 Diocesan church, school and institution employees invited to
benefit information sessions Clergy and lay employees of churches, schools and institutions of the Diocese of Los Angeles should have received open enrollment packets from the Episcopal Church Medical Trust. Online open enrollment for medical plans for 2014 starts Thursday, Oct. 31 and ends Nov. 21. The Bishop's Office invites all benefit-eligible employees to attend one of several member education sessions sponsored by the Medical Trust on Nov. 4 5 and 6. Employees will learn about the details of medical and dental plans being offered before enrolling online. Hear the expert's presentation and ask questions. Learn how to compare the benefit plans, co-pays, doctor visits, deductibles and out-of-pocket maximum cost. A schedule of sessions is below; more information about health plan options is here. To register for member education session, contact Anilin Collado at humanresources@ladiocese.org. Please provide full name and the date and location of the session. For information, contact Collado at 213.482.2040, ext. 250, or humanresources@ladiocese.org.
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November 4 (Monday)
10 am - 12 noon
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St. George's Church
950 Spruce Street, Riverside 92507
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November 4 (Monday)
3 pm - 5 pm
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Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
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November 5 (Tuesday)
10 am - 12 noon
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St. Paul's Church
3209 Loma Vista Road, Ventura 93003
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November 6 (Wednesday)
10 am - 12 noon
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St. James the Great Church
3209 Via Lido, Newport Beach
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 Announcing second annual pilgrimage, study trip to Cuernavaca Twelve student-pilgrims from the Diocese of Los Angeles will reside at the Diocesan Center in Cuernavaca, Mexico, from Jan. 18 to Feb. 1, 2014 to learn Spanish at the Instituto de Español de la Iglesia Anglicana de México (IDIAM), "engage with the religious culture of Mexico, and continue to build relationships with our sisters and brothers in the Diocese of Cuernavaca," says Bishop Suffragan Mary Glasspool, who will accompany the group. Bishop Enrique Treviño Cruz of Cuernavaca has approved the schedule, which includes Spanish-language classes (grammar and conversation) on weekdays, field trips on weekends, and visits to the missions of the diocese on Sundays. The cost of the entire pilgrimage (including airfare) is $1,750 per person. "This year, we are thrilled to announce that scholarship help is available as the result of a very generous donation made by one of last year's pilgrims," says Glasspool. Space is limited to 12 people. For information, contact Glasspool at mdgsuffragan@ladiocese.org.  Episcopal Church 'State of Racism' forum planned for live webcast Nov. 15 The Episcopal Church and the Diocese of Mississippi will bring together a distinguished expert panelists for the Nov. 15 forum "Fifty Years Later: The State of Racism in America," a 90-minute forum to be held at St. Andrew's Episcopal Cathedral in Jackson, Miss., beginning at 11 a.m. Pacific time, and webcast live on the Episcopal Church website. Moderator will be journalist and PBS commentator Ray Suarez (pictured). Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori will give the keynote address. Questions for the panelists will be accepted prior or during the forum, and may be emailed to Neva Rae Fox, Public Affairs Officer, at PublicAffairs@episcoplchurch.org. For complete information, click here.
Reminder: Time change is Sunday, Nov. 3
Don't be an hour early to All Saints Sunday services on Nov. 3; turn your clocks one hour back on Saturday night to change from daylight savings time to standard time.
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 Diocesan Convention ...
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Youth volunteer training meeting set
Deanery assemblies continue
Diocesan Convention will be held on Friday and Saturday, Dec. 6 - 7 at the Ontario Convention Center. The convention will continue the theme "Seeds of Hope: Serving Together in Abundant Vineyards," introduced at last year's meeting.
