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Weekly Update - July 8, 2024

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Happy Apostles Fast!

(6/24 - 7/11 - Apostles Feast on 7/12/24)

Apostles Feast (July 12, 2024 / Abib 5, 1740)

QUOTE OF THE WEEK

Then He lifted up His eyes toward His disciples, and said:

“Blessed are you poor,
For yours is the kingdom of God.
21 Blessed are you who hunger now,
For you shall be filled.[a]
Blessed are you who weep now,
For you shall laugh.
22 Blessed are you when men hate you,
And when they exclude you,
And revile you, and cast out your name as evil,
For the Son of Man’s sake.
23 Rejoice in that day and leap for joy!
For indeed your reward is great in heaven,
For in like manner their fathers did to the prophets.

Luke 6:20-23

SERVICES THIS WEEK

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (online)

  • Junior High School Boys Retreat

TUESDAY:

  • Outdoor Fellowship Event: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (SD Air & Space Museum + Lunch)

  • Junior High School Boys Retreat

  • Youth Camp: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (details below)

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

WEDNESDAY:

  • No Liturgy

  • Junior High School Boys Retreat

FRIDAY:

  • Divine Liturgy: 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. (Feast of the Apostles!)

  • Bible Study: 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Psalm 33 (Click Here to join Zoom at 7:30pm)

    • Guest Speaker: Rita Aziz

SATURDAY:

  • Summer Youth Camp: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (details below)

  • 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.

  • Summer Youth Camp and Sunday School: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

MONDAY:

  • Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (online)

Summer Youth Camp (KG - 5th Grade)

Help your children have a fulfilling and spiritually enriching experience this summer! This year, we will use the Diocese prepared material combining Bible Summer Camp with the spiritual competition!

The theme is Fearless Faith: Daniel and the Three Holy Youths’ Bravery in Babylon. Week by week, children will learn about the story of Daniel and his friends—their bravery, their unwavering faith, and the unfolding of God’s perfect plan. In a world where kids face immense pressure to fit in, Daniel's story teaches the importance of staying true to one's faith and identity. Through Daniel's example, children will learn how to stand firm in their Christian values, no matter the challenges they encounter. The curriculum is divided into three comprehension levels: kindergarten to first grade, second to third grade, and fourth to fifth grade.

With learning from the book of Daniel the Prophet, the youth will also learn hymns and have exciting activities. The schedule is below:

  • Tuesday: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

  • Saturday: 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Not this Saturday due to the 4th of July Holiday)

  • Sunday: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. (During Regular Sunday School times)

Outdoor Fellowship Activities (Next One: 7/9/24)

Join us as we enjoy San Diego’s beautiful outdoor natural amenities! All are welcome to attend walks, hikes, parks, and fishing events as outlined below. This is a healthy and fun way to enjoy the picturesque scenery of San Diego’s Ocean beaches, trails and hills! You will not be disappointed!

Next Event at Balboa Park (Contact Jasmine at 909-851-9888 if you’d like to attend)

  • San Diego Air & Space Museum + Lunch at Panama 66

  • Tuesday, July 9, 2024 (10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.)

Schedule below!

St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights

This week, we will review PSALM 34 (or 33 in the Septuagint). This beautiful psalm is full of the joy, fulfillment and encouragement that is found in seeking God. 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!

St. Basil’s Outdoor Fellowship Event! Purchase your tickets now as spots are limited!

Fishing on our own private chartered boat!

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?

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

See this calendar in the original post