Have a history of respiratory diseases, or

3. Have anyone in your household that has symptoms.

   NO SOCIAL GATHERINGS AT CHURCH OR IN THE PARKING LOT FOR ANY REASON

   GOD KEEP YOU AND YOUR FAMILIES SAFE AND IN GOOD HEALTH AND GRANT A SPEEDY AND FULL RECOVERY TO THOSE WHO ARE SICK.
   

If you have any questions, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350.

DEC 29|| THE VIRTUES OF THE DESERT FATHERS IN THE LIFE OF ST. MARY

St. Basil will be continuing our annual Nativity Series discussion during the Nativity Fast! This year we will explore the two examples of Christian virtue: Monasticism and our holy mother St. Mary. Join us in the comfort of your home on Zoom at 8:00 PM on Wednesdays (Click Here starting on December 1st) with the amazing guest speakers we have lined up to talk about this great topic!

CHRISTMAS CHOIR & NATIVITY PLAY

This event scheduled for New Year’s Eve is now POSTPONED due to the high Covid infection numbers. God willing, the hard work the youth and the servants have put into this wonderful event will be realized soon after the feast of the Nativity, if the numbers are better and if we can find an outdoor venue. God bless.

Jan 9 || Christian Education Department's Silver Jubilee

St. Basil’s will be sponsoring a table at this great event so come and join us!

Please join us at the Silver Jubilee Celebration on January 9, 2022, to honor twenty-five years of Christian Education in the Diocese of Southern California and Hawaii. There will be guest speakers, entertainment, presentations and dinner.

LOCATION

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
1107 Jamboree Rd, Newport Beach, CA 92660

We will be carpooling to this event from San Diego!

DATE & TIME

January 9, 2022, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

COST

$250 per ticket which includes dinner. Contact Sam Guirguis if interested at (858) 472-1472. Limited seats so hurry!

FOR NOW, THE EVENT IS STILL ON HOWEVER MAY BE POSTPONED DUE TO COVID.

FEB 12 || PRE-MARITAL COURSE

A Pre-marital Course will be hosted by St. John Coptic Orthodox Church on February 12, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, PST. There will be discussions for couples that are considering marriage and are engaged. This day is designed to help couples address how they feel about certain topics, and give them the tools that they need to build a strong foundation for a happy future together.

Please RSVP by February 10th 2022 by filling out this google form.

ONLINE HYMNS LESSONS!

The Coptic Orthodox Church has hundreds of hymns that are beautiful, ancient and powerful in moving the soul!  When sung, not just by deacons, but by every member of the church, they can uplift the spirit and mind to a place where the angels are!  These hymns are rich tradition that we have inherited and now it is our responsivity to provide them to our children.  

Please encourage your child to join us online to learn these hymns every Friday at 7:00PM by clicking here! 

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out and visit our Welcome Portal.

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Dec 20

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of St. Gregory the Armenian (December 24 / Kiahk 15)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Yes, and all who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will suffer persecution.”

2 Timothy 3:12

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

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

Nativity Series: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (see below for more information)

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (Click Here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting (Contact Bishoy at 559-280-2224 for more information)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. 562-456-6067 or clicking here to join!)

Saturday:

December 25th Gregorian Calander Christmas Liturgy (7:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.)

(No Vespers this Saturday)

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by Sunday School)

Monday:

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

BLESSED FEAST OF THE NATIVITY OF OUR LORD

Liturgy for the blessed feast of the Nativity will be on January 6, 2022 from 8:30 p.m. to Midnight.

Liturgy for the Gregorian Calander Christmas will be on Saturday, December 25th from 7:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m.

Merry Christmas!

DEC 22 || THE VIRTUES OF THE DESERT FATHERS IN THE LIFE OF ST. MARY

St. Basil will be continuing our annual Nativity Series discussion during the Nativity Fast! This year we will explore the two examples of Christian virtue: Monasticism and our holy mother St. Mary. Join us in the comfort of your home on Zoom at 8:00 PM on Wednesdays (Click Here starting on December 1st) with the amazing guest speakers we have lined up to talk about this great topic!

DEC 31 || CHRISTMAS CHOIR and NATIVITY PLAY!

