 Diocese to offer open-enrollment orientation workshops for administrators and benefit-eligible employees
Benefit-eligible employees of churches and institutions of the Diocese of Los Angeles are invited to learn about the new Consumer-Driven Health Plan with employer funded Health Savings Account (HSA) being offered in addition to all the current medical plans. The diocese also is changing its short-term and long-term disability plan provider from CIGNA to UNUM. The workshop will be held in coordination with the diocese's human resources department, the Church Pension Group and Episcopal Church Medical Trust. All benefits administrators and plan members are encouraged to attend one of these educational sessions. To register for any of these sessions, email to Anilin Collado, human resources director, at acollado@ladiocese.org; provide your full name and the date requested.
Workshop dates and locations are:
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 9 - 3 p.m.
Open Enrollment Workshop: Administrators only
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 3 - 5 p.m.
Open Enrollment Workshop: Benefit Eligible Employees
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 East 16th Street, Upland 91784
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12, 9 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Open Enrollment Workshop:
Benefit Eligible Employees and Administrators
St. Wilfrid of York Episcopal Church
18631 Chapel Lane, Huntington Beach 92646
Continues for administrators only from 11 a.m. to 12 noon.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 9 a.m. - 12 noon
Open Enrollment Workshop: Benefit Eligible Employees
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 9 - 11 a.m.
Open Enrollment Workshop:
Benefit Eligible Employees and Administrators
All Saints by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
83 Eucalyptus Lane, Santa Barbara 93108
Continues for administrators only from 11 a.m. to 12 noon.
Hillsides receives record $2 million bequest
Hillsides, the Episcopal Church-related social service agency for children in Pasadena, has received a $2 million bequest, the largest in its 101-year history, the result of a planned gift made by Dorothy Pierose, a longtime supporter who died in 2013. Pierose, a member of All Saints, Pasadena, and later St. Michael & All Angels, Corona del Mar, was married to Perry N. Pierose, M.D., a prominent physician in Los Angeles County who died in 1990. The bequest will be used to fund Hillsides' capital campaign, a $12-million project intended to improve its aging main campus, which houses a residential treatment program for 62 children and a school for children with special needs. The improvements will include a new expressive arts center with almost double the art space than now exists; a new music room; a large indoor recreation area and gym; expanded playing fields; a modernized kitchen; and a new dining commons, according to a release from Hillsides. Read more here.
Christ the Good Shepherd Church, Los Angeles, observes breast cancer awareness month
The Church of Christ the Good Shepherd, Los Angeles, observed breast cancer awareness mong on Oct. 13. Parishioners wore pink, and the pulpit drape and altar candles were also pink in commemoration of those who have had breast cancer. The homilist was the senior warden, Sheira Smith, a seven-year breast cancer survivor. Smith shared her journey from the moment she was diagnosed with stage two breast cancer to her current work with the American Cancer Association and her fundraising efforts with the Susan G Kommen Foundation. Arlette Pilgrim, president of the Belize Cancer Organization, spoke of her work in bringing awareness and prostheses to poverty-stricken cancer patients in Belize. A display in the parish hall demonstrated proper breast exam technique. Encouraged by Joseph M. Oloimooja, rector, other parishioners shared their stories about their cancer journeys. The rest of the service was dedicated to those who did not survive breast cancer; parishioners deposited marbles at the altar in remembrance. The congregation plans to observe breast cancer awareness month each year.
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Diocesan Convention will be held Friday - Saturday, Dec. 5 - 6 at the Ontario Convention Center.
Candidates
Photos, biographies and statements from
candidates for diocesan office have been posted on the website, starting here.
The deadline for submitting candidate information for the convention booklet has passed: however, nominations may still be entered using the form (see link above). Candidate information sent to the Episcopal News office will be posted on the website until the Nov. 24 deadline.
Prospective candidates will find a list of open offices here; a nomination form here; and instructions for submitting candidate information here.
Exhibitors
The deadline for exhibitor registration has been extended to Friday, Oct. 31. Exhibitor information is here.
