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 Coadjutor search committee calls for series of 14 'listening sessions'
The Coadjutor Search Committee is beginning the process of developing a profile for the Diocese of Los Angeles, and it is seeking help from the entire diocesan community.
The committee, which is charged with identifying candidates for the election of a bishop coadjutor who will eventually succeed J. Jon Bruno as bishop of Los Angeles, has planned a series of "listening sessions" throughout the diocese between now and the end of July.
"We are interested in listening to your vision of who we are and who we aspire to be as a diocese and the skills and qualities you believe are necessary for a leader who will shepherd us in the years to come," wrote the Rev. Canon Julian Bull, chair of the committee.
"Each session will provide an opportunity for sharing your perspective both in writing and verbally," Bull wrote. "Each of the geographical meetings will provide separate breakout groups for lay people and for clergy." Sessions will be available in English, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, Spanish and American Sign Language.
"Each session will be two hours in length and will be conducted through an intentional listening process established through the Kaleidoscope Institute," Bull wrote.
The committee requests that interested parishioners and clergy register for the session they wish to attend by visiting the search committee web page here.
According to Bull, committee members are developing online and hard-copy survey materials for those who are unable to attend one of the sessions. Information about these resources will be posted here as it becomes available, and will be noted in the Episcopal News Weekly and Update ( www.episcopalnews.com).
For session dates, and to register, click here.
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People ...
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Five ordained to diaconate Bishops Suffragan Mary D. Glasspool (at left) and Diane Jardine Bruce (at right) ordained (from left) Michael Corrigan, Gina Gore, Nathan Bjornstad, Peter Pi-sen Huang and Greg Millikin to the transitional diaconate on June 6 at St. St. John's ProCathedral, Los Angeles.
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Events & announcements ...
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 Focused Meditation Walk training available by appointment at Emmanuel, Fullerton
Emmanuel Church, Fullerton, is the center for learning the Focused Meditation Walk, which "relieves anxiety, brings peace and gives direction in life," according to Dr. Benson of the Harvard School of Medicine. Training for the portable pathfinder kit will be on selected Saturdays from 11 to 1, by appointment only. For details email to the Rev. Canon Paul Edwards at paulnanita@sbcglobal.net.
 Catechumenate training offered at autumn institute
North American Association for the Catechumenate (NAAC) will offer a parish training institute, titled "Go Baptize, Make Disciples," Ot. 1 - 3 in Sacramento cohosted by St. John's Lutheran Church, Trinity Cathedral and St. Martin's Episcopal Church. A team composed of Episcopalians, Lutherans, and Presbyterians will lead participants through an inspirational, practical three-day training designed to introduce the catechumenate, an ancient spiritual practice, to youth and adults to their congregations. Congregational leaders already involved in the Catechumenate process are also encouraged to attend and find new ways to enrich this journey of faith formation. Scholarships are available for seminarians and first-call pastors. For information, contact Devra Betts, registrar, at devrabetts@gmail.com or 702.232.8383, or visit the NAAC website to download a brochure and register online.
 Group spiritual direction will be topic of Stillpoint's Spiritual Friendship Circles retreat
Spiritual director and retreat leader Ann Jaqua will lead "Spiritual Friendship Circles: An Introduction to Group Spiritual Direction," a one-day retreat sponsored by Stillpoint: The Center for Christian Spirituality, on Saturday, July 11, 9 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at All Saints Church, 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena. According to Stillpoint's announcement, "A spiritual friendship circle is a process in which people gather together to assist one another in an ongoing awareness of God in all of life. In these circles, participants provide peer spiritual companionship to each other using deep listening, prayer, and silence and sharing." Cost is $48 for registration by June 30, $58 thereafter. Lunch may be purchased for an additional $10. Information and registration is here.
