 Raising the minimum wage in Los Angeles Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti (right), surrounded by civic and community leaders, including City Attorney Mike Feuer and Bishop J. Jon Bruno of the Diocese of Los Angeles, addressed a Labor Day rally at the city's Martin Luther King, Jr. Park on Sept. 1, calling for an increase in the local minimum wage to $13.25 an hour  by 2017. Eli Broad (lower right), founder of two Fortune 500 companies, spoke to the importance of creating a minimum wage that is truly a living wage, saying that the measure is good for business. At top, labor union representatives join Bishop Bruno before the prayer at the end of the event. Photos / Bob Williams
 The Episcopal News, Fall 2014 issue, is online
The Fall 2014 issue of The Episcopal News, bimonthly magazine of the Diocese of Los Angeles, is now available online for reading or printing. This issue includes articles on: an interfaith and ecumenical Sunday Supper program at St. Paul's Church, Tustin; early preparations for Diocesan Convention; reflections 40 years after the first ordination of women to the priesthood in the Episcopal Church; diocesan efforts to help people find health insurance under the Affordable Care Act; a report on efforts to aid migrant children; and more. Read or download the magazine here.
 Convention web page online Clergy and delegates, as well as alternate delegates, exhibitors, volunteers and visitors will find about everything they need to know about Diocesan Convention, to be held Dec. 5 - 6 at the Ontario Convention Center, at the newly redesigned convention web page, found here. As the date for convention draws nearer, those planning to attend the meeting are encouraged to visit the page often for updated information, forms, candidate bios and photos, helpful documents and more.
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REQUIESCAT
Elinor Gaines
Elinor Brenton Gaines, widow of the Rev. Donald Gaines, died Aug. 29 at her home in Long Beach. She was 85, and had been in poor health since a stroke some 15 years ago. A service will be held at 2 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 12 at the ProCathedral of St. John in Los Angeles. Survivors include the Gaines' son, Bill Gaines; daughters Mary Gaines and Margaret Muhlenkamp; and six grandchildren.
According to Mary Gaines, Elinor Gaines was "a great clergy wife" who shared her husband's ministry at many churches in the diocese, including St. Timothy's, Compton; St. John's, Wilmington; St. John's, San Bernardino; St. John's, La Jolla; the Navy Chapel in Long Beach (now closed) and St. John's, Los Angeles (now the ProCathedral), where Elinor also edited the parish newsletter for 10 years. Donald Gaines died in 2008.
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Associated Press
August 29
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. (AP) - Over the long months that Victoria Mitchell lived in her car with her infant daughter, there was one bright spot in her life: doing laundry. Every month, Mitchell would trek to a local laundromat and take advantage of Laundry Love, a growing faith-driven movement that helps those who are homeless or financially struggling by washing their dirty clothes for free. San Gabriel Valley TribuneAugust 29
PASADENA - In light of recent controversial police shootings of unarmed black men both in Southern California and across the nation, more than 100 people marched in Pasadena late Thursday to call for peace, solidarity and improved relations between police and communities at a rally organized by two young Pasadena women. [The Rev. Francisco Garcia of All Saints Episcopal Church -- located across the street from Pasadena City Hall -- led prayers at the rally, and many All Saints parishioners were among those attending.] |
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 St. Paul's to celebrate 125th anniversary in Ventura
 'Enchanted Evening' planned in Claremont St. Ambrose Church, Claremont, will hold its annual "Enchanted Evening" dinner and dance on Saturday, Oct. 4, 5:30 - 10 p.m. at the church, located at 830 W. Bonita Avenue in Claremont. The evening will begin with hors d'oeuvres and continues with the live sounds of the Orange County Swing Band, a buffet dinner, luscious libations, decadent desserts, opportunity drawings, silent auction and open dancing in the Starlite Room. Profits from the evening benefit the ongoing ministries of St. Ambrose as well as two local outreach organizations. Tickets are $60 per person or $430.00 for a reserved stage-side table of eight (8). For information and ticekts, call 909.626.7170.
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 7 p.m.
Episcopal Night at Dodger Stadium
Dodger Stadium
1000 Elysian Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90012
Information: The Rev. Canon Greg Larkin, canonbaseball@verizon.net
The Dodgers will play against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Tickets are $21 each. A fireworks display will follow the game.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Carnival of the Instruments
Trinity Episcopal Church
419 South 4th Street, Redlands
Information: 909.793.2014
This is an opportunity for kids in the greater Redlands community and beyond, ages 3 - 103, to experience first-hand all the families of musical instruments by blowing, plucking, strumming, tooting, and tapping to their hearts' content on brass, woodwinds, strings and fretted strings, organ and harp under the guidance of 24 professional musicians. Popcorn and lemonade will be served, and prizes awarded to those who complete their scavenger hunt cards.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 5 - 10 p.m.