Mark your calendar and join us this year for our New Year’s celebration at 6:00 PM December 31st! There will be dinner, choir performance (all ages), a Christmas play, and ending 2021 with prayers.

Jan 9 || Christian Education Department's Silver Jubilee

St. Basil’s will be sponsoring a table at this great event so come and join us!

Please join us at the Silver Jubilee Celebration on January 9, 2022, to honor twenty-five years of Christian Education in the Diocese of Southern California and Hawaii. There will be guest speakers, entertainment, presentations and dinner.

LOCATION

Hyatt Regency Newport Beach
1107 Jamboree Rd, Newport Beach, CA 92660

We will be carpooling to this event from San Diego!

DATE & TIME

January 9, 2022, 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM

COST

$250 per ticket which includes dinner. Contact Sam Guirguis if interested at (858) 472-1472. Limited seats so hurry!

FEB 12 || PRE-MARITAL COURSE

A Pre-marital Course will be hosted by St. John Coptic Orthodox Church on February 12, 2022 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM, PST. There will be discussions for couples that are considering marriage and are engaged. This day is designed to help couples address how they feel about certain topics, and give them the tools that they need to build a strong foundation for a happy future together.

Please RSVP by February 10th 2022 by filling out this google form.

HYMNS LESSONS!

The Coptic Orthodox Church has hundreds of hymns that are beautiful, ancient and powerful in moving the soul!  When sung, not just by deacons, but by every member of the church, they can uplift the spirit and mind to a place where the angels are!  These hymns are rich tradition that we have inherited and now it is our responsivity to provide them to our children.  

Please encourage your child to join us online to learn these hymns every Friday at 7:00PM by clicking here! 

MASKS!

Just a reminder to wear your mask at church or keep a six-foot distance with others at church.

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out and visit our Welcome Portal.

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Dec 13

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Martyrdom of St. Andrew the Apostle (December 13 / Kiahk 4)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering; bearing with one another, and forgiving one another, if anyone has a complaint against another; even as Christ forgave you, so you also must do.

Colossians 3:12-13

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

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

Nativity Series: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (see below for more information)

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (Click Here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting (Contact Bishoy at 559-280-2224 for more information)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. 562-456-6067 or clicking here to join!)

Saturday:

Christmas Choir Practice (mandatory): 5:00 p.m.

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Kiahk Nativity Praises: 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Monday:

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

DEC 15 || THE VIRTUES OF THE DESERT FATHERS IN THE LIFE OF ST. MARY

St. Basil will be continuing our annual Nativity Series discussion during the Nativity Fast! This year we will explore the two examples of Christian virtue: Monasticism and our holy mother St. Mary. Join us in the comfort of your home on Zoom at 8:00 PM on Wednesdays (Click Here starting on December 1st) with the amazing guest speakers we have lined up to talk about this great topic!

DEC 18 || KIAHK NATIVITY PRAISES!

There will be Kiahk Nativity Praises immediately after Vespers this Saturday, December 18th.  Join us to participate in these beautiful hymns and praises sung only during this time of year along with other hymns sung all year during the midnight praise. Do you want to know more?  Read this article on St. Mark’s church website for more information!

DEC 31 || CHRISTMAS CHOIR!

Join us this year for our New Year’s celebration at 6:00 PM December 31st! There will be dinner, choir performance (all ages), and ending 2021 with prayers. There will be a mandatory practice on Saturday, December 18th at 5:00 PM at St. Basil’s!

HYMNS LESSONS!

The Coptic Orthodox Church has hundreds of hymns that are beautiful, ancient and powerful in moving the soul!  When sung, not just by deacons, but by every member of the church, they can uplift the spirit and mind to a place where the angels are!  These hymns are rich tradition that we have inherited and now it is our responsivity to provide them to our children.  

Please encourage your child to join us online to learn these hymns every Friday at 7:00PM by clicking here! 

MASKS!

Just a reminder to wear your mask at church or keep a six-foot distance with others at church.

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out and visit our Welcome Portal.

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Dec 6

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Entrance of Saint Mary into the Temple at Jerusalem (December 12 / Kiahk 3)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“I have shown you in every way, by laboring like this, that you must support the weak. And remember the words of the Lord Jesus, that He said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive.’”