Convention website
Clergy and delegates, as well as alternate delegates, exhibitors, volunteers and visitors, will find about everything they need to know at the newly redesigned convention web page, found here. 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. Pre-Convention meetings
A pre-convention meeting will be held for each deanery of the diocese for a preview of the proposed budget, resolutions and other matters to come before convention. One or more members of diocesan staff will be present at each meeting. All clergy and convention delegates are expected to attend, and any interested church member is welcome. The following list is in chronological order. (Deaneries 5 and 6 and Deaneries 9 and 10 will hold joint meetings: the gathering for Deanery 3 was held on Oct. 18.) Deanery 4 Pre-Convention Meeting
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 10 a.m.St. Mark's Church 1020 North Brand Boulevard, Glendale 91202-2907 Information: 818.240.3860 Staff: Canon David Tumilty, executive for operations; Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce Deanery 1 Pre-Convention Meeting
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 9 a.m.Trinity Church 1500 State Street, Santa Barbara 93101-2514 Information: 805.965.7419 Staff: Canon David Tumilty, executive for operations; Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce Deanery 8 Pre-Convention Meeting
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 1:30 - 3:30 p.m.St. Francis' Church 2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates 90274 Information: 310.375.4617 Staff: Ted Forbath, chief financial officer Deanery 2 Pre-Convention Meeting
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 10 a.m.St. Michael and All Angels Church 3646 Coldwater Canyon Avenue, Studio City 91604-4062 Information: 818.763.9193 Staff: Canon David Tumilty, executive for operations; Bishop Suffragan Mary D. Glasspool Deanery 9 and Deanery 10 Pre-Convention Meeting
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 9 a.m. - 12 noonSt. Paul's Church 1221 Wass Street, Tustin 92780-2855 Information: 714.544.3141 Staff: Canon Larry Sawyer, treasurer; Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce Deanery 7 Pre-Convention Meeting
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 10 a.m.St. John the Baptist Church 526 Magnolia Ave, Corona 92879 Information: 951.737.1363 Staff: Ted Forbath, chief financial officer Deanery 5 and Deanery 6 Pre-Convention Meeting
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 3 p.m.Church of the Ascension 25 East Laurel Avenue, Sierra Madre 91024-1915 Information: 626.355.1133 Staff: Ted Forbath, chief financial officer; Bishop Suffragan Mary D. Glasspool
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Just Action ...
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 Just Action: The Gooden CenterBishop Jon Bruno tells how the Gooden Center helps those struggling with alcoholism and addiction find the fullness of Christ in sobriety.
For this and other videos in the Just Action series, click here.
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REQUIESCANT
 Alice Virginia Shepard D'Amico
February 9, 1917 - October 15, 2014Virginia D'Amico, wife of the Rev. Canon Samuel D'Amico, retired rector of St. James' Church, Los Angeles, died on Oct. 15 at her home in Lake Forest. She was 97 and had been in poor health for several years. Survivors include her husband of 68 years; their daughter, Ginger Conway; their sons Tony and Roberto; three grandchildren and three great-grandchildren. Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce presided at a memorial service on Oct. 21 at St. George's Episcopal Church in Laguna Hills, where Virginia had shared many years of ministry with her husband and where they attended church on Sundays. An obituary is here.
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 Fall is time for
United Thank Offering ingathering
 DOK to hear of 'Camino' journey
at Fall Assembly The Daughters of the King of the Diocese of Los Angeles will gather for their Fall Assembly on Saturday, Nov. 1 at Prince of Peace Church, 5700 Rudnick Avenue, Woodland Hills. The main speaker will be the Rev. Kelli Grace Kurtz (pictured at left), who will share her experiences walking the Camino de Santiago in Spain earlier this year, inspiring many who followed her journey through her posts on Facebook. Nov. 1 is the Corporate Day of Worship for Daughters of the King, and all Daughters are encouraged to attend this gathering. Check-in hospitality begins at 8:30 a.m. Eucharist at 9:30 a.m. will be followed by the program, ending with lunch at 12:30 p.m. Registration is $15 per person prior to Oct. 28, $20 later and at the door. To register online, visit http://conta.cc/ZH0gaK. For additional information and assistance, contact Christine Budzowski at 310.948.0056 or email dok@ecwlosangeles.org
 Troupe to perform two
short operas at St. Mark's Church, Glendale Chamber Opera Players of Los Angeles, a performance troupe focused on bringing audiences free, short, quirky and fun operas that are accessible for all ages, will present two short operas, including a world premiere, at 8 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 7 and 8 at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, Glendale. The premiere opera is "The Last Silent Voice" by George N. Gianopoulos. This 10 minute opera shows a world in which everyone has lost the ability to speak and therefore communicate. However, one couple remains unaffected. How will they cope in this new world and who will have the last silent voice? The second opera is "Three Sisters Who Are Not Sisters" by Ned Rorem. This opera, which runs about 35 minutes, is a surreal, non-linear murder mystery. Three sisters (who are not sisters) and two brothers (who really are brothers) decide to play a game of murder. The cast includes soprano Ariel Pisturino, baritone E. Scott Levin, tenor Jon Lee Keenan, mezzo-soprano Jessica Mamey, and soprano Christa Stevens. Director is Josh Shaw (artistic director, Pacific Opera Project); accompanist is Stephen Karr (musical director, Pacific Opera Project). Conducted by David Rentz, conductor of the Orange County Symphony. Admission is free; donations will be gratefully accepted. For more information, call 213.260.0007 or visit the website. St. Mark's Episcopal Church is located at 1020 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale 91202.