Convention youth volunteer training set for Nov. 16 Generations of young people of the diocese have discovered the workings of the church by participating in the official youth presence at the annual meeting of Diocesan Convention . The Program Group on Youth and Young Adult Ministries invites young people in high school (grades 9 - 12) to volunteer at the convention. The youth fulfill a number of essential roles, including security at the doors, staffing the microphones, distributing and collecting ballots, and generally keeping the meeting running. As they do so, they meet bishops, clergy and lay leaders, work with young people from all over the diocese and learn how they can begin to take their own places in the wider church. Young people who will take part in convention must attend a training meeting on Saturday, November 16, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul, 840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026. The training is mandatory for youth who are volunteering at convention. Transportation help is available for those living at a distance from the Cathedral Center. A $75 charge for each youth volunteer helps to cover the cost of hotel rooms for Friday night and meals and snacks during the convention. Limited scholarship assistance is available. Youth volunteers will be supervised and chaperoned throughout the convention. For complete information, instructions and rules about expected behavior and attire, as well as registration forms, click here. For information, contact Shawn Evelyn, program group chair, at shawnevelyn@gmail.com or Chris Tumilty, diocesan youth ministry coordinator, at ctumilty@ladiocese.org or 213.482.2040, ext. 211. Deanery Assemblies Pre-convention deanery assemblies continue with the Deanery 9/Deanery 10 meeting Nov 2 at St. James the Great Church, Newport Beach. A bishop and/or a member of the diocesan staff will attend each gathering to present information about the 2014 proposed budget. Attendees will also have opportunities to discuss three resolutions, several proposed changes to the constitution and canons of the diocese, and other matters to come before convention. Parochial clergy and delegates should attend one of the meetings, and all other interested church members are invited to attend. Coming dates and locations are: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 9 a.m. - 12 noon
St. James the Great Church
3209 Via Lido, Newport Beach 92663-3905
Information: 949.675.0210
Diocesan staff member: Ted Forbath, chief financial officer
Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 9 a.m. - 12 noonDeanery 1 St. Columba's Church 1251 Las Posas Road, Camarillo 93010-3001 Information: 805.482.8831 Diocesan staff member: Canon David Tumilty, executive for operations SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 10 a.m.
Deanery 3 and Deanery 4 St. James' Church
3903 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles 90010-3301
Information: 213.388.3417
Diocesan staff member: Canon Larry Sawyer, treasurer
Bishop Mary D. Glasspool SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 10:30 a.m.Deanery 2 St. Michael and All Angels Church 3646 Coldwater Canyon Avenue, Studio City 91604-4062 Information: 818.763.9193 Diocesan staff member: Ted Forbath, chief financial officer A luncheon will follow the meeting. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 10 a.m.
Deanery 7 Trinity Church
419 South Fourth Street, Redlands 92373-5952
Information: 909.793.2014
Diocesan staff member: Canon David Tumilty
Bishop Mary D. Glasspool SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 4 p.m.Deanery 5 and Deanery 6 St. John's Church 4745 Wheeler Avenue, La Verne 91750-1960 Information: 909.596.1321 Diocesan staff member: Ted Forbath, chief financial officer
Convention Dinner
This year's convention will again include a Friday night dinner, featuring elegant entrees: choose from Santa Maria BBQ tri-tip, grilled salmon filet, Greek cheese potato cake (vegetarian) or lobster macaroni & cheese. Dinner will also include a house salad and cappuccino cake. (Diabetic-friendly, gluten-free and other special-needs dinners are available upon request; see the reservation form.) Tickets are now available, and should be ordered as soon as possible. An order form with complete menu choices and all other information is here.Convention forms and detailed information, including a list of deadlines and a deanery assembly schedule, may be found on the convention web page. For further information, contact Janet Wylie at 213.482.2040, ext. 276, or by email at jwylie@ladiocese.org.
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Just Action ...
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Just Action:
Community Safety Forums
In this week's Just Action video, Bishop Jon Bruno hosts a five part series on community safety, including presentations from U.S. Congresswoman Lois Capps, L.A County Sheriff Lee Baca, Orange County Sheriff Linda Hutchens and more.
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Trinity, Orange, team wins
Canterbury Cup golf tournament   A team from Trinity Church, Orange, won the Canterbury Cup golf tournament on Oct. 12 at Rancho San Joaquin golf course. The event benefits Episcopal ministry on the campus of the University of California at Irvine. More than 65 golfers competed in the tournament, which featured contests and prizes, including an embroidered golf cap for each of the team captains (at right). The winning foursome -- Frank Simpson, Frankie Simpson, Sachi Hamada and Doug Omeris -- is pictured above with Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce (at left). The players will defend their title in next fall's Canterbury Cup.