'Masquerade Ball' Wine Tasting & Silent Auction
St. Clare of Assisi Episcopal Church
6563 East Avenue, Rancho Cucamonga
Information here or 909.899.9963 or gtackoor@aol.com
The evening will include dinner, dancing to live music provided by a clarinet quartet, a silent auction, and wine tasting assisted by two Level II-certified sommeliers. Nonalcoholic beverages will also be served. Tickets are $50 each; attendance is limited to those age 21 and up. Proceeds will benefit ongoing ministries at St. Clare's. Seating is limited. Cash or checks (payable to St. Clare of Assisi Episcopal Church) only.
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WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 6:30 p.m.
Candlelit Recovery Eucharist
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
100 N. Third Avenue, Covina
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.
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10, 7:30 p.m.
A Taizé Evening - The Romance of God:
A Life of Listening and Service
All Saints' Episcopal Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills
Information: 310.275.0123
The Women's Ministry, with the Rev. Katie Cadigan, in collaboration with the Rev. Allison English, has created a new liturgy for this very special Taizé service. Experience the same melodic music, quiet times for meditation and prayer and a calming midweek spiritual break.
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 7 p.m.
Interfaith Walk for Peace
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
1221 Wass Street, Tustin
Information: 714.544-3141
Part of St. Paul's "Labyrinth Week: A Circle of Peace and Healing," beginning Saturday, Sept. 6. The parish is installing a temporary 34-foot diameter labyrinth in its sanctuary, and will focus worship services around the labyrinth, as well as offer several weekday prayer and meditative walking opportunities around this ancient spiritual tool. The Sept. 11 interfaith walk will include Taize music and prayers led by community members representing a variety of faith traditions.
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
The Virtual Labyrinth: Pathway to Peace
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
1145 West Valencia Mesa Drive, Fullerton
Information: The Rev. Canon Paul Edwards, paulnanita@sbcglobal.net
Focused meditation walking offers a unique spiritual experience for both life and ministry. The seminar will be held on the second Saturday of each month. Led by the Rev. Canon Paul Edwards.
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The worship services listed below occur on a regular basis; weekly or monthly. Note that some are suspended on holidays, such as Thanksgiving, Christmas or Holy Week. Please check with individual churches for exceptions.
TUESDAYS, 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 in St. Luke's Chapel.
TUESDAYS, 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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FIRST WEDNESDAYS, 7 p.m.
Taizé Worship Service and Kinetic Prayer for the Hungry
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 E. 16th Street, Upland
Information: 909.920.5565
The weekly Taizé service is followed at 7:45 by a meditative time (15 to 20 minutes) of packing food and essentials into bags for the homeless. Services are suspended Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Ash Wednesday, and Holy Week.
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SECOND WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 p.m.
Candlelit Recovery Eucharist
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
100 N. Third Avenue, Covina
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.
SECOND FRIDAYS, 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).
SECOND WEDNESDAYS, 7 p.m.
Taizé Worship Service and Contemplative Practices
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 E. 16th Street, Upland
Information: 909.920.5565
Contemplative Practices begins at 7:45 p.m. Services are suspended Thanksgiving Eve, Christmas Eve, New Year's Eve, Ash Wednesday, and Holy Week.
SECOND FRIDAYS, 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.
SECOND SATURDAYS, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Virtual Labyrinth: Pathway to Peace
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
1145 West Valencia Mesa Drive, Fullerton
Information: paulnanita@sbcglobal.net
Focused meditation walking offers a unique spiritual experience for both life and ministry. The seminar will be held on the second Saturday of each month. Led by the Rev. Canon Paul Edwards.
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A brother's ashes quietly
honored on World AIDS Day
By Malcolm Boyd
Kirk Thompson died of AIDS in 1996. His brother, Mark, is my partner of more than thirty years. I remember a summer day when five of us rode horseback to scatter Kirk's ashes in the Upper Carmel Valley of northern California.
Read more here.
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Lent in the Holy Land
February 26 - March 10, 2015
A 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
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
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.
FULLERTON: Director of Music, St. Andrew's Episcopal Church. Part-time. To direct a 15-voice volunteer choir. Wednesday evening rehearsal, Sunday rehearsal and service weekly, plus specific additional services. Position to be filled by Sept. 1. Full job description and application instructions here.
THOUSAND OAKS: Director of Youth and Family Ministries, St. Patrick's Episcopal Church. This new position will be based on 20 hours per week. The director will work with a team of parents and the rector to develop and carry out a program for middle- and high school-age youth in our congregation. We look for someone who will motivate youth to embrace Christ's love and help instill in them his Holy Spirit and guidance in their lives. Similar experience is required. Please email resume, compensation requirements and contact information to Kathryn Walters here.
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