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Full house set for June 12 Disney Hall concert
A capacity audience from across the six-county Diocese of Los Angeles has been ticketed to fill the Walt Disney Concert Hall for the June 12 program of organ, choir and brass in a festival program marking the Episcopal Church's 150th year of parish ministry in Southern California.
Tickets ordered by email or telephone since March 1 may be claimed through the local parish office designated with each order. Any problems or missing tickets should be reported promptly by email to bishopsoffice@ladio cese.org or by phone to the Cathedral Center concert line at 213.482.2040, ext. 220.
"Volunteers are doing a remarkable job of filling orders for more than 2,200 tickets, and we appreciate everyone's patience as the requests have been processed in the order received," said Robert Williams, diocesan canon for community relations. "We apologize for those delays created as tickets have been released in sequential batches, but within a matter of days the final orders will be disbursed."
While there is no cost for tickets, concert-goers should be prepared for concert hall parking rates starting at $9 per vehicle, Williams said. "Please plan to arrive early to avoid any delays typical of entering the parking structure for a sold-out event," he added, noting that the program will begin on time at 7:30 p.m.
Under the theme "Horizons & Heritage," the concert features a 180-voice choir singing selections from Vierne's Messe Solonelle, as well as works by Durufle, Howells, Parry and Rutter, with organ works by Bach and Reger.
The program will open with an original composition by Craig Phillips, music director of All Saints' Church, Beverly Hills. The concert also features performances by music directors James Buonemani of St. James, Los Angeles; Thomas Neenan of St. Matthew's, Pacific Palisades; Philip Smith of Church of Our Saviour, San Gabriel; Ned Tipton of St. John's ProCathedral, Los Angeles; and James Walker of All Saints, Pasadena, with choir singers from each congregation.
Bishop Jon Bruno will bring greetings during the program, noting dimensions of thanksgiving and forward-looking vision highlighted throughout the concert.
Plans also call for making available later this year a professional recording of the program.
 Newport Beach property
sold to developer The Corporation Sole, of which Bishop Diocesan J. Jon Bruno is trustee, has accepted a purchase offer of $15 million, twice the appraised value, for Newport Beach property to which Corporation Sole holds title, and which has been made available for the last 18 months to the re-starting mission congregation of St. James the Great.
"This decision was entered prayerfully and practically given the reality that the Corporation Sole and the Corporation of the Diocese can no longer provide assistance for operating expenses," said Bishop Bruno, who is rector of the congregation. "The sale proceeds also offer a considerable asset for investment in future mission and clergy support within the Diocese of Los Angeles."
Bishop Bruno met with congregants on May 17 to discuss the decision, meeting also with the Corporation of the Diocese and Standing Committee at their regularly scheduled May meetings.
Developers are building a new boutique hotel, townhomes and a renovated Lido Village district near the church property. The church is now 40 parking spaces short of city requirements. A neighboring Christian Science church was also recently sold to make way for new construction.
"While the work of the congregation and the current non-stipendiary vicar has been diligent and much appreciated, we must look at the larger picture of sustainability," Bishop Bruno said. He added that his decision was influenced by the outstanding ministries of six neighboring congregations, located in Newport Beach's Corona del Mar section, and in Costa Mesa, Huntington Beach, Irvine, Laguna Beach, and Laguna Niguel.
