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NYA scholarship winners
Some 30 young people from the Venice - Mar Vista area of Los Angeles celebrated winning scholarships at Neighborhood Youth Association's annual scholarship and community service awards dinner on March 7. Each of the award recipients has achieved an outstanding record in high school and college with the help of NYA's "Personal Best" program. NYA, founded as an Episcopal mission in 1899, remains an institution of the Diocese of Los Angeles. Through rigorous after-school academic tutoring and enrichment programs, it serves at-risk youth from young childhood through high school. Almost without exception its graduates go on to college and professional careers. This year, NYA also honored its robotics volunteers for their service to the agency and Google, the online information and service company, as an outstanding community partner.
 'Requiem or Renaissance?' Join a discussion on the future of the Episcopal Church Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce, the Rev. Barry Taylor, the Rev. Jimmy Bartz and the Creative Ministries group of the Diocese of Los Angeles invites members of the diocesan community to "Requiem or Renaissance? Conversations on the Future of the Episcopal Church" on Saturday, March 29, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Holy Spirit Fellowship in Silver Lake (Los Angeles). The questions to be addressed include: Are we at the end of a golden era in terms of both church and culture and all we are essentially doing is holding a requiem for a time gone by? Or are we in the midst of a renaissance? Bishop Bruce writes: "With amazing things happening that are going to change the way we see and live in the world, a time of incredible opportunity as well as challenge, a time in which how we think about church, how we do church and what church even means can be called into question and re-framed for a new era that is emerging all around us." Light snacks will be provided. Because of space restrictions, the conversation is limited to 50 participants, and reservations must be made in advance here. Holy Spirit is located at 3711 Evans Street, Los Angeles 90027.
 IRIS offers free citizenship
legal services Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service (IRIS), a program of the Diocese of Los Angeles, is a member of the National New Americans Campaign, a groundbreaking national network of legal-service providers, faith-based organizations, businesses, foundations and community leaders that is paving a better road to citizenship. As part of this network, IRIS for a limited time is waiving its normal fee and offering citizenship services for free. According to IRIS director Meghan Tumilty, this is also a good time to apply because U.S. Citizenship and Immigration service recently released a new N400 Application for Naturalization form that is twice and long as the old version -- and time is running out to apply for citizenship using the older, simpler version N400. In addion, she notes, new Americans generally see a boost in earnings of 8 to 11 percent. In addition, those who achieve citizenship in the next month will be able to register to vote in the Fall of 2014 for governor and congress members. To get started, call IRIS for an appointment at 323.667.0489, ext. 112 or 213.819.1890 (Spanish), or stop by the IRIS office, located at 3621 Brunswick Avenue Los Angeles 90039, during office hours (8 a.m. - 5 p.m.). IRIS can also send agents to those who are unable to reach the office: call Tumilty at 323.661.8588 for more information. Fee waivers for USCIS filing fee are available for low-income applicants.
 Joan Chittister, Robert Wright to lead stewardship conference in Atlanta Webcast will feature highlights of meeting, themed 'Walking the Way'
TENS, The Episcopal Network for Stewardship, has announced its annual stewardship conference, with the theme "Walking the Way," to be held June 6 - 7 at Emory University in Atlanta, Georgia. Keynote presenters will include Sister Joan Chittister, the Rt. Rev. Robert Wright, bishop of the Diocese of Atlanta, and the Rev. Canon Charles La Fond, canon steward at St. John's Episcopal Church in Denver. Karl Travis, senior pastor at First Presbyterian Church in Fort Worth, Texas, known for his work in generational stewardship, will lead the pre-conference, a gathering for diocesan stewardship officers and diocesan stewardship commission members, on Thursday and Friday, June 5 - 6 at the Emory campus. Highlights of the conference will be webcast live and at specific times after the conference: a flyer with full schedule, cost and registration information for the webcast is here; a conference flyer is here. For more information, visit the TENS website.
