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 Watts Week 2015 seeks progress 50 years after 1965 civil unrest New investment in community youth and economic infrastructure is among top goals of a weeklong observance set for August 9-16 by the Los Angeles Council of Religious Leaders to mark the 50th anniversary of the 1965 Watts Revolt. Chaired by Bishop J. Jon Bruno, the council will host two events set to "bookend" the week's activities planned by various other civic, cultural and interreligious agencies - including the Los Angeles City Commission on Human Relations, which plans to host a regional conference August 15 at Charles Drew University. Registration information will soon be online at hrc.lacity.org. Working in partnership with the Watts Area Ministers, the Council invites the public to a prayer vigil at 4 p.m. on Sunday, August 9, at 116th Street and Avalon Boulevard, the intersection where the 1965 violence erupted in protest of arrests made by police. A brief commemorative liturgy will include blessing the corner with prayer, incense and holy water in memory of the 34 lives lost during the eight-day conflict that resulted in $40 million in property damage. Read more here. Watts Towers photo by James Michael Dorsey/SHUTTERSTOCK 
Album, video from June 12 Disney Hall concert to benefit 'Neighborhood Good' Digitally mastered CD and DVD recordings of the June 12 Disney Hall "Horizons & Heritage" Festival Concert marking the Episcopal Church's 150th year of parish ministry in Southern California may be ordered starting this week -- with proceeds set to benefit scholarships for deserving urban youth. Advance orders for CDs, priced at $12 each, and DVDs at $24 each, may be placed by email to horizons@ladiocese.org, said concert producer Bob Williams, diocesan canon for community relations. Recordings are scheduled for shipment starting Sept. 1. "Orders placed in advance will greatly assist in managing the production process," he added. "Details for payment online or by check will be forwarded by return email upon each order." Read more here.
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Coadjutor Search Committee
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 REMINDER: All are invited to 'Listening Sessions' to aid coadjutor search
The Coadjutor Bishop Nominating Committee has begun as series of "listening sessions" at which members of the diocesan community are invited to share their thoughts and vision as the committee begins the process of preparing a diocesan profile, the first step in identifying candidates for the election of a bishop coadjutor who will succeed Bishop J. Jon Bruno upon his retirement in 2018. For further information, times, addresses and additional sessions, see "This week around the diocese" below, or visit the search committee web page here.
A new session, 7 - 8 p.m. on Thursday, July 23 at All Saints / Todos los Santos Church, Oxnard, has been added to the schedule.
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Events & announcements ...
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New ministry to focus on Haitian prisons
"God Behind Bars In Haiti," a new program offered through the Program Group on Global Partnership and the Diocese of Los Angeles' longstanding Hands In Healing ministry, will engage in a prison ministry in Haiti this Fall. Participants will meet for several sessions in Los Angeles beginning in September to study, and pray, then travel to Haiti Nov. 1 - 7 to accompany the prison population in the town of Jérémie ("Jeremiah") in the country's remote western region. While in Haiti, participants will meet with prison inmates and their families; purchase, prepare, and deliver food to the prison; engage in group bible study; offer spiritual direction; meet with Haitian clergy; and engage with Haitian human rights activists on the subject of prison reform. Read more here.
 IRIS seeks volunteers to aid refugees
Interfaith Refugee and Immigration Service (IRIS), a program of the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, is seeking volunteers and interns for a variety of programs and positions including:
- Volunteers to help with its food pantry on Friday mornings, 9 a.m - 12 noon. Volunteers package and distribute bags of groceries to newly arrived refugees and low income community members.
- Mentors and teaching assistants for ESL/Civics classes. Classes are held at various hours during the week.
- Bilingual English/Spanish legal services volunteers to work under Attorney supervision and assist IRIS' Central American Minor Family Reunification program.
- Bilingual English/Spanish legal services volunteers to work under Attorney supervision and assist with IRIS' Citizenship program.