Acts 20:35

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

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

Nativity Series: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (see below for more information)

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (Click Here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting (Contact Bishoy at 559-280-2224 for more information)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Health & Wellness Talk with Caroline Azer: During Sunday School

Monday:

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

Care Packages Ready!

Thank you to everyone who helped make this service possible. The High School and Jr. High School classes worked together to prepare 150 care packages to provide to our homeless brothers and sisters this season. It wouldn’t have been possible without the help of so many of St. Basil’s members who provided financial support to purchase the contents or to actually purchase them from the store and bring them assembly! God bless all who participated in this successful event! If you would like to help in distributing them, you can grab a few in the main hall downstairs.

CHRISTMAS CHOIR!

Join us this year for our New Year’s celebration at 6:00 PM December 31st! There will be dinner, choir performance (all ages), and ending 2021 with prayers. Please sign up your child (and yourself!!) for the choir here: tinyurl.com/taa9mdc3

HYMNS LESSONS!

The Coptic Orthodox Church has hundreds of hymns that are beautiful, ancient and powerful in moving the soul!  When sung, not just by deacons, but by every member of the church, they can uplift the spirit and mind to a place where the angels are!  These hymns are rich tradition that we have inherited and now it is our responsivity to provide them to our children.  

Please encourage your child to join us online to learn these hymns every Friday at 7:00PM by clicking here! 

DEC 8 || THE VIRTUES OF THE DESERT FATHERS IN THE LIFE OF ST. MARY

St. Basil will be continuing our annual Nativity Series discussion during the Nativity Fast! This year we will explore the two examples of Christian virtue: Monasticism and our holy mother St. Mary. Join us in the comfort of your home on Zoom at 8:00 PM on Wednesdays (Click Here starting on December 1st) with the amazing guest speakers we have lined up to talk about this great topic!

DEC 12 || HEALTH & WELLNESS TALK

MASKS!

Just a reminder to wear your mask at church or keep a six-foot distance with others at church.

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out and visit our Welcome Portal.

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Nov 29 (Corrected)

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Twenty-Four Priests (December 3 / Hator 24)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

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

Nativity Series: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (see below for more information)

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (Click Here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting (Contact Bishoy at 559-280-2224 for more information)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Monday:

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

NOV 30 || Giving Tuesday

Your contribution goes a long way to further and grow the many services of St. Basil’s. Visit StBasil.net/Donate to contribute!

Thank you for your support!

DEC 1 || THE VIRTUES OF THE DESERT FATHERS IN THE LIFE OF ST. MARY

St. Basil will be soon starting our annual Nativity Series during the Nativity Fast! This year we will explore the two examples of Christian virtue: Monasticism and our holy mother St. Mary. Join us in the comfort of your home on Zoom at 8:00 PM on Wednesdays (Click Here starting on December 1st) with the amazing guest speakers we have lined up to talk about this great topic!

DEC 12 || HEALTH & WELLNESS TALK

MASKS!

Just a reminder to wear your mask at church or keep a six-foot distance with others at church.

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out and visit our Welcome Portal.

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Nov 29

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Twenty-Four Priests (December 3 / Hator 24)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, in everything give thanks; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.”

1 Thessalonians 5:16-18

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

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

Nativity Series: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (see below for more information)

Thursday (Start of the Nativity Fast):

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (Click Here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting (Contact Bishoy at 559-280-2224 for more information)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Monday:

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

NOV 30 || Giving Tuesday

Your contribution goes a long way to further and grow the many services of St. Basil’s. Visit StBasil.net/Donate to contribute!

Thank you for your support!

DEC 1 || THE VIRTUES OF THE DESERT FATHERS IN THE LIFE OF ST. MARY

St. Basil will be soon starting our annual Nativity Series during the Nativity Fast! This year we will explore the two examples of Christian virtue: Monasticism and our holy mother St. Mary. Join us in the comfort of your home on Zoom at 8:00 PM on Wednesdays (Click Here starting on December 1st) with the amazing guest speakers we have lined up to talk about this great topic!

DEC 12 || HEALTH & WELLNESS TALK

MASKS!

Just a reminder to wear your mask at church or keep a six-foot distance with others at church.

