Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori presided and preached at the opening Eucharist of the National Association of Episcopal Schools biennial conference on Nov. 20. She was assisted by Deacon Lee Harris and Colin Senise, both of St. Mark's Episcopal School, Upland. Photo/Janet Kawamoto
Local schools welcome Episcopal educators' meeting
Students, staff and teachers of church-related schools in the Diocese of Los Angeles joined Bishop J. Jon Bruno and Bishop Suffragan Mary D. Glasspool to welcome the National Association of Episcopal Schools to Anaheim for the opening Eucharist of its biennial conference Nov. 20. The meeting featured talks by Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori and basketball legend Earvin "Magic" Johnson. Read more here.
 Bishop names human rights attorney to diocesan staff Bishop J. Jon Bruno has appointed Troy Elder, an attorney specializing in human rights, to serve as Bishop's Legate for Global Partnership, a part-time position on the staff of the Diocese of Los Angeles. In this role, Elder will work closely with Diocesan Council's Program Group on Global Partnership, supporting initiatives including the Diocese's companion relationships with Jerusalem and El Salvador, outreach to child refugees, and raising awareness of emerging and ongoing opportunities for international service. Read more here.
Religious leaders set objectives for 2015
The Los Angeles Council of Religious Leaders, chaired by Bishop J. Jon Bruno, with membership representing local Abrahamic faith communities, has issued a letter, titled "Thankfulness and Faithfulness, that includes an invitation for consultation around issues of common cause within Greater Los Angeles. The leaders, who also include Bishop Suffragan Mary Glasspool, call for "leadership and stewardship" in the ares of immigration reform and child refugees; racism prevention; affordable housing; employment and empowerment for youth; climate change; and interfaith cooperation.
The leaders envision a series of quarterly roundtable discussions, the first of which will be an observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day at 10 a.m. on Monday, Jan. 19 at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul, 840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles. All are invited.
Full text of the statement is 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.
Some offices also will be closed on Friday, Dec. 5 as staff members will be attending Diocesan Convention (see below).
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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.
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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 Richard Felton called to lead stewardship network After a nationwide search, the Episcopal Network on Stewardship (TENS) announced Nov. 24 that it has called Richard Felton as its new executive director. Felton has more than 30 years experience in stewardship, fundraising, and marketing. A life-long Episcopalian, he grew up at Church of the Ascension in Sierra Madre. As an adult he joined All Saints Church, Pasadena, with his wife and children. He served as junior and senior Warden and co-chaired the committee that guided the renovation of the church's sanctuary. For nine years, Felton was vice president for institutional advancement at the Church Divinity School of the Pacific, the Episcopal seminary in Berkeley, California. In that role, he guided the beginning of a successful capital campaign that raised more than $15 million for building renovation and endowment.
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 Program at St. Alban's,
Westwood, to feature
new book on Watts Towers
As part of its "Faith & Reason" series of lectures, St. Alban's Episcopal Church, Westwood (Los Angeles) will present a discussion of the Watts Towers, centered on the newly published book Sabato Rodia's Towers in Watts: Art, Migrations, Development on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 4 p.m. The book (NY: Fordham University Press, 2014) presents the extraordinary Watts Towers, a national historic landmark created over three decades by Italian immigrant laborer Sabato Rodia, who wanted to "do something big." Gathering bits of glass, tile, shells, along streets, beaches, and railroad tracks, he pursued his magnificent obsession, turning trash into treasure. The volume also tells of the Watts Towers Common Ground Initiative, whereby scholars, artists, civic authorities, conservators, and others - voices not always in harmony - have come together to create common cause around the monument. These new voices, as well as Rodia's own words (transcribed from sound recordings at UCLA Research Library's Special Collections for the first time), return us to the mysteries that remain around the man and his artwork: What are they? Why did he build them? Why is a new generation rallying around this L.A. icon? Luisa Del Giudice, editor, coordinator of the initiative, and St. Alban's parishioner, will share a slide-illustrated book presentation and discuss future plans for the landmark. A book signing and reception will follow the presentation. St. Alban's Church is located at 580 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles. More information is here.
 Learn to make and use
an Anglican rosary at
Hollywood workshop
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, Hollywood, will present an Anglican Rosary Workshop on Saturday, Dec. 13, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Participants will learn about the history, structure, and development of the Anglican Rosary as well as several ways to use this set of prayer beads as a tool for organizing time of prayer and as a means for entering into contemplative prayer and initiating silence in meditation. They will make their own Anglican rosaries, and meet new friends and fellow travelers on the journey. Cost is $25, which includes lunch and materials. Advance registration is requested: click here and select "Donate." St. Stephen's Church is located at 6125 Carlos Avenue, Hollywood (Los Angeles).
