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St. A's 5k celebrates 150 years of ministry
St. Athanasius Church, Los Angeles, continued the celebration of its 150th year of ministry in Los Angeles with a 5k walk/run on May 2. The route began at the Merced Theater near Olvera Street, built on the site of the first Episcopal services read in the city, and continued to the five historic locations of St. Athanasius' Church and St. Paul's Cathedral (the two congregations stem from the same initial parish and eventually reunited in 1992). Above: One walking group pauses across Figueroa Street from the site of St. Paul's Cathedral (1924-1980) where the office tower Figueroa at Wilshire now stands. Above left, another group, led by Bishop Suffragan Mary Glasspool (second from left) runs the same course. Participants raised $2,200 to benefit St. Athanasius' food bank program.
 Reservations open for
150th-year concert on
June 12 at Disney Hall
Ticket reservations are now open to the diocesan community on a first-come, first-served basis for the June 12 gala concert of organ, brass and choir at L.A.'s Walt Disney Concert Hall to mark the Episcopal Church's 150th year of parish ministry Southern California. The program will feature works of Vierne, Parry, Vaughn Williams, and local composer Craig Phillips of All Saints Church in Beverly Hills, among others. Six area parish music directors will rotate as conductors and featured organists in a program coordinated by Philip Smith, conservator of the Walt Disney Concert Hall organ and choirmaster at Church of Our Saviour, San Gabriel. Joining Smith and Phillips as principals are James Buonemani of St. James Church, Los Angeles; Thomas Neenan of St. Matthew's, Pacific Palisades; Ned Tipton of St. John's ProCathedral, Los Angeles; and James Walker of All Saints, Pasadena. Tickets are free of charge, but audience members should plan on parking fees of at least $9 per vehicle. The concert will begin at 7:30 p.m. More information and reservation instructions here.
ECW seeks donations for homeless youth in Salt Lake City
The Episcopal Church Women of the Diocese of Los Angeles are collecting donations for its 2015 Community Connection project, which this year will benefit the Homeless Youth Street Outreach & Homeless Youth Resource Center (HYSO/HYRC) in Salt Lake City, Utah. The ECW Community Connection Gift is a specific outreach response to the needs of the community at the location of the General Convention and ECW Triennial meeting, to be held June 24 - July 3 at the Salt Palace convention center in Salt Lake City. The outreach is often a call for material goods to be given by Triennial delegates to a local shelter or social support group, but monetary donations and gift cards from ECW groups are welcome. Read more here. |
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 Randy Kimmler honored for long ministry to LGBT community
The Commission on LGBT Ministries of the Diocese of Los Angeles at its annual garden part on May 3 designated that day in honor of Canon Randolph B. Kimmler for his more than 30 years of "constant, creative, compelling ministry within the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community of Southern California." At left: Kimmler, who is retiring this year as missioner for vocations for the diocese, poses with the Rev. Canon Susan Russell, chair of the commission, and Bishop J. Jon Bruno, who with his spouse Mary Bruno hosted the garden party at their Pasadena home.
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 Holy Nativity adobe brick- building event open to all
The Environmental Change-Makers group at Holy Nativity Church, Westchester (Los Angeles) is working on building a cob oven on its property. As part of the project, the parish will hold a brick-making session on Saturday, May 9, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Adults and school-age children with adult supervision are invited to come and learn the ancient art of adobe brickmaking at this free event. A cob oven is a outdoor clay and adobe structure that is heated by a wood fire, then used to bake bread and other foods. The Holy Nativity project is cosponsored by the Westside Bakers Meet-Up Group. Holy Nativity is located at 6700 @. 83rd Street in Westchester (Los Angeles). For information, call 310.670.4777 or email to holynativity@sbcglobal.net.
 Foster children's art on sale at Pasadena art show May 17
Artwork created by local foster children and youth will be featured at the All Saints, Pasadena, Foster Care Project's 7th annual Art Show on Sunday, May 17, 12 noon - 2 p.m. in Sweetland Hall. This exhibition allows foster youth, as well as young people who have recently transitioned out of foster care, to show off their artistic talents and earn money as well. All works of art are for sale, and all proceeds go to the artists. Almost all artists are from the Foster Care Project's partnering foster care organizations. Many artists attend the sale and beam when they see a "sold" sign placed on their artworks. Visitors enjoy the opportunity to chat with the artists, which makes their works even more special. For more information contact Norma Sigmund at 626.583.2734 or nsigmund@allsaints-pas.org. All Saints Church is at 132 North Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101, directly across Euclid from City Hall.
