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Offer a Candle in Prayer

Each candle lit in the narthex becomes a quiet prayer — for loved ones, for healing, for remembrance, and for the light of Christ to remain present in our lives.

At Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church in Long Beach, candle offerings continue a sacred tradition of prayer and devotion. Whether you are attending services in person or making an offering online, your candle becomes a visible sign of prayer within the life of the Church.

Choose Your Candle Offering

You may reserve a candle online and pick it up in person during church services or in the narthex. Candles may also be purchased in person before and during services.

Pascha Offering

Pascha Candle

Offer a Pascha candle in celebration of the Resurrection and for your personal intentions.

Suggested donation: $10 each
Offer a Pascha Candle

A 3% service charge will be applied to online transactions.

Prayer Offering

Narthex Candle

Light a candle in the narthex as a symbol of prayer for yourself, a loved one, or someone in need.

Freewill donation
Offer a Narthex Candle

May your offering be received as a prayer before the Lord.

Weeklong Prayer

7-Day Candle

Offer a 7-day candle that remains lit throughout the week for ongoing prayer and remembrance.

Suggested donation: $10 per candle
Offer a 7-Day Candle

A 3% service charge will be applied to online transactions.

How It Works

  1. Select the candle offering you would like to make.
  2. Complete your donation securely online.
  3. Pick up your candle in the narthex during church services.
  4. Light your candle in prayer, remembrance, thanksgiving, or devotion.

Why Candle Offerings Matter

In the Orthodox Christian tradition, the candle reminds us of Christ, the Light of the world. Each candle represents a prayer lifted up before God — for the living, for the departed, for healing, for guidance, and for peace.

Your offering also helps support the ongoing life of our parish. Candle donations assist with the cost of candles while helping maintain the church, support ministries, and continue the worship and service of our community.

Thank You for Your Prayers and Support

We are grateful for every candle offered, every prayer lifted, and every gift that helps support Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary Greek Orthodox Church in Long Beach.

The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is a parish of the Metropolis of San Francisco of the Greek Orthodox Archdiocese of America.
For more information on the Metropolis of San Francisco, visit their official website
Sunday Services
Matins – 9:00 A.M.
Divine Liturgy – 10:00 A.M.
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5761 E. Colorado Street Long Beach, CA 90814
(562) 494-8929