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out:

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Nov 22

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of The Departure of Saint John Chrysostom (November 26 / Hator 17)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Prayer is the place of refuge for every worry, a foundation for cheerfulness, a source of constant happiness, a protection against sadness.”

St. John Chysostom

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

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

Thursday (Start of the Nativity Fast):

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (Click Here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting (Contact Bishoy at 559-280-2224 for more information)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Monday:

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

THE VIRTUES OF THE DESERT FATHERS IN THE LIFE OF ST. MARY

St. Basil will be soon starting our annual Nativity Series during the Nativity Fast! This year we will explore the two examples of Christian virtue: Monasticism and our holy mother St. Mary. Join us in the comfort of your home on Zoom at 8:00 PM on Wednesdays (Click Here starting on December 1st) with the amazing guest speakers we have lined up to talk about this great topic!

DEC 12 || HEALTH & WELLNESS TALK

MASKS!

Just a reminder to wear your mask at church or keep a six-foot distance with others at church.

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out:

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Nov 15

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Assembly of the Ecumenical Council at Nicea (November 18 / Hator 9)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those who are in any trouble, with the comfort with which we ourselves are comforted by God.”

2 Corinthians 1:3-4

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

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

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (Click Here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting (Contact Bishoy at 559-280-2224 for more information)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Monday:

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

Funeral Details for Ramy Rezkalla

Our beloved brother Ramy Rezkalla departed to be with the Lord last Friday. He is survived by his parent's Adel Rezkalla and Rosie Saouda, his brother Shady Rezkalla, and his grandmother Malaka Saba. The funeral services for Ramy Rezkalla will be on Wednesday Nov 17, 2021 (11:00am-12:00pm).

• Funeral Prayers: St. Demiana Coptic Orthodox Church (11:00am-12:00pm) 14300 Camino Del Sur San Diego, CA 92127

• Burial will follow
  El Camino Memorial Cemetery
  5600 Carroll Canyon Road
  San Diego, CA 92126

• Agape meal  Back at St. Demiana’s for an Agabe meal following the burial service.

God repose the soul of our brother Ramy in the paradise of joy and grant Ramy’s family the comfort and assurance that only Christ can provide! 

Thank You Metropolitan Serapion!

We thank His Eminence Metropolitan Serapion for his visit on Sunday and attending the liturgy at St. Basil’s!   May our ever-victorious Lord Jesus Christ grant him many years and peaceful times for the glory of His name.

Also congratulations to Emmanuel, Nicholas, Nathan, and Jeremiah for being ordained chanters and for Hannah who received the blessing of becoming a deaconess!  God bless your service for many years to come!

MASKS!

Just a reminder to wear your mask at church or keep a six-foot distance with others at church.

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

COPTIC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out:

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Nov 8

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Martyrdom of Saint Timothy the Apostle (November 14 / Hator 5)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“You visit the earth and water it,
        You greatly enrich it;
        The river of God is full of water;
        You provide their grain,
        For so You have prepared it.
        You water its ridges abundantly,
        You settle its furrows;
        You make it soft with showers,
        You bless its growth.”

Psalm 65:9-10

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Tuesday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Wednesday:

-No Liturgy Today-

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (see details below)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting (Contact Bishoy at 559-280-2224 for more information)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Monday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

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

Visit of His Eminence Metropolitan Serapion

His Eminence Metropolitan Serapion, the Bishop of Southern California and Hawaii, will be visiting St. Basil’s on Sunday November 14, 2021 to celebrate the Divine Liturgy with us. Be sure to attend to receive his blessings and to meet him after the liturgy.

If you have a son whom you wish to receive the honor and blessing of being ordained a chanter-deacon in the church, please read the below. Typically, he will be at least 6 or 7 years old so he can stand by himself in an focused manner. If interested, please observe the following:

1. Parents should be committed to bringing the child to church on Sundays and on time.

2. Provide the name of the child to Fr. Michael Maximous (949-378-0350) by Monday 11/8/21.

3. At a minimum, the child should know the following four hymns. Click Here to practice them in English. If they know them in Coptic, that would be great too!