 GFS camp invites girls to learn 'Whose Life Is It, Anyway?' Girls Friendly Society-Los Angeles will hold its annual camp, titled "Whose Life Is It, Anyway?" at Loch Leven Camp & Conference Center in the San Bernardino Mountains Sept. 18 - 20. Loch Leven offers archery, swimming, hiking, crafts and myriad outdoor activities. Accommodations are dorm-style sleeping facilities with indoor bathrooms and showers. The camp program will deal with themes of being a Christian in today's world. What are the benefits and the challenges young Christians face? How does one balance spiritual and secular demands? How does the Episcopal "three-legged stool" apply to our lives? What does it take to become a good citizen, parent, student, employee, etc.? This is a camp that asks these challenging questions in a fun way and help girls think about their life choices. Physical, mental and creative activities abound in this exciting and interactive soul-searching camp for girls 8-21. More information and registration form here. Registration and initial deposit are due July 1. For further information, contact Alex Jacobs at 714.323.5891 or by email at alexandrajacobs@sbcglobal.net
 'Show up and sing' in San Gabriel; Saturday gatherings are opportunity for making music Members and friends of The Church of Our Saviour, San Gabriel, and anyone else in the community who likes to sing are invited to Saturday Singing in San Gabriel. Beginning on Saturday, May 9, this weekly gathering, led by musician Roger Cairne-Berteau, will be a just-for-fun adult time for singing and meeting people. Since this is not a choir and there will be no performances, there are no auditions and no music reading is required. "The only qualification is this -- When you feel like singing, just show up and sing!" says Cairne-Berteau. The group will meet on Saturdays from 9:30 - 11 a.m., beginning May 9, in the Music Room at Church of Our Saviour, 535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91175. For information, call 626.282.5147.
 Bishop Steven Charleston
to launch new book
at Guibord Center event
Native American elder and Episcopal Bishop Steven Charleston will launch his latest book, The Four Vision Quests of Jesus, as a special event of The Guibord Center on Saturday, May 23, 4 - 6 p.m. at the Guibord Center at St. John's ProCathedral, Los Angeles. Charleston, whose daily spiritual writings on Facebook have thousands of followers, has also served as national director for Native American ministries for the Episcopal Church. A member of the Choctaw Nation, he is a former bishop of the Diocese of Alaska and president and dean of Episcopal Divinity School in Cambridge, Massachusetts. Books will be available for purchase and signing. Information and registration here.
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This week around the diocese ...
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SATURDAY, MAY 9, 3 - 5 p.m.
Canterbury Irvine Spring Party
Trinity Episcopal Church
2400 North Canal Street, Orange 92865
Information/Reservations: The Rev. Fennie Chang, 626.274.3092 or canterburyirvine@gmail.com
Bishop Suffragan Mary Glasspool will be the guest speaker, and Bishop Suffragan Diane Bruce will also be present for the event, which will include food, drink, a silent auction and the opportunity to meet the Rev. Fennie Chang, chaplain, and students involved in the campus ministry at the University of California's Irvine campus. Invitation flyer here.
MONDAY - WEDNESDAY, MAY 11 - 13
Desert Journeys: Easter Campout Retreat
Owl Canyon Campground
Rainbow Basin, near Barstow
Information: 760.362.4670 or 951.314.2301 or desertfather@earthlink.net
Desert Journeys, a retreat ministry led by the Rev. Canon David Caffrey, will hold its three-day Easter Campout Retreat. The program will include Daily Offices, stargazing, short nature walks, good food, fellowship, Sunday Eucharist, and time to just relax. All camping rigs are welcome; motels are available in nearby Barstow.
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SATURDAY, MAY 16, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Year-round Stewardship Seminar
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
1020 N. Brand Blvd., Glendale
Information/Reservations: 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.
http://stewardship.ladiocese.org/sds/year-roundstewardship.html
SATURDAY, MAY 16, 9 a.m - 3 p.m.
'Thomas Merton: Mystic Teacher of Our Age'
Church of Our Saviour
535 West Rose Road, San Gabriel
Information: www.stillpointca.org
A retreat day sponsored by Stillpoint: The Center for Christian Spirituality will celebrate the 100th anniversary of the birth of Thomas Merton, renowned author and monk who spent much of his life at the Abbey of Gethsamani in Kentucky. Author, mystic and former monk James Finley will lead this exploration of the practice of contemplative living.
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This week in liturgy & the arts ...
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FRIDAY, MAY 8, 7 p.m.
Thomas Merton's Centennial Celebrated in Jazz
All Saints Episcopal Church (Sweetland Hall)
132 North Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Join us for a special celebration of the 100th anniversary of Thomas Merton's birth, with arrangements of Merton's poetry by stellar jazz musicians, created and performed by Open Gate, featuring Dwight Trible on vocals. Open Gate is dedicated to opening the gates between music, dance, and drama; between cultures; between the unconscious and the conscious; between emotion, mind, and spirit, both an ensemble and a creative collective, combining image with sound, voice with movement, poetics with light. Free parking, free will offering. Childcare may be requested by calling 626.583.2781 at least 24 hours in advance.
SUNDAY, MAY 10, 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, MAY 10, 6 p.m.
Organ recital: Jeremy Filsell
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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THURSDAY, MAY 14, 7:30 p.m.
