The archbishops of Canterbury and York sign women bishops legislation into law in London on Nov. 17. Photo / ACNS
Church of England votes
final approval of women bishops
The motion was put without debate, with only a simple majority required for approval. After the vote, the archbishops of Canterbury and York signed the measure into law before the whole synod. "Today we can begin to embrace a new way of being the church and moving forward together," said Archbishop of Canterbury Justin Welby. "We will also continue to seek the flourishing of the church of those who disagree."
Four bishop diocesan and five bishop suffragan positions are currently open in the Church of England.
 Applications open for
official youth presence
at General Convention 2015 [Episcopal Church Public Affairs Office] Applications and nominations are now accepted for high school teens to participate in the General Convention Official Youth Presence (GCOYP) at the Episcopal Church's 78th General Convention, to be held June 25 - July 3, 2015 in Salt Lake City, Utah. In collaboration with the General Convention office and the president of the House of Deputies, the office for Youth Ministries is coordinating the application and discernment process for high-school teens to become a part of the GCOYP. More information, applications and nomination forms are available here.
 Diocesan offices to close for Thanksgiving holiday
Diocesan offices at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul will be closed on Thursday and Friday, Nov. 27 - 28, for the Thanksgiving holiday.
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Diocesan Convention will be held Friday - Saturday, Dec. 5 - 6 at the Ontario Convention Center.
Candidates for diocesan office
Photos, biographies and statements from candidates for diocesan office have been posted on the website, starting here.
Monday, Nov. 24 is the deadline for candidate information to be posted to the convention pages of the website. The deadline for submitting candidate information for the convention booklet has passed. 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, Nov. 30. 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.
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 Memorial service for
George Cummings set A memorial service of Holy Eucharist for the Rev. Canon George W. Cummings will be celebrated at the Church of Our Saviour, 535 West Roses Road, San Gabriel, at 2 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 21. Clergy are invited to participate (alb and white stole; please call the church at 626.282.5147 to reserve a place). Bishop J. Jon Bruno will preside; Gary Bradley, rector of Our Saviour, will preach and family members will offer remembrances. Cummings, who was the 12th rector of Our Saviour (1965-1972), administrator of the Kensington (The Episcopal Home) (1972-2001), and secretary of convention of the diocese (1987-2006), died Oct. 13; full obituary here.
Late parishioner's photos
are subject of exhibit in Santa Ana
The Legal Aid Society of Orange County is hosting an exhibit of the photographic art of the late Larry Adkins, a longtime parishioner at Church of the Messiah in Santa Ana. Adkins was a physicist who worked at Rockwell International in Anaheim and a self-trained astronomer who taught at Cerritos Community College for many years. To view the exhibit, which is free and open to the public, visit the Legal Aid Society of Orange County at 2101 N. Tustin Avenue, Santa Ana, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.. Monday through Friday. The photographs in the exhibit may be purchased and all proceeds will be donated to the Legal Aid Society.
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 Vigil to remember
students killed in Mexico All Saints Episcopal Church/Iglesia Episcopal de Todos Los Santos, Oxnard, will hold a bilingual prayer vigil for 43 students killed in Mexico recently, with prayers for peace and just leadership in that region, at 6 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 21. For information, call All Saints Church at 805.483.2347. The church is located at 144 S C Street, Oxnard 93030.
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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Convention Youth Volunteer Training
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information: 213.482.2040
The Program Group on Youth and Young Adult Ministries invites young people in high school (grades 9 - 12) to volunteer as workers at Diocesan Convention. The youth fulfill a number of essential roles, including security at the doors, staffing the microphones, distributing and collecting ballots, and generally keeping the meeting running. The training is mandatory for youth who are volunteering at convention. Transportation help is available for those living at a distance from the Cathedral Center. Read more here.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 5 p.m.
'Holidays by-the-Sea' Dinner & Silent Auction
St. Clement's Episcopal Church
202 Avenida Aragon, San Clemente 92672
Reservations/Raffle Tickets: 949.492.3401
This fundraising event will begin with an appetizers-and-champagne reception and silent auction, followed by dinner hosted by Rocco's Restaurant and a raffle. Cost for the event is $35 per person; raffle tickets are $5 each or six for $25.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 6 p.m.
Staged Reading: 'The Outermost House'
St. James' Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3417 or here
Written by Cynthia L. Cooper, based on the writings of Henry Beston. With Chuck Moffitt and Sterling Young, and James Clark, cello. Directed by Catherine Roskam, bishop-in-charge at St. James' Church. Stage manager is Emily Abbott.
