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L.A. City Council adjourns in memory of Malcolm Boyd  At left: The Los Angeles City Council at its March 4 meeting rises in honor of the late Rev. Canon Malcolm Boyd, who died Feb. 27 at age 91 from complications of pneumonia. Below: Councilman Mitch O'Farrell of the 13th District, accompanied by Bishop J. Jon Bruno of the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles and Mark Thompson, Canon Boyd's life partner of 31 years, presents a tribute to Boyd. Bishop Bruno also addressed the council in remembrance of Boyd,  a longtime activist, a Freedom Rider during civil rights demonstrations in the 1960s, and author of the 1965 bestselling book of prayers Are You Running With Me, Jesus? as well as 29 other books. A documentary of Boyd's life, Malcolm Boyd: Disturber of the Peace, is in production under the direction of award-winning filmmaker Andrew Thomas. (More information about the documentary is here.) A full obituary for Boyd is here.
 New Episcopal News issue is online The Episcopal News Early Spring 2015 issue is now online to download for reading or printing. The issue includes an obituary for the Rev. Canon Malcolm Boyd; feature stories on the diocese's Martin Luther King observance and the interfaith Future50 cohort of young religious leaders; and news about events and people in the Diocese of Los Angeles. Click here to read or download this issue.
 Don't be late
to church
Set your clocks forward one hour on Saturday night, March 7, in order to be on time for services on Sunday morning. Daylight Saving Time officially begins at 2 a.m. on Sunday, March 8.
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People ...
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 Merrily Dunlap named
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Events & announcements ...
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 Acolyte Olympics coming on April 25
 Workshop on immigration
planned in Pasadena The Latino-Hispanic Ministry at All Saints Church, Pasadena, will present a Workshop on Immigration on Saturday, March 14, 9 a.m. - 12 noon in the All Saints Forum. It will feature a presentation about the various deferred action programs (DACA and DAPA), the status of President Obama's executive action on immigration, legal resources and consultations with lawyers and trained immigration advocates. Information will be bilingual (English/Spanish). For more information contact Norma Sigmund at 626.583.2734 or nsigmund@allsaints-pas.org. All Saints Church is located at 132 North Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101, directly across Euclid from City Hall.
 St. Paul's Church, Tustin,
to host two-day Interfaith Youth Council Faith
Festival and Forum
St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Tustin will be the site of the annual two day Interfaith Youth Council of Orange County's Teen Faith Festival and Youth Forum on Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 15. This year's theme is "Religion and Science in the 21st Century." Saturday's festival will be held from 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.. Participant teens are invited to express their faith through art, dance and music. The festival is open to everyone at no charge. Sunday's forum, scheduled for 11:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. will give teens an opportunity to express their faith through dialogue. High school students are invited to participate and adults are welcome to observe. The Interfaith Youth Council of Orange County serves high school students who are members of a wide variety of faith traditions. The Council's mission is to teach teens how to conduct useful interfaith dialogues that increase understanding among members of various faiths. Participants have the opportunity to gain leadership and dialogue skills as they articulate the tenants of their own faith and learn the principles of others' traditions. They include Catholics, Protestants, Jews, Muslims, Jains, Sikhs, Hindus, Buddhists, Zoroastrians, Baha'is, Latter-Day Saints, agnostics and others. Last year's festival and forum attracted more than 130 youth from throughout Orange County. St. Paul's is located at 1221 Wass Street, Tustin, CA 92780. For more information visit IYCOC.org
 All are invited to Lenten Fish Supper at St. Philip's, Los Angeles St Philip's Episcopal Church invites the diocesan community to attend a Caribbean-style Lenten Fish Supper on Tuesday, March 31, 2 - 7 p.m. The event will be held at the church parish hall at 2800 Stanford Avenue, Los Angeles 90011, 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. A healthy preparation of fish and vegetables served island style will highlight a festive evening of music, dancing and fun. For information and tickets call 323.232.3494. Tickets are $8 each. Donations are welcome.
 Sierra Madre's Gooden School
announces summer courses The Gooden School, an Episcopal Church-related academy in Sierra Madre, will offer summer classes for students in kindergarten through eighth grade with ample opportunities for creativity and new experiences such as playing the ukulele, learning Mandarin, smart snacking, drawing and painting, poetry and short story writing, hip hop dancing, sewing, sports, games and more. A class in ISEE and HSPT test preparation will also be offered for those in grades 7 and 8. Planned field trips include the California Science Center, Universal Studios Hollywood and the Seaside Lagoon in Redondo Beach. Gooden's summer program is offered Monday through Friday, June 15 - July 17. For more information on summer classes and to register, click here.
 Workshops on forgiveness
slated at Trinity, Orange The Rev. Rob Voyle, Episcopal priest, psychologist and executive coach, will lead two workshops at Trinity Church in Orange on the subject of forgiveness. The first event, "Teach Them How to Forgive: A Workshop For Clergy and Mental Health Professionals," will be held on Friday, March 20, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Check-in will begin at 8:40 a.m. (A flyer with more information is here.) The second workshop, titled "Resolving Resentment: A Retreat for Personal Healing," will be on Saturday, March 21, 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Check-in will begin at 9:15 a.m. (A flyer is here.) Lunch will be provided at both sessions. Trinity Episcopal Church is located at 2400 N. Canal Street, Orange 92665.