   • Alleluia This Is The Day

   • Amen Amen Amen Your Death O Lord

   • May Their Holy Blessings

   • As It Was

4. Come to the Vespers Raising of Incense prayers at St. Basil’s on Saturday, 11/13/21 to be tested after Vespers

If you have a daughter that you wish to be blessed as a deaconess, please observe the above and bring the child prior to the end of matins on 11/14/21 (prior to 9:00 AM).

Adults are welcome to receive this blessing as well!

CONGRATULATIONS TO TEVIN

Congratulations to Tevin Heyward for graduating with a Masters Degree in Social Work (Suma Cum Laude)!

CONGRATULATIONS TO ANDREW AND VIVIAN!

congratulations to Andrew and Vivian for joining in holy matrimony at Archangel Michael’s church! God bless your lives together with every joy and happiness!

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

COPTIC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out:

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Nov 1

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Martyrdom of Saint Timon the Apostle (November 5 / Baba 26)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“The sun shall no longer be your light by day,
Nor for brightness shall the moon give light to you;
But the Lord will be to you an everlasting light,
And your God your glory.”

Isaiah 60:19

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Tuesday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Wednesday:

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

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (see details below)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting (Contact Bishoy at 559-280-2224 for more information)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Monday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

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

OCT 31 || ALL-SAINTS DAY

Right after Sunday School, adults and children alike gathered behind the church to enjoy this great event!  The children enjoyed lots of games, fellowship with their friends and learned about various saints such as St. Mary, St. Basil, St. Anthony and many other great saints.   It was beautiful to see everyone come together to make this event happen and God bless everyone who gave from their time, effort, resources, and supplies! 

Click on this link to view some photos of the event: https://photos.app.goo.gl/8U42aWBnmi8k1TMZ8 

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

COPTIC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out:

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Oct 25

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Departure of Joel the Prophet (October 31 / Baba 21)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“So rend your heart, and not your garments;
Return to the Lord your God,
For He is gracious and merciful,
Slow to anger, and of great kindness;
And He relents from doing harm.”

Joel 2:13

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Tuesday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Wednesday:

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

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (see details below)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting (Contact Bishoy at 559-280-2224 for more information)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

All-Saints Day (After the Liturgy and Sunday School)

Monday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

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

CONGRATULATIONS TO ANDREW AND VIVIAN

Congratulations to Vivian and Andrew for their engagement.  God fill both of your hearts with happiness and joy and grant the fulfillment of your wishes with Holy Matrimony.

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

OCT 31 || ALL-SAINTS DAY

Join us after the Liturgy on Sunday, October 31st, for fellowship, fun and food! The kids will enjoy games, candy and will be visited with various saints who will share with us their story!

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

COPTIC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out:

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Oct 18

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Martyrdom of St. Matthew the Evangelist (October 22 / Baba 12)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Come to Me, all you who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”

Matthew 11:28

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Tuesday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Wednesday:

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

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (see details below)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting (Contact Bishoy at 559-280-2224 for more information)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Monday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

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

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

OCT 31 || ALL-SAINTS DAY

Join us after the Liturgy on Sunday, October 31st, for fellowship, fun and food! The kids will enjoy games, candy and will be visited with various saints who will share with us their story!

IMPORTANT || COVID-19 UPDATE AND PROTOCOLS

Covid Infection numbers continue to be high especially with the new variant. Our prayers are with those who have tested positive for the virus and those on the front lines caring for the sick.  We know as Christians that we should not conduct ourselves in fear or lack of faith. However, we should also act rationally and with sensitivity towards others. 

For the safety of yourself and those around PLEASE, be mindful of the following:

1. Please wear a mask at church to protect the younger members of our congregation who have not been vaccinated. 

2. If you have been in contact with anyone that has been infected and/or tested positive, even if no symptoms are observed, kindly do not come to any of the church services until you have tested negative.

3. If you, or anyone you know, have attended church services and have tested positive for the virus a few days later, please inform Fr. Michael who will let those who attended the same services know so they they can also be tested. Identities will be kept confidential. Please see above regarding attendance at church services.

Also, we will be streaming once more downstairs for those who feel more comfortable with greater social distancing. 

Please let Fr. Michael know if there are any questions.

