Weekly Update - June 3, 2024

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Christ is Risen! Indeed He is Risen!

The Martyrdom Of St. Thomas, the Apostle (June 3, 2024 / Bashons 26, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Then He said, “To what shall we liken the kingdom of God? Or with what parable shall we picture it? It is like a mustard seed which, when it is sown on the ground, is smaller than all the seeds on earth; but when it is sown, it grows up and becomes greater than all herbs, and shoots out large branches, so that the birds of the air may nest under its shade.”

Mark 4:30-32

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

WEDNESDAY:

• NO Divine Liturgy

THURSDAY:

• College Coptic Club: 2024 Black Tie Event! (See flyer below)

FRIDAY:

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

• Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (1st Corinthians 13) (Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm)

SATURDAY:

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

MONDAY:

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

Graduation Celebrations | June 16, 2024

• June 16th: We will be celebrating the graduations and promotions immediately following the liturgy on June 16th! Be sure not to miss this event with your children/youth as they will receive a gift.

• June 6th: Also, this Thursday on June 6th, the college group will be meeting for a black-tie (formal) event. See flyer below!

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights

This week, we will review St. Paul’s famous chapter on Love. Read 1st Corinthians Chapter 13 and come to share your thoughts!

• 7:30pm - 8:30pm

On Zoom and YouTube ONLY at 7:30 pm!

St. Basil’s Outdoor Fellowship Event!

Saturday August 10, 2024

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! St. Basil’s has chartered a boat to go FISHING for our next Fellowship Event on August 10th! Tickets are limited as there is only room for 30 people. Children ages 8-10 should share a rod with their parent.

• Click here to purchase an Adult ticket: $150 (includes: permit, rod rental, bait, tip, and help on the boat from professionals)

• Click here to purchase a Child (8-10) ticket: $125 (share rod with parent)

• No children under 8 please.

• St. Basil’s is subsidizing a portion of the cost to allow tickets to be more affordable. If you wish to support this event above the ticket price, please click here. Also, if you wish to come but the price is too expense, please see Fr. Michael privately.

If you are not a member of St. Basil’s, and would like to come, please wait until August 3rd to purchase tickets!

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

Weekly Update - May 27, 2024

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Christ is Risen! Indeed He is Risen!

Entry of the Lord into Egypt (June 1, 2024 / Pashons 24, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

In that day there will be an altar to the Lord in the midst of the land of Egypt, and a pillar to the Lord at its border.

Isaiah 19:19

SERVICES THIS WEEK

WEDNESDAY:

• NO LITURGY

THURSDAY:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Mariana Shaker)

FRIDAY:

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

• Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Book of Daniel-Part 2) (Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm)

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

MONDAY:

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

Graduation Celebrations | June 16, 2024

We will be celebrating the graduations and promotions immediately following the liturgy on June 16th! Be sure not to miss this event with your children as they will receive a gift.

Youth Choir

God bless all the servants, youth, and parents who committed their time and energy for a wonderful choir presentation on Sunday after the liturgy! The kiddos worked hard on the Saturday camps and it showed! There will be more opportunities as the kids continue to learn the church hymns and songs, God willing!

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review the book of Daniel the Prophet - Part 2 Chapters 7-12. This book is very inspiring and full of encouragement and prophecies! Read it ahead of the meeting and come to share your thoughts.

• Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm

• Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Also, on Zoom and YouTube for those who can’t make it to church at 7:30 pm!

Fellowship Event - Saturday August 10, 2024

MARK YOUR CALENDARS! St. Basil’s has chartered a boat to go FISHING for our next Fellowship Event on August 10th! Tickets are limited as there is only room for 30 people. Children ages 8-10 should share a rod with their parent.

• Click here to purchase an Adult ticket: $150 (includes: permit, rod rental, bait, tip, and help on the boat from professionals)

• Click here to purchase a Child (8-10) ticket: $125 (share rod with parent)

• No children under 8 please.

• St. Basil’s is subsidizing a portion of the cost to allow tickets to be more affordable. If you wish to support this event above the ticket price, please click here. Also, if you wish to come but the price is too expense, please see Fr. Michael privately.

If you are not a member of St. Basil’s, and would like to come, please wait until August 3rd to purchase tickets!

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

FAMILY HOME VISITS

Father Michael is offering home visits for anyone who is interested. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

Weekly Update - May 20, 2024

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Christ is Risen! Indeed He is Risen!

The Departure of St. Pachomius of the Community (Koniona) (May 22, 2024 / Pashons 14, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

 If then you were raised with Christ, seek those things which are above, where Christ is, sitting at the right hand of God. Set your mind on things above, not on things on the earth. For you died, and your life is hidden with Christ in God. When Christ who is our life appears, then you also will appear with Him in glory.

Colossians 3:1-4

SERVICES THIS WEEK

WEDNESDAY:

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

THURSDAY:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Ash Ibrahim - St. Basil)

FRIDAY:

• Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Book of Daniel) (Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm)

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Youth Church Choir Presentation

• Agape Meal after the liturgy and presentation

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

• Sofia Hart’s Graduation Party: 3:00 p.m. (details below)

MONDAY:

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

Feast of the Resurrection Annual Picnic

God bless all those who labored so hard to make this year’s picnic a huge success! There were plenty of easter eggs, games, food, fellowship and park fun. And the kids had fun too! Can’t wait till next year, God willing! Click here to view photos of the event

Graduation Celebrations | June 16, 2024

We will be celebrating the graduations and promotions immediately following the liturgy on June 16th! Be sure not to miss this event with your children as they will receive a gift.

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review the book of Daniel the Prophet. This book is very inspiring and full of encouragement and prophecies! Read it ahead of the meeting and come to share your thoughts.

• Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm

• Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Also, on Zoom and YouTube for those who can’t make it to church at 7:30 pm!

Fellowship Event - Saturday August 10, 2024

MARK YOUR CALENDERS! St. Basil’s has chartered a boat to go FISHING for our next Fellowship Event on August 10th! Tickets are limited as there is only room for 30 people. Children ages 8-10 should share a rod with their parent.

