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Bishop Bruno asks for
'water tithe' in Lent to support world water projects
As the Episcopal Church observes World Mission Sunday and anticipates the beginning of Lent on Feb. 18, Bishop Jon Bruno invites congregations to join a year-long diocesan "water-tithing" program designed to address the challenges of extreme water insecurity that the Diocese of Los Angeles shares with regions and nations around the world. Coordinated by the Program Group on Global Partnership and the Rev. Andrew Barnett, bishop's chair for environmental studies and food justice, the program will encourage households throughout the diocese to "water-tithe" - to reduce their water consumption by 10 percent over a 12-month period, then to donate the money saved to their congregations for the support of projects in countries facing water insecurity. Read more here.  Education Day inspires attendees
from Deanery 7 and around the diocese
Deanery 7, covering the Inland Empire region of the Diocese of Los Angeles, presented its annual Education Day on Feb. 7 at Trinity Church, Redlands. Titled "Sunday Will Never Be the Same," the program offered a plenary session on "Music as Welcome" by Jeffrey Rickard, retired choral music professor at the University of Redlands and minister of Music at Trinity, followed by workshops on a variety of topics: creative liturgy, presented by Paul Price, Trinity's interim rector; Sunday Morning Ministries, with Shelley B. Denney, vicar of St. Richard's Church, Lake Arrowhead; and parish communications, with Bob Williams, canon for community relations for the diocese, and David Starr, vicar of St. John's, San Bernardino. Above: John Saville, rector of St. John's Church, Corona, discusses the booklet Seeing Christ In Our Guests by David P. Seifert, which was distributed to all participants. Photo / Bob Williams
 Episcopal Preaching Conference
to be held at Cathedral Center 'La Predicación de Jesús: Preaching in Spanish' scheduled for March 5 - 7
The 2015 National Episcopal Preaching Conference, titled "La Predicación de Jesús: Preaching in Spanish," will be held at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul on March 5 - 7, 2015. The conference, sponsored by the Episcopal Preaching Foundation, in partnership with the office of Latino/Hispanic Ministries of the Episcopal Church, and the Diocese of Los Angeles, is for all who are interested in preaching more effectively in Spanish and English - native speakers and those just learning, seminarians, clergy and laity. In a mix of worship and celebration, plenary sessions and preaching groups, participants will learn and grow together as they study and proclaim Jesus. Featured speakers will be Justo Gonzalez, Cuban American Methodist historian and theologian; Simón Bautista, canon missioner for Latino ministries and outreach at Christ Church Episcopal Cathedral in Houston, Texas; and Arturo Bańuelas, cofounder of the Academy of Catholic Hispanic Theologians in the United States and pastor of St. Pius X Roman Catholic Church, El Paso, Texas. Workshop and preaching group leaders include Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce, Tom Callard, Anthony Guillén, Miquelina Howell, Luis León and Margarita Santana. Registration (includes meals) is $75 before Feb. 1, 2015 or $100 thereafter. Daily registration fee is $40. The conference begins at 4 p.m. on Thursday, March 5 and concludes at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 7. For more information and to register, click here. |
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 Nancy Frausto of the Diocese
of L.A. to take role in annual
Lent Madness contest Nancy Frausto, priest-in-charge of Trinity Church, Los Angeles, has been appointed a "celebrity blogger" for this year's edition of Lent Madness, despite being, she says, not much a celebrity and not much of a blogger. The job of a celebrity blogger in the annual Lenten competition between saints is to research and present information that will explain each saint's life and work in the most positive light possible, therefore garnering votes in the lighthearted (not to say mischievous) daily matchup. The single-bracket elimination contest begins this year on Thursday, Feb. 19, the day after Ash Wednesday, with a contest between Gregory the Illuminator and Brendan the Navigator and will wrap up in Holy Week when one saint dominates the competition to win the Golden Halo. More about Frausto and her role as celebrity blogger is here. More about Lent Madness is here. |
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 Monrovia parish seeks singers
for annual Women's Evensong
St. Luke's Episcopal Church, Monrovia, invites female singers to take part in its eighth annual Women's Evensong Invitational on Sunday, March 15 at 4 p.m. The additional singers will join the women of St. Luke's Choir to sing several pieces, including an American spiritual and works of Malcolm Archer and Kent Bennett Jones. "We would like to involve women from as many parishes as possible," says Jones, who is director of music at St. Luke's. "Some sight reading is necessary, as rehearsal time is limited." For information or to take part in the service, contact Jones at StLukesDirector@aol.com. All are invited to attend the service, which will be followed by a wine and cheese reception. St. Luke's Episcopal Church is located at 122 South California Avenue, Monrovia 91016.