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REQUIESCANT
 David Gell d. March 2, 2014
David Gell, organist and minister of music at Trinity Church, Santa Barbara, for the past 30 years, died suddenly on Sunday, March 2. He was 70. He is survived by his wife Carolyn. A memorial service will be held at Trinity Church, 1500 State Street, Santa Barbara, on Saturday, March 15 at 2 p.m. Gell was known as an outstanding musician, leader of an active ministry of music outreach to the community, and dean of the Santa Barbara chapter of the American Guild of Organists. He performed in recitals and concerts and gave seminars and clinics in California, Louisiana, Hawaii, Canada, Europe and Japan. He was a founder of the Oratorio Chorale, now known as the Santa Barbara Master Chorale and served as organist and composer for the Santa Barbara Boys Choir. He often gave demonstration performances for children in addition to producing annual "Astonishments!" concerts showcasing young performers. David Gell was born in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and moved to Southern California at 13. He was a graduate of Azusa Pacific University and earned a master of music degree at the University of Hawaii, with further graduate study in music composition at the University of California at Santa Barbara.
 Henry "Hank" Rieger September 20, 1918 - March 5, 2014
Henry "Hank" Rieger, a journalist, television pioneer, public relations executive, editor of Emmy magazine, former president of the Academy of Television Arts & Sciences and Episcopal lay leader, died at his home in Oceanside on March 5. He was 95. In addition to his lifetime of hard work in the news and entertainment industry -- he once said he would want to be remembered as a workaholic -- he was a member of St. Michael & All Angels Church, Studio City, and later All Saints Church, Pasadena, and a longtime member of the diocese's Program Group on Communication, serving for many years as its chair. He led the publicity team for the service of "enthronement" when Robert C. Rusack became the fourth bishop of Los Angeles, and frequently (though quietly) used his industry connections to promote the interests of the church and the diocese. He also was a generous mentor to students during his 20 years as an adjunct faculty member at USC. He retired to the San Diego area in the late 1990s with his wife Deborah A. Hays Rieger, who died in 2013 after 65 years of marriage. Survivors include a sister, a niece and several cousins. A full obituary from the Los Angeles Times is here: an appreciation published by the Hollywood website GoldDerby is here. Plans for memorial services will be announced when they are available.
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 Learn to build healthy soil at gardening workshop in Westchester Holy Nativity Church, Westchester (Los Angeles) will host a gardening class titled "Learn How to Build Rich, Healthy, Alive Garden Soil" on Saturday, March 15, 9 a.m - 11 a.m. The class, offered by Environmental Changemakers, will focus on ways to improve soil with compost, mulch, earthworms, legumes, microbiota, and more. Copies of the booklet "Secrets of Soil Building" will be available for purchase. Suggested donation for the class is $10 to $15. For reservations (requested), click here. Holy Nativity Church is located at 6700 W. 83rd, Westchester (Los Angeles) 90045.
 Debris becomes art at Santa Monica photo exhibit
For ninety days in 2012, the Rev. Peter G. Kreitler, Episcopal priest, environmentalist and educator, walked the same quarter mile of Santa Monica beach collecting the daily debris. He took it home where he sorted it into discards, recyclables and the rest, which he cleaned, saved and cataloged. In 2013, fine-arts photographer John Reiff Williams photographed the collection, and the photos will be exhibited as "No Es Basura/This Is Not Trash" at Earth WE Gallery D5, Bergamot Station, 2525 Michigan Avenue, Santa Monica 90404. Receptions with the artists will be held on Tuesday and Wednesday, April 1 and 2, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m., and on Sunday, April 6, 2 - 5 p.m. at the gallery. To attend, contact Kreitler at peterkreitler@gmail.com or 310.230.2200 with the date of attendance and number of guests. The exhibition will continue through May 3.
 Second virtual labyrinth training session scheduled A second Virtual Labyrinth Facilitator training session will be held at Emmanuel Church, Fullerton from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 22. Facilitators learn to walk and lead health care patients in a virtual healing walk; once trained, they would be able to work as staff or volunteers in health care facilities, leading others in a virtual health walk. Learn about VLF here or contact the Rev. Canon Paul Edwards at 714.879.6436 or email to paulnanita@sbcglobal.net. Emmanuel Church is located at 1145 West Valencia Mesa Drive, Fullerton 92833.