• Click here to purchase an Adult ticket: $150 (includes: permit, rod rental, bait, tip, and help on the boat from professionals)

• Click here to purchase a Child (8-10) ticket: $125 (share rod with parent)

• No children under 8 please.

• St. Basil’s is subsidizing a portion of the cost to allow tickets to be more affordable. If you wish to support this event above the ticket price, please click here. Also, if you wish to come but the price is too expense, please see Fr. Michael privately.

If you are not a member of St. Basil’s, and would like to come, please wait until August 3rd to purchase tickets!

Free this Sunday Afternoon?

Sofia is inviting everyone from St. Basil’s to come to her graduation celebration! Come if you can!

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - May 14, 2024 (*UPDATED*)

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Departure of St. Athanasius the Apostolic the 20th. Pope of Alexandria (May 15, 2024 / Bashons 7, 1740)

“Let us look at the very tradition, teaching, and faith of the Universal Church from the beginning, which the Lord gave, the Apostles preached, and the Fathers kept. Upon this the Church is founded...”

— (St. Athanasius - 361 AD - Letter to Serapion on the Holy Spirit)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the first principles of the oracles of God; and you have come to need milk and not solid food. For everyone who partakes only of milk is unskilled in the word of righteousness, for he is a babe. But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.

Hebrews 5:12-14

SERVICES THIS WEEK

WEDNESDAY:

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

THURSDAY:

• NO College Coptic Club Meeting: SD Coptic Club Beach Day! La Jolla Shores (7 pm - games, s’mores, food and more!)

FRIDAY:

• Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm)

SATURDAY:

• Easter Picnic: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Carmel Creek Neighborhood Park - Details below)

• Saturday Youth Camp: (No Camp this week because of the picnic)

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

MONDAY:

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

Condolences

Our condolences to Leikun Araya for the passing of his father, Tesfamicael, on Monday. God repose his soul in the paradise of joy and grant His comfort and assurance to the family. Christ is Risen!

Thank you to His Eminence Metropolitan Serapion!

St. Basil's Easter 2024 Picnic!

Mark your calanders for the annual Easter Picnic!

Date & Time: Saturday, May 18, 2024 (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM)

Location: Carmel Creek Neighborhood Park (Picnic Shelters) - 4260 Carmel Center Rd., San Diego, 92130

Come join us for fellowship, food and fun. The children will have a bounce-house, an easter egg hunt and other fun activities (and the adults will have fun too)! Food is provided! Please RSVP so we have enough for everyone!

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review St. Paul’s Epistle to Philemon. This one-chapter epistle written from while he was in prison is powerful and inspiring! Read it ahead of the meeting and come to share your thoughts.

• Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm

• Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Also, on Zoom and YouTube for those who can’t make it to church at 7:30 pm!

Fellowship Event - Saturday August 10, 2024

MARK YOUR CALENDERS! St. Basil’s has chartered a boat to go FISHING for our next Fellowship Event on August 10th! Tickets are limited as there is only room for 30 people. Children ages 8-10 should share a rod with their parent.

• Adult: $150 (includes: permit, rod rental, bait, tip, and help on the boat from professionals)

• Child (8-10): $125

• A link to purchase tickets will be provided soon

• St. Basil’s is subsidizing a portion of the cost to allow tickets to be more affordable. If you wish to support this event above the ticket price, please click here

If you are not a member of St. Basil’s, and would like to come, please wait until August 3rd to purchase tickets!

Sofia is inviting everyone from St. Basil’s to come to her graduation celebration! Come if you can!

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

St. Paul’s the Apostle Retreat (Men only). Click the link above to register!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - May 14, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Departure of St. Athanasius the Apostolic the 20th. Pope of Alexandria (May 15, 2024 / Bashons 7, 1740)

“Let us look at the very tradition, teaching, and faith of the Universal Church from the beginning, which the Lord gave, the Apostles preached, and the Fathers kept. Upon this the Church is founded...”

— (St. Athanasius - 361 AD - Letter to Serapion on the Holy Spirit)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

For though by this time you ought to be teachers, you need someone to teach you again the first principles of the oracles of God; and you have come to need milk and not solid food. For everyone who partakes only of milk is unskilled in the word of righteousness, for he is a babe. But solid food belongs to those who are of full age, that is, those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil.

Hebrews 5:12-14

SERVICES THIS WEEK

WEDNESDAY:

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

THURSDAY:

• NO College Coptic Club Meeting: SD Coptic Club Beach Day! La Jolla Shores (7 pm - games, s’mores, food and more!)

FRIDAY:

• Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm)

SATURDAY:

• Easter Picnic: 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. (Carmel Creek Neighborhood Park - Details below)

• Saturday Youth Camp: (No Camp this week because of the picnic)

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy (Mother’s Day!)

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

MONDAY:

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

Condolences

Our condolences to Leikun Araya for the passing of his father, Tesfamicael, on Monday. God repose his soul in the paradise of joy and grant His comfort and assurance to the family. Christ is Risen!

St. Basil's Easter 2024 Picnic!

Mark your calanders for the annual Easter Picnic!

Date & Time: Saturday, May 18, 2024 (2:00 PM to 5:00 PM)

Location: Carmel Creek Neighborhood Park (Picnic Shelters) - 4260 Carmel Center Rd., San Diego, 92130

Come join us for fellowship, food and fun. The children will have a bounce-house, an easter egg hunt and other fun activities (and the adults will have fun too)! Food is provided! Please RSVP so we have enough for everyone!

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review St. Paul’s Epistle to Philemon. This one-chapter epistle written from while he was in prison is powerful and inspiring! Read it ahead of the meeting and come to share your thoughts.

• Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm

• Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Also, on Zoom and YouTube for those who can’t make it to church at 7:30 pm!

Fellowship Event - Saturday August 10, 2024

MARK YOUR CALENDERS! St. Basil’s has chartered a boat to go FISHING for our next Fellowship Event on August 10th! Tickets are limited as there is only room for 30 people. Children ages 8-10 should share a rod with their parent.

