Sunday, 11/17

+ Θ’ Λουκά. 9th Sunday of Luke.

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

Sunday School

Light the Path, Newport Beach 2pm

Wednesday, 11/20

Panagia’s Little Lambs 10am -11am

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

Thursday, 11/21

+ Τα Εισόδια της Θεοτόκου. The Entrance of the Theotokos into the Temple

    Orthros 9am, Divine Liturgy 10am

Bible Study 11am - 12noon

Sunday, 11/24

+ ΙΓ’ Λουκά. 13th Sunday of Luke.

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

Sunday School

Orthodox Catechism Class 9:30am - 10am 

Today we pray for the repose of the souls of the servants of God Savvas Zamvakellis (5 years) & Dorothea Brizolis (20 years).  May their memory be eternal.

Sponsored by the Zamvakellis 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]

You are all invited to come and enjoy the Community BBQ Friendsgiving on Saturday, 11/23 at 4pm. Bring a side dish to share.

Our ministry “Christmas Movie” night planned on Thursday, December 5 at 5pm. The event will take place in the church hall. For more info please contact Sia Christopoulos at (562) 394-6604 [email protected]

Calling all GOYAns in Southern California!

Join us for a Christmas movie night featuring Home Alone on Friday December 13th at 6 pm outside in our church plateia. 

Tell your friends from other churches to come, all kids 6th-12th grade are welcome.

Bring something comfortable to sit on outside. We’ll have pizza and movie night snacks.

Penelope and Chris Kyriazi,

Assumption Long Beach GOYA Advisors 

Trinity Christmas Tree: The Trinity Christmas Tree is 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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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

Diakonia Project: We are thrilled to announce that we are partnering with the Assumption Philoptochos, Crossroads, and For the Child organizations for this year's Diakonia project to help spread holiday cheer to children in need. With your help, we can make this season brighter for many young lives. Please consider joining us in this effort by donating to one of the organizations.

Please see the attached flyer for information on supporting one of these charities. We also welcome physical toy and gift card donations in the Church Hall through December 8th. If you have any questions, please reach out to Julie at [email protected]

Links to select and purchase toys For the Child:

WALMART:  https://www.walmart.com/registry/ER/34805ba3-3249-406d-b240-e360c7285318

AMAZON: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/PBZ87G9NVBTV?ref=gr_search_page_result

Thank you in advance for your generosity and kindness. 

Assumption Greek Dance Advisory Committee 

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: 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 at "Taso Papas" Board room (second floor) for “Bible Study”. This class is a great opportunity to learn more about the Orthodox Faith and scripture.

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 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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