Santa Clarita parishioner honored
Malcolm Blue of St. Stephen's Church, Santa Clarita, was honored recently with the Roosevelt Award as man of the year by the Los Angeles Democratic Party for the 38th Assembly District, by a proclamation from the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors for his efforts to help the neediest citizens of the county. Blue's many charitable activities include leading St. Stephen's monthly HIV/AIDS luncheon at USC Medical Center.
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 Session to teach strategies for working with 'behaviorally challenging' children Trinity Church, Orange, invites Sunday school teachers, youth group volunteers, parents and anyone else who deals with children to "Helping the Behaviorally Challenging Child: Teaching Children and Adolescents with Difficult-to-Manage Behaviors," a learning session on collaborative problem solving, led by Debra Ann Afarian (pictured) on Saturday, Nov. 9, 10 a.m. - 12 noon. There is no charge, but treats are welcome. Debra Ann Afarian, of United Cerebral Palsy-OC, is an educator, certified THINK:KIDS Mentor, and specialist in dealing with children who are behaviorally challenged and challenging. She will give insights into the neuroscience of children and adolescents with behavioral challenges and share best practices techniques that help teach challenging children to avoid meltdowns and diminish disruptive behaviors. For information, contact Mimi Grant at 714.245.1425 or mimi@abl.org. Trinity Church is located at 2400 N. Canal Street, Orange.
All Saints, Pasadena, to host two book events
 Anne Lamott
Vroman's Bookstore and All Saints Church, Pasadena, will present Anne Lamott speaking about her latest book, Stitches: A Handbook on Meaning, Hope, & Repair, a followup to her New York Times-bestseller Help, Thanks, Wow, on Monday, Nov. 4, at 7 p.m. in the church. In her new book, Lamott "explores how we find meaning and peace in these loud and frantic times." This is a ticketed Vroman's event ($17.95 per person; includes a copy of Stitches); call 626.449.5320 or click here for ticket information.
 Doris Kearns Goodwin
LiveTalks LA and All Saints church present Doris Kearns Goodwin, speaking about her latest book, The BullyPulpit: Theodore Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, and the Golden Age of Journalism, on Wednesday, Nov. 6, at 7:30 p.m. at All Saints Church. Kearns Goodwin is also the author of several other historical books, includingTeam of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln. Part of the book was adapted by Tony Kushner into the screenplay for Steven Spielberg's 2012 film Lincoln. Kearns also has written books about Lyndon Johnson, the Kennedys and the Fitzgeralds, and other prominent historical figures. For more information and tickets click here.
All Saints Church is located at 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101.
 Sacred music, rituals at interfaith event will respond to violence
against women and girls The Guibord Center will host A Faithful Response to Violence Against Women and Girls, an interfaith healing event involving sacred song, dance and rituals of purification and resoration, on Saturday, Nov. 16 at 7 p.m. at the ProCathedral of St. John in Los Angeles. ""A Faithful Response to Violence Against Women and Girls" will challenge the religious justification for the denigration of women and replace it with the hope and dignity that lie at the heart of all spiritual traditions," according to a Guibord Center release. The event will feature the music of Swing Brazil, and be followed by a reception. All events at The Guibord Center are free and open to the public; donations are gratefully accepted. For more information and reservations, click here. The ProCathedral is located at 614 West Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007.
 Bishop Spong will be guest on radio program 'Inside Out' John Shelby Spong, retired bishop of the Diocese of Newark, a biblical scholar and best-selling authorwill discuss his latest book, The Fourth Gospel: Tales of a Jewish Mystic, with author and spiritual teacher Beth Green on her Internet radio show "Inside Out" on Tuesday, November 5, at 3 p.m. In The Fourth Gospel, Spong "reinterprets and reframes the story of Jesus to eliminate many beliefs Spong believes have been used to justify prejudice and hate," according to a release from "Inside Out." For more about the program and how to call in questions, click here.
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This week around the diocese ...