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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.
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 4 p.m.
Faith & Reason Series: The Watts Towers
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
580 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles 90024
Information here
Sabato Rodia's Towers in Watts: Art, Migrations, Development (NY: Fordham University Press, 2014) presents the extraordinary Watts Towers, a national historic landmark created over three decades by Italian immigrant laborer Sabato Rodia, who wanted to "do something big." Gathering bits of glass, tile, shells, along streets, beaches, and railroad tracks, he pursued his magnificent obsession, turning trash into treasure. Luisa Del Giudice, editor, coordinator of the initiative, and St. Alban's parishioner, will share a slide-illustrated book presentation and discuss future plans for the landmark. Followed by book signing and reception.
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FRIDAY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5 - 6
Diocesan Convention
Ontario Convention Center
200 E. Convention Center Way, Ontario
Information: here or 213.482.2040
"Horizons & Heritage" will be the theme of Diocesan Convention, the annual meeting of the clergy and congregations of the diocese. As part of the agenda, convention delegates and visitors will view three videos on the history of the Episcopal Church in the Southland. Convention delegates and clergy will hear reports of work done over the last year by the bishops, institutions and organizations of the diocese. Delegates will vote for diocesan officers to serve on Diocesan Council, the Standing Committee, Diocesan Investment Trust and several other boards and committees. Candidates' biographies, statements and photos have been posted on the convention page of the diocesan website, which is also where elected lay delegates and alternates, clergy, volunteers and exhibitors will find detailed information, instructions, forms, deadlines and just about everything else they need to know about convention. Visitors are welcome to attend convention, listen in on legislative sessions, and visit the exhibit hall, where ministries will have booths displaying their work and exhibitors will offer a variety of goods for sale. Visitor information also is available on the convention website.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
Alternative Christmas Market
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: 626.796.1172
The Alternative Christmas Market (ACM) reclaims the spirit of Christmas by offering an alternative to the consumer frenzy that has overtaken the Christmas season. ACM brings together non-profit organizations that address social issues on a local, national, and international level to give you the opportunity to participate in socially conscious gift giving. Enjoy the market on Dec. 7, 8 a.m. - 1:30 p.m., and delight in some yummy Mama's Hot Tamales. Shopping list and catalog here.
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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!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 5 p.m.
Advent Lessons & Carols and Candlelight Eucharist
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
1221 Wass Street, Tustin
Information: www.stpauls.org or 714.544.3141
Music will be provided by the Chancel Choir and accompanied by oboe, cello and the newly installed organ. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall.
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.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 5 p.m.
Advent Procession of Lessons & Carols
St. Wilfrid of York Episcopal Church
18631 Chapel Lane, Huntington Beach 92646
Information: 714.962.7512
The Choir of St. Wilfrid's offers this service after their summer residency at St. Paul's Cathedral, London. This spectacular choral tradition begins in darkness at the west door of the church as we await the coming of our Lord through magnificent scripture and song.
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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 6 - 7:30 p.m.
Holiday Concert and Gift Shop Open House
Good Samaritan Hospital
616 S. Witmer Avenue, Los Angeles 90017
Information: Jerry Anderson, 213.482.2739, janderso@goodsam.org or David Burns, 213.840.2310 or dburns@goodsam.org
"Music for Healing" concert, sponsored by the chaplain's office at Good Samaritan. Featuring Linda Jackson (opera vocalist), David Burns (piano), Road to Him (a Korean ensemble), Liz Navarato (jazz vocalist), Ensemble Ten (chamber orchestra), Gordon Halligan (flute), Hui Hui Mothersbaugh (piano) and other artists. Plus a carol sing-a-long. The hospital cafeteria will be open, so come early to eat before the event. Attire; holiday casual. Valet and self parking is $7.
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 4, 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
An Advent Evening Apart
St. George's Episcopal Church
808 Foothill Blvd., La Cańada 91011
InformationReservations: carolwawrychuk@gmail.com or Cherie McSweeney, 818.790.3842, ext. 12
The doors of the church will open at 6:15 for a contemplative evening of music designed to refresh the spirit of people caught up in the secular stress encountered during the Christmas season. A labyrinth, anointing prayer, art table, and Advent readings for private reflection will be made available. Music will be provided by Georgic Avanesian, acoustic guitar, with vocals by Daniel Chaney, tenor, from the L.A. Master Chorale. Childcare can be made available upon advance request.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 4 p.m.
