Weekly Update - Mar 21

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Departure of Lazarus, the beloved of the Lord (March 26 / Baramhat 17)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Jesus answered, ‘Are there not twelve hours in the day? If anyone walks in the day, he does not stumble, because he sees the light of this world. But if one walks in the night, he stumbles, because the light is not in him.’”

John 11:9-10

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!)

In-person Lent Series Book Discussion: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Saturday:

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

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (IN-PERSON Sunday School following Liturgy)

Monday:

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

CONGRATULATIONS TO ANTOINE AND MEGHAN BISHARA!

Congratulations to Antoine and Meghan for the baptism of their daughter, Charlotte Everly Bishara!  God bless her life with the many graces of baptism!

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to bring back our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without the help of our congregation.  

You can help in the following ways:

1. Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).

2. Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please use the link below to sign up.

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1OKBxoDTaw1hUW2y7hik9hKlFk1Bu790Utuxei_K8yjc/edit

God bless your efforts!

LENT SERIES: CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SPIRITUAL PATH

This year, starting March 11th, we will be reviewing a special book written by one of the most influential Christian writers of the 20th Century, Pope Shenouda the III, 117th Patriarch of Alexandria. Join us in person Friday nights at St. Basil’s for a discussion on this amazing book sure to give you spiritual renewal and commitment. Babysitting will be provided along with hymn lessons for the youth. We have many copies of this book in the bookstore or you can CLICK HERE to purchase the book from Amazon.

LENT SCHEDULE 

Be sure to look out for updated schedules for the upcoming services and events during Lent and Holy Week!

• Weekly Wednesday Liturgies from 8-10 am

• March 19th: Feast of the Cross

• April 7th: Commemoration of the Annunciation of Our Lord Jesus Christ

• April 15th: Last Friday of Great Lent

• April 17th: Palm Sunday

• April 18-April 22 - Holy Week

  • Click Here to download the Holy Week Lectionary.

  • Click here to listen to some Holy Week Hymns!

• April 24th - Feast of the Resurrection

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 - Mar 14

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Appearance of the Glorious Cross (March 19 / Baramhat 10)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“LORD, lift up the light of Your countenance upon us.
You have put gladness in my heart,
For You alone, O LORD, make me dwell in safety.”

Psalm 4:6-8

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Wednesday:

Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Friday:

Vespers for the Feast of the Cross: 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

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

Lent Series Book Discussion: Characteristics of the Spiritual Path by Pope Shenouda: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Saturday:

Feast of the Cross Liturgy with Procession: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (IN-PERSON Sunday School following Liturgy)

Monday:

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

LENT SERIES: CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SPIRITUAL PATH

This year, starting March 11th, we will be reviewing a special book written by one of the most influential Christian writers of the 20th Century, Pope Shenouda the III, 117th Patriarch of Alexandria. Join us in person Friday nights at St. Basil’s for a discussion on this amazing book sure to give you spiritual renewal and commitment. Babysitting will be provided along with hymn lessons for the youth. We have many copies of this book in the bookstore or you can CLICK HERE to purchase the book from Amazon.

LENT SCHEDULE 

Be sure to look out for updated schedules for the upcoming services and events during Lent and Holy Week!

• Weekly Wednesday Liturgies from 8-10 am

• March 19th: Feast of the Cross

• April 7th: Commemoration of the Annunciation of Our Lord Jesus Christ

• April 15th: Last Friday of Great Lent

• April 17th: Palm Sunday

• April 18-April 22 - Holy Week

  • Click Here to download the Holy Week Lectionary.

  • Click here to listen to some Holy Week Hymns!

• April 24th - Feast of the Resurrection

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 - Mar 8

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Appearance of the Head of St. John the Baptist (March 9 / Amshir 30)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“I will love You, O LORD, my strength.
The LORD is my rock and my fortress and my deliverer;
My God, my strength, in whom I will trust;
My shield and the horn of my salvation, my stronghold.”