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WEDNESDAY, MARCH 12, 6 - 8:30 p.m. (first session)
Lenten Supper Series: 'Forgiving and Forgiveness'
St. Francis Episcopal Church
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates 90274
Information: 310.375.4617
Five Wednesday evenings: March 12, 19, 26 and April 2, 6 - 7 p.m. in the parish hall. The presentations will be led by the Very Rev. John Crean, a retired priest and theologian, and the Rev. Charleen Crean, a deacon and licensed clinical social worker. Dinners will be served beginning at 6 p.m., followed by the one-hour presentations at 7 p.m. and ending with Compline at 8 p.m. A communal service of reconciliation in the St. Francis chapel on Wednesday, April 9, at 7p.m. will conclude the series. Admission is free and all are welcome. The series will help participants address problems associated with holding on to resentments, injury and guilt and suggest some possible scriptural models for forgiveness.
THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
A Lenten Evening Apart
St. George's Episcopal Church
808 Foothill Blvd., La Canada 91011
Information: Cherie McSweeney, 818.790.3842, ext.12
Carol Wawrychuk, carolwawrychuk@gmail.com.
Engage your spirit in the wilderness: walk a Labyrinth, sit quietly at various prayer stations, or meditate in an area featuring the art of bonsai. Music during the evening will be provided by Georgic Avanesian playing acoustic guitar, with chants performed by Daniel Chaney, tenor, of the Los Angeles Master Chorale. Childcare is available upon request. The event is offered free of charge.
FRIDAY - SUNDAY, MARCH 14 - 16
Men's Retreat: 'God Encounters ...'
Renewal Center at the Old Mission
2201 Laguna Street, Santa Barbara 93105
Information: See below
The Rev. Ron David, Episcopal priest and physician, will be spiritual director for the weekend, at which participants will be led to consider how the divine is experienced. How do we recognize God? How can we multiply and amplify our holy encounters? This time of retreat and enrichment will be set in the patterns and rhythms of monastic life, using the framework of the Daily Office. Time will be divided into blocks for various activities including small group and community conversation; meditation, prayer, and Eucharist in the chapel; meals and socializing; and time alone to read, day dream, or nap. Cost for the weekend, including six meals, two nights' lodging, and the program, is $235. Registration requires a $100 deposit. Enrollment is limited to 30 participants. For more information, contact: Michael Arnold, mnarnold@hascosb.com, Mark Benson, markb1351@gmail.com, Bob Richard, starryrobert@aol.com, or Dennis Wylie, dwylie@cox.net.
SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 9 am. - 3 p.m.
Quiet Day: 'Writing as a Spiritual Practice'
The Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626.282.5147
Led by Judith Favor. The retreat will invite participants "to engage in writing as a spiritual practice that can open us to places of new discovery in this season of Lent and beyond. Whether you are someone who just wants to explore where the art of writing can take you, or one who has an established practice of writing, this one-day retreat is for you and all are welcome." The retreat is offered at no cost. Judith Favor has been leading writing workshops and retreats for more than 30 years. She was equipped for the ministry of spiritual guidance at Shalem Institute in Washington, D.C. and for 11 years taught spiritual formation and vocational discernment at Claremont School of Theology.
SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 10 a.m - 3 p.m.
Community Garden Workshop -
'Building a Foundation: Community'
St. Margaret's Episcopal School
31641 La Novia Avenue, San Juan Capistrano 92675
Information/Registration: Coreen@campstevens.org
Is your church, school or organization planning to start a garden? Join Camp Stevens staff members for this first of two "Seeds of Hope" workshops on building a foundation for a successful organic garden. "Building a Foundation: Community" will focus on building your garden's foundation within the community. Topics will include strategies for planning and working in small groups that encourage participation and consensus building. Cost is $10 per participant, including lunch. Includes a tour of St. Margaret's thriving school garden, which was started with guidance and training from Camp Stevens. Sponsored by Seeds of Hope, whose aim is "creating and sustaining gardens throughout the Diocese of Los Angeles to promote physical and spiritual wellness for individuals and communities." (Participants are welcome to attend one or both workshops. "Building a Foundation: Soil" is May 3.)