Young adults are invited to join urban intern program The Episcopal Urban Intern Program in the Diocese of Los Angeles is seeking college graduates ages 21 - 29 who "have a heart for social justice" and want to serve others to join its new class of interns, who will gather from across the United States to live in intentional community and work for change in some of Los Angeles County's most innovative and effective social service agencies. "Our mission is to raise up a new generation of change leaders for the world - individuals who will spend their whole lives working to advocate for peace and justice for all people," according to the EUIP website. The program provides personal, professional, and leadership development to young adults of all upbringings, races, ethnicities, faiths, and non-religious backgrounds. Further information and application instructions are here. Pictured are the 2014 - 2015 EUIP interns during their opening retreat.
 Suzanne Guthrie to keynote women's spiritual retreat for Orange County deaneries The Rev. Suzanne Guthrie (pictured), writer, retreat leader and Episcopal priest, will be the keynote speaker at the annual Women's Spiritual Retreat for Deaneries IX and X. The retreat is scheduled from 9:15 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Joseph's Episcopal Church, 8300 Valley View Street, Buena Park. Registration opens at 8:30 a.m. A $20 registration fee covers morning snacks and lunch. The day also features individual workshops on yoga, labyrinth, Anglican rosary, and care for the caregiver. Each session is limited to 20 people. The Cathedral Bookstore will be on site and will have some of Guthrie's books available. Bishop Suffragan Diane Bruce will be present for the retreat and preside and celebrate at the closing Eucharist. Read more here.
 Hear ye! GFS 'princesses' invited to royal tea Girls throughout the diocese are invited to a Girls Friendly Society Royal Fashion Show and Tea, "an event for GFS princesses and their chaperones, by royal proclamation," according to the invitation, on Saturday, February 28, 2 p.m. at St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church, 5306 East Arbor Road, Long Beach. Royal attire is requested; "Tiaras, crowns, gowns, magic spells are part of the royal celebration." GFS leaders are asked to reply to this invitation (a PDF is here) by Feb.15; email to marymabuoch@yahoo.com or call 714.986.4353
 Guibord Center will sponsor explanation
of Sikh tradition The Guibord Center will present "Decoding Rituals and Symbols of Sikhism," an in-depth look at the Sikh faith, on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2 - 4 p.m. at the Khalsa Care Foundation, 9989 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Pacoima, CA 91331. The program will be led by Nirinjan Singh Khalsa, who will explain the "five Ks of Sikhism" and their importance in that tradition, which has some 500,000 adherents in the United States. Singh Khalsa will also talk about Sikh ceremonies and the meaning behind the different rituals and traditions during Sikh prayer services. Light refreshments will follow the presentation. Reservations are required, and may be made by clicking here. The Guibord Center, located at the Episcopal ProCathedral of St. John in Los Angeles, works to increase understanding among Los Angeles' diverse religious communities.
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 6 - 8 p.m.
LGBT Ministry Mardi Gras Party
Rectory, All Saints Church, Beverly Hills
Reservations/Directions: Canon Jim White, jimwhite@sbcglobal.net
The Program Group on LGBT Ministry of the Diocese of Los Angeles invites all for a celebration of food, fun and friends at its 2015 Mardi Gras Party at the home of the Rev. Steve Huber, rector of All Saints Church, Beverly Hills. The event will feature hearty hors d'oeuvres and festive beverages. Wear your beads! The program group is asking a $25 donation to help support diocesan LGBT ministries, but no contribution is too large or too small. In addition, the 2015 diocesan gay pride tee shirt will be available at the event.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 12 noon - 3 p.m.