Psalm 18:1-2

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!)

Lent Series Book Discussion: Characteristics of the Spiritual Path by Pope Shenouda: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Saturday:

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

Sunday:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (IN-PERSON Sunday School following Liturgy)

Monday:

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

PARENTS: SUNDAY SCHOOL IS NOW IN-PERSON!

In-Person Sunday School as now resumed!  Be sure to bring your child weekly so they can receive some essential Christian education!  

Why is Orthodox Christian education essential for your child?  We live in a time and place where things can be confusing for adults let alone for the children!  This is especially the case in Southern California where you child WILL face every sort of doctrine and belief, many of which bombard your child with negativity, disbelief, despair, and immorality.  And COVID has not made it easier over the last couple of years!  Orthodox Christian education, at church but also (and maybe more importantly) at home, will be a strong defense your child will have to face these challenges.  Do not miss an opportunity to expose your child to the truths of our Ever-Victorious Lord Jesus Christ, the power He has given the saints before us, the bible, and the promises He has given you and your children!  Please reach out to your child’s Sunday School teachers for ways to get involved and partner with them.  Let us all have a renewed sense of urgency in the proper Orthodox Christian education for our precious children!

LENT SERIES: CHARACTERISTICS OF THE SPIRITUAL PATH

This year, starting March 11th, we will be reviewing a special book written by one of the most influential Christian writers of the 20th Century, Pope Shenouda the III, 117th Patriarch of Alexandria. Join us in person Friday nights at St. Basil’s for a discussion on this amazing book sure to give you spiritual renewal and commitment. Babysitting will be provided along with hymn lessons for the youth. We have many copies of this book in the bookstore or you can CLICK HERE to purchase the book from Amazon.

LENT SCHEDULE 

Be sure to look out for updated schedules for the upcoming services and events during Lent and Holy Week!

• Weekly Wednesday Liturgies from 8-10 am

• March 19th: Feast of the Cross

• April 7th: Commemoration of the Annunciation of Our Lord Jesus Christ

• April 15th: Last Friday of Great Lent

• April 17th: Palm Sunday

• April 18-April 22 - Holy Week

  • Click Here to download the Holy Week Lectionary.

  • Click here to listen to some Holy Week Hymns!

• April 24th - Feast of the Resurrection

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 - Feb 28

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the The Departure of St. Hosea, the Prophet (March 5 / Amshir 6)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

"He has torn, but He will heal us; He has stricken, but He will bind us up. After two days He will revive us; on the third day He will raise us up, that we may live in his sight. Let us know, let us pursue the knowledge of the Lord."

Hosea 6:1-3

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:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (IN-PERSON Sunday School following Liturgy)

Monday:

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

PARENTS: SUNDAY SCHOOL IS NOW IN-PERSON!

In-Person Sunday School as now resumed!  Be sure to bring your child weekly so they can receive some essential Christian education!  

Why is Orthodox Christian education essential for your child?  We live in a time and place where things can be confusing for adults let alone for the children!  This is especially the case in Southern California where you child WILL face every sort of doctrine and belief, many of which bombard your child with negativity, disbelief, despair, and immorality.  And COVID has not made it easier over the last couple of years!  Orthodox Christian education, at church but also (and maybe more importantly) at home, will be a strong defense your child will have to face these challenges.  Do not miss an opportunity to expose your child to the truths of our Ever-Victorious Lord Jesus Christ, the power He has given the saints before us, the bible, and the promises He has given you and your children!  Please reach out to your child’s Sunday School teachers for ways to get involved and partner with them.  Let us all have a renewed sense of urgency in the proper Orthodox Christian education for our precious children!

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 - Feb 23

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Departure of St. Elizabeth, Mother of St. John the Baptist (February 24 / Amshir 16)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

"And it happened, when Elizabeth heard the greeting of Mary, that the babe leaped in her womb, and Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit."