 IRIS invites all to World Refugee Day event on June 25 Agency also plans citizenship clinic June 30 June is Refugee Awareness Month, and IRIS (Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service), a ministry of the Diocese of Los Angeles, and more than 20 other community organizations will mark the achievements and contributions made by refugees who have settled in the United States with a World Refugee Day Celebration on Saturday, June 25, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Plummer Park, 1200 N. Vista Avenue, West Hollywood. The U.S. Citizen and Immigration Service and representatives from Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti's immigrant affairs office will take part in the event, which also will recognize the refugee crisis in Syria, the plight of unaccompanied minor children entering the United States, and the centennial of the Armenian genocide. Visitors to the fair will find information about refugee services while enjoying refreshments, music, entertainment and raffle prizes. In addition, IRIS has partnered with the El Sereno Public Library to offer free citizenship legal screening and application assistance from 3 - 5 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30. The library is located at 5226 S. Huntington Drive, Los Angeles 90032. IRIS is a Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA) recognized agency, with accredited staff including a licensed immigration attorney. Interested applications must register in advance with IRIS; call 213.819.1890 or email to iris@ladiocese.org. For congregations that would like to feature refugee issues on Sunday, June 21, the Episcopal Church has provided worship materials, including prayers, sermon starters and bulletin inserts, on its website here. |
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 The Rev. Eugenio Ayala-Porfil November 10, 1941 - May 27, 2015
The Rev. Eugenio Ayala-Porfil, former vicar of Holy Family Mission, North Hollywood, and a priest of the Episcopal Church for nearly 50 years, died on May 27 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Los Angeles. Originally from Puerto Rico, he had served as priest in the Diocese of Los Angeles since 2002. Survivors include Pastor Ayala's wife, the Rev. Vanessa Mackenzie, whom he married on January 3, 2004; two sisters; six children; a nephew; 14 grandchildren and two great-grandchildren; and many friends and colleagues in Puerto Rico. His funeral and burial will take place on June 8 at All Saints Church in Vieques, Puerto Rico, where he was baptized and served his first curacy after he was ordained to the diaconate in 1965 and to the priesthood in 1966. He was born in Vieques on November 10, 1941. In addition to his ministry in Puerto Rico and Los Angeles, he served for six years as dean of the Anglican cathedral in Mexico City, where the Rt. Rev. Sergio Carranza-Gomez was bishop. Bishop Suffragan Mary D. Glasspool will preside at a memorial service at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 20 at the ProCathedral of St. John, 514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007. A reception will follow the service.
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Events & announcements ...
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 St. Luke's, Monrovia, dinner and show to feature choir members, guest vocalists
The choir of St Luke's Episcopal Church, Monrovia, will present its third annual fundraiser event at 5 p.m. on Sunday, June 7. Dinner will be served al fresco in the courtyard of the church, located at 122 S. California Avenue (at Foothill Blvd.) in Monrovia, followed by a varied musical show with choir and guest vocalists in the nave, a space known for its legendary acoustics. Wine and dessert will follow in the courtyard. To buy tickets at $25 each, contact Kelly Lauer, j klauer@gmail.com or 626.905-5247 by Wednesday, June 3, to reserve a seat, or purchase tickets at the door. Proceeds will help the church purchase a concert grand piano for the sanctuary.
 St. Gregory's, Long Beach, to hold rummage sale and country fair
St. Gregory's Church, Long Beach, will hold its annual Rummage Sale and Country Fair on Saturday, June 13, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The parish has collections of houseware items, such as glassware, dishes, ceramics, kitchenware, baskets and linens. Come and browse through massive amounts of clothing and boutique apparel, jewelry, accessories, shoes, arts and crafts, as well as treasures and collectibles. Books are available at rock-bottom prices, as well as DVDs and CDs. In the west parking lot under canopies will be hardware, tools, auto care supplies, exterior and interior design items. Indoor, outdoor and office furniture, electronics, garden items (plants, pots and garden tools), sports equipment and toys will be available. Country Fair booths include the BBQ Eatery for lunch; the Country Kitchen, offering jams, pickles and baked goods to take home; and Country Café for breakfast pastries, desserts and coffee. Revenue from this event will be used to support outreach programs for the community as well as parish programs and support agencies for the homeless. St. Gregory's Episcopal Church is located at 6201 E. Willow Street, Long Beach 90815. For information, call 562.420.1311 or visit the website here.
