Leviticus 19:1–2, 11–18

Yahweh spoke to Moses and said:

Speak to the whole community of Israelites and say: “Be holy, for I, Yahweh your God, am holy. …..

Join us for a memorable Memorial Day weekend of fun, food and heritage as we celebrate our 22nd Annual Lebanese Festival on the beautiful grounds of St. Ephrem Maronite Catholic Church.

Come experience the distinct flavors of authentic Lebanese cuisine in the heart of San Diego.

May Is the Month of Mary: A Time to Draw Closer to Our Blessed Mother

By Abigail James May 1, 2026

As spring unfolds in beauty and renewal, the Church invites the faithful into a deeply personal and spiritual tradition: honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary throughout the month of May. For centuries, Catholics around the world have set aside these days to deepen their love for the Mother of God, seeking her intercession and reflecting on her unique role in salvation history.

Location:  Marriott Marquis – San Diego, Marina
Sponsored by:  NAM – National Apostolate of Maronites
Hosted by:  St. Ephrem Church

Al Nour Maana Interview

Come be part of a group where you can grow in faith, build friendships, and have fun through activities, retreats, and service.

Ages 12 – 18   –  All are welcome!

“Let your light shine before others.” Said our Lord.

Tele Lumiere and Noursat, like many other institutions in Lebanon and the Middle East, is suffering tremendously and in danger of shutting down if it is not supported.

Very few parishes in the USA, of all Middle Eastern traditions, are supporting it. True there are millions living in poverty in the Middle East and we need to help them, but there are more millions living in darkness and need the message of hope and salvation. It is our responsibility to evangelize them.

We urge you in Christ’s name to help support Noursat. Here are few brotherly suggestions:

Talk about Noursat’s role of evangelization in the Middle East.
Announce this weekend the two-days Telethon. Share on your social media the attached video and flier about the Telethon.
Include in your weekly/monthly bulletin the attached flier about supporting Noursat.

God entrusted Noursat into our hands, let us unite our hands and hearts to keep it shinning.

With prayers and thanksgiving.
Chorbishop sharbel Maroun
President of Noursat, USA