Fruit Tree Pruning Workshop
Prince of Peace Episcopal Church
5700 Rudnick Avenue, Woodland Hills
Information: 818.346.6968
Learn the art and science of pruning fruit trees from expert arborist Pieter Severynen, who will demonstrate pruning techniques on the various stone fruit trees at the Prince of Peace orchard. Attendees will learn about structure, shaping, and cuts on several varieties of fruit trees as well as invaluable instruction on fruit tree selection, rootstocks, planting, irrigation, and mulch. As part of this hands-on workshop, participants will help to prune some of the 115 trees in the orchard, ensuring a bountiful harvest of fruit to benefit the clients of the West Valley Food Pantry. Workshop attendees are encouraged to bring sun protection, garden gloves, pruning clippers if possible (please label them with the owner's name), and a water bottle, and to wear sturdy closed-toed shoes.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 5 - 7 p.m.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Church of the Messiah
614 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana 92701
Join Messiah's Altar Guild for a delicious supper of pancakes and ham. The money raised at this festive event helps cover the costs of maintaining and enhancing Messiah's altar furnishings and utensils. Admission: $6; $3 for children.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 5 - 7 p.m.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
St. Joseph of Arimathea Episcopal Church
Corner of Church Street and Onaga Trail, Yucca Valley
For $5, pancakes, sausages, and drinks will be provided. Proceeds will benefit the Yucca Valley Community' Center for Healthy Generations.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 5 - 7 p.m.
Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
St. Joseph of Arimathea Episcopal Church
Corner of Church Street and Onaga Trail, Yucca Valley
For $5, pancakes, sausages, and drinks will be provided. Proceeds will benefit the Yucca Valley Community' Center for Healthy Generations.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 6 p.m.
Jazz 'n' Jambalaya! Dinner
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
Tickets here http://www.allsaintsbh.org/calendar/jazz-n-jambalaya/
Featuring jazz and wine for the adults in Lower Sweetland Hall, flapjacks 'n' fun for the kiddos in Tiny Church and on the patio. Come and help make this Lenten kick-off the best yet. Tickets are $12 for adults, $5 for children, and include jambalaya, rice and all the trimmings plus wine and pancakes. Let the good times roll!
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 7 p.m. -.10:30 p.m.
5th Annual Zydeco Mass and Mardi Gras Celebration
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
525 East 7th Street, Long Beach 90813
Information/Tickets: office@StLukesLB.org
St. Luke's invites the Diocesan community to its 5th Annual Zydeco Mass and Mardi Gras Celebration. The Mass will be enlivened by the music of Dempsey Pappion and the Pappion Louisiana Band. Afterward, the band will continue to charm with their repertoire of Zydeco, Cajun, and Creole tunes at the dinner/dance in Belliss Hall. Dinner will feature such New Orleans-style favorites as gumbo and BBQ shrimp, with King cake for dessert. All are welcome! The 7 p.m. Zydeco Mass is free. Admission to the 8 p.m. dinner/dance is $10 in advance, $15 at the door. Children under 10 are free, and childcare will be provided. Parking is available on the church property on a first-come basis; street parking is also available. Wear your Mardi Gras colors (purple, gold, and green) and your masks; bedazzle with your beads, ribbons, and bows; and don't forget your dancing shoes. Laissez les bon temps rouler!
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 7 - 9 p.m.
Face-to-Face Weekly Way of Radical Compassion(First session)
Church of Our Saviour (Grace Chapel)
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Registration here
Information: Cate Wilson cate.wilson@cst.edu
A 12-week program that forms participants in the practices and principles of engaged compassion, will be offered on Wednesday evenings, Feb. 18 - May 6, 7 - 9 p.m. The program will be led by Triptykos and Claremont School of Theology faculty member Frank Rogers. Cost for the 12-week program, which will focus on compassion-skill development and personal formation, is $300. Returning participants who have previously completed The Way of Radical Compassion program can attend at no charge. The program is co-sponsored by Prism, the diocese's ministry for restorative justice. A flyer with more information is here.