To volunteer, contact Lynn Mackenzie at 323.661.8828 or lmackenzie@ladiocese.org
 Stories of St. Francis, Thomas Merton to inform workshop's focus on environment
Holy Nativity Episcopal Church, Westchester, will present "In Conversation with St. Francis and Thomas Merton," a one-day retreat with storytellers David and Sharon Hoover, on Saturday, July 25, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. The retreat will feature a reader's theater performance in which St. Francis, a great 12th-century lover of God's creation before the word environmentalist was coined, and Thomas Merton, a 20th century monk known at his monastery as "Brother Forester," discuss their "mystical environmentalism." Cost is $40, which includes a vegetarian lunch (no one will be turned away for lack of funds). For information and reservations, contact Swami Omkara at 310.306.0246 or email to swamiomkara@sivananda.org. Presented by Holy Nativity Church, Sivananda yoga and Transition Mar Vista/Venice. Holy Nativity Church is located at 6700 W. 83rd Street, Westchester (Los Angeles) 90045.
 Also from IRIS: infant/child
car seats required
IRIS is in need of new or gently used child car safety seat donations for its staff transporting refugee children to and from appointments. To donate, please call 323.667.0489, ext 128, or email iris@ladiocese.org. Donations will help IRIS keep children safe on the road and are tax deductible.
 Episcopal Night at Dodger Stadium is Sept. 18
 Prof. Kwok of EDS to deliver lecture on challenges facing Episcopal Church,
Anglican Communion
Kwok Pui Lan, professor of Christian theology and spirituality at Episcopal Divinity School in Cambridge, Massachusetts, will deliver a lecture on "Challenges Facing the Episcopal Church and the Anglican Communion" on Sunday, Aug. 2 at 11:45 a.m. at Church of the Messiah, 614 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana 92701. Kwok, author of author of Globalization, Gender and Peace Building: The Future of Interfaith Dialogue, will discuss her recent research and analysis. She has written or edited 15 books in English and Chinese, including Discovering the Bible in a Non-Biblical World. In 2009, she was the recipient of the Award for Excellence in Teaching from the American Academy of Religion. In May 2015, she was awarded the Gutenberg Research Award by the Gutenberg Research College of the Johannes Gutenberg University of Mainz, Germany. The Aug. 2 lecture will be preceded by a potluck lunch. For information, call the parish office at 714.543.9389.
 Workshop will address spirituality through imagination, poetry, meditation
Anne Petersen - writer, editor and "church lady" - will lead a workshop titled God Loves a Good Poem: Accessing the Spirit Through Our Imagination" on Saturday, Aug. 8, 9 a.m. - 12:30 a.m. at All Saints Church, Pasadena. Petersen, who for many years served on the staff of All Saints Church, asserts that "we access the Spirit and poetry through the same portal - our imagination." She recalls a line from The Summer Day by Mary Oliver that ends with the lines, "Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?" In that moment, Petersen said, "I, a lifelong, head-oriented Episcopalian, found a new way into the Spirit and never looked back." Peterson will assisting participants in using poetry, meditation and other helpful tools for their spiritual journey. The workshop is sponsored by Stillpoint: The Center for Christian Spirituality. Information and registration (required by Aug. 3) here. Space is limited. All Saints Church is located at 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101.
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This week around the diocese ...
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SATURDAY, JULY 18, 10 a.m.
Bishop Coadjutor Search Committee Listening Session
St. Cross Church
1818 Monterey Boulevard, Hermosa Beach
Registration here
This session will be conducted in English. Please see listing for July 9 for more information.
SATURDAY, JULY 18, 10 a.m.
Bishop Coadjutor Search Committee Listening Session
St. George's Church
23802 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills
Registration here
This session will be conducted in English. The Coadjutor Search Committee is charged with identifying candidates for the election of a bishop coadjutor who will eventually succeed J. Jon Bruno as bishop of Los Angeles. "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 opportunities for both clergy and lay members to share their perspectives in writing and verbally. Sessions will be available in English, Korean, Chinese, Vietnamese, Spanish and American Sign language. Registration for each session is requested. 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).
SATURDAY, JULY 18, 5 p.m.
Bishop Coadjutor Search Committee Listening Session
The Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles
Registration here
This session will be conducted in Spanish and English. Please see listing above for more information.
SUNDAY, JULY 18, 2 p.m.