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Through SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 16
The Brass Rubbing Medieval Arts Center
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
525 E. Seventh Street, Long Beach 90813
Information/Reservations: 562.436.4047 or brass.rubbing.lb@gmail.com
Facsimile grave markers of bygone nobles and royals await visitors, who may create unusual artworks by laying paper over the brass plates and rubbing metallic-color wax sticks over them to capture the embossed images on more than 100 plates representing not only English nobility, but also Mayan, Celtic, Chinese and Indonesian symbols, as well as Hispanic Day of the Dead traditions. Docents will be on hand to bring old tales to life. Cost for materials is $5 and up. During its run, the center will offer traditional English teas, complete with sweets and savories, for groups, at $24 per adult and $14 per child/student. (Advance reservations are required.) Public hours are Thursday to Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Groups may schedule sessions Wednesday to Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Groups of eight or more can be accommodated on Sundays from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.
NOVEMBER 1 - 17
Christmas Tree Presale
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
1050 E. Altadena Drive, Altadena 91001
Information: 626.798.8858
Trees may be pre-purchased online or in person at St. Mark's Church Nov. 1 - 17; pickup or delivery (local, with a small additional donation) will be December 7, 8 - 11 a.m. Available trees include Douglas firs (5 to 9 foot), Noble Firs (4 to 10 foot) and Grand Firs (5 to 10 foot). They are cut fresh and delivered to St. Mark's two days later. "They are fragrant, fresh and full," according to a release from the congregation. "We always delight in the quality and appearance of the trees. These are not your corner lot trees that sit for weeks after cutting before they reach your home." The tree sale proceeds benefit the Pasadena Bad Weather Shelter sponsored by Friends in Deed of Pasadena. Trees may also be purchased for donation to a local family through the Pasadena Police PAL program. Representatives from St. Mark's are available to visit congregations during Sunday services on November 3, 10 and 17 to take orders in person; contact Tom Horner at tom@catalinaislandcamps.com to make arrangements.
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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Women's retreat: 'Pearls in the Making'
St. John's Episcopal Church 4745 Wheeler Avenue, La Verne 91750 Registration/Information: 909.973.6012 or CaraMinistries@hotmail.com CARA Ministries ("Come Apart & Rest Awhile") invites women of the diocese to look into their own beauty, honesty, integrity and wisdom as women of faith in "Pearls in the Making," a retreat on Saturday, Nov. 2, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal Church, . Registration fee (nonrefundable) is $50 and includes lunch. Limited scholarships are available.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 7:30 p.m.
Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead): Love and Celebration
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Melissa Hayes, 626.583.2725
or mhayes@allsaints-pas.org.
A festive and colorful celebration in participants will honor loved ones as they were when they were alive. Bring photographs, garments, flowers, favorite foods, stories, or other reminders of your loved ones, to be gathered together, along with memories, in thanksgiving and prayer. The Rev. Zelda Kennedy will officiate. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 7 p.m.Book event: Anne Lamott
All Saints Episcopal Church 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101 Information/Tickets: 626.449.5320 or here Presented by Vroman's Bookstore and All Saints Church. Author Anne Lamott speaking about her latest book, Stitches: A Handbook on Meaning, Hope, & Repair, a followup to her New York Times-bestseller Help, Thanks, Wow, on Monday. In her new book, Lamott "explores how we find meaning and peace in these loud and frantic times." This is a ticketed Vroman's event ($17.95 per person; includes a copy of Stitches). TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 7 - 9 p.m.
'Versed' - Mary: Belief at the birth
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information/Registration: Chris Tumilty, 213.482.2040 or ctumilty@ladiocese.org
Led by Bishop Bruce. Young adults of the diocese (ages 21 - 39) are invited to join Bishop J. Jon Bruno and Bishops Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce and Mary Glasspool for an extraordinary series of programs exploring the human nature of people in the Bible, sponsored by the Program Group on Youth and Young Adult Ministry. Tuesday evenings beginning October 8 and continuing through Nov. 12. Each program will begin with dinner and continue with a discussion with the bishop.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 7:30 p.m.
LiveTalks LA presents Doris Kearns Goodwin
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Goodwin will speak about her latest book, The Bully Pulpit: Theodore Roosevelt, William Howard Taft, and the Golden Age of Journalism.
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 7 p.m.
