Sunday, 11/3

+ E’ Λουκά. 5th Sunday of Luke.

   Orthros 9:00 am, Divine Liturgy 10:00 am.

Sunday School

Hope/Joy & GOYA meeting

Wednesday, 11/6

Panagia’s Little Lambs 10am -11am

Greek School (children & adults) 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Friday, 11/8

+ Σύναξις Ταξιαρχών Μιχαήλ & Γαβριήλ, Synaxis of the Archangels

   Orthros & Divine Liturgy 9:00 am

+ Vespers at St. Nektarios in Covina 7 pm

Sunday, 11/10

+ H’ Λουκά. 8th Sunday of Luke.

   Orthros 9:00 am, Divine Liturgy 10:00 am.

Sunday School

Today we pray for the repose of the souls of the servants of God Departed Philoptochos Sisters & Georgia Karidakis (15 years).  May their memory be eternal.

Sponsored by the Philoptochos & Karidakis family. Thank you.

If you want to sponsor any Sunday’s social hour please contact Voula at 562-494-8929 or via email at: [email protected]

Meet & Greed the Greek Consul Woman: Join us on Sunday, November 3, during coffee time for an informational about various topics, with Ms. Christina Valassopoulou, Greek Consul Woman. A light lunch will be provide. Family & friends are welcome!

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Trinity Christmas Tree: Beginning November 3, 2024, the Trinity Christmas Tree will be in the Narthex with the names of the children and their Christmas wishes. Let us put a smile on a kid’s face by making their Christmas wishes come true.  Last day to bring the gifts is 12/15/2024.

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“Annual Harvest Bake” sale, Sunday, Nov. 10, 2024 after church services. Donations of baked goods are welcome. If you would like to donate, please  contact Lia Kakaris at 562-773-1778 to let her know what you will provide.

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Greek Fire & Hurricane Hellene Food Relief: We are currently selling Greek Market items such as honey, Nescafe, chocolates and oil as a fundraiser to support this effort. If you are interested in purchasing any of those products, come see us on Sunday after Church in the hall.

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The Light the Path will be on Sunday, November 17, 2024. Invitations have been sent and you can make your reservation online at http://www.sfphiloptochos.org.   We are looking forward to seeing you all at the event.

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Christmas Celebration: Join us for an epic night of throwback vibes, cocktails, dinner, and non-stop dancing to the greatest hits of the 80’s on Saturday, Dec. 7, 2024. Whether you’re a member of Philoptochos or not, EVERYONE is welcome to this totally rad event! So grab your friends, get festive with some 80's gear or an ugly sweater, and let’s party like it’s 1985! This is a community event – all ages, all churches, and all party people welcome! RSVP by December 1st – Let’s make this a night to remember!

For tickets and info: Mary Polychrones (714)343-5866, Lia Kakaris (562)773-1778

THIS Sunday November 3rd monthly meeting after communion

GOYA Service Project Saturday November 16th at 10 am in the church hall. We will make thanksgiving food packages for those in need.

Penelope and Chris Kyriazi,

Assumption Long Beach GOYA Advisors 

Join Fr. Christo and learn how to prepare and bake the offering bread “Prosforo” that is used before the Divine Liturgy. Classes will be the following dates: Nov. 15, Dec. 13, Jan. 10, Feb.21 & March 14. Meet in the Betty Reckas kitchen at 10 am

Father Christos will have Orthodox Catechism Class for everyone on the 4th Sunday of every month before Divine Liturgy in the Church from September – March 9:30-10:00 AM. The next class will be on Sunday, November 24, 2024.

Join Fr. Christos every Thursday morning from 11:00am - 12 noon for “Bible Study” starting on November 14. This class is a great opportunity to learn more about the Orthodox Faith and scripture.

Thanksgiving Celebration! Please come and join us in your dressed in your Fall attire because pictures will be taken and shared on our Facebook page. RSVP by no later than November 10^th to Matoula (714) 705-9316 or Voula (562) 494-8929. If you need a ride to the event, indicate so when making your reservations.

Where:  BIG E PIZZA, 3225 PCH Signal Hill, CA 90755

              Between Redond & Obispo

When:   Tuesday, November 12^th at 11:30 am

Save the date: Tuesday, December 31, 2024 for New Year’s Eve Glendi/Party with Food, Live Music, Dancing, Entertainment & Bar!

Ring in 2025 with us at Assumption Church from 8pm to 2am.

RSVP to Christina Karmiris at [email protected] & 714-791-6160

Christmas evergreen wreath and centerpiece sale. We will be taking preorders for beautiful, farm fresh evergreen wreaths and centerpieces for the holidays through Sunday, November 10th. Please stop by our table in the hall to find out all about it and to place your order. Items will be available early December or, for those out of the area, they can be shipped. These wreaths and centerpieces make a lovely gift for family, friends, neighbors, co-workers, employees, and/or clients.  Proceeds to benefit the DOP National charity Waters by Women. Waters by Women brings water filtration devices to those in areas with unsafe drinking water. We appreciate your support! 

Christmas is just around the corner. Supplies are limited. The bookstore has many wonderful items & gifts for your religious needs. The bookstore will be open after Liturgy. During the week, it will be open by APPOINTMENT ONLY. Please contact Zoe Falley at (714) 366-0001 or [email protected]

The Hellenic American Medical and Dental Society of California (HAMDS) is happy to open the application process for their 2024 Scholarships.

If you are, or know someone, of Greek descent who is enrolled in an accredited California Medical or Dental school or is a resident of California enrolled in an accredited Medical or Dental School elsewhere, please share this application.

Any interested applicants, please email [email protected].

If you are new to the community and want to become member in our church please feel free to either take a pledge card from the announcement table in the narthex or go online at www.assumptionlb.org/stewardship.

Metropolis Family Winter Camp 2024

You are invited to join us for our Metropolis Family Winter Camp at St. Nicholas Ranch & Retreat Center, this December 27-30, 2024. With engaging activities for the whole family, lets ascend to the mountains and enjoy the last few days of 2024 together at our beloved St. Nicholas Ranch & Retreat Center! REGISTRATION NOW OPEN:  www.gosfyouth.org/family

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Please note that all the Memorial services will be held on the FIRST and THIRD Sunday of the month. To schedule a memorial, please contact the church office.

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PRAYER REQUEST AND LIGHT A CANDLE: Please visit https://forms.gle/HUgSzNy5s5jTBeWHA and Fr. Christos will be praying the names that you submit during the services and will light candles for you.

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