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FRIDAY - SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20 - 22
Young Adults' Retreat: 'Sacred Community:
Spiritual Friendship in a Sea of Other Relationships'
Big Bear Lake
Information: Chris Tumilty, ctumilty@ladiocese.org or 213.482.2040
Registration here
Finding real community can be challenging on the journey of faith, particularly for young adults. While we form many relationships over the course of our lives, few rise to the level of sacred community. What are the hallmarks of meaningful community? What sets spiritual friendship apart from other relationships? How can we find and nurture sacred community in our lives and in our parishes? Join other young adults in the Diocese of Los Angeles for this weekend retreat. What better way to contemplate and experience community than with new and old friends in a lakeside cabin in Big Bear? Limited to 20 participants. Cost is $100, with a $25 deposit. Some scholarships are available. To register, contact Chris Tumilty at ctumilty@ladiocese.org or 213.482.2040.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 8:30 - 3:30 p.m.
Lenten Quiet Day
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 E. 16th Street, Upland
Information/reservations: Kimberly Cortner, kcortner@lacort.com
or 909.228.7362
For collective meditations, participants will use selections from Terry Hershey's The Power of Pause. Quiet Hours may be spent in the chapel for individual prayer, meditation, reading or journaling. Other activities will include working in the memorial garden, baking communion bread, doing an art and craft project, and walking the labyrinth. A suggested donation of $10 per person will help cover the cost of a light luncheon. For more information or for reservations, contact Kimberly Cortner at kcortner@lacort.com or 909.228.7362.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Year-round Stewardship Seminar
(first of six)
St. Columba's Episcopal Church
1251 Las Posas Road, Camarillo
Information/Reservations: Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce,
obispadjb@gmail.com
Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce, the Program Group on Stewardship and experts in the field will lead participants through a discussion of year-round stewardship, with additional information on planned giving and capital campaigns. Bruce encourages all congregations to send a team to one of the six sessions throughout the year 2015. Participants should bring a picnic lunch and snacks; beverages will be provided. Additional information, along with future scheduled seminar dates and locations, is here. To reserve a place, send an email to obispadjb@gmail.com with the name and city of your congregation, the number of people attending, and the date of the event.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Lenten Anglican Rosary Quiet Day
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
6125 Carlos Avenue, Hollywood (Los Angeles) 90028
Registration here
Information: 323.469.3993
Led by Suzanne Edwards-Acton. Participants will learn about the history, structure, and development of the Anglican rosary as well as several ways to use these sets 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. Participants will create their own Anglican rosaries and meet new friends and fellow travelers on the journey. Cost is $25, which includes lunch and materials. Registration is requested in advance.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 7 p.m.
Versed - Holy Week: A Journey Through Sacred Time'
The Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information: Chris Tumilty, ctumilty@ladiocese.org
or 213.482.2040, ext. 211
Registration here
The Program Group on Youth & Young Adult Ministry invites adults ages 21 to 39, clergy or lay, to explore the depth of Holy Week in this four-week series of Tuesday evening discussions led by Bishop J. Jon Bruno, Diane Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce, Bishop Suffragan Mary D. Glasspool, and a surprise guest speaker. Participants will eat, learn and reflect on the bishops' teachings and become well "versed" in their faith. Additional session dates and topics are: Tuesday, March 3 - Topic: Maundy Thursday; Tuesday, March 10 - Topic: Good Friday; Tuesday, March 17 - Topic: Holy Saturday. Each session will begin with dinner at 7 p.m., followed by discussion. Cost for the series is $40 per person. Advance registration is requested.
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 7 p.m.