A Conversation with Author Joshua Dubois
ProCathedral of St. John
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007
Reservations here
Hosted by the Guibord Center. Joshua DuBois, author of The President's Devotional, in conversation with the Rev. Gwynne Guibord. A reception and book signing will follow; books will be available for purchase. DuBois, a member of Barack Obama's staff during his 2008 campaign for president, recognized the wear and tear of the campaign on his boss and asked the then-senator if he could e-mail a devotional to him each day. When Obama responded positively, DuBois prepared a message for Obama to read first thing every morning -- short snippets of scripture, inspirational stories, quotes, and prayers to provide counsel, encouragement, and inspiration. The President's Devotional is a collection of the best of these messages, meant to offer encouragement and daily inspiration for an entire year.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 5 p.m.
2,200 miles on the Appalachian Trail
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
10925 Valley Home Avenue, Whittier
Information: 562.947.0394.
Daniel McCarley, 24, pursued a dream this year by spending six months hiking the 2,200-mile Appalachian Trail from Georgia to Maine. In addition to a narrative and photos, McCarley will answer questions, and also will display some of the gear he used on his journey. The public is invited to this program and potluck supper.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 6 p.m.
Documentary screening: 'Love Free or Die'
St. Francis' Episcopal Church
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates
Information: Darryl Tillman at hugdarryl@mac.com or Scott Crowell at ScottC4746@aol.com or the church office, 310.375.4617
This documentary follows Bishop Gene Robinson, the first openly gay man to be elected a bishop in the Episcopal Church -- "from small-town churches in New Hampshire's North Country to Washington's Lincoln Memorial to London's Lambeth Palace as he calls for all to stand for equality - inspiring bishops, priests and ordinary folk to come out from the shadows and change history." Hosted by the LGBT Group of St. Francis' Church. A potluck dinner begins at 6 p.m., followed by the screening.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 7 - 9 p.m.
'Versed' - Heaven and Hell: sin and redemption
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information/Registration: Chris Tumilty, 213.482.2040 or ctumilty@ladiocese.org
Led by Bishop Bruno. Young adults of the diocese (ages 21 - 39) are invited to join Bishop J. Jon Bruno and Bishops Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce and Mary Glasspool for an extraordinary series of programs exploring the human nature of people in the Bible, sponsored by the Program Group on Youth and Young Adult Ministry. Tuesday evenings beginning October 8 and continuing through Nov. 12. Each program will begin with dinner and continue with a discussion with the bishop.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 6 - 9 p.m.
'Holy Night': A festive fundraiser for Prism
Episcopal Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel
Information/Tickets: 213.482.2040, ext. 256, or dgibbs@ladiocese.org
Prism Restorative Justice is a diocesan ministry that provides chaplains and other services for the incarcerated in county jails and patients in county hospitals. 'Holy Night' will feature a concert by Los Angeles Philharmonic violinist Vijay Gupta and "Street Symphony," a group of activist musicians who deliver live classical music to disenfranchised communities in Los Angeles. The event will also include dinner and a silent auction. Tickets are $75 per person, and all proceeds benefit Prism's ministries.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 7:30 p.m.
Documentary: 'Not All Dreams Have Been Dreamed'
Episcopal Church of the Messiah
614 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana 92701
Information: 714.543.9389.
Presented by the Peace & Justice Film Series. 'Not All Dreams Have Been Dreamed' (No todos los sueños han sido soñados," by María José Álvarez and Marta Clarissa Hernández is a 42-minute documentary on girls forced to work for a living in Nicaragua. "The personalities are vividly presented and captivating. Aside from illustrating conditions in the second-poorest country of the western hemisphere, it is an eloquent evocation of the Nicaraguan landscape and texture of life." Other videos on Nicaragua will also be screened.
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 5 - 9 p.m.
La Dolce Vita and Taize Worship
St. Barnabas' Episcopal Church
2109 Chickasaw Avenue, Los Angeles 90041
Information: 323.254.7569
Evenings of art, music, play and food, ending with Taize worship, held on the first Friday of each month (except July and August). SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 5 p.m.Bluegrass Mass
St. Mark's Episcopal Church 1020 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale 91202 This casual service of Holy Eucharist will feature music from American folk, gospel, and bluegrass traditions. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 5:30 p.m.Soul Break
St. George's Episcopal Church & Academy 23802 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills, 92653 Take a Soul Break of worship and meditative musice with N2K duo Fr. Norm Freeman (vibraphone) and Katherine Cash (violin). Service is free and all are welcome to attend. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 6 p.m.Día de Los Muertos / All Souls Day Requiem Eucharist
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church 100 North Third Avenue, Covina 91723 Bilingual Mass/Misa Bilingüe for All Souls Day. A flyer is here. Holy Trinity also welcomes all to its Halloween costume party following the service, with games and prizes and lots of fun. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 6 p.m.
