Weekly Update - August 19, 2024
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HAPPY ST. MARY’S FAST (AUG 7-21)
The Assumption of the Body of the Pure Virgin St. Mary (Aug 22, 2024 / Mesra 16, 1740)
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
Kings’ daughters are among Your honorable women;
At Your right hand stands the queen in gold from Ophir.Psalm 45:9
SERVICES THIS WEEK
MONDAY:
St. Mary Veneration Praises 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
TUESDAY:
St. Mary Veneration Praises 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
WEDNESDAY:
No Divine Liturgy:
St. Mary Veneration Praises 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
THURSDAY:
Divine Liturgy: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM (The Assumption of the Body of the Pure Virgin St. Mary)
Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (online)
FRIDAY:
No Bible Study this week
SATURDAY:
Parenting Seminar: 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (St. Paul American Coptic Orthodox Church-Irvine)
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: 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Outdoor Fellowship: 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (details below)
MONDAY:
Preparation for Baptism (Catechism) Class: 8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. (online)
WONDERFUL VISITS!
Thank you Metropolitan Serapion and Bishop Kyrillos for visiting us this weekend! His Eminence Metropolitan Serapion visited us for vespers and St. Mary Veneration praises. He also gave us a wonderful sermon which is available on youtube! His Grace Bishop Kyrillos visited us on Sunday where he also helped St. Basil to appoint our new church board!
New Church Board!
On Sunday, His Grace Bishop Kyrillos presented the six names for the new board after presenting the names to the congregation which unanimously voted in favor of the list of names! The list was ratified and approved by His Eminence Metropolitan Serapion this week.
The new board is tasked with guiding the financial and administrative responsibilities for the church as well as setting strategic goals such as a new church location. Please support this board with your prayers, recommendations, and help if called upon! God bless them to perform the work of the church board to the Glory of His name!
ASH IBRAHIM
BISHOY SAID
DANIEL GHARBAWY
ERENE HANNA
PETER ABADEER (Secretary)
RICHARD MARCOS (Treasurer)
Congratulations to Madaline Girgis!
Congratulations to Alex and Merna Girgis for the baptism of their daughter, Madaline (Mary Magdaline) Girgis! God bless your family in your journey with Christ!
New Chanters
Congratulations to St. Basil’s new chanters: Michael Botros, Isaac Daniel, Eli Mishriki, and Youssef Naan! Also, congratulations to Philomina Naan and Mia Rafla for receiving the blessing of joining the Ecclesiastical choir! God bless your service to the glory of His name!
Congratulations to Christian and Argie Heyward!
Congratulations to Christian and Argie for the birth of their daughter! God bless your family!
Other Outdoor Fellowship Activities
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!
St. Basil’s Bible Study: Friday Nights
No Bible study this week.
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:
Sign up to bring food (Please refrain from excessive sweets).
Sign up for the coffee cart: set up and clean up the coffee cart on Sunday morning.
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