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Bulletin of Sunday, August 9, 2026
11th Sunday After Pentecost
The Unforgiving Servant

Fourth Day of Celebration of the Transfiguration; commemoration of the Holy Apostle Matthias.
Matthias, one of the Seventy Disciples, was chosen to be one of the Twelve Apostles to replace Judas.

Scripture Memory

“If we have sown spiritual seed for you, is it a great thing that we reap a material harvest from you?” (1 Cor 9:2-12).

“His master summoned him and said to him, ‘You wicked servant! I forgave you your entire debt because you begged me to. Should you not have had pity on your fellow servant, as I had pity on you?’” (Matt 18:32-33).

We celebrate Sunday’s Divine Liturgy for

The repose of the souls of:

Most Reverend Bishop Joseph Jules Zerey (July 8, 2026)
Archdeacon Tony Shehata

(June 30, 2026)

Alice Georges Estephan (July 31, 2026)
Zaid Fakhri Smeirat (July 24, 2026)
Farid Ghassan Durr (July 14, 2026)
Elie Ghawi (July 13, 2026)
Ekhlas Naffa (July 5, 2026)
Raad Nesheiwat (June 19, 2026)
Ikbal (Koki) Choueiri (October 11, 2024)
Danny Lutfi (September 25, 2024)

Ibrahim Doura (August 8, 2012)

The health, safety & blessings of:
Fr. Alexei Woltornist

For all the volunteers who support Holy Cross Church.
For peace in Palestine, Lebanon, Syria, Egypt, Jordan, Sudan, Iraq, and all the troubled regions around the world.
For vocations to the priesthood, monastic life, and lay parish ministries.

Dear Parishioners,
Peace and blessings to you.

We are grateful for your continued support and cooperation in helping our parish office and facilities serve everyone efficiently. We kindly ask for your attention to the following reminders:

Bulletin Memorials/Commemorations: If you would like to have a loved one commemorated in the parish bulletin, please submit the name no later than Thursday each week. This allows us enough time to prepare the bulletin for publication.

Office Refrigerator: The small refrigerator in the parish kitchen is reserved for office use only. Please do not store personal food or beverages in it. Any items left inside that do not belong to the office may be discarded during routine cleaning.

Office Hours and Communication: The parish office is open Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00p.m. and 1:00p.m. to 4:00p.m. We kindly ask that phone calls and text messages be made during these hours whenever possible. Messages outside of office hours should be reserved for emergencies only.

Your understanding and cooperation help us maintain an organized and welcoming parish environment for all. Thank you for respecting these guidelines and for your continued support of our parish community.

May God bless you and your families.

Sincerely,
Father Edmond Bakhache

Register to vote on August 30^th

https://holycrossmelkitecatholic.flocknote.com/signup/262848

- You need to be an active registered parishioner at Holy Cross

-You need to be at least 18 yrs of age or older

-Both men and women parishioners can register to vote

Registration closes on Monday, August 24

OLS Ladies Sign up for office:

https://holycrossmelkitecatholic.flocknote.com/signup/267929

- Need to be an active member in the OLS for at least 2 years

-Need to have paid the membership fee of $20

-Need to be registered and paid by Monday, August 24th

Sunday Readings

August 9, 2026

1 Cor 9:2-12
Matt 18:23-35

Income

Thank you for your ongoing generous donations:

Sunday, August 2, 2026
Sunday Contribution: $1,687

Building Fund: $390

Expenses

July 2026
Church: $18,282.53
Rectory: $947.69

Total July Expenses: $19,230.22

Total: - $1,586.22

You can sign up online at

giving.parishsoft.com/giving/FD-1088

For Donor Support contact ParishSOFT

donorsupport@parishsoft.com or call #866-930-4774 option 6

You can also Donate with PayPal

PayPal.Me/holycrossmelkite

We are grateful for your generous support as we continue to build a healthy spiritual future for you, your family, and our Church community.

Saint Peter reminds us: “As each has received a gift, employ it for one another, as good stewards of God's varied grace” (1 Peter 4:10).

THE DIVINE LITURGY

Sunday

11:00 a.m. Divine Liturgy

THE HOLY MYSTERIES

MYSTERIES OF CHRISTIAN INITIATION:

The three Mysteries of Baptism, Chrismation and Holy Eucharist are always celebrated together in one ceremony. One month notice is required and one baptismal preparation meeting is required with the priest.

MYSTERY OF HOLY CROWNING:

Six month notice, an initial meeting with the priest, marriage preparation sessions, and a wedding license are required.

You must be an active member of the parish.

MYSTERY OF HOLY CONFESSION:

By Appointment

MYSTERY OF HOLY ANOINTING:

Available for anyone who is ill.

PLEASE NOTE: There is no charge for the celebration of the Sacramental Mysteries, however, it is appropriate to offer a gift of thanksgiving.

We suggest an offering of $200 for Baptisms; $500 for Weddings; $400 for Funerals; and $200 for a Memorial Service

Holy Cross Melkite Catholic Church

451 West Madison Avenue, Placentia, CA 92870-4537

Telephone: (714) 985-1710