• Adult: $150 (includes: permit, rod rental, bait, tip, and help on the boat from professionals)

• Child (8-10): $125

• A link to purchase tickets will be provided soon

• St. Basil’s is subsidizing a portion of the cost to allow tickets to be more affordable. If you wish to support this event above the ticket price, please click here

If you are not a member of St. Basil’s, and would like to come, please wait until August 3rd to purchase tickets!

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

St. Paul’s the Apostle Retreat (Men only). Click the link above to register!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - May 6, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Martyrdom of Saint Mark, The Apostle, Evangelist & Martyr (May 8, 2024 / Baramouda 30, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

For His anger is but for a moment,
His favor is for life;
Weeping may endure for a night,
But joy comes in the morning.
Now in my prosperity I said,
"I shall never be moved."
LORD, by Your favor You have made my mountain stand strong;
You hid Your face, and I was troubled.

Psalm 30:5-7

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

WEDNESDAY:

• NO LITURGY THIS WEEK

THURSDAY:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Fr. Paul Elias)

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

THOMAS SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy (Mother’s Day!)

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

Holy Week &the FEAST OF THE RESURRECTION PASCHAL MESSAGES

Christ is Risen!  Indeed He is Risen!

It was truly a blessed Holy Week and Feast of the Resurrection this year.  We had a wonderful turnout for our Palm Sunday event. Outside, we had crafts, Palm weaving, stations for each day of Holy Week and a live donkey made a visit for the kids to ride. 

Thank you to all our servants, deacons, behind-the-scenes heroes, and everyone else who contributed in their way to make this most important time of the year so blessed.  May the love and beauty of the congregation of St. Basil’s Church continue to grow more and more!

Festal messages from our shepherds:

• Paschal Message 2024 of His Holiness Pope Tawadros II

• Paschal Message 2024 of His Eminence Metropolitan Serapion

St. Basil's Easter 2024 Picnic!

Mark your calanders for the annual Easter Picnic!

Date & Time: Saturday, May 18, 2024 (2:00 PM to 5:00PM)

Location: Carmel Creek Neighborhood Park (Picnic Shelters) - 4260 Carmel Center Rd., San Diego, 92130

Come join us for fellowship, food and fun. The children will have a bounce-house, an easter egg hunt and other fun activities (and the adults will have fun too)! Food is provided! Please RSVP so we have enough for everyone!

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

St. Paul’s the Apostle Retreat (Men only). Click the link above to register!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - Apr 29, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

Glorious Feast of the Resurrection (May 5, 2024 / Baramouda 27, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

This is the day the LORD has made;
We will rejoice and be glad in it.
Save now, I pray, O LORD;
O LORD, I pray, send now prosperity.
God is the LORD,
And He has given us light;

Psalm 118:24 & Psalm 118:25 & Psalm 118:27

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

• Morning Pascha Praises: 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

• Evening Pascha Praises & Spiritual Talk: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

TUESDAY:

• Morning Pascha Praises: 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

• Evening Pascha Praises & Spiritual Talk: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

WEDNESDAY:

• Morning Pascha Praises: 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

• Evening Pascha Praises & Spiritual Talk: 6:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

COVENANT THURSDAY:

• Liturgy & Morning Pascha Praises: 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

• Evening Pascha Praises & Spiritual Talk: 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

GOOD FRIDAY:

• Pascha Praises & Spiritual Talk: 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

• Apocalypse Night (Praises & Reading of Revelations): 11:00 p.m. - 4:00 a.m.

JOYOUS SATURDAY:

• Liturgy: 4:00 a.m. - 6:00 a.m.

• Resurrection Feast Liturgy: 8:00 p.m. - 12:00 a.m.

EASTER SUNDAY:

• Agape Meal (following Resurrection Feast): 12:00 a.m. - 1:00 a.m.

MONDAY:

• Preparation for Baptism Class: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

2024 HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

For the full schedule and some helpful tools, visit StBasil.net/pascha

St. Basil's Easter 2024 Picnic!

Mark your calanders for the annual Easter Picnic!

Date & Time: Saturday, May 18, 2024 (2:00 PM to 5:00PM)

Location: Carmel Creek Neighborhood Park (Picnic Shelters) - 4260 Carmel Center Rd., San Diego, 92130

Come join us for fellowship, food and fun. The children will have a bounce-house, an easter egg hunt and other fun activities (and the adults will have fun too)! Food is provided! Please RSVP so we have enough for everyone!

Congratulations Alex and Merna!

Congratulations to Alex and Merna Girgis for the birth of their daughter: Madeline Alexander Girgis! God bless you always with the joy, peace and assurance of His presence in your family!

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

St. Paul’s the Apostle Retreat (Men only). Click the link above to register!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - Apr 22, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

Entry of our Lord into Jerusalem (Palm Sunday)(April 28, 2024 / Baramouda 20, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

And above all things have fervent love for one another, for “love will cover a multitude of sins.” Be hospitable to one another without grumbling. As each one has received a gift, minister it to one another, as good stewards of the manifold grace of God.

1 Peter 4:8-10

SERVICES THIS WEEK

TUESDAY:

• Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

• Women’s Book Club: 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (On Zoom Only-Click to Join)

WEDNESDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

THURSDAY:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Tasoni Mariana Maximous)

• Lent Bible Study Series: The Cross in the Old Testament

  • The Cross in Exodus and the Desert Wanderings - Fr. Andrew Hanna from St. Mary & St. Verena Church, Yorba Linda

  • 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (On Zoom Only-Click to Join)

FRIDAY:

• Liturgy & Unction of the Sick: 8:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

SATURDAY (Lazarus Saturday):

• Lazarus Saturday Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

• Palm Weaving: 2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. (See Details Below)

• Vespers of Palm Sunday: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY (Palm Sunday):

• Palm Sunday Liturgy & Procession: 7:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

• Funeral Services: 12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.