'Songs of a Lifetime' with vocalist John Reese
St. Mark's-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church
2901 Nojoqui Avenue, Los Olivos
John Reese, accompanied by pianist Beverly Staples and guitarist David Spindler, will perform a program of popular songs ranging from the "Roaring Twenties" to modern day including such favorites as "Chattanooga Choo Choo," "Lady of Spain" and the Beatles hit "Yesterday." A reception with the performers will follow the performance. A free-will donation of any amount is welcome at the door to support Arts Outreach, a non-profit organization that provides education and experiences in the visual, literary, performing, and musical arts to the Santa Ynez Valley community. John Reese is a founding member of the Santa Barbara Theater Group at Santa Barbara City College and a member of the Santa Barbara Civic Light Opera Company.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 4 p.m.
Piano Dedication Service & Recital
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
3290 Loma Vista Road, Ventura 93003
Information: 805.643.5033
A musical dedication service highlighting the grand piano given by Doug Wied in memory of Chris Wied. Open to the public; a free will offering will be taken. Music will be performed by members of St. Paul's. A reception will follow in Kahler Hall.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 5 p.m.
Jazz Vespers with Joe La Barbera
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Melissa Hayes, 626.583.2725
or mhayes@allsaints-pas.org
Drummer Joe La Barbera will offer music, with Bill Cunliffe on piano, Bob Sheppard on sax, Mike Cottone on trumpet and Tom Warrington on bass. If you would like to use the elevator for accessibility, please arrive five minutes early. Child care provided.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 6 p.m.
Student and Young Adult Dinner and Taize Service
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
580 Hilgard, Westwood (Los Angeles)
Information: 310.208.6516 or paulelder1@gmail.com
6 p.m. dinner: 6:45 p.m. service in the sanctuary; 7:30 p.m. coffee and dessert.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 7 p.m.
Concert: Bob Bennett, singer/songwriter
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
1145 West Valencia Mesa, Fullerton
Information: 714.879.8070
Bob Bennett, a local singer/songwriter, will perform after Emmanuel's Shrove Tuesday dinner (6 p.m.). Bennett is an Christian singer and songwriter whose acoustic folk-style songs "don't sound much like Christian music," but "honestly confront .. the messy side of human existence."
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17, 7 p.m. -.10:30 p.m.
5th Annual Zydeco Mass and Mardi Gras Celebration
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
525 East 7th Street, Long Beach, CA 90813
Information/Tickets: office@StLukesLB.org
See listing under "This week around the diocese."
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 7:30 p.m.
Missa Mystica on Ash Wednesday
All Saints' Episcopal Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
Featuring William Byrd's Mass for Five Voices and "Miserere mei, Deus."
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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 7:30 p.m.
Concert: The Artistry of Strings
St. Mark's in-the-Valley Episcopal Church
2901 Nojoqui Ave, Los Olivos 93441
Information: 805.688.4454 or www.SMITV.org
Experience the unique "Artistry of Strings" with five master musicians from around the nation. Featuring violinist Mary Beth Woodruff (California); violinist Jane Chung (New York); violist Basil Vendryes (Colorado); cellist Andrew Smith (Nevada) and pianist Robert Cassidy (Ohio). Their program includes a Mozart Trio, Brahms Quartet and a Piazzolla Argentine Tango Quintet. 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, FEBRUARY 21, 7 p.m.
Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera presents Don Carlo
All Souls Chapel at Good Samaritan Hospital
637 S. Lucas Avenue, Los Angeles 90017
Information/Tickets: here or www.losangelesmet.com 310.570.6448
Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera (LAMet), a local community Opera Company that stages grand opera in intimate settings and at prices almost anyone can afford, will present Giuseppe Verdi's masterpiece, Don Carlo. Set in the Spanish Inquisition-inflamed 17th century, the opera spins a passionate tale of love, duty, revenge, death, and salvation. Tickets: $25 (may be purchased in advance or at the door).
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 2:30 p.m.
Concert: The Choral Project
St. Mark's in-the-Valley Episcopal Church
2901 Nojoqui Ave, Los Olivos 93441
Information: 805.688.4454 or here
"The Choral Project" will perform a mix of diverse and dynamic repertoire from the sweet to the sublime. Founded by artistic director Daniel Hughes in 1996 in San Jose, California, The Choral Project is an auditioned, mixed-voice choir, with an outstanding reputation for performing high-level choral literature and bridging the gap between text and music, singer and spectator. The ensemble has performed throughout the world and has released eight albums, including the best-selling Water & Light. 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.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 4 p.m.
Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera presents Don Carlo
All Souls Chapel at Good Samaritan Hospital
637 S. Lucas Avenue, Los Angeles 90017
Information/Tickets: here or 310.570.6448
Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera (LAMet), a local community Opera Company that stages grand opera in intimate settings and at prices almost anyone can afford, will present Giuseppe Verdi's masterpiece, Don Carlo. Set in the Spanish Inquisition-inflamed 17th century, the opera spins a passionate tale of love, duty, revenge, death, and salvation. Tickets: $25 (may be purchased in advance or at the door).
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 4 p.m.
Organ Recital Series: James Vail
St. Edmund's Episcopal Church
1175 San Gabriel Blvd., San Marino 91108
First event of the Spring Organ Recital Series for 2015. The series, now in its fifth year, features the finest organists in concert on St. Edmund's magnificently restored and enlarged Aeolian-Skinner/Rosales 45 rank pipe organ, set in a beautiful sanctuary with vibrant acoustics. Dr. James Vail, organist and professor emeritus of the Thorton School of Music at USC and retired music director at St. Alban's Church, Los Angeles, will play music of Bach, Vierne, Hindemith and Karg-Elert.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 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.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 7:30 p.m.
Contemplation & Prayer in the style of Taizé
All Saints' Episcopal Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
Led by Parish Choir, in the intimate setting of All Saints' Chapel.
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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.
WEDNESDAYS, 7 p.m.
Taizé Worship Service
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 E. 16th Street, Upland
Information: 909.920.5565
THURSDAYS, 1 p.m.
Centering Prayer
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
580 Hilgard, Westwood (Los Angeles)
Information: The Rev. Paul Elder, 818.398.4541
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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SECOND WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 p.m. (Feb. 11)
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 THURSDAYS, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (Feb. 12)
Monthly Contemplative Gathering
Prince of Peace Episcopal Church
5700 Rudnick Avenue, Woodland Hills 91364
Information: Chantel ZImmerman, chantel@artandsoullab.com
Based on "Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton."
SECOND FRIDAYS, 7 p.m. (Feb. 13)
Celtic Contemplative Prayer
St. Columba's Episcopal Church
1251 Las Posas Road, Camarillo
Information: 805.482.8831
Are you looking for an alternative to the stress and busyness of life? Come and be a part of this Contemplative Prayer experience, inspired by services from the Iona and Taizé Communities (spoken word and prayer, meditative song, silence).
SECOND FRIDAYS, 7:30 p.m. (Feb. 13)
Contemplative Taizé Experience
Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626.282.5147, ext. 13 or dgibbs@churchofoursaviour.org or cdlmonastery@aol.com
A serene candlelight service of prayer, reflection, and music on the second Friday of each month.
THIRD SUNDAYS, 12 noon (Feb. 15)
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.
THIRD SUNDAYS, 7 p.m. (Feb. 15)
Sacramentum
St. James' Church
1325 Monterey Road, South Pasadena
Information: 626.799.9194 or www.sjcsp.org
A monthly, candlelit Eucharist that blends ancient liturgy with new music, media, reflection and prayer. Sacramentum is on the third Sunday of each month at 7 p.m.
THIRD SUNDAYS, 9 p.m. (Feb. 15)
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.
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THIRD THURSDAYS, 6:30 - 8 p.m. (Feb. 19)
Outdoor Community Labyrinth Walk
Prince of Peace Episcopal Church
5700 Rudnick Avenue, Woodland Hills 91364
Information: Chantel Zimmerman, chantel@aratndsoullab.com
Labyrinth walking, an ancient form of moving meditation, offers stress reduction, contemplation, and increased relaxation. Found all over the world, labyrinths provide space to decompress from the busy-ness of life. Free and open to the public. Rain or shine; dress appropriately. Facilitated by certified Veriditas-trained labyrinth facilitator Chantel Zimmerman of Art and Soul Lab.
FOURTH TUESDAYS, 7 p.m. (Feb. 24)
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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