 'Breath of Buddha, Mind of Christ' is theme of Lenten quiet day at
All Saints, Pasadena The Rev. Ed Bacon, rector (pictured), will lead "The Breath of Buddha; the Mind of Christ," a Lenten quiet day at All Saints Church, Pasadena, on Saturday, March 21, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the All Saints Learning Center. "St. Paul calls for us to have a new mind: the mind of Christ," says the event announcement. "One way we can transform ourselves is by renewing our minds through Buddhist mindfulness techniques and Dr. Dan Siegel's 'Wheel of Awareness.'" Bacon will offer this retreat based on the Epistles of St. Paul, the life of Jesus, the teaching of Pema Chödrön, and Siegel's book Mindsight. For information, contact Stasia Dahlstrom, 626.796.1172 or sdahlstrom@allsaints-pas.org. There is no charge for this event. All Saints Church is located at 132 North Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101.
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THURSDAY - SATURDAY, MARCH 5 - 7
Episcopal Preaching Conference: 'La Predicación de Jesús: Preaching in Spanish'
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information/Registration here
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. 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.
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 6:30 p.m.
Stations of the Cross and Lenten Soup Supper
Saint Margaret's South Gate
4704 Tweedy Boulevard, South Gate 90280
Information: 323.569.9901
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 4 - 11 p.m.
Terrence McNally's Corpus Christi
The Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information: 213.482.2040
Presented by by 108 Productions. Corpus Christi depicts Jesus as a gay man living in modern-day Texas "as a metaphor for how inclusive love for all people is not only right, but possible," according to the performance announcement. On the same day, audiences will also be able to experience the behind-the-scenes story of the production with the screening of the critically acclaimed documentary "Corpus Christi: Playing with Redemption." Read more here.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 8:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Seminar: Human Rights In Global Partnership
St. Edmund's Episcopal Church
1175 San Gabriel Blvd., San Marino
Information: Troy Elder, telder@ladiocese.org
or 213.482.2040, ext. 245
Registration: Isabel Roa at IsabelRoa@aol.com or 626.793.9167
Presented by the Program Group on Global Partnership. The seminar is designed to strengthen tools for effective global partnership in diocesan parishes, missions and institutions, and provide opportunities to build relationships for future work. Small group discussion and other opportunities for networking around global partnership will be woven throughout the seminar. Simultaneous Spanish interpretation will be available. To register, please provide contact information, including name and title, congregation or other institutional affiliation, phone number and e-mail address, to Isabel Roa at IsabelRoa@aol.com or 626.793.9167.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Lenten Quiet Morning
ProCathedral of St. John
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007
Information: 213.747.6285
The Rev. Marianne Zahn will lead reflections on the words, music, art and life of Hildegard of Bingen, interspersed with contemplative labyrinth walks as participants seek what Hildegard called viriditas, or the "greening" of the soul: a state of spiritual and physical health. Dress comfortably. This event is part of St. John's Cathedral 2015 Hildegard Project.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Stillpoint Retreat: LIfe Beyond a Crisis:
Uncovering the Secret Next Chapter of Our Life
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 North Euclid, Pasadena 91101
Information/registration here.
Spend a day with spiritual film guide Jim Curtan exploring the movie "The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel" and contemplating the spiritual guidance available in a careful viewing of the film. Curtan will lead an exploration of how people of all ages can learn about moving from crisis to re-birth, discovering secret chapters of their lives, aligning with grace through chaos navigating the unexpected and beauty and love at any age. Curtan has taught at the Omega Institute and the London Centre for Spirituality and around the world. Fee is $58. Presented by Stillpoint: The Center for Christian Spirituality.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
ECF Workshop: Creating and Enhancing
Planned Giving Ministries
The Episcopal Church of Our Saviour
535 West Roses Road, San Gabriel
Information/Registration: Yuhadhi Sundaramoorthy,
ysundaramoorthy@churchofoursaviour.org
or 626.282.5147, ext. 20
Presented by the Episcopal Church Foundation. Jim W.N. Murphy, managing program director of ECF, will lead the presentation. ECF staff can be available to meet with leaders from congregations or schools for 20 minutes sessions following the workshop (must be scheduled in advance). Workshop is free. Registration requested by March 2.
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Lenten Women's Retreat: 'A Conversation at the Well'
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
242 E. Alvarado Street, Pomona
Information/Registration: 909.973.6012 or
CaraMinistries@hotmail.com
Presented by CARA Ministries. The registration fee of $50 ($60 after Feb. 28) includes lunch. A flyer with registration form is here.
TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 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
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. March 10 topic is Good Friday. 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 - SUNDAY, MARCH 14 - 15
Teen Faith Festival and Interfaith Youth Forum
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
1221 Wass Street, Tustin
Information here or Mike Penn, mpenn_iycoc@outlook.com
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. The second annual Teen Faith Festival will feature young people expressing their faith through art, dance and song at an art show and performance showcase on March 14, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. 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."
SATURDAY, MARCH 14, 2 - 4 p.m.
Decoding Rituals and Symbols of Orthodox Christianity
St. Sophia Greek Orthodox Cathedral
1324 South Normandie Avenue, Los Angeles 90006
Information/registration here
Presented by the Guibord Center. John Bakas, dean of St. Sophia's and an outstanding storyteller, will lead participants through Orthodox rites including Baptism, Eucharist, and Chrismation; the ritual of how a priest prepares for the worship service; and the differences and similarities between Western and Eastern Orthodox Christianity. Cameras and questions are welcome as participants visit the Byzantine-inspired cathedral.
TUESDAY, MARCH 17, 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. March 17 topic is Holy Saturday. Additional session dates and topics are: Tuesday, March 24 - Topic: Good Friday. 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, MARCH 7, 7:30 p.m.
The Crenshaw Elite Choir
St. John's Cathedral
514 West Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007
Information/Reservations: 213.747.6285, ex. 106,
or music@stjohnsla.org
The St. John's Cathedral Arts Guild is proud to present the The Crenshaw Elite Choir, an award-winning, world-traveled, and talented group of young people, performing a rare Los Angeles concert. The group's director, Iris Stevenson McCullough, was the inspiration for the 1993 movie Sister Act II. She continues today as mentor and guide for hundreds of young people. A free-will offering will be taken to support a scholarship program for young musicians of Crenshaw High School. No admission will be charged; however, reservations are required. Call the Cathedral Music Office, 213.747.6285, ex. 106; or email to music@stjohnsla.org. and leave name, number of places requested, and contact information.
SUNDAY, MARCH 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, MARCH 8, 5 p.m.
Contemplative Eucharist
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 North Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Debbie Daniels, 626.583.2750
or ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org
The Youth Chamber Choir will offer music. As we enter the season of Lent enjoy music, silence and time for reflection. Ed Bacon will preside, Susan Russell will celebrate. Open yourself to the blessings of joy, healing and peace. Child care is available.
SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 5:30 p.m.
"The Gift of Music" Reception & Concert
St. James' Episcopal Church
1325 Monterey Road, South Pasadena 91030
Information: 626.799.9194 or office@sjcsp.org
Tickets here
This fundraiser features an evening of classical music, featuring members of the LA Philharmonic and professors from the USC Thornton School of Music. Proceeds will benefit the historical preservation of St. James' Church. For both the concert and the following reception, tickets are $75; for students, $20. Support levels: Archangel - $800 (includes 2 tickets); Angel - $400 (includes 2 tickets); Saint - $200 (includes 2 tickets); Friend - $100 (includes 1 ticket).
SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 6 p.m.
Organ recital: Simon Thomas Jacobs
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.
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FRIDAY, MARCH 13, 8 p.m.
Chamber Music Concert: Britten, Walker, Honegger
St. Matthew's Episcopal Church
1031 Bienveneda Avenue, Pacific Palisades 90272
Information/Tickets here
The St. Matthew's Chamber Orchestra performs Benjamin Britten's Concerto for Violin and Viola, with Los Angeles Philharmonic members Akiko Tarumoto, violin, and Dana Hansen, viola. Also featuring George Walker's Lyric for String Orchestra and Arthur Honegger's Symphony No. 4 (Delights of the City of Basel).
SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 4 p.m.
Women's Evensong Invitational
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
122 South California Avenue, Monrovia 91016
Information: Kent Jones, StLukesDirector@aol.com
Music will include an American spiritual and works of Malcolm Archer and Kent Bennett Jones. A wine and cheese reception will follow the service.
SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 5 p.m.
Chamber Music Concert III: Music of Alessandro Scarlatti
All Saints' Episcopal Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
Featuring Sarah Parga, soprano; Ian Pritchard, harpsichord/organ; Susan Feldman & Janet Strauss, violins; and Leif Woodward, cello, performing Cantatas: Poi che riseppe Orfeo & Silentio aure volanti and selected instrumental works of the Italian baroque master. Tickets: $20 adults / $10 students & seniors. Admission free with Music Guild donor season pass.
SUNDAY, MARCH 15, 5 p.m.
Lenten Evensong
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 North Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Debbie Daniels, 626.583.2750
or ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org
Coventry Choir offers Magnificat and Nunc dimittis by Nico Muhly and "Kyrie" from Missa brevis by Knut Nystedt. Zelda Kennedy will offer a meditation; Ed Bacon will preside. This special Lenten Evensong of prayer, meditation and song will provide a wonderful moment of reflection this holy season. Child care provided.
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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. (March 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.
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SECOND THURSDAYS, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (March 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. (March 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). Suspended in July and August.
SECOND FRIDAYS, 7:30 p.m. (March 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 (March 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. (March 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.
THIRD SUNDAYS, 9 p.m. (March 15)
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.
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