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 Bishop announces appointment of treasurer, chancellor, vice chancellor
Bishop J. Jon Bruno announced on Jan. 28 that the Corporation of the Diocese has elected the Rev. Kirby Smith, vicar of St. Luke's of-the-Mountains, La Crescenta, as treasurer of the diocese, and that he has appointed the Rev. James Prendergast of St. James' Church, South Pasadena, as chancellor of the diocese. He also  announced that Julie Dean Larsen of Faith Church, Laguna Niguel, has accepted his appointment as vice chancellor. The bishop made the announcement in a letter sent to clergy and lay leaders.
Smith (pictured at top left) succeeds previous treasurer Larry Sawyer, a member of St. Clement's Church, San Clemente, who retired at the end of  2014 after serving for eight years. Prendergast (center left) succeeds John Shiner of St. Matthew's Church, Pacific Palisades, who retired after more than a decade as chancellor. The chancellor and vice chancellors oversee legal matters for the diocese.
The text of Bruno's letter and biographies of the new treasurer, chancellor and vice chancellor are here.
Birdsall Lecture focuses on 'Jerusalem Epiphanies' Retired U.S. Ambassador Warren Clark, executive director of the Washington D.C.-based Churches for Middle East Peace, spoke on "Jerusalem Epiphanies" at the first Birdsall Lecture on Jan. 24. Clark, who is an Episcopalian, outlined the history of Israel and Palestine and some of the historical forces that have led to divisions today, and engaged the audience in a discussion of efforts to facilitate peace in the Holy Lands. Bishop J. Jon Bruno described his experience working with Palestinian Anglicans in the Diocese of Jerusalem and the Middle East, with which the Diocese of Los Angeles shares a companion relationship. Trent Pettit of St. James' Church, South Pasadena, and Summer Torrero of St. Athanasius', Los Angeles, described their experiences as part of, respectively, the 2014 young adult pilgrimage and the 2011 youth pilgrimage to the Holy Lands.
The Elias Birdsall Lectures are named for the first priest of the congregation of St. Athanasius, which is celebrating its 150th year of ministry in Los Angeles. The second lecture, titled "The Episcopal Church and the American Experience," will focus on church history. It will be held on Saturday, Feb. 28, 10 a.m. at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul. For information, contact the diocese's office of community relations at media@ladiocese.org or 213.482.2040, ext. 240.
Church of England ordains, consecrates
Libby Lane as first female bishop
 Bishop's Ball is this Saturday, Jan. 31
in Los Angeles The annual Bishops' Ball for high-school age youth of the diocese will be held on Saturday, Jan. 31, 7 - 10 p.m. at St. Mary's Church, 961 S. Mariposa Avenue, Los Angeles 90006. The Bishops' Ball features music, food, games and fellowship. It is being coordinated this year by the Rev. Nancy Frausto of St. Mary's and sponsored by the Trinity and St. Mary's youth group. The theme for the event is inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel The Great Gatsby (the image above is from the 2013 film version of the story). The sponsors invite young people of the diocese (grades 9 - 12), along with their youth group leaders and chaperones, to come "dressed to impress" in 1920s style. Cost is $10 per person, to be collected at the door. For further information, contact Yecenia at yecci5@gmail.com.
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 Communication workshop series
set for congregationsFirst session is this Saturday, Jan. 31
 Learn to program at
Holy Coding courses
for kids, adults at St. James', Newport Beach- Learning to Code with Minecraft (college credit available);
- Introduction to Computer Programming Using Scratch;
- Introduction to HTML/CSS by Building Personal Websites;
- Introduction to JavaScript by Coding Cool Animations;
- Introduction to Gaming Using Stencyl;
- Introduction to Python by Coding Classic Games;
- iOS Mobile App Development with Swift.
Information, pricing, and registration for all classes may be found here. St. James the Great Church is located at 3209 Via Lido, Newport Beach 92663. For information, call 949.675.0210.