 L.A. County Supervisor Zev Yaroslavsky to speak at
All Saints, Beverly Hills The Men's Ministry at All Saints Church, Beverly Hills, will present An Evening with Zev Yaroslavsky on Monday, October 27, 6:30 - 9 p.m. The evening will begin with a wine reception at 6:30, followed by dinner at 7 p.m. and the program at 7:30. Tickets to the reception and dinner are $12; there is no charge for the talk. Yaroslavsky is one of the five members of the powerful Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors, who oversee a budget that is higher than that of all but a few states. In November, a successor to Yaroslavsky will be elected, and he will conclude a career of almost 40 years of public service, beginning as a student protester, then serving as executive director of the Southern California council on Soviet Jewry. Turning to politics, he was elected to the Los Angeles City Council at age 26 in 1975 and served until 1994, when he was elected as a supervisor. For reservations, click here. All Saints Church is located at 504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210 (310.275.0123).
 Abundant Table/Join the Farm ministries to celebrate Dia de los Muertos The Abundant Table and Join the Farm ministries in Santa Paula -- projects of the Episcopal campus ministry at Cal State Channel Islands -- will team with Community Roots Garden in Oxnard to present their fourth annual Dia de los Muertos event on Sunday, Oct. 26, 2:30 - 6:30 p.m. The afternoon will include a Dia de los Muertos liturgy led by the Rev. Melissa Campbell-Langdell of All Saints' Episcopal Church, Oxnard, and sharing about the traditions of honoring ancestors and loved ones. Participants are invited to bring ofrendas or memorial offerings to place on the altar, such as photos or posessions of the deceased -- and to harvest marigolds at the farm in their honor. Other activities will include a face painting center, pumpkin carving station (bring your own pumpkin or purchase a farm pumpkin at the garden), garden tours, and traditional food, including apple cider, calabazas dulces, sweetened winter squash and pan dulce (Mexican sweet breads). The event, which is open to all and free of charge (a $10 donation per family will help support the farm and garden) will take place at Community Roots Garden, 1801 Joliet Place, Oxnard 93030. Reservations are requested by Oct. 23: email to Erynn@theabundanttable.org
 The bayou comes to La Verne for St. John's fundraiser St. John's Church, La Verne, invites all to its "Down by the Bayou" fundraiser event on Saturday, Oct. 25, 5 - 8 p.m. The church will provide an enchanted evening of gumbo, sweet tea, hot wings, macaroni and cheese, a silent auction, raffle, music with a DJ, children's activities, dessert auction and bayou trivia in an Autumn garden in support of local charities, the Saint John's youth and young adult trip fund and other vital ministries.Suggested donation is $25 for adults, $5 for children ages 5 - 12. For information, call the church office at 909.596.1321. St. John's is located at 4745 Wheeler Avenue, La Verne 91750.
 Nov. 8 EPF conference to explore situation in Holy Lands Episcopal Peace Fellowship and the Palestine Israel Network invite the diocesan community to "The Stones Cry Out: Responding to the Occupation of Palestine," a one-day conference on Saturday, Nov. 8, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at The Church of Our Saviour, 535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775. Featured speakers will include Dr. Jonathan Kuttab, a human rights lawyer in Israel and Palestine; the Rev. Sandra Olewine, former United Methodist liaison to Jerusalem; and Shakeel Syed, executive director of the Islamic Shura Council of Southern California. The Rev. Allison Liles, EPF's executive director, calls the conference "a perfect embodiment of EPF's history as we call for justice and nonviolent activism in the midst of the most controversial events of our time." The previous night, Friday, Nov. 7 at 7 p.m., a "Peacemakers & Pilgrims Dinner" celebrating 75 years of EPF will be held at Wahib's Middle East Restaurant in Alhambra. Cost for the weekend is $70, or $35 for the Friday dinner and $40 for the Saturday conference. For information, click here, or email to EPF.PIN.LA@gmail.com.
