Bishop Jon Bruno, center, and other civic and religious leaders listen as Methodist Bishop Minerva G. Carcańo speaks to the media after a visit to the Port Hueneme naval bases where unaccompanied immigrant children from Central America are being housed. Photo / Bob Williams
Religious leaders call for prayer for migrant children
Bishop J. Jon Bruno is among religious and civic leaders who called for a weekend of prayer and compassion July 19 - 20 for more than 52,000 young children who are in United States custody after fleeing violence, murder and extortion by criminal gangs in Guatemala, El Salvador and Honduras.
Bruno, along with Bishop Minerva G. Carcańo of the United Methodist Church, Robert K. Ross, president and CEO of The California Endowment, and Fred Ali of Weingart Foundation visited a temporary shelter at the naval base in Port Hueneme, California, where thousands of children are being housed since crossing the border in search of friends or relatives in the United States.
At a media conference in Los Angeles after the visit, the faith leaders called for a humanitarian response to the desperate conditions that cause the children - some as young as eight years old - to leave their homes. Bruno also praised federal officials for the quality of care being provided for the children. (A July 9 Los Angeles Times article about the group's visit is here.)
"Jesus' words are clear about people in need," Bruno said in a statement. "'Let the children come to me,' he tells his disciples - also stating that those who provide food, shelter and clothing 'to the least of these' do so to Christ himself. We need to be the compassionate hands and heart of Jesus in serving all children, and especially to those held in detention on both sides of the Mexico - U.S. border. May God help us to show God's own love and mercy to these little ones while calling our governments to work together for peace with justice."
 Unprecedented numbers
of children detained crossing the border Church responds to humanitarian crisis
[Episcopal News Service] Sixteen boys aged 14 to 17 gathered July 6 around a map of the Americas, each writing his first name on a sticky note and placing it first next to his home country, with the majority landing on Guatemala, followed by Honduras. Then, the Rev. Susan Copley asked the teenagers to move the sticky notes to the next place they are going. Some said they would be staying with relatives in New York; others were headed to Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Kentucky, Tennessee, Maryland and California. Read more here.
Photo / Janet Kawamoto
70 participate in July 4
'Walking Meditation' in Echo Park
A diverse group took part in an "Interfaith Walking Meditation on Interdependence" in Echo Park, Los Angeles, across the street from the Cathedral Center of St. Paul on the morning of July 4. About 70 people participated in the walk, stopping at several points for meditations in the Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, Jewish, Christian and Baha'i traditions. Bishop Suffragan Mary Glasspool led the Christian meditation, choosing the "gifts of the spirit" passage from Paul's first letter to the Corinthians. More photos here.
Los Angeles representatives Pat Hendrickson, Joanne Leslie, Steve Alder and Johnna Dominguez take a break during a plenary session at the Province VIII Deacons' Conference. Not pictured is Deacon Linda Pederson, who also attended the conference.
Deacons attend Province VIII conference, study challenges of poverty
Deacons from throughout Province VIII of the Episcopal Church gathered in Vancouver, Washington, June 27 - 29 for a conference sponsored by the Association for Episcopal Deacons. Five representatives from the Diocese of Los Angeles attended: Archdeacon Joanne Leslie, Deacons Steve Alder, Pat Hendrickson and Linda Pederson, and Johnna Dominguez, intern with the Episcopal Urban Intern Program. The conference theme was "Poverty on the Homefront: Service and Solidarity on the Frontline," and topic included service to veterans, immigrants, Native Americans and other populations. A report written by Archdeacon Leslie and incorporating comments by other members of the delegation is here.
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Just Action:
Declaring Interdependence
In this week's Just Action video: Recognizing relationships among faith traditions and creation is the focus of a July 4 Walking Meditation presented by the Interfaith Coalition of Southern California.
For this and other videos in the Just Action series, click here.
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Events & announcements ...
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 Deanery 9 will hold
annual barbecue Aug. 16 Deanery 9 (north Orange County) will hold its annual barbecue, hosted by the congregation of Church of the Blessed Sacrament, Placentia, and its priest-in-charge, Christopher Potter, at 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 16. This year the event will includ youth activities led by Chris Tyau, a youth worker from St. Andrew's, Fullerton. Members of the deanery's 11 congregations are invited to attend, enjoy dinner and connect with other Episcopalians from the north Orange County area. Blessed Sacrament Church is located at 1314 N. Angelina Drive in Placentia. For information, call the church office at 714.528.2995.
