Sunday, 3/23

+ Γ’ Νηστειών (Σταυροπροσκυνήσεως). Sunday of Holy Cross

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

Sunday School

GOYA Basketball Assumption vs St. George (Home) 2:00 pm

Tusday, 3/25

+ Ευαγγελισμός της Θεοτόκου. Annunciation of the Theotokos

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

Wednesday, 3/26

+ Pre-sanctified Liturgy 6 pm.

Panagia’s Little Lambs 10am - 11am

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

Thursday, 3/27

Bible Study 11am - 12 noon

Friday, 3/28

+ Δ΄Χαιρετισμοί. 4th Salutation to the Theotokos 7:00 pm.

Sunday, 3/30

+ Δ’ Νηστειών (Ιωάννου Κλίμακος). Sunday of St. John Climacus

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

Orthodox Catechism Class 9:30am - 10am

Sunday School

GOYA Basketball Assumption vs St. Basil (Home) 2:00 pm

Our Greek School will be holding its Annual Greek Independence Day Celebration on Sunday, March 23, following church services in the Cultural Center during coffee hour. We invite our parishioners, to stay and enjoy a dessert reception while the students reciting their poems and be proud of their Greek heritage. Pop up shops by vendors. $5 minimum donation.

ΖΗΤΩ Η ΕΛΛΑΣ!

Sponsored by the Greek School. 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]

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GOYA LENTEN RETREAT!

The retreat will be held at the beautiful Pali Retreat Center in the San Bernardino Mountains near Running Springs on April 4-6. It is open to all current 6^th - 12^th graders.

Registration includes: 2 nights lodging, all meals and activities (Zip Line, Archery, etc) beginning Friday evening dinner (meeting at St. George in Downey) to Sunday morning

Note: GOYAns who are participating in GOBL basketball WILL be able to be back for the games on Sunday.

We will be coordinating carpools with parishes as it gets closer. There are 60 spots left! Please register as soon as possible!

Early Registration until March 1: $270

Late Registration March 2- 21: $290

REGISTER HERE: https://forms.gle/HabFJXCd8BCKcdMn9 

PAY HERE: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=E68RF5HFC6UP4

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to reach out to Anna Teodosiadis, [email protected], Fr. Tom Felactu, Fr. Chris Retelas, Fr. Matthew Jouthas or Stacia Counelis ([email protected])

Celebrate Greek Heritage Night on March 25, the National Day of Greece, as the LA Kings take on the New York tangers at 7:30 pm. A portion of proceeds supports Kid "n" Cancer. Don't miss this special night of hockey, culture, and community in partnership with the Greek Consulate. 

For questions or to purchase tickets please contact Adam Cribbs at [email protected]

Lambathes Making & Libation Night. Bring a friend and join us in an evening full of Fun, Sip, Craft and Support Philoptochos Charities on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at 5 pm, Betty Reckas Hall.

$10 Donation to cover materials.

RSVP today by sending your $10 to: Philoptochos-LongBeach.

For Information please contact Lia at 562-773-1778.

Thank you

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Kids "n" Cancer - Sunday, April 27, 2025 at 2pm

Don't forget to REGISTER to attend "Agape, A Celebration of Love" at the beautiful Newport Beach Country Club. Your presence will be a powerful statement of solidarity and support. Visit sfphiloptochos.org RSVP by April 20, 2025.

Yes, I would like to donate to the Philoptochos Kids “n” Cancer Ministry by: 

Venmo @PHILOPTOCHOS-LONGBEACH

or Via check payable to: ASSUMPTION PHILOPTOCHOS; Mail to:

7910 E. Garner St., Long Beach, CA 90808

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Easter Baking Goods

Easter is on April 20, 2025, this year, so place your orders early for our tasty Tsourekia and Koulourakia. We do not want to leave anyone without. 

All sales must be pre-ordered and paid. You can pick up your orders on Friday afternoon April 11, Saturday of Lazarus, April 12, from 10am to 2pm, and Palm Sunday, April 13, from 10am to 2pm.  If you have any questions, or want to place your order, please send us an email at [email protected] or call 562-773-1778.   

Due to the baking supplies price increases, we will only bake what is ordered. 

We have not increased our prices even though all baking supplies have doubled in cost. 

Tsourekia $15 each

Koulourakia $10 a dozen.

Every year on Saturday of Lazarus, April 12 this year, we have our retreat following church services.

We encourage all the parents to bring their children for a day full of knowledge and activities!

Goyans will help to fold the traditional palm crosses which will be distributed to the congregation on Palm Sunday.

Breakfast will be served.

On Tuesday, April 1, 2025 we will be hosting their Annual Easter Holiday Lunch at 11:30am, at BIG E PIZZA located at 3225 Pacific Coast Highway Signal Hill, CA 90755.

RSVP by no later than March 30th, to Matoula (714) 705-9316 or Voula (562) 494-8929.

Please let us know if you need a ride.

The Greek American Professional Women’s Society (GAPWS) has announced a scholarship award for a female college student of Hellenic heritage in 2025. The Society offers support and mentorship to young women working towards advancing their education and becoming successful members of their communities.

Eligibility Requirements:

Female college student of Hellenic heritage

Resident of California

Full-time undergraduate student at an accredited U.S. college/university

Minimum GPA of 3.00 (on a 4.00 scale)

Deadline: March 31, 2025

Apply Now: www.gapws.org

The Daughters of Penelope will host the Palm Sunday’s luncheon on Sunday, 4/13/25. Adults $35, Kids 12 and under are free. 

Please RSVP by 4/5 to Sofie Batshoun 714-705-9314 or [email protected].

Payments can be sent to Sofie at 11572 Desmond St. Garden Grove, CA 92841

Calling on our youth to participate in the Oratorical Festival! This is a wonderful opportunity to research and prepare a speech from a list of designated topics on our faith. Please contact Elizabeth Syrengelas at [email protected] if interested.

Contact Voula at [email protected] or call 562.494.8929 to request your church year-end tax receipt for 2024.

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.

Easter is not too far away! The bookstore has many wonderful gifts items for your religious needs. It will be open after Liturgy. Come and get your Greek Red Egg Dye now (limited supply). Holy Week hymn books are also available. During the week, it will be open by APPOINTMENT ONLY. We are in need of volunteers. Please contact Zoe Falley at (714) 366-0001 or [email protected].

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.

Father Christos will have Orthodox Catechism Class for everyone on the last Sunday of every month before Divine Liturgy in the Church from September – March 9:30-10:00 AM. Last class will be on Sunday, March 30, 2025.

Please note that no Memorial Services are allowed on Palm Sunday 4/13, Easter Sunday 4/20 & Thomas Sunday 4/27.

Therefore we will have Memorial Service only on Sunday, April 6. 

To schedule a memorial, please contact the church office.

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