 Sacred Texts in Sacred Places: Jewish Sacred Texts The Guibord Center invites all to learn about the Torah from Rabbi Beau Shapiro as part of its Sacred Texts in Sacred Places series on Sunday, Nov. 9, 3 - 5 p.m. The program will be held in the newly renovated Wilshire Boulevard Temple (pictured), the oldest Jewish synagogue in Los Angeles, founded in 1862 (as Congregation B'nai B'rith). Discover the important contributions of the Jewish community in the history of Los Angeles, expand your knowledge of Judaism, and gain a deeper appreciation and understanding of your own faith. Space is limited. Registration is required: click here. The Wilshire Boulevard Temple is located at 3663 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010. Driving directions, parking information, and protocol will be sent to all registered participants. For further information contact Christine Budzowski at christine@theguibordcenter.org or 310.948.0056
 Workshop will introduce
practice of Centering Prayer Stillpoint: The Center for Christian Spirituality will present a workshop focused on Centering Prayer practice with Philippa (Pippi) Currey, spiritual director and centering prayer practitioner, on Saturday, Nov. 15, 9 a.m - 3 p.m. at St. Mark's Episcopal Church, 1014 East Altadena Drive, Altadena. Currey will guide participants in contemplative prayer using teaching, practice and silence. All levels of experience are welcome, from those who are new to this kind of prayer and those who have been practicing for years. For information and to register, click here. Lunch and books will be available. Cost is $45 for those registering before Oct. 31; $55 thereafter.
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23, 7 p.m.
California's Water Woes: A Christian Perspective
on the Environmental Challenge of Our Times (Part 3)
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
24901 Orchard Village Road, Santa Clarita 91355
Information: 661.259.7307 or here
A presentation from Santa Clarita's water supplier, the Castaic Lake Water Agency. Water Conservation Program Coordinator Stephanie Anagnoson will present timely tips on reducing water usage at home -- watering, sprinkler types, selecting water-wise plants, grass removal incentive program and more. The presentation will be held in St. Stephen's Upstairs Lounge, and will be moderated by Dave Warburton. The program is a presentation of St. Stephen's Adult Formation Committee.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 7 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Richard Selje 'Ride 4 Recovery'
The Gooden Center
95 N. Madison Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Susan Johnson, 626.356.0078, ext. 204
Registration here
The Gooden Center of Pasadena will hold its second annual Ride 4 Recovery, a century bike trek to 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. Riders may choose either a century route (100 miles) or a metric century route (100 kilometers or 62 miles). This year the cycling event has been 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.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
LGBT Summit
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information/Reservations: GALAS@allsaints-pas.org
October 11 was National Coming Out Day. Does "coming out" still matter for lesbians, gays, bisexual and transgender persons? LGBTs and their allies are invited to address the question. Those attending will strategize the future direction of the LGBTQ ministry at All Saints Church. Lunch will be provided. For reservations, email to GALAS@allsaints-pas.org. All Saints Church is located at 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25, 11 a.m.
Funeral: Gene Wekall
St. George's Episcopal Church
808 Foothill Blvd, La Cańada
Bishop J. Jon Bruno will preside. Gene Wekall, husband of the Rev. Ellen Murasaki-Wekall and founder of The Meditation Center, died Oct. 5. An obituary is here.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26, 3 p.m.
Memorial Event: Lawrence 'Larry' and Denise Bressler
Chefs Center of California
45 N San Gabriel Blvd, Pasadena 91107
Information: 626.744.9995.
Lawrence "Larry" Bressler, 50, director of operations at Chefs Center in Pasadena, a project of the Episcopal Housing Alliance, and his wife Denise Bressler, 64, died Oct. 13 from stab wounds allegedly inflicted by a cousin to Larry, who had recently been staying with them. A Pasadena Star-News story about the assault is here.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28, 7 p.m.
'Taking Your Photography to a Higher Level'
with Terry Long
Trinity Episcopal Church
419 South 4th Street, Redlands 92373
Information: 909.793.2014
Taught by Terry Long,professional photographer and University of Redlands art professor. Subjects to be covered include family portraiture, pets, landscapes, photos for insurance, black and white approaches, and advice on choosing your next camera. There is no admission charge; a free will offering will be taken.
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 31, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Halloween 'Trunk or Treat'
St. James' Church Parking Lot
1325 Monterey Road, South Pasadena 91030
Information: 626.799.9194
Come celebrate Halloween! Children can trick-or-treat in the parking lot of St. James'. Trunks of cars will be filled with candy and other goodies! Cotton candy and popcorn will be served. There will be games to play and cartoons on the big screen. Make it a fun and safe Halloween and come to St. James' this Halloween. Those interested in filling their trunks with candy or small toys to hand out
during the event, or helping serve the children may contact the Rev. Brian O'Rourke at bo'rourke@sjcsp.org. The parking lot gates will be closed for the children's safety. Please park on the street and use the crosswalks.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 1 - 5 p.m.