Missa Mystica on Ascension Day
All Saints' Episcopal Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills
Information: 310.275.0123
Choral Eucharist sung by All Saints' Choir Schola, featuring Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina's Missa Papae Marcelli, and Peter Philips' "Ascendit Deus."
FRIDAY, MAY 15, 7 p.m.
Gala Opening: Neil Simon's Biloxi Blues
St. Joseph of Arimathea Church
56312 Onaga Trail, Yucca Valley
Information/Tickets: 760.362.9319
Presented by the St. Paul's Players. In Biloxi Blues, the second of Neil Simon's semi-autobiographical trilogy, the playwright's alter ego, Eugene Morris Jerome, is drafted and shipped off to boot camp in Biloxi, Mississippi, in the waning days of World War II. Eugene is at the mercy of near-psychotic drill Sergeant Toomey, who seems to have a personal vendetta against the poor schlemiel. He meets a colorful cast of characters among the other recruits while sweating out basic training. Gala fundraiser, with silent auction and raffle, benefits a local scholorship fund as well as Relay for Life. Tickets: $25; include the show, pre-show hors d'oeuvres, and dessert at intermission. Other performance dates in May and June: see listings below.
SATURDAY, MAY 16, 7 p.m.
Neil Simon's Biloxi Blues
St. Joseph of Arimathea Church
56312 Onaga Trail, Yucca Valley
Information/Tickets: 760.362.9319
Presented by the St. Paul's Players. In Biloxi Blues, the second of Neil Simon's semi-autobiographical trilogy, the playwright's alter ego, Eugene Morris Jerome, is drafted and shipped off to boot camp in Biloxi, Mississippi, in the waning days of World War II. Eugene is at the mercy of near-psychotic drill Sergeant Toomey, who seems to have a personal vendetta against the poor schlemiel. He meets a colorful cast of characters among the other recruits while sweating out basic training. Tickets: $11 ($10 seniors, military, students with ID. Show content suitable for ages 13 and up. Additional dates and times: Saturdays, May 16 and 23 at 7 p.m.; Saturday, May 31 at 2:30 p.m.; Sunday, June 7, 2:30 p.m.
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 4 p.m.
An Old-Fashioned Gospel Hymn Sing
St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
6201 E. Willow Street, Long Beach
Information: 562.420.1311
Featuring the Chancel Choir and soloists, joined by members of "The Californians." Come and join in singing hymns old and new. The combined singers will present gospel arrangements written especially for them by Director of Music/Organist David Feit-Pretzer. A reception will follow.
SUNDAY, MAY 17, 5 p.m.
"Sing a New Song": Children's & Youth Choirs Spring Concert All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Jamie Hebert at jhebert@allsaints-pas.org
Enjoy songs sung by the Troubadours, Trouveres and Youth Chamber Choir, and guest musicians. Childcare will be provided. Suggested donation is $5.
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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 to the regular schedule.
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).
MONDAYS, 7 p.m.
Vox Celestis Gregorian Chant Ensemble
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.
MONDAYS, 7 p.m.
Centering Prayer
St. James' Episcopal Church
1325 Monterey Road, South Pasadena
Information: 626.799.9194
Come and experience a method of Contemplative Prayer. This group is led by parishioners, and meets weekly in the Guild Room.
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, 6 - 7 p.m.
Taizé Worship
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information here
With candlelight, music, and prayer, join us during our weekly service in an intimate chapel setting. Our peaceful worship offers you an opportunity to sing and pray on a regular basis.
SATURDAYS, 9:30 - 11 a.m.
Saturday Singing
Church of Our Saviour (Music Room)
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91175
Information: 626.282.5147
Members and friends of The Church of Our Saviour, San Gabriel, and anyone else in the community who likes to sing are invited. Led by musician Roger Cairne-Berteau, Each gathering will be a just-for-fun adult time for singing and meeting people. Since this is not a choir and there will be no performances, there are no auditions and no music reading is required. "The only qualification is this -- When you feel like singing, just show up and sing!" says Cairne-Berteau.
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SECOND FRIDAYS, 7 p.m. (May 8)
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. (May 8)
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.
SECOND WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 p.m. (May 13)
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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THIRD SUNDAYS, 12 noon (May 17)
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, 6 p.m. (May 17)
Service of Taizé
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
580 Hilgard Avenue, Westwood (Los Angeles)
Information: The Rev. Paul Elder, 818.398.4541
Dinner is served at 6, followed by the service.
THIRD SUNDAYS, 7 p.m. (May 17)
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. (May 17)
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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BABY ITEMS: Interfaith Refugee and Immigration Service (IRIS), the refugee resettlement program of the diocese, based in Los Angeles, has recently resettled several refugee families in need of baby items. IRIS is looking for donated baby items, including car seats, cribs, bedding and diapers. To donate baby items or any other gently used household items contact Lynn Mackenzie at