All Souls Lantern Festival
St. George's Episcopal Church
808 Foothill Blvd, La Cañada Flintridge 91011
Information: Deacon Anthony Keller, 818.790.3323 or office@SaintGLC.org
Participants are encouraged to bring pictures of loved ones, friends, and family to be placed next to illuminated lanterns, and to write names of the deceased on the lanterns. The service itself merges traditions from the East and West: the Celtic ritual of Samhain (changing of the season) with the Japanese Obon Festival, which traditionally culminates in "Toro Nagashi" (floating lanterns). Since the remembrance of the departed is observed in all cultures, this ecumenical service has been designed to speak to all peoples from many traditions. It is open to all. An incorrect location was given for this event in last week's Update. The News regrets the error.SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 7 p.m.All Souls Service
Episcopal Church of the Messiah 614 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana 92701 Gather shortly before 7 p.m. in the parish hall to place pictures of your loved ones, candles, and special memorabilia on the special altar before the Day of the Dead Service begins. All are warmly welcomed to honor loved ones who have passed away. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 7:30 p.m.Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead): Love and Celebration
All Saints Episcopal Church 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101 Information: Melissa Hayes, 626.583.2725 or mhayes@allsaints-pas.org. A festive and colorful celebration in participants will honor loved ones as they were when they were alive. Bring photographs, garments, flowers, favorite foods, stories, or other reminders of your loved ones, to be gathered together, along with memories, in thanksgiving and prayer. The Rev. Zelda Kennedy will officiate. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 3:30 p.m.
Vivacious Viola & Piano Concert
Trinity Episcopal Church
1500 State Street, Santa Barbara
Information: 805.687.0189 or 965.7419
Rachel White Galvin, viola, and Bridget Hough-Meynenc, piano, perform music by Schubert, Rebecca Clarke, Tchaikovsky, Dvorak, Chopin, Rachmaninoff and Sibelius. There is no charge.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 4:30 p.m.
All Saints Sunday Memorial Concert
Church of Our Saviour
535 West Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626.282.5147
Music of the Christian and Jewish traditions, featuring guest cantor Aviva Rosenbloom, choir, organ and instruments. A free-will offering will be taken, and a reception will follow the concert.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 5 p.m.
Choral Evensong
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
All Saints' Choir and Parish Choir perform John Tavener's "A Song for Athene," Craig Phillips'
Preces & Responses (Roswell), Roland E. Martin's
Magnificat and Nunc dimittis (St. Paul's) and "The Altar." Pip Clarke, violin. A wine and cheese reception will follow the service. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 6 p.m.Choral Evensong
St. Bede's Episcopal Church 3590 Grand View Blvd., Los Angeles 90066 Information: 310.391.5522. In his first visit to a Westside congregation, Guy Erwin, newly consecrated bishop of the SW California Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, will be the officiant and homilist. Before his election, Erwin was the interim pastor at St. Andrew's Lutheran Church and a professor of Church History at California Lutheran University. The service will feature the "Downing Service" by Bob Chilcott, and also music by Stanford, Wesley & Turner. The service, sponsored by the Friends of Music at St. Bede, will be followed by a light reception. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 7:30 p.m.Choral Evensong for All Saints Sunday
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church 24901 Orchard Village Road, Santa ClaritaInformation: 661.259.7307 One of the great (and oldest) worship traditions of the Anglican/Episcopal Church, Evensong is a service completely chanted and sung. Incense is also traditionally used at this service. Bishop Suffragan Mary Glasspool of the Diocese of Los Angeles will be the officiant, and St. Stephen's Choirs and "Bell Ringers" will participate. A reception will follow the service in St. Stephen's Spurling Hall. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 8 p.m.All Souls Day Compline
St. Alban's Episcopal Church 580 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles 90024 Information: 310.208.6516 A wonderful meditative service in our beautiful chancel surrounded by the warmth of candlelight, glorious music and friends. Please bring a tangible item to remember your recently departed saint (a picture, a favorite book or jewelry, etc.).