949-378-0350

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

COPTIC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out:

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Oct 11

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Departure of the Righteous Hannah, the Prophetess Mother of Samuel, the Prophet (October 16 / Baba 6)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

And Hannah prayed and said:

“My heart rejoices in the Lord;
My horn is exalted in the Lord.
I smile at my enemies,
Because I rejoice in Your salvation.

“No one is holy like the Lord,
For there is none besides You,
Nor is there any rock like our God.”

Samuel 2:1-2

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Tuesday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Wednesday:

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

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (see details below)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Monday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

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

CONGRATULATIONS TO DR. PAIGE MCLEAN!

Congratulations to Dr. Paige McLean for her baptism on Sunday!  May God grant her every spiritual success and joy in her journey with Christ.

THANK YOU TO MINA SAID!

A big thank you to Dr. Mina Said for serving as treasurer from the founding of St. Basil’s to present.  Though he is stepping down, he has committed to helping as much as possible with the new interim treasurer: Richard Marcos!  God bless you and reward you for the many sacrifices you have made in your services!

WOMEN’S SPIRITUAL FELLOWSHIP NIGHT WAS A BLAST!

The Women’s Spiritual Fellowship Night event was last Friday.  There was a spiritual discussion, great food, activities, and traditional Eritrean Coffee!  God bless all those who participated and contributed their time, energy and resources to make the event a huge success!  Due to popular demand, this event will be occurring more frequently so look for future announcements! 

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

IMPORTANT || COVID-19 UPDATE AND PROTOCOLS

Covid Infection numbers continue to be high especially with the new variant. Our prayers are with those who have tested positive for the virus and those on the front lines caring for the sick.  We know as Christians that we should not conduct ourselves in fear or lack of faith. However, we should also act rationally and with sensitivity towards others. 

For the safety of yourself and those around PLEASE, be mindful of the following:

1. Please wear a mask at church to protect the younger members of our congregation who have not been vaccinated. 

2. If you have been in contact with anyone that has been infected and/or tested positive, even if no symptoms are observed, kindly do not come to any of the church services until you have tested negative.

3. If you, or anyone you know, have attended church services and have tested positive for the virus a few days later, please inform Fr. Michael who will let those who attended the same services know so they they can also be tested. Identities will be kept confidential. Please see above regarding attendance at church services.

Also, we will be streaming once more downstairs for those who feel more comfortable with greater social distancing. 

Please let Fr. Michael know if there are any questions.

949-378-0350

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

COPTIC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out:

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Oct 4

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Departure of Jonah, the Great Prophet (October 5 / Tout 25)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

And he said to them, “Pick me up and throw me into the sea; then the sea will become calm for you. For I know that this great tempest is because of me.”

Jonah 1:12

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Tuesday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Wednesday:

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

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (see details below)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

San Diego Collegiate Coptic Club Meeting: 7:30 p.m. (dinner) & 8:00 p.m. Meeting

Friday:

Women’s Spiritual Fellowship Night: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (see below)

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Saturday:

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Monday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

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

SAN DIEGO COLLEGIATE COPTIC CLUB MEETING 

If you are in your undergraduate or graduate college studies, join us at 7:30 PM Thursday nights for dinner, A spiritual discussion with various guest speakers, and fellowship!  Contact Bishoy Said at (559) 280-2224 for more information!

HIGH SCHOOL AND JR. HIGH SCHOOL SPIRITUAL DAY!

The High School and Junior High School classes had a wonderful time on Saturday with an educational liturgy, food, a bible study and fund at the bowling alley!  It is rumored that the servants had more fun than the children at the bowling alley!  Look for more Sunday School fun days with the servants!

OCT 8 || WOMEN’S SPIRITUAL FELLOWSHIP NIGHT

Ladies mark your calendars for another Women’s Spiritual Fellowship Night on October 8th, at 6:00 PM.  Please RSVP by clicking here: http://evite.me/vzc8va3FHz

IMPORTANT || COVID-19 UPDATE AND PROTOCOLS

Covid Infection numbers continue to be high especially with the new variant. Our prayers are with those who have tested positive for the virus and those on the front lines caring for the sick.  We know as Christians that we should not conduct ourselves in fear or lack of faith. However, we should also act rationally and with sensitivity towards others. 