Bingo Afternoon
St. Philip's Episcopal Church
2800 Stanford Avenue, Los Angeles 90011
Information: 323.323.3494
The doors will open at 1 p.m. for Early Bird Bingo buy- ins; regular Bingo starts at 2 p.m. and continues until 5 p.m. Suggested donation is $20 for 15 games; additional cards will be available. Parking is free. Refreshments will be available for purchase.
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SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2 p.m
Organ Concert: Curt Sather
St. Francis Episcopal Church
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates
Information: 310.375.4617 or www.stfrancispv.org
Dr. Curt Sather will perform works by J.S. Bach, and composers of the French Romantic period. There is no admission charge. A free will offering will be taken. A reception will follow the afternoon recital. Sather joined the music family at St. Francis Church in January 2014. He has performed in concert throughout the United States and has played in many of the cathedrals in Europe.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 26, 4 p.m.
Los Angeles Bach Festival: Choral/Orchestra Concert
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Tickets here
Information: mhayes@allsaints-pas.org
The program will feature Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D Major, Orchestral Suite No. 2 in B minor, and the Magnificat. The majestic D Major suite is scored for strings, trumpets, oboes and timpani. In complete contrast, the B minor suite is a "concerto" for solo flute and strings, comprised of several virtuosic dance movements. The festival chorus and soloists will join the orchestra for the second half of the program. Parking will be available at the church's north lot and street; the Plaza las Fuentes will have parking available for $5.
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 4 p.m.
Highland Way Celtic Band
Trinity Episcopal Church
419 South 4th Street, Redlands
information: 909.793.2014
A journey of music, poetry and prayer to remember the ones we have loved and lost. Refreshment reception following the concert. $15 suggested donation per person. Childcare provided. A sculptural living tree will also offer an interactive opportunity for participants to add their own messages or prayers of remembrance.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 5 p.m.
All Saints' Sunday Evensong
All Saints' Episcopal Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
All Saints' Choir & Parish Choir sings Stanford's "Beati quorum via"; Bernard Rose's Preces & Responses; David Willcocks' Magnificat & Nunc dimittis; and Tarik O'Regan's "As We Remember Them." Wine and cheese reception to follow.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 8 p.m.
All Saints Service
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
581 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles 90024
Information: 310.208.6516
The meditative candlelit service will include simple chants/songs sung repeatedly, meditative silence, scripture readings, prayers of thanksgiving and intercession and wonderful music sung by our Choir. A glorious evening of quiet prayer, celebrating the communion of saints, and remembering loved ones in a special way.
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The worship services or events 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
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
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.
WEDNESDAYS, 6 p.m.
Eventide and Supper
All Saints-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
83 Eucalyptus Lane, Santa Barbara 93108
Information: 805.969.4771
The midweek service is at 6:00 p.m. every Wednesday and combines the language, symbols, music, and actions from the rich heritage of the worshiping Church. Eventide has become an important worship opportunity for those wanting a mid-week boost in their spiritual lives and a main worship service for those who prefer this more intimate, casual, yet distinctly Anglican worship experience. Casual supper to follow.
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FOURTH TUESDAYS, 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.
FOURTH 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.
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FIRST SUNDAYS, 9 p.m.
Compline at the Cathedral
St. John's ProCathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles
Information here
A community of prayer for students and young adults. Thirty minutes of candlelight, prayer, stillness and song, followed by food and fellowship. First and third Sundays.
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.
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 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.
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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.
LAKE ARROWHEAD: Organist/Pianist. St. Richard of Chichester Episcopal Church seeks a skilled and experienced organist/pianist to accompany the congregation and small choir with hymns and service music for a 10 a.m. service of Holy Eucharist each Sunday. Organist will choose and perform preludes and postludes, and choose anthems for the choir when needed. Choir rehearses one hour before the service. St. Richard's desires to build its music program and choir; organist will be chiefly responsible for guiding this growth. Church has a two manual Rodgers organ (Cambridge Model 220), a grand piano, and excellent acoustics. Sundays and holy days only; compensation in line with AGO guidelines. Submit cover letter and resume to: priest@strichardsnet.org.
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.
TUSTIN: Parish Administrator. St. Paul's Church seeks a professional parish administrator. This person will oversee sextons, the bookkeeper, and office volunteers. Position requires strong MS Office skills, clear and correct use of language, knowledge of bookkeeping, and a warm, professional manner on the phone and in person. The right person for this job will understand how administration is a ministry, and take a leadership role in organizing the office and the calendar. Full-time, with competitive salary and benefits. Send resume and cover letter to: administrator@stpauls.org.
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