 Vegetable garden seedlings available from St. Stephen's Church, Hollywood St. Stephen's Church, Hollywood, has 6-inch seedlings for summer gardens: peppers, cucumbers, tomatoes and chilis. It's not too late to plant your summer garden at home or church with seedlings grown with love. St. Stephen's asks for a donation of $3 each. For more information contact Holly Cardone at hollycardone@gmail.com or 818.326.1115 for pickup or delivery.
 Red Shirt Project prepares for 15th annual pilgrimage The Red Shirt Project is preparing for its 15th annual youth pilgrimage to the village of Red Shirt on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota, a project of the dioceses of Los Angeles, Minnesota, South Dakota, and Wyoming. Led by the Rev. Michael Cunningham, rector of St. Mary's Church, Lompoc, and the Rev. Robert Two Bulls, Jr., of the Diocese of Minnesota, the young people "will be responsible for setting up and working, with the villagers, the second annual Red Shirt Community Pow Wow at the arbor in Tatunka Numpia park that we built 13 years ago," Cunningham wrote in a letter to supporters. "It provides a 'full immersion' experience that is invaluable to them as they enter into the world of going on mission and service that lies at the heart of the whole Red Shirt Project all these years. After the pow wow, there are numerous service projects still to be completed, and the rhythm of daily worship, Lakota language and values lessons from our Elder, the Rev. Robert Two Bulls, Sr., and all the struggles and joys of living in community at Christ Church, Red Shirt Table." Cunningham is seeking donations to reach the $25,000 fundraising goal to pay for housing and board for the young people, as well as materials to support their work on the reservation. Contributions may made payable to The Red Shirt Project OR St. Mary's Church (write RSP on the memo line), and sent care of the Rev. Michael Cunningham, St. Mary's Episcopal Church, 2800 Harris Grade Road, Lompoc, CA 93436. Bishop Mary Glasspool will be on hand at St. Mary's on July 19 as the young people start out on their journey. For more information, contact Cunningham at sensei1633@aol.com.
 Luncheon for Bloy House, CST graduates to be held at General Convention Claremont School of Theology will host a luncheon for Bloy House and CST graduates attending General Convention On Friday, June 26, at 12 noon, in the Topaz Room at the Salt Lake City Hilton. This luncheon will provide an opportunity for alumni to gather and renew friendships, learn about important new activities and programs going on at both schools, and meet the current deans of Bloy House and CST. All Bloy House or CST graduates or former faculty members attending General Convention are invited. Cost of the luncheon is $30. For reservations, contact Noemi Ortega in the alumni office at CST at nortega@cst.edu.
 Pride event coming June 14 in Los Angeles Southland Episcopalians will take part in the L.A. Pride parade on Sunday, June 14, begining with the Diocese of Los Angeles Pride Eucharist at 9 a.m. in the Bank of America parking lot at the corner of Santa Monica Blvd and Crescent Heights, Los Angeles. This year the celebrant will be Bishop Jon Bruno, and the preacher will be the Rev. Canon Susan Russell of All Saints Church, Pasadena, chair of the diocesan commission on LGBT ministry. Music will be provided by Guy Leemhuis of Holy Faith Church, Inglewood. For the following parade, participants will wear their Pride 2015 shirts (available on-site for $20) with the message "Welcome As You Are: The Episcopal Church," and be accompanied by a flat-bed truck for those who wish to ride, and the Pasadena Scottish Pipes & Drums. For more information, email to cmontella71@gmail.com or call Susan Russell at 626.583.2741.
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THURSDAY - FRIDAY, JUNE 4 - 7
Conference: 'Seizing an Alternative: Toward an Ecological Civilization'
Pomona College/Claremont School of Theology
Pomona
Information here
Registration here
Nearly 1,000 presenters from some 30 countries and as many as 80 areas of specialty will come together for this ambitious transdisciplinary conference on behalf of the planet, focusing on the big ideas that matter for a thriving biosphere. Attendees can join working groups to explore the foundations needed for an ecological civilization. The conference will be held on the campuses of Pomona College and Claremont School of Theology. Cost: is $300 until May 15, $400 thereafter, with reduced rates for seniors, students, and low-income participants. One-day options are also available.
