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St. James is a Syriac Orthodox Church located in Sunland, California.

11/03/2026

✝️ **Renewal of the Church — A Call to Renew Our Hearts**

**Sunday, November 8, 2026 • Holy Liturgy at 11:00 A.M.**
**St. James of Sarug Syriac Orthodox Church**

**Beloved brothers and sisters in Christ,**

This Sunday, we celebrate the **Renewal of the Church**, a beautiful invitation to renew our own hearts and our relationship with our Lord Jesus Christ.

The Church is more than a building: we are God’s people, called to become a living temple of His presence. As we gather for the Holy Liturgy, let us ask ourselves: Are we growing in faith? Are we forgiving one another? Are we making room for Christ in our daily lives?

**“Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.” — Psalm 51:10**

Our Lord desires hearts cleansed through repentance, filled with love, and guided by the Holy Spirit. Jesus teaches us about new birth through water and the Spirit (John 3:5). Having received new life in Holy Baptism, we are called to live that grace every day—turning away from sin and allowing Christ to renew our thoughts, words, and actions.

**“If any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new.” — 2 Corinthians 5:17**

**We warmly invite our children, youth, parents, and elders to come and participate prayerfully in the Holy Liturgy.** Young people, bring your hopes and questions to Christ. Parents, help your children grow close to Him through your example. Elders, strengthen our parish through your prayers, wisdom, and faithful presence. Every generation has a precious place in the family of God.

In this Sunday’s Gospel, Jesus calls us to take up our cross daily and follow Him (Luke 9:23). Let us answer that call together—with repentance, prayer, forgiveness, and love.

**Come with your family. Invite a friend. Let this Sunday mark a renewed commitment to walk with Christ.**

May our Lord renew His Church, purify our hearts, and make our parish a home of faith, peace, and love. Amen.

With love and prayers,
**V. Rev. Fr. John Kouki**

11/03/2026

Support St. James Youth — Pizza Lunch Fundraiser!

“Let no one despise your youth, but be an example to the believers.”
— 1 Timothy 4:12

Dear beloved parishioners, brothers, sisters, and friends,

The Youth of St. James of Sarug Syriac Orthodox Church invite you to join us for the Holy Liturgy on Sunday, November 8, 2026, followed by a delicious pizza lunch fundraiser supporting our youth’s spiritual and social activities.

🍕 Come and enjoy delicious pizza from the Fresh Pizza on the Wheel food truck!

Our heartfelt thanks to our dear brother Victor Grayr for generously donating the pizza and supporting our church youth. May our Lord bless him and his family and reward his kindness and generosity.

Your presence and support encourage our young people to grow in faith, fellowship, and service, bringing our church family together as one body in Christ.

Join us as we pray, share a delicious meal, and enjoy fellowship as one St. James family. May God bless you all!

11/02/2026

The Sanctification of the Church

11/01/2026

The Sanctification of the Church
أحد تقديس الكنيسة

10/29/2026

⏰ Time Change Reminder

St. James of Sarug Syriac Orthodox Church

Dear parishioners and friends,

Daylight saving time ends on Sunday, November 1, 2026. Please remember to set your clocks BACK ONE HOUR before going to bed on Saturday, October 31.

May God bless you and your families!

The official change occurs at 2:00 a.m., when clocks return to 1:00 a.m.

10/28/2026

**Dear St. James Parishioners and Friends,**

This Christmas season, let us share Christ’s love with families in need by supporting our **St. James Youth Food Drive**.

Please donate **non-perishable foods**, such as canned vegetables, beans, soup, tuna, rice, and pasta. Every donation, large or small, can help put food on a family’s table and bring hope to their home.

Our Lord Jesus Christ reminds us: **“For I was hungry and you gave Me food.” — Matthew 25:35**

📍 **Drop-off:** St. James Church, 10614 Leolang Ave
📅 Collection: From next Sunday through December.

Let us encourage our youth by joining them in this loving service. Bring your donations when you come to church, and invite your family and friends to participate.

**May God bless your generosity and all the families we serve together!**

10/28/2026

✝️ **Invitation to a Spiritual Lecture**
**Understanding the Divine Liturgy**

**St. James of Sarug Syriac Orthodox Church** warmly invites you to a spiritual lecture exploring the meaning of the Divine Liturgy, its symbols, and the depth of its prayers, helping us participate with greater understanding and reverence.

📅 **Friday, November 6, 2026**
🕖 **7:00 PM**
📍 **St. James Syriac Orthodox Church**

All parishioners and friends are welcome to join us for this enriching evening as we grow together in faith and love for our Holy Church.

**Your presence brings us joy, and your participation is a blessing.**

May God bless you and your families.