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 1 p.m.
Exploring the Divine
St. Barnabas' Episcopal Church
2109 Chickasaw Avenue, Eagle Rock (Los Angeles) 90041
Information: 323.682.8084
Do you worry that God is disappointed in you? Does it seem difficult to trust God? Many of us suffer from fear and anxiety about who or what God is and how to make sense of God. Many of us were raised by families that had distorted views of God. If you identify with these concerns or are in a recovery program searching for how to define your "Higher Power," please join us for a bi-monthly exploration of the divine.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 5 p.m.
Lenten Soup Supper Program: Music of the Mass
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 E. 16th Street, Upland 91784
Reservations/Information: 909.920.5565
On Sunday, March 16, the Rev. Sally Monastiere will offer an introduction to the Mass using excerpts from Franz Schubert's "Deutsche Messe." The series will continue on March 23 with Kate Flannery presenting a brief introduction to Johann Sebastian Bach's Mass in b minor, showing video excerpts from a 2012 performance at The Proms in London. On March 30, Kathy Walker will present "Playing Kyries" from the Masses of Leonard Bernstein, The Electric Prunes, and The Missa Luba. On April 6 Blane Abernathy, St. Mark's director of music ministry and organist, will discuss John Rutter's Requiem with videos of Rutter talking about his work and with excerpts from the Mass. Each program will conclude with time for reflection. A children's program highlighting heroes of the Old Testament and the miracles and parables of Jesus will run concurrently. The children's program includes an animated video, group activities, and crafts. The potluck suppers offer soup, bread, cheese and fruit.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 6 p.m.
LGTB Ministry Potluck and Compline
Church of the Messiah
Santa Ana
Location Information: Bob Superneau, 714.540.5759
An evening of socializing, potluck dinner and Compline meditation, sponsored by the Sts. Aelred and Hildegard LGBT Ministry of Church of the Messiah. All are welcome.
TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 7:30 - 9 p.m.
Walking Together in the Ways of God:
A Conversation About Faith, Scripture,
and the Meaning of Religion in This Moment
Valley Beth Shalom Synagogue
15739 Ventura Blvd., Encino 91436
Information: 818.788.6000 or here
Bishop Catherine Roskam, retired bishop suffragan of the Diocese of New York and now resident and assisting in the Diocese of Los Angeles, will take part with Rabbi Ed Feinstein at Valley Beth Shalom, Encino, in this discussion. All are welcome. Refreshments will be provided, and there is no charge. (Third of three sessions.)
TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
'Versed': The Book of Job - Session 1
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information: Chris Tumilty, 213.482.2040 or ctumilty@ladiocese.org
Topic: "Theodicy: One bishop's struggle," with Bishop J. Jon Bruno. The Program Group on Youth & Young Adult Ministries once again invites young adults to explore the Bible with the bishops of the Diocese of Los Angeles in "Versed" as they tackle the book of Job in four sessions during the season of Lent. Versed will take place on Tuesday nights, March 18 and 25 and April 1 and 8. The series is open to young adults, clergy or lay, ages 21 - 39. Cost is $40 for the series. A flyer is here: a registration form is here.
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THURSDAY - SUNDAY, MARCH 20 - 23
Contemplative Yoga Retreat
Mt. Calvary Monastery
505 E. Los Olivos Street, Santa Barbara 93105
Information/Reservations: Mount Calvary Monastery, 805.682.4117 or mtcalvary1@aol.com
The retreat will combine yoga and contemplative practices such as centering prayer and lectio divina, as led by Sister Greta Ronningen and Sharon Crandall. The retreat will include challenging yoga sessions as well as more gentle restoring sessions, and is appropriate for those with some yoga experience. Previous experience in meditation is not necessary. Cost is $450 per person and includes three nights' accommodations, all meals and the program. Arrival time is Thursday afternoon 3 p.m. or later and departure is after lunch on Sunday. A $50 non-refundable deposit is required to reserve a space.
SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
'Safe Church' Course (Spanish)
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles
Information/Reservations: Petra Barragan, 213.482.2040
The Rev. Juan Barragan, instructor. The course fulfills diocesan requirements for sexual misconduct prevention training for clergy and church staff members and volunteers, including vestry, Sunday school teachers, child care workers and lay eucharistic ministers. By canon law, the training must be renewed every five years. A certificate of compliance will be provided for all who complete the workshop. Lunch will be a potluck: please bring a dish to share.
SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 9 a.m. - 12 noon
Lenten Quiet Day and Eucharist
The Church of the Ascension
25 E. Laurel Avenue, Sierra Madre 91024
Information: 626.355.1133
The Very Rev. Canon Michael Bamberger, rector, will lead a meditation on "Cleansing our Hearts and Preparing With Joy." There is no charge, and all are welcome.
SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 10 a.m. -12:30 p.m.
Labyrinth Class and Facilitated Walk
St. Columba's Episcopal Church
1251 Las Posas Road, Camarillo 93010
Information: Chantel Zimmerman, Chantel@artandsoullab.com or 877.944.6797
Led by Chantel Zimmerman, certified labyrinth facilitator. Participants will learn the history of the labyrinth; learn to draw a labyrinth (no creative ability needed); learn innovative ways to walk and use the labyrinth, and finish the class with a facilitated labyrinth walking experience. A flyer is here.
SATURDAY - SUNDAY, MARCH 22 - 23
Interfaith Youth Festival
Rosary High School
1340 N. Acacia Avenue, Fullerton 92831
Information: mpenn_iycoc@outlook.com
Interfaith Youth Council of Orange County (IYCOC) is marking its 10th year of service in building relationships, dialogue and collaboration among local young people. IYCOC board members include Mike Penn, parishioner of St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Tustin, who invites Episcopalians to participate actively in IYCOC's upcoming Faith Festival. One highlight will be an exhibit titled "Expressing your Faith through Art." The diocesan Program Group on Youth Ministries and Program Group on Ecumenical and Interreligious Life encourage participation. The festival, which runs for two days, will have two parts. Saturday will be an art show and performance showcase; Sunday will be a facilitated dialogue session.
SUNDAY - MONDAY, MARCH 23 - 24 (evenings)
'Lent Event' with Marcus Borg:
'Contemplation, Action and Justice'
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Isabel Leus, ileus@allsaints-pas.org or 626.583.2733
Internationally known in both academic and church circles as a leading biblical and Jesus scholar, theologian, writer and teacher Marcus Borg has been in the forefront of the movement calling the church to reclaim the Christianity of Jesus by putting its faith in action in the world. On Sunday, March 23, at 6 p.m., Borg will give a presentation on "Mysticism, Resistance, and Counter-Advocacy." On Monday, March 24, at 7 p.m. he will speak on "Amos: A Case Study in What I Wish Every Christian Knew." The cost is $20 for any and all of the Lent Event, payable online at here or at the All Saints office. The Labyrinth will be available both days for walking before the evening presentations. Mama's Tamales will be on site with tamales and drinks for sale on Monday beginning at 5:30 p.m. Childcare will be provided for the Lent Event; please call 626.583.2781 before Friday, March 21, to reserve a space for your child.
TUESDAY, MARCH 25, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
'Versed': The Book of Job - Session 2
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information: Chris Tumilty, 213.482.2040 or ctumilty@ladiocese.org
Topic: 'The Trials: When life strips you down,' with Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce. The Program Group on Youth & Young Adult Ministries once again invites young adults to explore the Bible with the bishops of the Diocese of Los Angeles in "Versed" as they tackle the book of Job in four sessions during the season of Lent. Versed will take place on Tuesday nights, March 18 and 25 and April 1 and 8. The series is open to young adults, clergy or lay, ages 21 - 39. Cost is $40 for the series. A flyer is here: a registration form is here.
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THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 6:30 - 8 p.m.
A Lenten Evening Apart
St. George's Episcopal Church
808 Foothill Blvd., La Canada 91011
Information: Cherie McSweeney, 818.790.3842, ext.12
Carol Wawrychuk, carolwawrychuk@gmail.com.