THURSDAYS, FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS, JUNE 4 - 27
Chalk Repertory presents 'Diet of Worms'
St. John's ProCathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007
Information/Tickets: http://chalkrep.com
Diet of Worms, a comedy by Los Angeles-based playwright Tom Jacobson, tells the story of five medieval German nuns who fight Martin Luther's reformation efforts by staging mystery plays based on the Biblical Apocrypha. The play is a modern reimagining of key events in the convent life of historical figure Katherina von Bora, who later married Martin Luther, following the Imperial Diet (the assembly of the Holy Roman Empire) in the city of Worms of 1521. Performances will begin on June 4 and conclude on June 27; at 7 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, and at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturdays. Ticket prices are: $20 June 4-6; $25 June 11-13; $30 June 18-20; and $35 June 25-27.
SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 10 a.m.
Ordination of Deacons
ProCathedral of St. Paul
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007
Information: 213.747.6285
Bishops Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce and Mary D. Glasspool will ordain Nathan Allen Biornstad, Michael Edward Corrigan, Gina Lee Gore, Peter Pi-sen Huang and Gregory Lloyd Millikin to the Sacred Order of Deacons. The prayers and presence of the diocesan community are requested.
SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 2 - 4 p.m.
Disturber of the Peace: A Celebration of Malcolm Boyd
City of West Hollywood Library Auditorium
625 N. San Vincente Blvd., West Hollywood 90069
Information/Reservations here www.disturberofthepeace.com
The Rev. Canon Malcolm Boyd, who died Feb. 27 at the age of 91, had a profound and lasting impact on American culture. The June 7 event will be an afternoon of celebration, surprise guests, music, humor and intimate recollections from Boyd's family and friends. Also featured will be a special sneak preview of major scenes from the upcoming documentary "Disturber Of The Peace," on which Boyd and author/activist Mark Thompson, his partner of more than three decades, have worked for several years. Already a "Festival Favorite" at the Palm Springs Cinema Diverse Film Festival, the film features interviews with Lily Tomlin, Peter Yarrow, Holly Near, Don Bachardy and Tom Hayden, along with an eclectic collection of artists and activists. The event will be hosted by Malcolm's husband, Mark Thompson, along with Mary Bruno (wife of Bishop Jon Bruno of the Diocese of Los Angeles). Seating is limited, and reservations are required.
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SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Garden Party: 'A Place to Grow'
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
1145 W. Valencia Mesa Drive, Fullerton 92833
Information: 714:879.8070
A fundraiser for veterans' housing projects. Emmanuel Church is partnering with Habitat for Humanity of Orange County, the Episcopal churches in Deanery 9, and the Veteran Home Repair program to raise funds for home-improvement projects that will address safety and accessibility for limited-income veterans. Enjoy wine and other beverages and hors d'oeuvre, plus tours of the 46 flourishing 4 x 8-foot plus in Emmanuel's community garden, its St. Francis Prayer Garden, Labyrinth, children's garden and newly planted vineyard. Activities for children also will be offered. Tickets are @20 for adults; children under 12 will be admitted free.
SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 5 - 9:30 p.m.
Laundry Love Fundraiser
St. Wilfrid of York Episcopal Church
18631 Chapel Lane, Huntington Beach 92646
Information: LLBenefit2015@gmail.com
A benefit evening for Laundry Love Huntington Beach will feature a silent auction, raffles, a taco bar dinner, and a performance by A Surrogate Band, a tribute to the music of Pink Floyd. All ages are welcome; guests will be asked to pay what they can. All proceeds will benefit Laundry Love Huntington Beach, a ministry that provides free laundry services for those struggling financially.
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This week in liturgy & the arts ...