Luke 1:41

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:

Divine Liturgy: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. (IN-PERSON Sunday School following Liturgy)

Monday (Beginning of Great Lent):

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

PARENTS: SUNDAY SCHOOL IS NOW IN-PERSON!

In-Person Sunday School as now resumed!  Be sure to bring your child weekly so they can receive some essential Christian education!  

Why is Orthodox Christian education essential for your child?  We live in a time and place where things can be confusing for adults let alone for the children!  This is especially the case in Southern California where you child WILL face every sort of doctrine and belief, many of which bombard your child with negativity, disbelief, despair, and immorality.  And COVID has not made it easier over the last couple of years!  Orthodox Christian education, at church but also (and maybe more importantly) at home, will be a strong defense your child will have to face these challenges.  Do not miss an opportunity to expose your child to the truths of our Ever-Victorious Lord Jesus Christ, the power He has given the saints before us, the bible, and the promises He has given you and your children!  Please reach out to your child’s Sunday School teachers for ways to get involved and partner with them.  Let us all have a renewed sense of urgency in the proper Orthodox Christian education for our precious children!

Fun Times with the youth!

Jr High and High School classes had a fun time at BJs while the Elementary School Kiddos paid a visit to Fr. Michael’s house! God bless the efforts of the servants who made these events happen!

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 - Feb 14

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PEACE AND GRACE

Jonah’s Fast (February 14-16 / Amshir 7-9)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Offer to God thanksgiving,
And pay your vows to the Most High.
Whoever offers praise glorifies Me;
And to him who orders his conduct aright
I will show the salvation of God.”

Psalm 50:14 & Psalm 50:23

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Tuesday (Jonah’s Fasting):

Liturgy: 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. Minor Feast of the Entrance into the Temple

Wednesday (Jonah’s Fasting):

Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.

Thursday: (Feast)

Liturgy: 6:00 a.m. – 8:00 a.m. (Jonah’s Passover Feast)

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:

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)

FEB 14-17 || JONAH’S FAST

Jonah’s Fast begins Monday, February 14, 2022 and ends with the Feast on Thursday, February 17, 2022.  This three-day strict (no seafood) fast is also accompanied by the reading of the Book of Jonah, one of the minor Old Testament prophets, which is full of prophesies, resemblances of Christ and the spirit of repentance. 

We hope you can make one or more of the following liturgies!

• Tuesday, February 15, 2022 (6:00 AM to 8:00 AM) – Feast of the Presentation of the Lord Christ in the Temple

• Wednesday, February 15, 2022 (8:00 AM to 10:00 AM) 

• Thursday, February 15, 2022 (6:00 AM to 8:00 AM) Jonah’s Passover Feast

UPDATE || COVID PRECAUTIONS

The infection numbers are continuing to drop and we have re-started all in-person services with limited precautions such as masks.  Weather permitting, Sunday school will be held outdoors as much as possible.

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

PARENTS: SUNDAY SCHOOL IS NOW IN-PERSON!

In-Person Sunday School as now resumed!  Be sure to bring your child weekly so they can receive some essential Christian education!  

Why is Orthodox Christian education essential for your child?  We live in a time and place where things can be confusing for adults let alone for the children!  This is especially the case in Southern California where you child WILL face every sort of doctrine and belief, many of which bombard your child with negativity, disbelief, despair, and immorality.  And COVID has not made it easier over the last couple of years!  Orthodox Christian education, at church but also (and maybe more importantly) at home, will be a strong defense your child will have to face these challenges.  Do not miss an opportunity to expose your child to the truths of our Ever-Victorious Lord Jesus Christ, the power He has given the saints before us, the bible, and the promises He has given you and your children!  Please reach out to your child’s Sunday School teachers for ways to get involved and partner with them.  Let us all have a renewed sense of urgency in the proper Orthodox Christian education for our precious children!

CONGRATULATIONS MARIO AND RAJAA!

Congratulations to Mario and Rajaa for the baptism of their daughter Leah!   