 'Silence' retreat to be held in Santa Barbara
The San Gabriel-based Community of Divine Love will offer "Silence," a guided contemplative retreat, Sept. 11 - 14 at Mt. Calvary Monastery in Santa Barbara. It will be led by CDL members the Rev. Dennis Gibbs and Greta Ronningen, both chaplains to the incarcerated as well as writers, retreat leaders and spiritual directors. Cost is $380 per person, which includes three nights' lodging and all meals. Spiritual direction will be available. Reservations are required by July 15; space is limited. For information, contact the Community of Divine Love at 626.703.4474 or cdlmonastery@aol.com. For reservations, contact Mt. Calvary Monastery at 805.682.4117 or mtcalvary1@aol.com.
 Save the date:
October 'Ride 4 Recovery' will raise funds for Gooden Center The Gooden Center of Pasadena will hold its second annual Ride 4 Recovery on Oct. 25. This century cycling event -- a 100-mile ride -- will raise funds for the work of the Center, which has since 1962 helped more than 7,500 men and their families deal with the challenges of alcohol and drug dependency. This year the cycling event will be renamed the Richard Selje Ride 4 Recovery in honor of a retired Pasadena architect, avid cyclist and sponsor to many men in recovery. A dinner in Seije's honor will be held Friday evening, Oct. 24 at the Valley Hunt Club. For information call Susan Johnson at 626.356.0078, ext. 204. To register for the ride, click here.
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This week around the diocese ...
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SATURDAY, JULY 19, 5:30 p.m.
'Swing Under the Stars'
Grace Episcopal Church
555 E. Mountain View Avenue, Glendora 91741
Information: 626.335-3171
This third annual event features Big Wednesday Swing Band. A barbecue dinner of tri-tip or chicken will be served beginning at 5:30 p.m., with music starting at 6:30 p.m. The concert is free and open to all. Dinner tickets are $10; a hot dog dinner for children under 12 is available for $5. Beer and wine will be offered for an additional charge. Advance tickets are encouraged: call for information.
SUNDAY, JULY 20, 12:30 p.m.
Lunch/Screening: Diagnosing Difference
All Saints Episcopal Church (Forum)
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information here
Reservations: galas@allsaints-pas.org
GALAS (Gays and Lesbians at All Saints) hosts a light lunch and a screening of the documentary Diagnosing Difference. H. Adam Ackley will facilitate a discussion after the viewing. Suggested donation: $10 (no one turned away for lack of funds).
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WEDNESDAY, JULY 9, 6:30 p.m.
Candlelit Recovery Eucharist
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
100 N. Third Ave., Covina, CA
Information: 626.967.3939
A candlelit service on the second Wednesday of each month to be a source of strength, support and solace for anyone struggling with alcoholism, drug and other addictions and for those who care for them. The service incorporates readings from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and special prayers for those in and out of recovery.
THURSDAY, JULY 10, 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, JULY 11, 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.
SATURDAY, JULY 12, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The Pathway to Peace: Labyrinth Walking for Dummies
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
1145 West Valencia Mesa Drive, Fullerton
Information: The Rev. Canon Paul Edwards, paulnanita@sbcglobal.net
Learn to walk ninety percent of the Chartres Labyrinth virtually in one session. Walk it daily in your home and deepen your spirituality. The seminar will be held on the second Saturday of each month. Cost: $10 for materials.
SATURDAY, JULY 12, 3 p.m.
Concert: String Quartet and Organ
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information: 213.482.2040
St. Athanasius Parish celebrates the restoration of Echo Park Lake Park and reinstitution of its annual Lotus Festival with a concert for string quartet, soloists, and the church's Beckerath pipe organ, featuring music by Handel and Purcell, including Handel's Water Music in honor of the lake and its thriving lotus blossoms. James French, director.
SUNDAY, JULY 13, 2:30 p.m.
Four-Hand Piano Concert
Church of the Messiah
614 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana 92701
Information: 714.543.9389
Performed by the PJ Ensemble featuring Jim Vaskov and Patti Amelotte. Join us for a relaxing program of music by Bach, Beethoven, Brahms, Mozart, and Poulenc. The program is free of charge and all are welcome. Street parking is free.
MONDAY, JULY 14, 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, JULY 15, 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, JULY 15, 7 p.m.