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THURSDAYS, FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS, JUNE 4 - 27
Chalk Repertory presents Diet of Worms
St. John's ProCathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007
Information/Tickets: chalkrep.com
Diet of Worms, a comedy by Los Angeles-based playwright Tom Jacobson, tells the story of five medieval German nuns who fight Martin Luther's reformation efforts by staging mystery plays based on the Biblical Apocrypha. The play is a modern reimagining of key events in the convent life of historical figure Katherina von Bora, who later married Martin Luther, following the Imperial Diet (the assembly of the Holy Roman Empire) in the city of Worms of 1521. Performances will begin on June 4 and conclude on June 27; at 7 p.m. on Thursdays and Fridays, and at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturdays. Ticket prices are: $20 June 4-6; $25 June 11-13; $30 June 18-20; and $35 June 25-27.
FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 8 p.m.
Chamber Music Concert: Season Finale
St. Matthew's Episcopal Church
1031 Bienveneda Avenue, Pacific Palisades 90272
Information/Tickets here
The Chamber Orchestra at St. Matthew's and Choir and Soloists of St. Matthew's Parish, under the direction of Thomas Neenan, perform celebratory music for choir and orchestra by John Rutter and Franz Joseph Haydn as well as Felix Mendelssohn's most impressive score - the suite from "A Midsummer Night's Dream."
SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 10 a.m.
Ordination of Deacons
ProCathedral of St. John
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007
Information: 213.747.6285
Bishops Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce and Mary D. Glasspool will ordain Nathan Allen Biornstad, Michael Edward Corrigan, Gina Lee Gore, Peter Pi-sen Huang and Gregory Lloyd Millikin to the Sacred Order of Deacons. The prayers and presence of the diocesan community are requested.
SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 7:30 p.m.
All Angels Cry Aloud: English Cathedral Classics for Choir & Organ
Trinity Episcopal Church
1500 State Street, Santa Barbara
Information here
Featuring Santa Barbara's respected chamber choir, The Adelfos Ensemble (Temmo Korisheli, director) and the recently appointed organist of Trinity Episcopal Church, Dr. Thomas Joyce, performing perform familiar and unusual accompanied and a cappella anthems spanning the historical gamut of sacred music in the Anglican tradition, including works by Purcell, Greene, S.S. Wesley, Parry, Stanford, Wood, Willan, David McK. Williams, Britten, W.H. Harris, and Howells, among others. The splendid neo-Gothic setting of Trinity Episcopal Church in Santa Barbara, with its magnificent pipe organ, provides the perfect setting for this majestic repertoire.
SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 4 p.m.
Jazz Vespers with the Norm Freeman Quartet
St. Michael & All Angels Episcopal Church
3233 Pacific View Drive, Corona Del Mar 92625-1109
Information: www.jazzministry.org or 949.644.0463
A jazz vespers service with music by the Rev. Norm Freeman and friends.
SUNDAY, June 7, 4 p.m.
Organ Recital - Robert Hovencamp
St. Edmund's Episcopal Church
1175 San Gabriel Blvd., San Marino 91108
Information: 626.793.9167
St. Edmund's organist-choirmaster will play music of Bach, Tournemire, and Dupre. A reception will follow the recital.
SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 5 p.m.
Canterbury and Coventry Choirs Spring Concert
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: Debbie Daniels, 626.583.2750
or ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org
Canterbury Choir and Coventry Choir, directed by James Walker and Zanaida Robles, will offer music from around the world, including selections from Louis Vierne's monumental Messe solennelle and from composers Coleridge-Taylor, Gjeilo, Nystedt, Parry, Paulus, Robles, and Walker. Child care provided. $10 suggested donation.
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FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 7:30 p.m.
Gala Concert: Organ, Brass and Choir
Walt Disney Concert Hall
111 S. Grand Avenue, Los Angeles 90012
Information/Tickets: 213.482.2040, ext. 220, or bishopsoffice@ladiocese.org
Free 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.