But if any one wishes to know why the grace is given by water and not by a different element, let him take up the Divine Scriptures and he shall learn. For water is a grand thing, and the noblest of the four visible elements of the world. Heaven is the dwelling-place of Angels, but the heavens are from the waters: the earth is the place of men, but the earth is from the waters: and before the whole six days’ formation of the things that were made, the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the water (Gen. 1:2). The water was the beginning of the world, and Jordan (where Christ was baptized) the beginning of the Gospel tidings; for Israel deliverance from Pharaoh was through the sea, and for the world deliverance from sins by the washing of water with the word of God(Ephes. 5:26). Where a covenant is made with any, there is water also. After the flood, a covenant was made with Noah: a covenant for Israel from Mount Sinai, but with water, and scarlet wool, and hyssop (Heb. 9:19). Elijah is taken up, but not apart from water: for first he crosses the Jordan, then in a chariot mounts the heaven. The high-priest is first washed, then offers incense;  for Aaron first washed, then was made high-priest: for how could one who had not yet been purified by water pray for the rest? Also as a symbol of Baptism there was a laver set apart within the Tabernacle. Baptism is the end of the Old Testament, and beginning of the New. The end he was of the Prophets: for all the Prophets and the law were until John (Matt. 11:13): but of the Gospel history he was also the first-fruit. For it says, The beginning of the Gospel of Jesus Christ…John came baptizing in the wilderness” (Mark 1:1-4).  St. Cyril of Jerusalem-Catechetical Letters: Lecture 3, on Baptism

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 - Feb 7

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of the Departure of the Great Saint Anba Paul, the First Hermit (February 9 / Amshir 2)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

 Likewise you younger people, submit yourselves to your elders. Yes, all of you be submissive to one another, and be clothed with humility, for

“God resists the proud,
But gives grace to the humble.”

Therefore humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, that He may exalt you in due time, casting all your care upon Him, for He cares for you.

1 Peter 5:5-7

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:

Pre-Marital Course: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. (more info below)

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

Sunday:

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

Monday (Jonah’s Fast):

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 Saturday Vesper prayers at St. Basil’s. God willing, we will resume in-person Sunday school this coming Sunday!  

Please be reminded that for now there will be no entry into the church without a mask, even during in-person Sunday school.  Weather permitting, Sunday school will be held outdoors as much as possible.

Let us also be reminded of the safety measures we have practiced previously.  God protect you all.  If you have any questions, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350.

CONGRATULATIONS JULIANA AND ZOE!

Congratulations to Zoe and Juliana for receiving the blessing of joining the Ecclesiastical choir from Bishop Abraham during his visit on Sunday.  God bless your lives with the beauty praising our Lord Jesus Christ!

Nothing so arouses the soul, gives it wings, sets it free from the earth, releases it from the prison of the body, teaches it to love wisdom and to despise all the things of this life, as harmonious melody and sacred song composed in rhythm. — St. John Chrysostom (On Psalm 41)

What state can be more blessed than to imitate on earth the choruses of angels; to begin the day with prayer, and honor our Maker with hymns and songs? As the day brightens, to commit ourselves with prayer giving it attention throughout the day in our labors, and to season our work with hymns, as if with salt? Soothing hymns compose the mind to a cheerful and calm state. — St. Basil the Great (2nd Letter to St. Gregory)

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.

FEB 14-17 || JONAH’S FAST

Jonah’s Fast begins Monday, February 14, 2022 and ends with the Feast on Thursday, February 17, 2022.  This three-day strict (no seafood) fast is also accompanied by the reading of the Book of Jonah, one of the minor Old Testament prophets, which is full of prophesies, resemblances of Christ and the spirit of repentance. 

MINOR LEAK

Maintenance crews were busy this week patching the cause of a minor leak that occurred during the last rain events. Additional preventative maintenance efforts will continue this spring and summer as is common for commercial roofs from time to time.  

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

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 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.