 Sensational food, plus silent
and live auctions to highlight
Hillsides annual gala Hillsides, a premier provider of child welfare services based in Pasadena, will hold its annual gala at The Langham Huntington Hotel, Pasadena, on Saturday, Feb. 28, beginning at 5:30 p.m. The theme of this year's gala is Hillsides Uncorked! and will be co-chaired by Robert and Deborah Simon, owners of the Bistro 45 and a/k/a Bistro restaurants in Pasadena -- which mean the food will be outstanding, according to a Hillsides release. "This annual event is the largest fundraiser of the year, raising needed funds to create lasting change in the lives of the almost 9,000 children and families Hillsides serves," said Hillsides Chief Executive Officer Joseph M. Costa. Hillsides Uncorked! also will provide dancing, a silent auction, and a live auction emceed by NBC4 weathercaster Fritz Coleman (pictured in action at last year's event). Tickets to Hillsides Uncorked! are $300 per person; sponsorships are also available. For tickets or more information on the gala, visit www.hillsides.org or contact Bernie Gore, Hillsides special events coordinator, at 323.543.2800, ext. 253, or bgore@hillsides.org. Hillsides has been an institution of the Diocese of Los Angeles since it was founded in 1913 by Deaconess Evelyn Wile as an Episcopal orphanage.
 Interfaith council invites Orange County teens to youth festival, forum The Interfaith Youth Council of Orange County invites young people from various faith traditions to take part in its Teen Faith Festival and Interfaith Youth Forum on March 14 and 15. Both events will be held this year at Episcopal churches. The second annual Teen Faith Festival, which will feature young people expressing their faith through art, dance and song, will take place on Saturday, March 14 at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 1221 Wass Street, Tustin. The event will include an art show and performance showcase. High school-age youth may submit original artworks; submission instructions are here. The Faith Festival will be followed on Sunday, March 15 by the 11th annual Interfaith Youth Forum, at which teens will have opportunities to express their faith through dialogue. Participants will be seated in groups of eight, with an adult leader, and discuss specific questions; this year's theme is "Science and Religion in the 21st Century." (Dialogue questions are here.) For more information about the Interfaith Youth Festival and Forum, click here or contact Mike Penn at mpenn_iycoc@outlook.com.
 Shrove Tuesday pancake supper, Ash Wednesday "Ashes to Go" planned at Yucca Valley church St. Joseph of Arimathea Episcopal Church in Yucca Valley invites the public to a pancake supper on Shrove Tuesday (Fat Tuesday) from 5 to 7 p.m. on Feb. 17. For $5, pancakes, sausages, and drinks will be provided. Proceeds will benefit the Yucca Valley Community' Center for Healthy Generations. On Ash Wednesday, Feb. 18, the Rev. Jane Crase, vicar of St. Joseph's, will provide "Ashes to Go" from noon to 2 p.m. in front of the Yucca Valley post office. Church services will also be provided at 6 p.m. at St. Joseph's, located at the corner of Church Street and Onaga Trail in Yucca Valley. For further information, call 760.413.2791.
 CARA Ministries to
offer Lenten retreat CARA Ministries will offer "A Conversation at the Well," a retreat for women, on Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at St. Paul's Episcopal Church, 242 E. Alvarado Street, Pomona. The registration fee of $50 ($60 after Feb. 28) includes lunch. For information, call 909.973.6012 or email to CaraMinistries@hotmail.com. A flyer with registration form is here.
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This week around the diocese ...
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SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 7 - 10 p.m.
The Bishops' Ball
St. Mary's Episcopal Church
961 S. Mariposa Avenue, Los Angeles 90006
Information: Yecenia at yecci5@gmail.com
Theme for the event, which will be coordinated by the Rev. Nancy Frausto of St. Mary's, is inspired by F. Scott Fitzgerald's classic novel The Great Gatsby. The Bishops' Ball has traditionally featured music, food, games and fellowship. All youth of the diocese (grades 9 - 12), with their leaders, are invited to attend. Tickets: $10.