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 7 a.m. prep, 11 a.m. dinner
Thanksgiving Feast
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information: Francisco Torrero, 213.482.2040 or ftor1@sbcglobal.net
Sponsored by the Cathedral Center Congregation of St. Athanasius and the bishops of the diocese. The congregation is seeking volunteers to prepare, serve and clean up after the meal. Preparation will begin at 7 a.m. Eucharist is scheduled for 10:30 a.m., and food service will begin at 12 noon and end at about 3 p.m. Food and monetary donations are welcome. To volunteer or to donate food, contact coordinator Francisco Torrero at 213.482.2040 or ftor1@sbcglobal.net. Monetary donations may be sent to the Congregation of St. Athanasius (please denote "Thanksgiving meal" in the memo line), c/o the Rev. Frank Alton at the Cathedral Center.
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SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 6 p.m.
Staged Reading: 'The Outermost House'
St. James' Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3417 or www.saintjamesla.org
Written by Cynthia L. Cooper, based on the writings of Henry Beston. With Chuck Moffitt and Sterling Young, and James Clark, cello. Directed by Catherine Roskam, bishop-in-charge at St. James' Church. Stage manager is Emily Abbott.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 7:30 p.m.
Compline
St. James' Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3015
Schola Cantorum of St. James', James Buonemani, director. Free.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 7 p.m.
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Congregation B'nai Emet
9 West Bonita Drive, Simi Valley
Information: Deacon Sarah Kitch, 805.526.5141, or www.stfrancischurchofsimi.org
Sponsored by Congregation B'nai Emet and St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church, Simi Valley.
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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 7:30 p.m.
Thanksgiving Eve Service
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Debbie Daniels, 626.583.2750 or ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org
Prepare for your holiday weekend with family and friends with a centering Eucharist on Thanksgiving Eve. Janine Schenone will offer the meditation. Members of Canterbury and Coventry Choirs offer music. Child care provided. All are welcome to attend this beautiful, reflective service.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 7:30 p.m.
Interfaith Thanksgiving Service
Unitarian Universalist Church
12355 Moorpark, Studio City
Benefiting the North Hollywood Interfaith Food Pantry, the service will include a variety of participants from congregations in the area representing many different faith traditions, including St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church, Studio City. All are encouraged to bring donations for the food pantry and drop them off in the truck outside. An offering benefiting the food pantry will also be collected during the service.
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 10 a.m.
Thanksgiving Day Service
All Saints/Todos los Santos Episcopal Church
144 S. C Street, Oxnard 93030
Information: 805.483-2347
Let us give thanks for our many blessings! We welcome you to come give thanks with the Great Thanksgiving before you chow down!
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 3 p.m.
5th Annual Community Sing-A-Long Messiah
St. Cross Episcopal Church
1818 Monterey Blvd, Hermosa Beach 90254
Information: 310.376.8989
Join us and sing along to Handel's Messiah as we welcome the Advent Season. Featuring the St. Cross Episcopal Church Chancel Choir, guest soloists and the North Torrance Youth Symphony Orchestra, this is a free community event, followed by a light reception in the Parish Hall. Scores available for rental. A good will offering will be taken. Free Parking available.
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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.
MONDAYS, 5 - 5:30 p.m.
Lectio Divina Centering Prayer
St. Mary's Episcopal Church
428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651
Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org
Lectio Divina is the ancient practice of holy listening to scripture. A passage from the upcoming Sunday lessons is read and in silent prayer we are gradually lead from mind to heart taking the word of God deeper and deeper into the self. Followed by Centering Prayer (see listing below).
MONDAYS, 5:30 - 6 p.m.
Centering Prayer
St. Mary's Episcopal Church
428 Park Avenue, Laguna Beach 92651
Information: 949.494.3542 or parishoffice@stmaryslb.org
Preceded by Lectio Divina (see listing above).
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. (Nov. 25)
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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FIRST WEDNESDAYS, 7 p.m. (Dec. 3)
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.
FIRST SUNDAYS, 9 p.m. (Dec. 7)
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.
SECOND WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 p.m. (Dec. 10)
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. (Dec. 10)
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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New issue of
The Episcopal News is online
The Fall 2014 issue of The Episcopal News magazine, publication of the Diocese of Los Angeles, is now available for reading or printing here.
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'We are a gentle, loving people singing for our lives' by Malcolm Boyd
Fascinating how past and present political movements merge when we cast our votes on Election Day. We just had such a day. Events, large and small, became history.
Read more here.
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Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
December 26, 2015 - January 5, 2016Join Lutheran Bishop Guy Erwin and tour organizer the Rev. Canon Jim Newman in the Holy Land. Sites include Bethlehem, Nazareth and Jerusalem, the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, the Jordan River, and the mysterious stone city of Petra. Space is limited: send in reservation form and deposit as soon as possible. Eleven days, departing from Los Angeles on Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015, and returning on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016. The cost from Los Angeles is $4148. For more information contact Newman at 310.391.5522, 888.802.6722 (toll-free) or stbedesla@yahoo.com. More information here. To download a brochure, click here.
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EMPLOYMENT
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.
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