• Evening Pascha Praises: 5:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (See Holy Week Details Below)

MONDAY:

• Morning Pascha Praises: 11:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

• Evening Pascha Praises: 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Condolences

In the promise of the Resurrection, Mr. Amir Habib, has departed this world to join the triumphant church in the paradise of joy. May the ever-victorious Lord Jesus Christ grant every comfort and assurance to the family. He is the father of Nancy Habib and father-in-law of Joseph Abdelmalek.

• Funeral will be on Saturday, April 27 at 9am at St. Athanasius Coptic Orthodox Church: 17431 Roscoe Blvd., Northridge, CA 91325

• Funeral services will also be live streamed: https://www.sta.church/livestream

• Burial will be at San Fernando Mission Catholic Cemetery: 11160 Stranwood Ave. , Mission Hills, ca 91345

• Meal of Mercy for all guests will be at The Odyssey Restaurant: 15600 Odyssey Dr., Granada Hills, CA 91344

‘Well done, good and faithful servant; you were faithful over a few things, I will make you ruler over many things. Enter into the joy of your lord.’ Matthew 25:21

Palm Weaving

Join us Saturday April 27th for:

• Lazarus Saturday Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

• Palm Weaving: 2:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

  • We will have palm weaving lessons and will decorate the church

  • There will also a live donkey that the children will be able to ride! (120lb. max.)

• Vespers of Palm Sunday: 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

2024 HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE

LENT BIBLE STUDY SERIES - FINAL TALK ON THURSDAY!

The suffering of Christ was a pivotal point in human history. Before His passion, the Old Testament era looked forward to it (even groaned for it) with the hope of Salvation. in the New Testament era of Grace, we look back at it to find inspiration, strength and power! Join us to explore the vivid symbols, types of our Lord’s suffering, the Cross and Resurrection as illustrated in the Old Testament.

Meetings will be from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm every Friday (except for the last meeting on Thursday) from March 18th to April 25th and ONLY on zoom/YouTube. There will be special and amazing guest speakers as well!

Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30 pm

Women’s Book Club!

This lent, we will be reviewing and discussing “When You Fast: The Why and How of Christian Self-Discipline”.

We are meeting on Tuesdays at 8:30 p.m. on Zoom only. That will give us time this week to read the introduction and part I. We will discuss pages 51-77 for April 16th.

The simple format for this meeting will be to share our thoughts together and will not be led with a presentation. So please read and come with some thoughts and parts you like 😊🥰.

If you would like to purchase the book, please click here to order from Amazon.

St. Basil's Easter 2024 Picnic!

Mark your calanders for the annual Easter Picnic!

Date & Time: Saturday, May 18, 2024 (2:00 PM to 5:00PM)

Location: Carmel Creek Neighborhood Park (Picnic Shelters) - 4260 Carmel Center Rd., San Diego, 92130

Come join us for fellowship, food and fun. The children will have a bounce-house, an easter egg hunt and other fun activities! Food is provided! Please RSVP so we have enough for everyone:

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

St. Paul’s the Apostle Retreat (Men only). Click the link above to register!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - Apr 15, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Departure of the Righteous Joachim, The Lord Christ’s Grandfather (April 15, 2024 / Baramouda 7, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Lord, all my desire is before You;
And my sighing is not hidden from You.

Psalm 38:9

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

TUESDAY:

• Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

• Women’s Book Club: 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (On Zoom Only-Click to Join)

WEDNESDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

THURSDAY:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Brother Philip- A monk from a local Catholic Monastery)

FRIDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

• Lent Bible Study Series: The Cross in the Old Testament

  • The Suffering Servant in Isaiah 53 - Fr. Daniel Habib from St. John Chrysostom American Coptic Orthodox Church

  • 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (On Zoom Only-Click to Join)

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

LENT BIBLE STUDY SERIES

The suffering of Christ was a pivotal point in human history. Before His passion, the Old Testament era looked forward to it (even groaned for it) with the hope of Salvation. in the New Testament era of Grace, we look back at it to find inspiration, strength and power! Join us to explore the vivid symbols, types of our Lord’s suffering, the Cross and Resurrection as illustrated in the Old Testament.

Meetings will be from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm every Friday (except for the last meeting on Thursday) from March 18th to April 25th and ONLY on zoom/YouTube. There will be special and amazing guest speakers as well!

Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30 pm

Women’s Book Club!

This lent, we will be reviewing and discussing “When You Fast: The Why and How of Christian Self-Discipline”.

We are meeting on Tuesdays at 8:30 p.m. on Zoom only. That will give us time this week to read the introduction and part I. We will discuss pages 51-77 for April 16th.

The simple format for this meeting will be to share our thoughts together and will not be led with a presentation. So please read and come with some thoughts and parts you like 😊🥰.

If you would like to purchase the book, please click here to order from Amazon.

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

St. Paul’s the Apostle Retreat (Men only). Click the link above to register!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - Apr 8, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Departure of St. Mary of Egypt (April 14, 2024 / Baramouda 6, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Turn at my rebuke; Surely I will pour out my spirit on you; I will make my words known to you.

Proverbs 1:23

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

TUESDAY:

• Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

• Women’s Book Club: 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (On Zoom Only-Click to Join)

WEDNESDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

THURSDAY:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Game Night!)

FRIDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

• Lent Bible Study Series: The Cross in the Old Testament

  • Deliverance of Susanna - 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (On Zoom Only-Click to Join)

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

LENT BIBLE STUDY SERIES

The suffering of Christ was a pivotal point in human history. Before His passion, the Old Testament era looked forward to it (even groaned for it) with the hope of Salvation. in the New Testament era of Grace, we look back at it to find inspiration, strength and power! Join us to explore the vivid symbols, types of our Lord’s suffering, the Cross and Resurrection as illustrated in the Old Testament.

Meetings will be from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm every Friday (except for the last meeting on Thursday) from March 18th to April 25th and ONLY on zoom/YouTube. There will be special and amazing guest speakers as well!

Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30 pm

Women’s Book Club!

This lent, we will be reviewing and discussing “When You Fast: The Why and How of Christian Self-Discipline”.

We are meeting on Tuesdays at 8:30 p.m. on Zoom only. That will give us time this week to read the introduction and part I. Please read through page 57 for April 9th.

The simple format for this meeting will be to share our thoughts together and will not be led with a presentation. So please read and come with some thoughts and parts you like 😊🥰.

If you would like to purchase the book, please click here to order from Amazon.

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

St. Paul’s the Apostle Retreat (Men only). Click the link above to register!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - Apr 1, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Commemoration of the Life giving Annunciation (April 7, 2024 / Baramhat 29, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“This is the message which we have heard from Him and declare to you, that God is light and in Him is no darkness at all. If we say that we have fellowship with Him, and walk in darkness, we lie and do not practice the truth. But if we walk in the light as He is in the light, we have fellowship with one another, and the blood of Jesus Christ His Son cleanses us from all sin.”

1 John 1:5-7

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

TUESDAY:

• Midnight Praise: 7:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

• Women’s Book Club: 8:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. (On Zoom Only-Click to Join)

WEDNESDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

THURSDAY:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Mikel Abdelnour-St. Mary & St. Verena)

FRIDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

• Lent Bible Study Series: Lamentations of Jeremiah (Ch. 3): 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (On Zoom Only-Click to Join)

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. (Feast of the Annunciation)

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

LENT BIBLE STUDY SERIES

The suffering of Christ was a pivotal point in human history. Before His passion, the Old Testament era looked forward to it (even groaned for it) with the hope of Salvation. in the New Testament era of Grace, we look back at it to find inspiration, strength and power! Join us to explore the vivid symbols, types of our Lord’s suffering, the Cross and Resurrection as illustrated in the Old Testament.

Meetings will be from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm every Friday (except for the last meeting on Thursday) from March 18th to April 25th and ONLY on zoom/YouTube. There will be special and amazing guest speakers as well!

Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30 pm

Women’s Book Club!

On Zoom Only-Click to Join at 8:30 p.m.

This lent, we will be reviewing and discussing “When You Fast: The Why and How of Christian Self-Discipline”.

Our first meeting, God willing, will be on Tuesday, April 2nd at 8:30 p.m. on Zoom only. That will give us time this week to read the introduction and part I. Please read pages 7-30.

The simple format for this meeting will be to share our thoughts together and will not led with presentation. So please read and come with some thoughts and parts you like 😊🥰.

We will have some extra copies of the book at Church but if you want it early, please click here to order.

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - March 25, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Departure of Lazarus, the beloved of the Lord (Mar 19, 2024 / Baramhat 17, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“And everyone who competes for the prize is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a perishable crown, but we for an imperishable crown.”

1 Corinthians 9:25

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

WEDNESDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

THURSDAY:

• No College Coptic Club Meeting: Spring Break!

FRIDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.

• Lent Bible Study Series: David and the Cross 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (On Zoom Only-Click to Join)

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

LENT BIBLE STUDY SERIES

The suffering of Christ was a pivotal point in human history. Before His passion, the Old Testament era looked forward to it (even groaned for it) with the hope of Salvation. in the New Testament era of Grace, we look back at it to find inspiration, strength and power! Join us to explore the vivid symbols, types of our Lord’s suffering, the Cross and Resurrection as illustrated in the Old Testament.

Meetings will be from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm every Friday (except for the last meeting on Thursday) from March 18th to April 25th and ONLY on zoom/YouTube. There will be special and amazing guest speakers as well!

Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30 pm

Women’s Book Club! (First Meeting: April 2nd)

This lent, we will be reviewing and discussing “When You Fast: The Why and How of Christian Self-Discipline”.

Our first meeting, God willing, will be on Tuesday, April 2nd at 8:30 p.m. on Zoom only. That will give us time this week to read the introduction and part I. Please read pages 7-30.

The simple format for this meeting will be to share our thoughts together and will not led with presentation. So please read and come with some thoughts and parts you like 😊🥰.

We will have some extra copies of the book at Church but if you want it early, please click here to order.

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - March 18, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration Of the Appearance Of The Glorious Cross (Mar 19, 2024 / Baramhat 10, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“For the message of the cross is foolishness to those who are perishing, but to us who are being saved it is the power of God. For it is written:

‘I will destroy the wisdom of the wise,
And bring to nothing the understanding of the prudent.’”

1 Corinthians 1:18-19

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

TUESDAY:

• Divine Liturgy (FEAST OF THE CROSS): 9:00 a.m. - NOON

WEDNESDAY:

• NO Divine Liturgy:

THURSDAY:

• No College Coptic Club Meeting: Happy Finals!

FRIDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - Noon

• Lent Bible Study Series: The Passion of Christ in the Old Testament

  • See below information (

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

LENT BIBLE STUDY SERIES

The suffering of Christ was a pivotal point in human history. Before His passion, the Old Testament era looked forward to it (even groaned for it) with the hope of Salvation. in the New Testament era of Grace, we look back at it to find inspiration, strength and power! Join us to explore the vivid symbols, types of our Lord’s suffering, the Cross and Resurrection as illustrated in the Old Testament.

Meetings will be from 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm every Friday from March 18th to April 19th and ONLY on zoom/YouTube. There will be special guest speakers as well!

Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - March 11, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Martyrdom of St. Matthias, the apostle (March 17, 2024 / Baramhat 8, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Moreover, when you fast, do not be like the hypocrites, with a sad countenance. For they disfigure their faces that they may appear to men to be fasting. Assuredly, I say to you, they have their reward. But you, when you fast, anoint your head and wash your face, so that you do not appear to men to be fasting, but to your Father who is in the secret place; and your Father who sees in secret will reward you openly.”