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Deanery 7 Education Day: 'Sunday will never be the same'
Trinity Episcopal Church
419 S. Fourth Street, Redlands 92373
Information/Registration: here or priest@stjohnsweb.org
Deanery 7's third annual Education Day will focus on "what we do on Sunday in our churches." The goal is to explore ways to make churches welcoming places. This conference, which is well suited for vestry and bishop's committee members and other church leaders, is open to the entire diocese. A registration fee of $6 includes lunch and the book Seeking Christ in Our Guests: A Guide to Church Hospitality by David P. Seifert. Childcare will be provided.
SATURDAY - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7 - 8
Soul & Synapse Retreat: The Integration
of Science and Spirituality, with Dan Siegel
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Jamie Hebert at jhebert@allsaints-pas.org
Registration here
In this contemplative retreat, through the learning and use of current meditation and mindfulness practices, participants will explore the integration of science and spirituality and experience the ways in which their inner subjective lives, interpersonal relationships, and objective empirical knowledge can be woven together to illuminate the importance of meaning, connection, and equanimity. Using experiential exercises engaging the deep nature of subjective inner and interpersonal lives, participants will address such questions as: why does feeling a part of "a larger whole" matter so much, and why does not simply living as an isolated self, limited to our skin-defined boundaries, improve our immune system functioning? What are the scientific insights that reveal why a spiritual life with meaning and connection is "good for you"? Participants will learn how to use their mind in integrative ways in order to transform their lives. Cost is $150. Hours: Saturday, Feb. 7, 2 - 6 p.m., and Sunday, Feb. 8, 1:30 - 7 p.m.
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 7:30 p.m.
Pianist Zeynep Ucbasaran 'Liszt in Istanbul'
St. Mark's in-the-Valley Episcopal Church
2901 Nojoqui Ave, Los Olivos 93441
Information: 805.688.4454 or www.SMITV.org
Zeynep Ucbasaran, a concert pianist from Istanbul now based in Santa Barbara, will perform her impressive "Liszt in Istanbul" repertoire. Franz Liszt (1811 -1886) was a Hungarian composer, virtuoso pianist, conductor and teacher. Liszt's music is known for its poetic, romantic nature. Also featuring music by Chopin and C.M. Von Weber. Tickets: $40 (preferred seating); $20 (general seating); $10 (students with I.D.). Advance ticket purchase recommended. Three-concert season tickets available. Part of the 35th annual Schoolhouse Music chamber concert series.
SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 7 p.m.
A Valentine Cabaret with Jeannie Cobb
St. Francis Episcopal Church
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates 90274
Information: 310.375.4617
Featuring Jeannie Cobb, soprano, director of music, youth and arts at St. Francis, accompanied by Curt Sather on piano with special guests Clayton Cobb, mandolin, and Steve Kinigstein, guitar, performing love songs from the classical and theater repertoires. Presented by the St. Francis Music Ministries. Light refreshments and coffee will be served during the musical presentation. Wine will be available for purchase. There is no admission charge. Donations are welcome in support of the music ministries at St. Francis.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 4:30 p.m.
Jazz Vespers: Theodicy Jazz Collective
St. James In the City Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd, Los Angeles
Information: Lauren Azeltine, 213.388.3417 x104 or lazeltine@saintjamesla.org
Join the Rev. Andrew Barnett, jazz pianist and leader of internationally-renowned Theodicy Jazz Collective. Inspired by jazz, blues, gospel, traditional hymns, and world music, Theodicy is committed to making justice real through the creative, spiritual power of music. Theodicy brings voices from the margins of society into the center of traditional liturgy to explore the theological questions of the twenty-first century by using the jazz principles of community, flexibility, and listening to help the church thrive in this rapidly changing world. Theodicy has been featured at the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Trinity Wall Street, Canterbury Cathedral, on National Public Radio, at Cambridge, Oxford, and Yale Universities, Oberlin Conservatory, and in communities across England and the United States. This event is free; a reception will follow the service.