Engage your spirit in the wilderness: walk a Labyrinth, sit quietly at various prayer stations, or meditate in an area featuring the art of bonsai. Music during the evening will be provided by Georgic Avanesian playing acoustic guitar, with chants performed by Daniel Chaney, tenor, of the Los Angeles Master Chorale. Childcare is available upon request. The event is offered free of charge.
THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 7:30 p.m.
Centering Prayer
St. Augustine by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
1227 Fourth Street, Santa Monica
Information: 310.395.0977
All are welcome; no previous experience needed. The church is located on Fourth Street between Wilshire and Arizona. Parking is available in the public parking garage across the street. Centering Prayer is offered at St. Augustine's on the second and fourth Thursday of each month (except Thanksgiving Day).
FRIDAY, MARCH 14, 7 p.m.
Celtic Contemporary Prayer: 'Who's My Neighbor?'
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, MARCH 14, 7:30 p.m.
Contemplative Taizé Experience
Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626.282.5147, ext. 13 or dgibbs@churchofoursaviour.org
or cdlmonastery@aol.com
A serene candlelight service of prayer, reflection, and music on the second Friday of each month.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 3 - 4 p.m.
Concert: The Salomé Chamber Orchestra
Good Samaritan Hospital - All Souls Chapel
637 S. Lucas Avenue, Los Angeles 90017
Information: David Burns, dburns@goodsam.org or 213.977.2932 or 213.840.2310 or
Jerry Anderson, janderso@goodsam.org or 213.482.2739
The Salomé Chamber Orchestra of New York City will perform some of classical music's most beloved works with international viola soloist David Aaron Carpenter. The concert is part of the hospital chaplaincy program's Music for Healing ministry. The concert is free. A reception with light refreshments will follow the performance. Street or hospital parking ($7) is available.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 4 p.m.
Jazz@George's
St. George's Episcopal Church
23802 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills 92653
Information: www.jazzministry.org
A jazz vespers service with music by the Rev. Norm Freeman and friends, on the third Sunday of each month.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 4 p.m.
Music at Four: Ty Woodward, organ
St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
6201 E. Willow, Long Beach 90815
Information: 562.420.1311
In concert in St. Gregory's newly renovated and acoustically improved worship space. Woodward is also a noted theater organist and his concert will include the classics as well as literature for the theater organ. Freewill offering. A reception will follow the concert.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 4 p.m.
Seventh Annual Women's Evensong Invitational
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
122 South California Avenue, Monrovia 91016
Information: Kent B. Jones, StLukesDirector@aol.com
Evensong in Lent will be sung by the women of the St. Luke's Choir, including works of Denis Mason, Malcolm Archer, and Kent Bennett Jones. St. Luke's would like to involve women from as many congregations as possible. Some sight reading is necessary, as rehearsal time is limited, but the music is not difficult. Wine and cheese reception to follow the service.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 5 p.m.
Choral Evensong, featuring Requiem by John Rutter
St. Francis Episcopal Church
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates
Information: 310.375.4617 or www.stfrancispalosverdes.org
Musical offerings will include "Let My Prayer Come Up As the Incense" by Peter Hallock, "Sicut Cervus" by Palestrina, and Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis by Ralph Vaughan Williams, in addition to the beautiful Requiem by John Rutter. Evensong will be led by the choir of St. Francis with orchestral ensemble and soloists, directed by Dr. Jeannie Cobb, director of music, youth & the arts, with the assistance of Dr. Curt Sather, interim organist. No admission charge; a free-will offering will be received. Free childcare available.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 5 p.m.
Jazz Vespers with Russell Ferrante
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Melissa Hayes, 626.583.2725
or mhayes@allsaints-pas.org
Pianist Russell Ferrante, founding member of the YellowJackets, Russell Ferrante, offers music, with Michael Valerio on bass and Steve Schaeffer on drums. Grammy-winner Ferrante has performed with such artists as Jimmy Witherspoon, Jim Pepper, Joe Farrell, Joni Mitchell, Bobby McFerrin, Robben Ford, Al Jarreau, Marilyn Scott, GRP Big Band, Lee Ritenour, Take 6, and Brenda Russell. Ed Bacon will offer a meditation. There is no charge, and no reservation is required. If you would like to use the elevator for accessibility, please arrive five minutes early. Child care provided.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 5 p.m.