 Guibord Center sponsors demonstration of Buddhist worship practices
The Guibord Center invites the diocesan community to a demonstration of Buddhist worship practices on Saturday, June 27, 10 a.m. to 12 noon at the Hsi Lai Temple in Hacienda Heights, a traditional Chinese Buddhist mountain monastery and one of the largest Buddhist temples in North America. The demonstration will feature instruments used in worship - wooden fish, big gong, drum and bell; and ten offerings - and symbols, including lotus, Bodhi tree, Buddha's footprint; and mudras (hand gestures). Questions will be welcomed. After the presentation, participants may enjoy a vegetarian buffet meal at the monastery, wander the grounds, sample tea and visit the bookstore and museum. Registration and information are here. The Fo Guang Shan Hsi Lai Temple is located at 3456 Glenmark Drive, Hacienda Heights 91745. The Guibord Center, based at the ProCathedral of St. John in Los Angeles, works to increase understanding among the Southland's diverse religious traditions.
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This week around the diocese ...
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THURSDAY - SATURDAY, JUNE 11 - 13
Stillpoint: 'Becoming a Spiritual Director'
Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91755
Information/Registration: www.stillpointca.org
Stillpoint: The Center for Christian Spirituality will offer a three-day orientation to the ministry of spiritual direction. "If you delight in spiritual friendship and conversation, have a good ear to listen and hear others, and enjoy the spiritual journey, you may have the gifts to become a spiritual director or companion to others," says the announcement from Stillpoint. "Tens of thousands of people around the world meet regularly with their spiritual director to explore the interior movements of their lives. They need trained spiritual director/companions who will accompany them in a sacred that is private and confidential." Registration is limited and must be received by June 1. Stillpoint has provided two-year formation programs for spiritual direction for nearly 30 years.
FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 1 - 7:15 p.m.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Grace Episcopal Church
555 E. Mountain View Avenue, Glendora
Information: 626.335.3171
The drive will take place at the beginning of summer, when local blood supplies are critically low, according to event coordinator Catie Anders. To make a reservation to donate, contact Anders at blooddrive@graceglendora.org and include following information: first name, last name, email address, phone number, and requested time for donation.
SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Rummage Sale and Country Fair
St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
6201 E. Willow Street, Long Beach 90815
Information: 562.420.1311 or here
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 Cafe 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.
SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Year-round Stewardship Seminar
St. Cross Episcopal Church
1818 Monterey Blvd., Hermosa Beach
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.
http://stewardship.ladiocese.org/sds/year-roundstewardship.html
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'oeuvres, 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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FRIDAY - SUNDAY, JUNE 19 - 21
Retreat: 'There's a Wideness in God's Mercy '
Mt. Calvary Monastery and Retreat house
505 E. Los Olivos Road, Santa Barbara 93105
Information here
Registration: 805.682.4117 or mtcalvary1@aol.com
Retreat leader Brother Bob Pierson, a monk of the Order of the Holy Cross at Mount Calvary, will share his reflections on the hymn text "There's a Wideness in God's Mercy," and will show through the parables of Jesus and several events in Jesus' life that he shared a loving and forgiving image of God with his followers. Cost of $275 per person includes room and meals. All major credit cards are accepted.
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This week in liturgy & the arts ...
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THURSDAYS, FRIDAYS AND SATURDAYS, through JUNE 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.
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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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SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 4 p.m.
Musical Treasures of the Baroque Era
St. Ambrose Episcopal Church
830 W. Bonita Avenue, Claremont 91711
Information: 909.626.7170 / saintambrose@verizon.net
This concert will feature festive works that typified a highly spirited and exciting musical period. Featuring: "Come, Ye Sons of Art Away" by Henry Purcell along with works by J.S. Bach, Georg Philipp Telemann, and Grezegorz G. Gorczycki. A free will offering will be taken to help support the music ministry at St. Ambrose Episcopal Church.
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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. (Suspended for the summer after June 11: services will resume Sept. 3.)
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 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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THIRD THURSDAYS, 6:30 - 8 p.m. (June 18)
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.
THIRD SUNDAYS, 6 p.m. (June 21)
Service of Taizé
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
580 Hilgard Avenue, Westwood (Los Angeles)
Information: The Rev. PaulElder, 818.398.4541
Dinner is served at 6, followed by the service.
THIRD SUNDAYS, 7 p.m. (June 21)
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. (June 21)
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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