For the safety of yourself and those around PLEASE, be mindful of the following:

1. Please wear a mask at church to protect the younger members of our congregation who have not been vaccinated. 

2. If you have been in contact with anyone that has been infected and/or tested positive, even if no symptoms are observed, kindly do not come to any of the church services until you have tested negative.

3. If you, or anyone you know, have attended church services and have tested positive for the virus a few days later, please inform Fr. Michael who will let those who attended the same services know so they they can also be tested. Identities will be kept confidential. Please see above regarding attendance at church services.

Also, we will be streaming once more downstairs for those who feel more comfortable with greater social distancing. 

Please let Fr. Michael know if there are any questions.

949-378-0350

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

COPTIC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out:

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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. 

Weekly Update - Sep 27

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Feast of the Consecration of the Church of the Honorable Cross (September 27-29 / Tout 17-19)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law. And those who are Christ’s have crucified the flesh with its passions and desires.

Galatians 5:22-24

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Tuesday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Wednesday:

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

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Thursday:

Basic Biblical Hebrew Class: 6:30 p.m. (see details below)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Friday:

Youth Hymn Online Meeting: 7:00 p.m. (Contact Mariam G. for the Zoom link: 562-456-6067)

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

Saturday:

High School and Junior High School Spiritual Day: 9:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m. (see below)

Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m.

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (followed by in-person Sunday School)

Monday:

11th Hour Agpeya Prayer: 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (join Zoom here)

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

OCT 2 || HIGH SCHOOL AND JR. HIGH SCHOOL SPIRITUAL DAY

OCT 8 || WOMEN’S SPIRITUAL FELLOWSHIP NIGHT

Ladies mark your calendars for another Women’s Spiritual Fellowship Night on October 8th, at 6:00 PM.  Please RSVP by clicking here: http://evite.me/vzc8va3FHz

NEW URBAN EQUIPMENT AND RENOVATIONS

New Urbon Room renovations are complete! The new equipment has been installed, with new flooring, repaired plumbing, and electrical work! Thank you to all who provided from their resources and labored (even behind the scenes) to complete these very essential improvements. God bless you here on earth and in the world to come!

IMPORTANT || COVID-19 UPDATE AND PROTOCOLS

Covid Infection numbers continue to be high especially with the new variant. Our prayers are with those who have tested positive for the virus and those on the front lines caring for the sick.  We know as Christians that we should not conduct ourselves in fear or lack of faith. However, we should also act rationally and with sensitivity towards others. 

For the safety of yourself and those around PLEASE, be mindful of the following:

1. Please wear a mask at church to protect the younger members of our congregation who have not been vaccinated. 

2. If you have been in contact with anyone that has been infected and/or tested positive, even if no symptoms are observed, kindly do not come to any of the church services until you have tested negative.

3. If you, or anyone you know, have attended church services and have tested positive for the virus a few days later, please inform Fr. Michael who will let those who attended the same services know so they they can also be tested. Identities will be kept confidential. Please see above regarding attendance at church services.

Also, we will be streaming once more downstairs for those who feel more comfortable with greater social distancing. 

Please let Fr. Michael know if there are any questions.

949-378-0350

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 FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

COPTIC EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION

PROFESSIONAL NETWORK

As a reminder, the Professionals LinkedIn group is an easy way to connect and network with fellow members of our community.

ST. BASIL WELCOME PORTAL

Do you know about our Welcome Portal? You can use it to register as a member, update existing contact information, volunteer for a church service, make a donation, contact Father Michael, or provide private comments/questions/suggestions. Try it out:

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit.

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com

HELP WITH AMAZON SMILE

If you are looking into other ways to support our church, the AmazonSmile Foundation offers an easy way to give while browsing the Amazon shop. It will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from your eligible AmazonSmile purchases, at no cost to you. To shop at AmazonSmile simply go to smile.amazon.com (you may want to add a bookmark to make it easier to return). You will see eligible products marked “Eligible for AmazonSmile donation” on the product detail pages. If you already own an Amazon account you can use the same account for AmazonSmile. On your first visit, please select “Saint Basil American Coptic Orthodox Church” as your charity of choice. Amazon will remember your selection, and then every eligible purchase you make will result in a donation for our church. Thank you so much for your love and support.

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.