Annual Christmas Concert
St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
6201 E. Willow Street, Long Beach 90815
Information: 562.420.1311
Performed by the Chancel Choir and friends. You won't want to miss this special beginning to the holiday season. The concert will end with everyone joining in singing the Hallelujah Chorus from Handel's Messiah.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 4 p.m.
George Frideric Handel's Messiah
St. James the Great Episcopal Church
3209 Via Lido, Newport Beach
Information: 949.675.0210
Dr. Charles Cheatham will conduct the Episcopal Chorale Society and the Laguna Beach Chorale, with orchestra, Daniel Resch (organ) and Michael Denison (harpsichord). Tickets will be sold at the door; $15 for general admission, and $10 for students and seniors. A reception will follow in the Great Hall. Free childcare will be provided. Parking is free in the church lots south of 32nd Street; there is metered parking on all streets in the area, as well as the city lot next to the church lots. People with mobility limitations may be dropped off and picked up at the front gate on 32nd Street.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 5 p.m.
An Advent Festival of Lessons and Carols
All Saints' Episcopal Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
A seasonal favorite including G. P. Palestrina, "Advent Responsory"; Philip Ledger, "Adam lay ybounden"; Christopher Tye, "The Lord will come and not be slow"; Herbert Howells, "A Spotless Rose"; Goudimel, "Comfort, comfort ye my people"; Craig Phillips, "Rejoice and Exult"; arr. Cleobury, "Joy's Seven"; and Lee Hoiby, "Magnificat". Wine and cheese reception to follow.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 5 p.m.
Advent Taizé: Lessons and Chants
St Luke's Episcopal Church
7th & Atlantic, Long Beach
Information: 562.436.4047 or here
St. Luke's invites you to a special service of Lessons and Chants, a mini-version of the Lessons and Carols Service. Short readings and simple chants reflect the meaning of the Advent Season; the coming of the Light, the coming of the Christ Child. Spend a quiet hour with us in prayer, music, readings, and silence in the candle-lit softness of the church sanctuary.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 5 p.m.
Advent Lessons & Carols
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
580 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles (Westwood)
Information: 310.208.6516
The Rev. Susan Klein will preside. This candle-lit Advent service consists of scripture readings, choral anthems, and hymns taken from the Advent season, proclaiming hope to a world waiting in darkness. This year's service will feature choral music by Palestrina, Wood, Handel, Stainer, Rütti, Goldschmidt, Hassler and Willan. Modeled after a service at King's College, Cambridge, this beautiful event has been offered annually at St. Alban's for decades. Parking is available in the lot behind the church or in UCLA Lot #2 (tickets to the lot are free).
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 5 p.m.
Advent Festival of Lessons & Carols
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: 626.583.2750 or ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org
In the warm ambience of the candlelit church, Coventry Choir offers motets, carols and canticles of intense, mystical beauty. A meditation by Rector Ed Bacon focuses on the meaning of the coming of the Christ in a contemporary context. The choir, directed by James Walker, will perform music of Betinis, Ferko, Sweelinck, Brahms, Biebl and James Walker. Child care provided.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 5 p.m.
Jazz Vespers with the Rev. Norm Freeman
St Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church
280 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley
Information: 805.526.5141
A reception will follow the service.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 7, 7:30 p.m.
Service of Lessons and Carols
St. Edmund's Episcopal Church
1175 S. San Gabriel Blvd., San Marino 91108
Information: 626.793.9167
The Chancel Choir, joined by guests from the Los Angeles Opera and Master Chorale, will perform carols and anthems by Helevey, Todd, Chilcott and Vaughan-Williams. St. Edmund's Organist and Choirmaster Robert Hovencamp will direct the choir and perform Alexander Guilmant's March on a Theme of Handel on St. Edmund's Aeolian-Skinner/Rosales pipe organ. The program includes Advent hymns and carols sung by the congregation and choir, as well as scripture readings for the Advent and Christmas season. The Rev. Canon George F. Woodward III will preside. There will be a festive reception following the performance. The concert is free, and there is ample parking.
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 6 p.m.
Homeless Memorial Service
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: 626.583.2721 or jserrano@allsaints-pas.org
Tuesday, Dec. 9, 6:00 p.m. in the Church. Each year, thousands of homeless men and women die on the streets of our nation due to illness, exposure or violence, many from our very own community of Pasadena. These individuals die without the dignity and respect they deserve. Please join us to honor and acknowledge their lives and membership in the human family. Charleen Crean will preach; Jon Dephouse will celebrate. A reception will follow in Sweetland Hall.
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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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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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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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