SATURDAY - SUNDAY, JUNE 13 -14, 3 p.m.
Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera presents Aida
All Souls Chapel, Good Samaritan Hospital
637 S. Lucas Avenue, Los Angeles 90017
Information/Tickets: www.losangelesmet.com or 310.570.6448
Los Angeles Metropolitan Opera (LAMet), a local community company that offers grand opera in intimate settings and at prices almost anyone can afford, will present Giuseppe Verdi's masterpiece, which tells the story of the tragic passions of a captive Ethiopian princess and her Egyptian warrior lover during the reign of the Pharaohs. Advance-sale tickets: $25 ($35 at the door). Good Samaritan Hospital is an institution of the Diocese of Los Angeles.
SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 8 p.m.
Jouyssance Early Music Ensemble: 'The Song of Songs: Music from the Garden of Love'
St. Bede's Episcopal Church
3590 Grand View Blvd., West Los Angeles
Tickets/Information: 213.533.9922 or www.jouyssance.org
A vocal program of works inspired by the Song of Solomon, directed by Nicole Baker. The evocative poetry of the Song of Solomon, one of the greatest odes to human love ever written, inspired composers of the Middle Ages and Renaissance to produce some superlatively beautiful music. Jouyssance's program will include works from Josquin, Victoria, Palestrina, Dunstable, Guerrero, and selections from the Montpellier Codex, an important source of 13th century French polyphony. Tickets: $25 (seniors and Southern California Early Music Society members: $20, students: $15. Discounts are available for prepaid groups of six or more.
SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 4 p.m.
Sunset ChamberFest Festival Concert
St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church
7501 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles 90046
Sunset ChamberFest festival musicians participating in this year's concert include Ling Ling Huang, Mann-Wen Lo, Melody Chang, Alejandro Duque, Jonathan Dormand, Michael Kaufman, the Hocket Duo and the Argus Quartet. The program will include Guinivan's String Quartet (2014 - made possible by the Chamber Music America Classical Commissioning Program, with generous funding provided by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, and the Chamber Music America Endowment Fund); Kotcheff "Death, Hocket, and Roll" for two toy pianos; David String Quartet No. 1 (West Coast premiere); Schubert's Cello Quintet in G Major, D. 956. A reception in the parish hall will follow the service. Free parking is available in the lot north of the rectory on Gardner.
SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 4 p.m.
Jouyssance Early Music Ensemble: 'The Song of Songs: Music from the Garden of Love'
Church of the Angels
1100 Avenue 64, Pasadena
Tickets/Information: 213.533.9922 or www.jouyssance.org
A vocal program of works inspired by the Song of Solomon, directed by Nicole Baker. The evocative poetry of the Song of Solomon, one of the greatest odes to human love ever written, inspired composers of the Middle Ages and Renaissance to produce some superlatively beautiful music. Jouyssance's program will include works from Josquin, Victoria, Palestrina, Dunstable, Guerrero, and selections from the Montpellier Codex, an important source of 13th century French polyphony. Tickets: $25 (seniors and Southern California Early Music Society members: $20, students: $15. Discounts are available for prepaid groups of six or more.
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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 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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FIRST SUNDAYS, 12 noon (June 7)
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. (June 7)
Compline at the Cathedral
St. John's ProCathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles
Information here
A community of prayer for students and young adults. Thirty minutes of candlelight, prayer, stillness and song, followed by food and fellowship. First and third Sundays.
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SECOND WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 p.m. (June 10)
Candlelit Recovery Eucharist
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
100 N. Third Avenue, Covina
Information: 626.967.3939
A candlelit service on the second Wednesday of each month to be a source of strength, support and solace for anyone struggling with alcoholism, drug and other addictions and for those who care for them. The service incorporates readings from the Big Book of Alcoholics Anonymous and special prayers for those in and out of recovery.
SECOND THURSDAYS, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (June 11)
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. (June 12)
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. (June 12)
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.
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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