Corita Kent Play Reading
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Little Heart, a new play by acclaimed playwright Irene O'Garden, is based on the life of artist Corita Kent and explores her ongoing battle with Cardinal MacIntyre, as well as her private struggles with fellow sisters, students and her own spiritual doubt. The reading stars Amanda Plummer and is directed by John Pielmeier. In the Forum at All Saints. The play is presented in conjunction with the exhibit of Kent's work at the Pasadena Museum of California Art (PMCA), and the exhibit will be open for extended hours until 6 p.m. so attendees may visit the exhibition after the play. Parking at All Saints and at the PMCA. Free admission.
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THURSDAY, JULY 23, 7 - 8 p.m.
Bishop Coadjutor Search Committee Listening Session
All Saints/Todos los Santos Church
144 South C Street, Oxnard 93030
Information: 805.483.2347
This session will be conducted in English and Spanish. Please see listing for July 18 for more information.
SATURDAY, JULY 25, 10 a.m.
Bishop Coadjutor Search Committee Listening Session
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
330 E. 16th Street, Upland
This session will be conducted in English. Please see listing for July 18 for more information.
SATURDAY, JULY 25, 5 p.m.
Bishop Coadjutor Search Committee Listening Session
St. Simon's Church
623 N. Hagar Street, San Fernando This session will be conducted in Spanish. Please see listing for July 18 for more information.
SUNDAY, JULY 26, 2 p.m.
Bishop Coadjutor Search Committee Listening Session
All Saints Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Registration here
This session will be conducted in English and American Sign Language. Please see listing for July 18 for more information.
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This week in liturgy & the arts ...
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FRIDAY, JULY 17, 7:30 p.m.
Northwest Boychoir of Seattle
All Saints' Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
The Northwest Boychoir, a 40-year tradition in the Seattle area, led by Joseph Crnko for three decades. The choir is on its 2015 concert tour.
SATURDAY, JULY 18, 7 p.m.
Bel Canto by Candlelight
St. Mark's in-the-Valley Church
2901 Nojoqui Avenue, Los Olivos
Information: www.syvjc.org / 805.693.4243
A live professional benefit performance featuring scenes and selections from opera, musical theater and choral music, performed in the candle-lit sanctuary and followed by a light wine and hors d'oeuvres reception in the garden courtyard. Bel Canto by Candlelight is a collaboration between St. Mark's and the Santa Ynez Valley Jewish Community (which holds services at St. Mark's throughout the year).
SUNDAY, JULY 19, 4 p.m.
Northwest Boychoir of Seattle
St. Cross Episcopal Church
1818 Monterey Blvd, Hermosa Beach
Information: 310.376.8989
The Northwest Boychoir, a 40-year tradition in the Seattle area, led by Joseph Crnko for three decades. The choir is on its 2015 concert tour, and this will be its only performance in the South Bay area. Tickets: $15. All proceeds will benefit Episcopal Relief and Development Fund for aid to Nepal.
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SUNDAY, JULY 26, 6 p.m.
Jazz on the Patio
St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church
280 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley 93065
Information: 805.526.5141
Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the music. All are welcome.
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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
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THIRD THURSDAYS, 6:30 - 8 p.m. (July 16)
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. (July 19)
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. (July 19)
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.
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FOURTH SATURDAYS, 5 p.m. (July 25)
Latin Vigil Mass with LA Schola
St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church
7501 Hollywood Blvd., Hollywood (Los Angeles)
Information: 323.876.2102
The LA Schola is a small local singing ensemble that performs early music of the Church in the context for which it was written - the Mass. On the fourth Saturday of each month, the LASchola accompanies the weekly Latin Vigil Mass at St. Thomas.
FOURTH TUESDAYS, 7 p.m. (July 28)
Taizé Worship Service
St. Francis Episcopal Church (chapel)
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates
Information: 310.375.4617
A meditative Taizé service of healing and wholeness that includes candlelight, periods of silence, chants and intercessory prayer with a prayer team leader. Followed by a reception with light refreshments. Taizé is a calming and beautiful form of sung contemplative prayer developed in an ecumenical monastery in France. Taizé services are offered throughout the year on the fourth Tuesday of each month. Donations are welcome.
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