Lenten Choral Evensong
Church of the Ascension
25 E. Laurel Avenue, Sierra Madre 91024
Information: 626.355.1133
The Choir of Ascension, directed by Debora Huffman, will perform works from the Renaissance through today. A reception will follow the service.
SUNDAY, MARCH 16, 7 p.m.
Sacramentum
St. James' Church
1325 Monterey Road (at Fremont), South Pasadena
Information: 626.799.9194 or www.sjcsp.org
A monthly, candlelit Eucharist that blends ancient liturgy with new music, media, reflection and prayer. Sacramentum is on the third Sunday of each month at 7 p.m.
MONDAY, MARCH 17, 7 p.m.
Healing Taizé Service
St, Mary's Episcopal Church
428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651
Information: 949.494.3542
In this service of song and silence in the tradition of Taize, there is time for you to receive the laying on of hands and anointing for healing and wholeness for you or on behalf of another. This service is held the third Monday of every month.
MONDAY, MARCH 17, 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, MARCH 18, 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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SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 5 p.m.
Lenten Choral Evensong & Solemn Benediction
St. Thomas' Episcopal Church
7501 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles 90046
Information: 323.876.2102
Works of Palestrina and others will be performed by the LASchola. Lent is the penitential period of forty days that begins on Ash Wednesday and ends at Easter. Some Christians observe Lent with various forms of fasting and penitence: fasting to exercise restraint and grow in spirit; penitence to remind us of our humanity and our weakness. Our need to humbly take stock of ourselves and become closer to our neighbors and to God is the expectation here. All are welcome and a reception will follow the service.
SATURDAY, MARCH 22, 6 p.m.
Jazz Vespers with N2K
St. John's Episcopal ProCathedral
514 West Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007
Information: Edward Tipton, 213.747.6285, ex. 106 or music@stjohnsla.org
N2K is artist-in-residence at St. John's. This unusual ensemble -- Katherine Cash, violin, and the Rev. Norm Freeman, vibraphone -- will be joined by a a superb trio of musicians (pianist Theo Saunders, bassist Putter Smith, and drummer Kendall Kay), for a jazz service described by the New York Times (Bill Slocum, March 1999): "... the melding of jazz with the Church's centuries-old liturgy allows liturgists and artists to invest traditional worship with the soaring sense of the divine." A free-will offering will be received. The service will be followed by a light reception.
SUNDAY, MARCH 23, 3:30 p.m.
J. S. Bach Birthday Bash Concert
Trinity Episcopal Church
1500 State Street, Santa Barbara
Information: 805.687.0189 or 965.7419
Music for flute, organ, harpsichord, piano by the Bach family and friends, performed by distinguished concert artists from the American Guild of Organists, Santa Barbara Chapter. There is no charge for admission.
SUNDAY, MARCH 23, 4 p.m.
Bach's Mass in b minor
St. Augustine by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
1227 Fourth Street, Santa Monica
Information: 323.662.5007 or www.cantoridomino.org
Performed by Cantori Domino, with soloists and orchestra. Tickets: $25 ($20 seniors/students)
SUNDAY, MARCH 23, 5 p.m.
St. Francis @ 5 Contemporary Service
St. Francis Episcopal Church
280 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley 93065
Information: 805.526.5141
This simple and warm service was designed to appeal to a modern congregation with special reflections interlaced with contemporary music and will include Holy Communion. This is a continuing celebration that will occur on the the fourth Sunday of each month. The service is followed by a light potluck dinner.
MONDAY, MARCH 24, 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, MARCH 25, 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, MARCH 25, 7 p.m.
Taizé Worship Service
St. Francis Episcopal Church (chapel)
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates
Information: 310.375.4617
A meditative Taizé service of healing and wholeness that includes candlelight, periods of silence, chants and intercessory prayer with a prayer team leader. Followed by a reception with light refreshments. Taizé is a calming and beautiful form of sung contemplative prayer developed in an ecumenical monastery in France. Taizé services are offered throughout the year on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Donations are welcome.