✝️ **دعوة إلى محاضرة روحية**
**شرح وتفسير القداس الإلهي**

تدعوكم **كنيسة القديس مار يعقوب السروجي للسريان الأرثوذكس** لحضور محاضرة روحية نتعرّف من خلالها على معاني القداس الإلهي، ورموزه، وعمق صلواته، لنشارك فيه بفهمٍ أعمق وخشوعٍ أكبر.

📅 **الجمعة، ٦ تشرين الثاني ٢٠٢٦**
🕖 **الساعة السابعة مساءً**
📍 **كنيسة مار يعقوب السروجي**

ندعو جميع أبناء الرعية والأصدقاء للحضور والاستفادة من هذا اللقاء الروحي، لننمو معًا في الإيمان ومحبة كنيستنا المقدسة.

**حضوركم يفرحنا، ومشاركتكم بركة لنا جميعًا.**
بارك الرب حياتكم وعائلاتكم.

10/27/2026

🎄 **St. James Christmas Lunch** 🎄

The Ladies Auxiliary of **St. James Syriac Orthodox Church** warmly invites all parishioners and friends to our **Christmas Lunch on Sunday, December 13, 2026, following the Holy Liturgy, in the Church Hall.**

Join us as we gather before Christmas to celebrate the joy of Christ’s birth with love and fellowship as one St. James family.

🎅 **Santa will also be joining us to bring joy to our children!**

Your presence and support mean so much to our Ladies Auxiliary and our church. We look forward to celebrating together!

**May God bless you and your families!**

10/27/2026

St. James Syriac Orthodox Church
Sanctification of the Church
أحد تقديس الكنيسة
We warmly invite you and your families to join us for the Holy Liturgy on Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 11:00 A.M.
On this blessed Sunday, which marks the beginning of our Syriac Orthodox liturgical year, we celebrate the Sanctification of the Church. We remember that the Church is the holy dwelling place of God and the community of believers united in Jesus Christ. This feast calls each of us to renew our faith, purify our hearts through repentance, and dedicate our lives to God.
Scripture Readings:
Hebrews 8:1–10 presents Jesus Christ as our heavenly High Priest and the mediator of a better covenant. God promises to place His laws in our minds and write them upon our hearts, inviting us into a living relationship with Him.
Matthew 16:13–20 proclaims Peter’s confession of faith: “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” Jesus declares that He will build His Church and that the gates of Hades shall not prevail against it. This passage reminds us to stand firmly in our faith and trust in Christ, who sustains His Church.
Let us gather as one parish family to worship, receive the blessings of the Holy Liturgy, and ask the Lord to sanctify our hearts and homes. May this new church year be filled with prayer, love, unity, and faithful service.
Everyone is welcome in God’s House!
Bring your family and invite your friends to pray with us.
10614 Leolang Ave, Sunland, CA 91040 See less

10/26/2026

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

We kindly ask everyone who has decided to join our Egypt trip, individually or with family, to send us a copy of their passport and submit the initial deposit so we can confirm all reservations and arrangements in Egypt.

A few spaces are still available for those who have not yet booked. Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity! Join us for a memorable journey filled with prayer, fellowship, joy, and the discovery of Egypt’s rich heritage.

You may find trips at lower prices, but price alone does not reflect the quality of the experience or what is included. Those who have traveled with us know the care we give to every detail, offering a journey that brings together spiritual enrichment, fellowship, sightseeing, culture, and recreation.

We are not the only choice, but we always strive to offer you the best!

We look forward to creating beautiful memories together. May God bless you and your families!

الإخوة الأعزاء والأخوات العزيزات،

نرجو من جميع الذين قرّروا الانضمام إلينا في رحلة مصر، أفرادًا وعائلات، إرسال صورة عن جواز السفر وتسديد الدفعة الأولى، لنتمكّن من تثبيت الحجوزات واستكمال الترتيبات في مصر.

وللذين لم يحجزوا بعد، لا تزال بعض الأماكن متاحة، فلا تدعوا هذه الفرصة تفوتكم! يسعدنا أن تنضمّوا إلينا لنعيش معًا أيامًا جميلة تجمع الصلاة والمحبة والفرح واكتشاف حضارة مصر العريقة.

قد تجدون رحلات بأسعار أقل، لكنّ السعر وحده لا يعكس جودة الرحلة وما تتضمّنه من خدمات وبرامج. والذين سافروا معنا سابقًا يعرفون مقدار العناية التي نوليها لكلّ التفاصيل، لتكون رحلاتنا غنيّة بالجوانب الروحية والاجتماعية والسياحية والثقافية والترفيهية.

لسنا الوحيدين، لكننا نسعى دائمًا لنقدّم لكم الأفضل!

بانتظاركم لنصنع معًا ذكريات جميلة لا تُنسى. بارك الرب حياتكم وعائلاتكم.

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10614 Leolang Avenue
Los Angeles, CA
91040

Opening Hours

11am - 1pm

Telephone

+18189517333

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