Matthew 6:16-18

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

WEDNESDAY:

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

THURSDAY:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Fr. Elijah-St. Mary & St. Athanasius)

FRIDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 10:00 a.m. - Noon

• No Bible Study this week but will resume next week, God willing, with the Lent Series

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

The Journey of Great Lent and Pascha

MARCH 11th marks the beginning of the fast of the Great Lent in our Coptic Orthodox Church. Our Lord identifies fasting as worthy of rewards when practiced properly in spirit (Matt. 6:18).  The Great Lent is a spiritual journey that we take together as a church and that is also a model of the spiritual life.  Any journey has common elements: having a clear destination, mapping out the road to get there, packing provisions, and having a strong resolve to reach the destination and not be distracted along the way. This spiritual journey is no different.  Our destination is the cross and the resurrection of our Lord where we see, accept and abide in God’s indescribable love. Along the road ahead of us, are temptations and trials which may cause us to stumble and fall.  However, our Lord is our companion along this excellent journey, and we overcome with His Fatherly support.  We begin this spiritual journey with a look inwardly, that secret place inside of us where our Lord resides and where we resolve to get to the destination.  In short, our Lord is the Beginning of the Journey, our Support along the way, and the ultimate Destination.

So Lent is also a time for spiritual renewal through prayer, reading, and works of love and forgiveness. God bless this spiritual journey for all of you and your families!

What is fasting?

• It is a spiritual means by which the believers deepen their relationship with God

• It is a means by which the soul can grow in the love of God and gain this spiritual depth by focusing on God who is Spirit and all who approach Him must do so in the spirit and not carnally

• The many church fasts establishes a profound relationship with God and allows us to feel God in our life.

• It is a sacred period of spiritual renewal, which belongs to God and devoted entirety Him

Is Fasting Biblical and did the early church fast?

• Of course!  We see that the prophets of old fasted and so did the apostles.  We are even commanded to fast (Matt 9:15, Acts 10:10, 2 Cor 6:5, Matt 17:21, etc.)

• Our Lord Jesus Christ fasted for us for 40 days (Matt. 4:2-4)

• Communal fasting is also Biblical (Esth. 4, Jon.3, Neh.9: 1, Joel 2: 12-17, Acts 13: 2-3, Acts 27:21, etc.)

• The early church fasted often, and, in many situations, God intervened in wondourous ways when the fast concerned a common issue

How do I fast?

• Though there are general guidelines that apply to everyone, speak to a spiritual father (priest) for specific advice on how to apply this effective spiritual exercise in your life!

Fun Day for the angels

The kiddos that attend the Saturday Youth Camp had a great time during the “Fun Day”events! Thank you to the servants who made it happen!

Checked Out Our Bookstore Lately?

Enter the world of the Early Church Fathers including St. Athanasius, St. Cyril, St. Augustine, and (of course) St. Basil! There are also books from modern authors such as Pope Shenouda III, Fr. Matthew the Poor, Bishop Epiphanius, and Paulos Mar Gregorios, and many more! You will also find books for children as well as some crafts as well. Be sure to stop by!

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - March 4, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

Commemoration of St. Pope Kyrillos VI the Wonderworker (March 9, 2024 / Amshir 30, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

“Take heed that you do not do your charitable deeds before men, to be seen by them. Otherwise you have no reward from your Father in heaven. Therefore, when you do a charitable deed, do not sound a trumpet before you as the hypocrites do in the synagogues and in the streets, that they may have glory from men. Assuredly, I say to you, they have their reward. But when you do a charitable deed, do not let your left hand know what your right hand is doing, that your charitable deed may be in secret; and your Father who sees in secret will Himself reward you openly.

Matthew 6:1-4

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

TUESDAY:

• Women’s Fellowship Night: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. at St. Basil’s Church (see below)

WEDNESDAY:

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

FRIDAY:

• Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Book of Esther) Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

• Midnight Praises 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

Women’s Meeting Event This Tuesday!

In anticipation of St. Pope Kyrillos’ commemoration on March 9th, we will be reflecting about him and the many lessons in his life that are a pattern for us to follow!

• Location: St. Basil’s Church

• Date: March 5, 2024

• Time: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

• Food: Potluck!!! SIGN UP HERE

• Babysitting provided!

Contact Mariana Maximous with questions: 949-291-3546.

Congratulations for our New Members!

Congratulations to Shannon, Andrew, Dayna and Norah for their baptism/anointing! God bless your journey in the Coptic Orthodox Church with all the graces that He makes so readily available to all of us!

St. Cyril of Jerusalem on Baptism

Catechetical Lecture 20 - Fourth Century AD

4. After these things, you were led to the holy pool of Divine Baptism, as Christ was carried from the Cross to the Sepulcher which is before our eyes. And each of you was asked, whether he believed in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, and you made that saving confession, and descended three times into the water, and ascended again; here also hinting by a symbol at the three days burial of Christ. For as our Saviour passed three days and three nights in the heart of the earth, so you also in your first ascent out of the water, represented the first day of Christ in the earth, and by your descent, the night; for as he who is in the night, no longer sees, but he who is in the day, remains in the light, so in the descent, as in the night, you saw nothing, but in ascending again you were as in the day. And at the self-same moment you were both dying and being born; and that Water of salvation was at the same time your grave and your mother. And what Solomon spoke of others will suit you also; for he said, “There is a time to bear and a time to die” Ecclesiastes 3:2; but to you, in the reverse order, there was a time to die and a time to be born; and one and the same time effected both of these, and your birth went hand in hand with your death.

5. O strange and inconceivable thing! We did not really die, we were not really buried, we were not really crucified and raised again; but our imitation was in a figure, and our salvation in reality. Christ was actually crucified, and actually buried, and truly rose again; and all these things He has freely bestowed upon us, that we, sharing His sufferings by imitation, might gain salvation in reality. O surpassing loving-kindness! Christ received nails in His undefiled hands and feet, and suffered anguish; while on me without pain or toil by the fellowship of His suffering He freely bestows salvation.