Contemplative Prayer
Church of the Messiah
614 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana 92701
Information: 714.543.9389
Contemplative Prayer meets every Tuesday evening for an extended period of silent meditation and prayer in the Upper Room. Those unfamiliar with this method of prayer are welcome to join others who have practiced contemplative prayer before.
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SUNDAY, JULY 20, 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, JULY 20, 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, JULY 21, 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, JULY 22, 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, JULY 22, 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.
TUESDAY, JULY 22, 7 p.m.
Contemplative Prayer
Church of the Messiah
614 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana 92701
Information: 714.543.9389
Contemplative Prayer meets every Tuesday evening for an extended period of silent meditation and prayer in the Upper Room. Those unfamiliar with this method of prayer are welcome to join others who have practiced contemplative prayer before.
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Opportunities ...
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The Portugal Way of St. James
September 19 - 29, 2014
Sponsored by Christ Church of the Ascension, Phoenix, Arizona, and let by the Rev. Phillip Jackson, rector. Visiting sites in Portugal and Spain, concluding at Santiago de Compostela. Cost: $3,300 per person (double occupancy), including 9 nights' accommodation, daily breakfast, six lunches, three dinners; tour guide, day cruise on the Douro River, air-conditioned tour coach, all entrance fees and gratuities. Airfare, insurance, additional meals not included. Information and tour brochure here. Contact: Bonnie Waite, 480.899.8006 or bonnie@yourcruise.com.
Pilgrimage: The Holy Land
December 1 - 11, 2014The Rev. Nancy Crawford, ECW national board president invites all to join this spiritual pilgrimage -- women, men, couples and youth. Organized by Lynn Headley of the Diocese of Los Angeles. Price: $3,300 (double occupancy), which includes roundtrip nonstop flight from JFK (New York) to Tel Aviv, meals, lodging, entrance fees, tips. ($520 additional for a private room). A brochure with detailed information is here. Lent in the Holy Land
February 26 - March 10, 2015A prayerful and contemplative pilgrimage sponsored by the Community of Divine Love and led by Brother Dennis and Sister Greta, with Canon Iyad Qumri. Visit Jerusalem, Bethlehem, the Judean desert, the Jordan River, the Galilee and Nazareth; Gethsemane and the Gerassimos Monastery. Total cost: $3,840, including round-trip airfare from Los Angeles, ground transportation, accommodations, meals and tips. A deposit of $400 is due by August 1, 2014. Information flyer here. Reservations: cdlmonastery@aol.com or 626.703.4474. |
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EMPLOYMENT
ALTADENA: Organist. Saint Mark's Episcopal Church seeks a part-time organist to work with its director of music. Church instrument is a Karl Wilhelm tracker action pipe organ with 2 manuals and 25 ranks. The congregation has adult and children's choirs and a bell choir. Full job description and requirements and application information here.
COMPTON: Interim school director. St. Timothy's Episcopal Church in Compton seeks a full-time interim school director to bring a positive, collaborative approach to continuing innovation as the school begins its search for a permanent director. Information here.
COMPTON: Bookkeeper. St. Timothy's Episcopal Church in Compton seeks to hire a bookkeeper to make the entries and balance the books every week, help prepare the budget, and bring a positive, teamwork-oriented approach to the church and school. Information here.
COMPTON: Fundraiser. St. Timothy's Episcopal Church in Compton seeks to hire a successful fundraiser to help find ways and means of raising funds for the church and school as we begin to search for a permanent director of the school. Information here.
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.
LOS ANGELES: Bilingual member service representative, Episcopal Community Federal Credit Union. Requires at least an AA degree and some accounting knowledge. Salary plus medical, dental and life insurance, paid vacation and pension. Job description and application instructions here.
UPLAND: Interim Preschool Director. St. Mark's Episcopal School seeks an experienced preschool leader committed to early childhood education to serve under the guidance of the Head of School beginning in mid-July 2014. Job description and application information here.
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TO HAVE AND HAVE NOT
GRAVESITES: Episcopal Communities & Services has approximately 30 gravesites available at Live Oak Cemetery, located in Monrovia, and is selling these spaces at $1,000 each (they usually run $4,500 or more). The gravesites can be purchased individually or in blocks. ECS also has four available sites for cremains only; these can be purchased for $500 each. For information call Lisa Oddone at Episcopal Communities & Services, 626.403.1497.
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