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 8 p.m.
Concert: The Broadway Boys
The Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Tickets: www.broadwayboysinla.com or OvationTix, 866.811.4111
The Broadway Boys, a group of Broadway's finest male singers perform in an intimate concert, adding elements of pop, funk, gospel and jazz to traditional show tunes Proceeds from the concert will benefit the St. Athanasius Food Bank which each week serves more than 400 families in the Echo Park area. Broadway Boys singers have performed in such shows as The Book of Mormon, Wicked, Kinky Boots, Motown, Rent, Jersey Boys, Mama Mia, Mary Poppins, Hair, Altar Boyz, Rock of Ages, Hairspray, Once and many more. Their first album, "Lullaby of Broadway," debuted at #6 on the iTunes singer/songwriter chart. Their second album, "Hark!" was released in November 2014. Tickets: $35, or $50 with a meet-and-greet reception after the performance.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 1:30 p.m.
The Greats Greatly Grounded: Jeffrey Parola, organ
St. Thomas the Apostle Church
7501 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles 90046
Information: 323.876.2102
Jeffrey Parola, organist/choirmaster at St. Thomas's Church, plays the St. Thomas Memorial Organ in a recital of works by Bach, Elgar, Messiaen, Mathias, and Widor, with interspersed humorous, dramatic readings of criticisms of, and by, the composers featured. While most of the composers on this program are considered to be "great" in hindsight, they all were subject to criticism in their day, and they, too, were often harshly critical of other artists. It will be an afternoon of great music humanized with humor. Free admission; donations gratefully accepted to benefit the parish of St. Thomas the Apostle and music program
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 4:30 p.m.
Solemn Evensong
St. James' Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3015
Choir of St. James'; James Buonemani, director. Free. Followed by organ recital (see listing below).
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 5 p.m.
Contemplative Evening Eucharist
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Debbie Daniels, 626.583.2750
or ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org.
Enjoy music, silence and the beauty of All Saints' architecture. Open yourself to the blessings of joy, healing and peace. Canterbury Choir offers music of Hopkins and Phillips conducted by Szymon Grab and James Walker, who will also offer Reverie by Claude Debussy. Francisco Garcia will celebrate. Child care will be available.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 6 p.m.
Organ recital: Marvin Mills
St. James' Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3015
Preceded by Solemn Evensong at 4:30 p.m. (see listing above). Free.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 6 p.m.
Evensong: 'A Rare and Mystical Beauty'
Church of the Messiah
614 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana 92701
This largely choral service highlights the music of the Anglican cathedral tradition, where the message is illuminated through choral music, chant, readings, and hymns. Guest organist is David Pulliam, organist and choirmaster at Christ Church Episcopal Cathedral in Springfield, Mass., and a featured performer nationwide. With brass, timpani and organ, Messiah's choir will sing music by Morten Lauridsen, David Hogan, and John Ireland. Abel Lopez, rector, will offer a meditation. A dinner reception will follow in the parish hall. All are welcome.
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Recurring Services ...
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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 led 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.
THURSDAYS, 8:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Gregorian Chant Ensemble Rehearsal
St. James' Episcopal Church
3209 Via Lido, Newport Beach
Information: 949.675.0210.
Ensemble members learn to read original Gregorian notation, and sing the beautiful meditative Latin settings of Vespers and Compline.
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FOURTH WEDNESDAYS, 7 p.m. (Jan. 28)
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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FIRST SUNDAYS, 12 noon (Feb. 1)
Walking the Virtual Labyrinth
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
1145 West Valencia Mesa Drive, Fullerton
Information: paulnanita@sbcglobal.net
Walk the virtual labyrinth in the parish hall on the first and third Sundays of each month. Led by the Rev. Canon Paul Edwards.
FIRST SUNDAYS, 9 p.m. (Feb. 1)
Compline at the Cathedral
St. John's ProCathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles
Information: stjohnsla.org/compline
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. (Feb. 4)
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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