6. Let no one then suppose that Baptism is merely the grace of remission of sins, or further, that of adoption; as John's was a baptism conferring only remission of sins: whereas we know full well, that as it purges our sins, and ministers to us the gift of the Holy Spirit, so also it is the counterpart of the sufferings of Christ. For this cause Paul just now cried aloud and said, “Or are you ignorant that all we who were baptized into Christ Jesus, were baptized into His death”? We were buried therefore with Him by baptism into His death. These words he spoke to some who were disposed to think that Baptism ministers to us the remission of sins, and adoption, but has not further the fellowship also, by representation, of Christ's true sufferings.

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review the Old Testament Book of Esther!

Read it before the meeting and come with questions, comments or thoughts on this inspiring book!

• Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm

• Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Also, on Zoom for those who can’t make it to church! Click Here to join at 7:30pm

Checked Out Our Bookstore Lately?

Enter the world of the Early Church Fathers including St. Athanasius, St. Cyril, St. Augustine, and (of course) St. Basil! There are also books from modern authors such as Pope Shenouda III, Fr. Matthew the Poor, Bishop Epiphanius, and Paulos Mar Gregorios, and many more! You will also find books for children as well as some crafts as well. Be sure to stop by!

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - February 26, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

Jonah’s Feast (Feb 29, 2024 / Amshir 21, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

But it displeased Jonah exceedingly, and he became angry. So he prayed to the Lord, and said, “Ah, Lord, was not this what I said when I was still in my country? Therefore I fled previously to Tarshish; for I know that You are a gracious and merciful God, slow to anger and abundant in lovingkindness, One who relents from doing harm. Therefore now, O Lord, please take my life from me, for it is better for me to die than to live!” Then the Lord said, “Is it right for you to be angry?”

Jonah 4:1-5

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

• JONAH’S / NINIVITE FAST (Monday - Wednesday)

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

TUESDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 a.m. Jonah’s Fast

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

WEDNESDAY:

• Jonah’s Fast

• No Liturgy

THURSDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 p.m. - 10:00 a.m. Feast of Jonah’s Fast

FRIDAY:

• Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Book of Ezra) Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 pm - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

• Midnight Praises 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

• 3rd - 5th Grade Outing (Bowling!!)

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review the Old Testament Book of Ezra!

Read it before the meeting and come with questions, comments or thoughts on this inspiring book!

• Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm

• Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Also, on Zoom for those who can’t make it to church! Click Here to join at 7:30pm

Women’s Meeting Event!

In anticipation of St. Pope Kyrillos’ commemoration, we will be speaking about him and the many lessons in his life that are a pattern for us to follow! More information to follow via text! Contact Mariana with questions: 949-378-0350.

Checked Out Our Bookstore Lately?

Enter the world of the Early Church Fathers including St. Athanasius, St. Cyril, St. Augustine, and (of course) St. Basil! There are also books from modern authors such as Pope Shenouda III, Fr. Matthew the Poor, Bishop Epiphanius, and Paulos Mar Gregorios, and many more! You will also find books for children as well as some crafts as well. Be sure to stop by!

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE NEWS, EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

Departure of Fr. Raphael Hanna

He served wonderfully at St. Mark’s church in Los Angeles, CA. May the lord repose his soul in the paradise of joy and grant his family, congregations and all of us His heavenly peace and comfort. Funeral for Father Hegumen Raphael Hanna will be on Friday, March 1, 2024: Liturgy will be from 6:30 am to 9:30 am with funeral rites at 10:00 am.

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Please let us know if you have any upcoming important events for us to share with our fellow congregants. Special events are best shared among our family, and we encourage you to share your special news with us. 

Weekly Update - February 19, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

Departure of St. Elizabeth (Feb 24, 2024 / Amshir 16, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Strength and honor are her clothing;
She shall rejoice in time to come.
She opens her mouth with wisdom,
And on her tongue is the law of kindness.

Proverbs 31:25-26

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

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

TUESDAY:

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

WEDNESDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

THURSDAY:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Fr. Jeremiah Awad - St. Mina)

FRIDAY:

• Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Psalm 1) Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm

SATURDAY:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 pm - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

• Midnight Praises 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

MONDAY (February 26, 2024):

• JONAH’S / NINIVITE FAST (Monday - Wednesday)

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

Fun Day for the Junior High and High School Students!

On Saturday, the High School and Junior High School Students went to Knott’s Berry Farm with their servants. The day was full of fun and activities. Most of the students came early for the church the next day too! Many more activities to come!

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review the first of King David’s Psalms. Psalm 1 is also prayed during the Matins prayer at the start of each day to remind the believer of their calling and to place our Lord and His commandments in front of us throughout the day.

Read it before the meeting and come with questions, comments or thoughts on this beautiful Psalm!

• Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm

• Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Also, on Zoom for those who can’t make it to church! Click Here to join at 7:30pm

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

PREPARATION FOR BAPTISM (CATECHISM) CLASSES

Join us on ONLINE on Monday nights at 8:00 PM for Baptism preparation classes. Visit www.stbasil.net/baptism for more information. These classes are open for: 

• Anyone interested in becoming members of the Coptic Orthodox Church, 

• Those recently baptized (within the last few years), or 

• Simply anyone else seeking to better understand the basics of the Christian Faith and History. 

Together, we will review the importance of baptism and its impact, the Sacraments, the inspiring church history, the Orthodox Creed, the Holy Bible, Orthodox Prayer and Spiritual life, and Church traditions.   Reading material will be provided for those who wish to attend.  To register for this class, please contact Fr. Michael at 949-378-0350 or FrMichaelMaximous@gmail.com.

DIOCESE EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

St. Basil’s YouTube Channel

Have you subscribed to St. Basil’s YouTube Channel yet? if not, do so soon! Check out liturgies, important talks and more is to come!

Click Here to Subscribe!