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President Obama's honorary kitchen cabinet
by Malcolm Boyd
I sent a couple of contributions -- quite modest, actually -- to President Obama in response to his outreach for financial support. Then, to my dismay and genuine surprise, I received a card in the mail -- addressed personally to me -- that said, "Member of President Obama's Honorary Kitchen Cabinet." I held it in my hand, pondering what it meant.
Read more here.
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TRAVEL & PILGRIMAGE
EPF 2014 Rural Pilgrimage
in Santa Paula
March 21 - 24, 2014
Young adults and college students ages 18 - 35 are invited to apply for this year's Episcopal Peace Fellowship Santa Paula Rural Pilgrimage hosted by The Abundant Table Farm Project. The theme is "Re-place Yourself: Connecting to your roots and finding value in place." The pilgrimage will help young people establish a connection to the land through a visit to Join the Farm, the Community Roots Garden and a hike in the hills near Santa Paula. Cost per person is $150. Scholarships are available. Application is here. Participation is limited, please apply as soon as possible.
Pilgrimage: Israel/Palestine
May 23 - June 3, 2014The experience of a lifetime, sponsored by Church of the Messiah and friends, led by the Rev. Dr. John W. Conrad. Open to people of any faith or no faith. Come see what this ancient land has to teach us. Cost: $3,995, which includes airfare from LAX, lodging in Christian-run hotels with private bath/shower, all meals, taxes, and entrance fees. For a brochure with specific itinerary click here. For more information, contact Vicki Tamoush at VTamoush@gmail.com or 714.362.7676. Pilgrimage: Following the Celtic Way: Iona, Lindisfarne and Northumbria
July 10 - 21, 2014Join members of All Saints' Church, Riverside, and friends for a journey to our Celtic roots, beginning at Los Angeles International and Flying to Glasgow, thence on via two ferries to Iona, back across the Scottish Highlands to Lindisfarne following the track of Blessed Aidan, and then to Durham where will stay at St. Chad's college on the Cathedral Close. For a complete brochure and booking information, click here or email FrConrad@gmail.com.
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
COSTA MESA: Music Director (Organist/Choir Director). St. John the Divine Episcopal Church. Part time (8 hours/week) Sundays, one weekly rehearsal, plus additional holy day services. Full job description and application information here.
SAN CLEMENTE: Parish Administrator. St. Clement's Church. Requires strong familiarity with MS Office Suite; Word, Excel and especially Publisher. Provides daily administrative support for the clergy. Full time, salaried with benefits. Full information here.
SANTA BARBARA: Coordinator of Shared Ministry. Trinity Episcopal Church seeks a part-time person, 20 hours a week with benefits and pension, to oversee the development and support of lay ministry. The CSM oversees all aspects of the newcomer process from evangelism and outreach efforts through follow-up and incorporation into ministry, and works with the rector and associate rector to develop, plan and implement on-going projects and programs as they emerge in the life of the church. The position begins in June of 2014. Full job description and application instructions here.
SANTA BARBARA: Minister of Keyboard Music. Trinity Episcopal Church. To play organ and/or piano for two services each Sunday morning, additional services on special occasions, and choir rehearsals Thursday evenings and Sunday mornings. 10 hours/week. Full job description here.
SANTA PAULA: Parish Administrator. St. Paul's Episcopal & Emmanuel Lutheran Church seeks a part-time parish administrator. Candidate would have strong communications and interpersonal skills; proficiency with computers, especially Word and Publisher; good organization skills; and experience in managing an office environment. Work hours: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Tuesday through Friday. Contact mkfincher@gmail.com.
SOUTH PASADENA: Director of Day School (nursery-kindergarten). St. James Parish Day School. 25 hours/week, to begin September 2014. Full job description and application information here.
THOUSAND OAKS: Development Director. St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School seeks a part-time development director to begin August 2014. Candidate should have fund-raising and grant writing experience. Qualified candidates should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills. School experience is preferable. Please submit cover letter and resume to: nwhitson@stpatricksdayschool.org.
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