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 10 - 11 a.m.
Centering Prayer
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
1014 E. Altadena Drive, Altadena
Information: 626.798.6747
St. Mark's offers Centering Prayer most Monday mornings.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 7 p.m.
Centering Prayer
St. James' Episcopal Church
1325 Monterey Road, South Pasadena
Information: 626.799.9194
The centering prayer group meets each Monday evening, except holidays. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 8 p.m.Ken Cowan, organ, in recital
St. Mark's Episcopal Church 1020 North Brand Boulevard, Glendale 91202 Information: 818.240.3860 Praised for his dazzling artistry, impeccable technique and imaginative programming by audiences and critics alike, Ken Cowan maintains a rigorous performing schedule that takes him to major concert venues in America, Canada, Europe, and Asia. Cowan is associate professor and head of the organ program at Rice University's Shepherd School of Music in Houston, Texas. Free admission; open to the public. Produced by the Los Angeles Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 6:15 p.m.
Centering Prayer
The Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626-282-5147
No previous experience is necessary. Centering Prayer group meets every Tuesday in St. Luke's Chapel.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 7 p.m.
Staged Reading: Murder in the Cathedral
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Debbie Daniels, 626.583.2750
or ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org
Boston Court's co-artistic director, Jessica Kubzansky, will direct a staged reading of Nobel laureate T.S. Eliot's drama in verse. Eliot's best-known drama is based on the assassination of Thomas Becket, a 12th century Archbishop of Canterbury. Don't miss the truly extraordinary opportunity to experience this iconic drama with All Saints Church as the stage and set.
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 7 p.m.
Celtic Contemporary Prayer
St. Columba's Episcopal Church
1251 Las Posas Road, Camarillo
Information: 805.482.8831
Are you looking for an alternative to the stress and busyness of life? Come and be a part of this Contemplative Prayer experience, inspired by services from the Iona and Taizé Communities (spoken word and prayer, meditative song, silence).
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 8 p.m. Robert Edward Thies Plays Shostakovich
St. Matthew's Episcopal Church
1031 Bienveneda Avenue, Pacific Palisades 90272
Information: 310.573.7422 or music-info@stmatthews.com Prokofiev Competition winner Robert Thies and the Chamber Orchestra will present Dmitri Shostakovich's Second Piano Concerto. The concert concludes with Haydn's final symphony, the London (No. 104). The Music Guild welcomes a new outreach partner, the Chamber Orchestra of Paul Revere Middle School. They will join us for a performance of John O'Reilly's Autumn Sketches. Tickets: $35. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 4 p.m.
Missa Resurrexit Premiere
St. George's Episcopal Church
23802 Ave de la Carlota, Laguna Hills 92653
Information: 949.837.4530
A new composition for mixed choir, soprano, tenor and baritone soloists, piano and strings by by Rich Cook and Katherine Cash, performed by a 50-voice choir and string orchestra. Missa Resurrexit is comprised of nine movements blending neoclassical, romantic and renaissance styles with a modern approach.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 4:30 p.m.
Solemn Evensong
St. James' Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3015
Performed by the Choir of St. James', James Buonemani, director. There is no charge.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 5 p.m.
Contemplative Evening Eucharist
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Melissa Hayes, 626.583.2725 or mhayes@allsaints-pas.org
Enjoy music, silence and the beauty of the church's architecture. Open yourself to the blessings of joy, healing and peace. Coventry Choir offers music of Bruce Babcock and Jonathan Adams. Child care is available.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 5 p.m.
Evensong in honor of veterans
Church of the Ascension
25 East Laurel Avenue, Sierra Madre 91024
Information: 626.355.1133
An Evensong to honor those men and women who've served in the U.S. armed forces. Sung by Ascension's choir, led by Debora Huffman, director of music and organist, this traditional Anglican service of meditation, prayer, and song will feature music written primarily by American composers, including: "Choral Fanfare for a Patriotic Occasion" by Mark Schweizer; Preces and Responses and "Phos Hilaron" by Robert Lehmann; Magnificat and Nunc Dimittus by Robert J. Powell; "Blessed Is the Nation" by Allen Orton Gibbs; "O Lord, Support Us" by Carlton T. Russell; and "I Vow to Thee, My Country" by Gustav Holst, arranged by James Kirkby. A reception will follow the service.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 6 p.m.