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 - February 12, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Feast of Presenting the Lord Christ in the Temple (Feb 16, 2024 / Amshir 8, 1740)

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

MONDAY:

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

TUESDAY:

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

WEDNESDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

THURSDAY:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Ted Gillabard - St. Marina)

FRIDAY:

• Minor Feast of the Presentation of the Lord Jesus Christ in the Temple - Divine Liturgy: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

• Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (St. Paul’s Epistle to the Galatians)

SATURDAY:

• Junior High and High School Outing to Knott’s Berry Farm! (see details below)

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 pm - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

• Midnight Praises 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

SUNDAY:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review the beautiful and powerful epistle of St. Paul to the Galatians! Read it before the meeting and come with questions and comments (only 6 chapters)!

• Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm

• Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Also, on Zoom for those who can’t make it to church! Click Here to join at 7:30pm

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

Junior High and High School Outing

God willing, the outing will be this Saturday, February 17th, to Knott’s Berry Farm! Be sure to contact your Sunday School Teachers for more information such as the required permission slip, arrival time and carpooling!

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.

DIOCESE EVENTS, TRIPS & PROGRAMS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

St. Basil’s YouTube Channel

Have you subscribed to St. Basil’s YouTube Channel yet? if not, do so soon! Check out liturgies, important talks and more is to come!

Click Here to Subscribe!

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 - February 5, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Departure of the Great Saint Anba Paul, the First Hermit (Feb 10, 2024 / Amshir 2, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

But God has chosen the foolish things of the world to put to shame the wise, and God has chosen the weak things of the world to put to shame the things which are mighty;

1 Corinthians 1:27

SERVICES THIS WEEK

Monday:

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

Tuesday:

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

Wednesday:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Thursday:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Mina Hanna - St. Justina)

Friday:

• Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Book of Baruch-Old Testament Deuterocanonical)

Saturday:

• Junior High and High School Outing (details below)

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 pm - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

• Midnight Praises 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Sunday:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

Congratulations to Paul and Ashley!

Congratulations to Paul and Ashley Weber for the baptism of their son Phoenix (Paul) Weber! God bless your family with the active presence of the Holy Spirit in all of your lives!

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review one of the Deuterocanonical Old Testament Books: Baruch! Read it before the meeting and come with questions and comments (only 5 chapters)! Since it is not included in most Protestant bibles (like the King James or NIV), we will post it on the bible study WhatsApp group. If you’re not part of that group, let Fr. Michael know and he can add you!

• Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm

• Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Also, on Zoom for those who can’t make it to church! Click Here to join at 7:30pm

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

Junior High and High School Outing

The outing will be on Saturday, February 17th, to Knott’s Berry Farm! Be sure to contact your Sunday School Teachers for more information such as the required permission slip, arrival time and carpooling!

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.

DIOCESE EVENTS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

St. Basil’s YouTube Channel

Have you subscribed to St. Basil’s YouTube Channel yet? if not, do so soon! Check out liturgies, important talks and more is to come!

Click Here to Subscribe!

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 - January 29, 2024

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PEACE AND GRACE

The Dormition of Our Lady, the Virgin Mary, the Theotokos (January 30, 2024 / Toba 21, 1740)

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

Monday:

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

Tuesday:

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

Wednesday:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Thursday:

• College Coptic Club Meeting: 7:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. (Fr. Jeremaiah Awad)

Friday:

• Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. (Epistle to the Ephesians)

Saturday:

• Saturday Youth Camp:

  • Elementary School Bible Study & Activities: 5:00 pm - 7:00 p.m.

• Vespers Raising of Incense: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

• Midnight Praises 8:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.

Sunday:

• Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m.

• Agape Meal immediately after the liturgy

• Beginner & Intermediate Hymn Classes: 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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

Congratulations Steven and Sheena!

Congratulations to Steven and Sheena for the baptism of their son, Jeremiah (Basil) Ghabbour! God bless your journey with the Holy Spirit!

St. John Chrysostom

Baptismal Instructions (Pg. 57), Fourth Century:

Let us say again: Blessed be God, who alone does wonderful things (Psalm 72:18), who does all things and transforms them. Before yesterday you were captives, but now you are free and citizens of the Church; now you live in freedom and justice. You are not only free, but also holy; not only holy, but also just; not only just, but also sons; not only sons, but also heirs; not only heirs, but also brothers of Christ; not only brothers of Christ, but also joint heirs; not only joint heirs, but also members; not only members, but also the temple; not only the temple, but also instruments of the Spirit.

Blessed be God, who alone does wonderful things! You have seen how numerous are the gifts of baptism. Although many men think that the only gift it confers is the remission of sins, we have counted its honors to the number  of ten.11 It is on this account that we baptize even infants, although they are sinless, 12 that they may be given the further gifts of sanctification, justice, filial (fatherly) adoption, and inheritance, that they may be brothers and members of Christ, and become dwelling places for the Spirit.

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights (7-8:30pm)

This week, we will review St. Paul’s Epistle to the Ephesians! Read it before the meeting and come with questions and comments!

• Refreshments: 7:00pm - 7:30pm

• Discussion: 7:30pm - 8:30pm

Also, on Zoom for those who can’t make it to church! Click Here to join at 7:30pm

AGAPE MEAL AFTER THE LITURGY! 

Hello St. Basil’s family!  We’re happy to continue our weekly Agape meal, but we can’t do it without your help!  

You can help in the following ways:

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

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

3. Hall clean up following the Agape meal.

Please CLICK HERE to sign up.

We also need help with coffee so please sign up!

God bless your efforts!

Junior High and High School Outing

The outing will be on Saturday, February 7th, to Knott’s Berry Farm! Be sure to contact your Sunday School Teachers for more information such as the permission slip, arrival time and carpooling!

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.

DIOCESE EVENTS

INTERESTED IN MISSIONARY TRIPS?

• Click here for many opportunities!!!

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. It’s a wonderful practice to have a priest visit your home at least once a year. Please reach out to him directly to schedule a visit!

Phone: 949-378-0350

Email: FrMichael@stbasil.net

St. Basil’s YouTube Channel

Have you subscribed to St. Basil’s YouTube Channel yet? if not, do so soon! Check out liturgies, important talks and more is to come!

Click Here to Subscribe!

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.