Melkite Ladies League

05/30/2026

Happy Birthday Fr. Dimitri Saliba 🙏

05/30/2026

05/28/2026

Feast of the Divine Body
May 30

In this Feast we honor our Lord Jesus Christ in the Eucharist and his giving us his Body and Blood for the remission of our sins and eternal life.

Christ, having loved his own, loved them until the end and gave them his Body and his Blood as food and drink. Therefore, let us offer them our own adoration and say with fear: Glory to your presence, O Christ! Glory to your compassion! Glory to your Condescension, for you alone are the lover of Mankind!

Blessed Feast to all 🙏

05/28/2026

Everyone is welcome! Join the tournament or just to watch, we look forward to seeing you there.

05/25/2026

Monday, May 25, 2026

Today we remember and honor those who paid the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
Wishing you all a safe and happy Memorial Day.

05/25/2026

Let's Have Fun Together at the St. Anne Social Club Annual Picnic!

LOCATION
Lake Balboa Park
6300 Balboa Blvd, Encino, CA
PAVILION #1

DATE AND TIME
July 11, 2026, 9:00am to 7:00pm

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The Social Club will offer hamburgers, hot dogs, soft drinks, games & activities.

We ask each family bring either an appetizer or a dessert plate good for 10 people to share.

For your comfort, BYOC… bring your own foldable chairs or picnic blankets.

Follow the map shown below to reach our picnic spot -PAVILION #1

05/25/2026

FIVE IMPORTANT THINGS THE CATHOLICS SHOULD KNOW ABOUT THE PENTECOST

Pentecost Sunday is one of the most important celebrations in Christianity, observed fifty days after Easter Sunday. It commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the Apostles and the Blessed Virgin Mary through what Scripture describes as “tongues of fire.”

1️⃣ The Descent of the Holy Spirit

According to the Bible in Acts of the Apostles 2:1–4, while the disciples were gathered together, they heard a strong rushing wind and saw tongues of fire resting upon each of them. They were filled with the Holy Spirit and began speaking in different languages, enabling them to proclaim the Gospel to people of many nations.

2️⃣ The “Birthday” of the Church

Pentecost is often called the “birthday of the Church” because it marks the official beginning of the Apostles’ mission to spread Christianity throughout the world. From this moment, the once fearful disciples became courageous witnesses of Christ.

3️⃣ The Origin of the Word “Pentecost”

The word “Pentecost” comes from the Greek word pentekoste, meaning “fiftieth day.” It is connected to the ancient Jewish feast known as Shavuot or the Feast of Weeks, which was celebrated fifty days after Passover.

4️⃣ Its Meaning in the Church Today

Pentecost signals the conclusion of the Easter season and the Church’s return to Ordinary Time in the Catholic liturgical calendar. It reminds Christians that the Holy Spirit continues to guide, strengthen, and renew the Church today.

5️⃣ The Liturgical Color: Red

The liturgical color for Pentecost is red. Priests wear red vestments during Mass as a symbol of the fire of the Holy Spirit, as well as the zeal, love, and courage given to believers.

✝️ Pentecost Sunday is a powerful reminder that the Holy Spirit remains alive and active in the Church. Just as the Apostles were transformed on that day, Christians today are also called to live boldly in faith, share the Gospel, and allow the Holy Spirit to guide their lives.

05/21/2026

May 21
Today we commemorate

The holy emperor Constantine and his mother Helen, equal to the apostles. Constantine reigned in ancient Rome and in Byzantium (which became New Rome), and was the first Christian emperor, champion of the Faith. Though he was not baptized until on his deathbed, he considered himself a Christian, and called the First Ecumenical Council at Nicea in 325 to settle the A***n heresy. (337) On the Via Labicana in old Rome, Helen, the mother of Constantine the emperor is remembered. She single-mindedly worked to help the needy and piously visited churches, mingling with the crowds. Having made a pilgrimage to Jerusalem to see the places of the Nativity, Passion, and Resurrection of Christ, she honored the manger and cross of the Lord by building basilicas worthy of respect. (327)