Organ Recital: Szymon Grab, organ
St. James' Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3015
There is no charge. The recital will be preceded by Evensong at 4:30 (see listing above).
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 10 - 11 a.m.
Centering Prayer
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
1014 E. Altadena Drive, Altadena
Information: 626.798.6747
St. Mark's offers Centering Prayer most Monday mornings at 10 a.m.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 7 p.m.
Centering Prayer
St. James' Episcopal Church
1325 Monterey Road, South Pasadena
Information: 626.799.9194
The centering prayer group meets each Monday evening, except holidays.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 6:15 p.m.
Centering Prayer
The Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626-282-5147
No previous experience is necessary. Centering Prayer group meets every Tuesday in St. Luke's Chapel.
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'Violets have broken the rocks': Underground faith
by Malcolm Boyd
Our approaches to spirituality and theologies are not meant to be fenced-in, barbed-wired, rigidly controlled or tightly enclosed. God is free; so are we. The entire life of Jesus Christ points to inclusivity again and again; embracing the outcast, offering love to one who had been denied it, and placing people above laws. Our task is to be accepting of the yearning for spiritual meaning that is felt in today's world of disruption and agony.
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TRAVEL & PILGRIMAGE
Pilgrimage: The Holy Land
February 13 - 24, 2014
Led by the Rev. Judy Turberg of the Diocese of Arizona. Cost is $3,250, which includes roundtrip airfare from Phoenix to Tel Aviv, accommodations for 10 nights, breakfast, lunch and dinner each day, transportation in a deluxe coach, guiding fees, all entrance fees mentioned in the itinerary, guest speakers, porterage at all hotels, tips for bus driver, restaurant and hotel staff, and farewell dinner. Contact: judy.turberg@gmail.com. More information is here.
Pilgrimage: The Holy Lands
May 20 - June 2, 2014
Sponsored by All Saints by-the-Sea Church; led by Karen Telleen-Lawton, Canon Iyad Qumri and the Rev. Bob Honeychurch. Anyone of any faith who would like to experience Palestine and Israel is welcome to take part in this religious experience. For information, contact Telleen-Lawton at
k.telleenlawton@alumni.stanford.edu.
Pilgrimage: Spain in the Age of Faith
June 16 - 28, 2014. St. Edmund's Church, San Marino, invites you on the most enjoyable 13-day tour of southern Spain ever. Visits to Madrid, Avila, Segovia,Seville,Cadiz, Cordoba, Granada, Toledo and more -- including Spain's most glorious art. For a brochure contact cssmythe@charter.net with your name and address.
Pilgrimage:The Best of France
October 31 - November 12, 2014
Led by the Rt. Rev. J. Jon Bruno and Mary Bruno, and the Rev. Canon James Newman. Stops include Nice, Carcassonne, Limoges, the Loire Valley, Brittany, Normandy, Rouen, Chartres and Paris. The cost from Los Angeles is $4081 ($3,399 + $682 in taxes & airline fuel surcharges). More information here. A brochure may be downloaded here.
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EMPLOYMENT
HAWTHORNE: Pianist. St. George's Church. One Sunday morning service plus choir practice before service - 3 hours per week, 8:30-11:30 a.m. on Sunday mornings. Contact: vicar.dina@gmail.com
LONG BEACH: Taizé Music Coordinator
St. Luke's Episcopal Church seeks once-a-month music coordinator for 10 year Taizé ministry. Familiarity with Taizé music preferable but not critical; however, interest in meditative styles of prayer and music is essential. Desired candidate would have music skills in piano or other instrument, and leading singers/musicians. For more information contact Katie at the church office: 562.436.4047.
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TO HAVE AND HAVE NOT
Preschool furniture and toys:
Holy Trinity Church, Covina, has preschool tables, chairs, toys, etc. for sale. For information, call the church office at 626.967.3939 Tuesday thru Friday between 8 a.m. and 12 noon, or email to holytrinitycovina@yahoo.com.
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