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 Christian Kassoff of Laundry Love to address DOK Fally Assembly
Kassoff (pictured at left) will discuss the Laundry Love program, which partners churches and other organizations with local laundromats to provide laundry service for the poor, vulnerable and marginalized. Diocesan congregations have launched Laundry Love programs in several communities, including Venice, Huntington Beach and Pomona.
New officers to be installed at the Assembly Eucharist include co-Presidents Gloria Flowers (St. John's ProCathedral, Los Angeles) and Amy Sisson (St. Andrew's Church, Torrance); Vice President Irvelle Black (St. John's ProCathedral); Treasurer Lanneau Miller (St. Clement's-by-the-Sea Church, San Clemente); and Secretary Shelly Benner (St. Andrew's Church, Torrance).
The day's agenda will begin with registration at 8:30 a.m.; Eucharist at 9:30 a.m.; roll call and business meeting at 10:30, followed by Kassoff's presentation at 11 a.m. and lunch at 12 noon.
Daughters of the King and their guests are encouraged to attend. Registration cost is $15 per person if payment is received by Oct. 26; $20 thereafter and at the door. Online registration and payment are available here. For further information, contact Lanneau Miller at 949.500.6282 or lanneau@cox.net.
 Help resettle a Syrian refugee family in Los Angeles Interfaith Refugee and Immigration Service (IRIS), a project of the Diocese of Los Angeles, recently received notice that it will be resettling its first Syrian refugee family as early as November. Unlike many refugees resettled by IRIS, the family, a pregnant mother and father and their two teenage boys, has no family or friends in the United States to help welcome them.
At a silent auction at All Saints Church, Pasadena, on Oct. 10, Episcopalian and other concerned Angelenos contributed about $5,000 to resettle Syrian refugees in Los Angeles, funds that will be used to help pay for rent and obtain the necessities of life in Southern California.
IRIS invites others to make a tax deductible donation to support IRIS's resettlement work. Checks may be made payable to the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angles, with "IRIS" on the memo line, and sent to Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service, 3621 Brunswick Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90039, or visit the IRIS website here and click the "Donate" button to make a secure credit card or PayPal contribution.
In addition, the store "Ten Thousand Villages" will contribute a percentage of their sales when consumers mention "auction for refugees" until Nov. 5. Visit the store at 567 South Lake Ave, Pasadena, CA, 91101 or online here. Be sure to mention "Auction for Refugees" at checkout.
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REQUIESCANT
 Nancy Garni May 14, 1951 - October 9, 2015
Nancy Garni, longtime director of development at Hillsides, died Oct. 9 of cardiac arrest. She had been in remission after a two-year battle with leukemia that included a stem-cell transplant. She was 64.
Survivors include her husband, Michael Seltzer; her daughter, Katherine Farina; and a sister, Judy Garni. A celebration of her life will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 17 at St. Edmund's Episcopal Church, 1175 S. San Gabriel Blvd, San Marino 91107. A reception in St. Edmund's parish hall will follow the service.
A native of Whittier, California, Nancy Garni graduated from California High School in 1969, where she began her lifelong ministry by sending care packages to soldiers serving in Vietnam and volunteering at a nearby hospital. She graduated from Cal State Fullerton with a bachelor's degree in English literature in 1979, and became volunteer personnel director of Anaheim Memorial Hospital Medical Centers. She later worked for the Los Angeles chapter of the American Red Cross, where she became development director. In 1989, she became chief advancement officer for Hillsides, a diocesan institution that provides services for foster children and youth at its campus in Pasadena. During her 26-year tenure in that position, Garni oversaw four capital campaigns that raised more than $50 million to provide services and programs for Hillsides' clients. She also was a former member of the board of The Gooden School, an Episcopal academy in Sierra Madre.
The family asks that in lieu of flowers, donations be directed to City of Hope or Hillsides, where memorial funds will be established in Garni's honor. She was especially fond of gardens, and a garden on the Hillsides campus will be created as a permanent memorial.
 Jean Sharley Taylor Lescoe June 14, 1924 - October 10, 2015
Jean Sharley Taylor Lescoe, retired associate editor of the Los Angeles Times and member of All Saints Church, Pasadena, died Oct. 10. She was 91. Lescoe, who used the name Jean Sharley Taylor professionally, assisted the Diocese of Los Angeles and wider Episcopal Church as a two-time judge of the Episcopal Communicators' Polly Bond Awards, serving with other Times section editors and with representatives of the Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. She also served on the vestry at All Saints Church. During her early career in Detroit, she edited the newspaper of the Diocese of Michigan.
Survivors include her son, the Rev. John Taylor, vicar of St. John Chrysostom Church, Rancho Santa Margarita, and his wife, Kathy Hannigan O'Conner; two granddaughters; two step-daughters; two step-grandchildren; a nephew and a niece. Her first marriage, to Detroit journalist Harvey Hileman Taylor, ended in divorce. Her second husband, Los Angeles thoracic surgeon Richard John Lescoe, predeceased her.
A celebration of her life will take place at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 16, 2016 at All Saints Church, 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101. Memorial contributions may be made to the rector's discretionary fund at All Saints.
Taylor came to The Times in 1971 as women's editor and later edited the View section. Named associate editor in 1975, she presided over the creation of a number of sections, including daily Calendar, the Book Review and the Los Angeles Times Magazine. During that period, the Times won three Pulitzer Prizes for arts coverage. For many years, she was the only woman named on the newspaper's masthead. Before coming to Los Angeles, Taylor was associate editor of the Arizona Republic and also had worked as a reporter for the Detroit Free Press.
A full obituary from the Los Angeles Times is here.
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Gazettes: Long Beach Community Website
October 11
On National Coming Out Day, St. Luke's
Honors LGBTQ People Of Every Faith
This Sunday, Oct. 11, people across the country will come out as gay, lesbian, bisexual or transgender as part of National Coming Out Day. At a church in Long Beach, three speakers will tell their own stories in honor of the day. Tom Crowe, a board member at St. Luke's Episcopal Church, is one of the organizers of the church's National Coming Out Day service, now in its 11th year. He said church members want to publicly counteract anti-gay messages from other religious groups. Read more here.
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 Author Thomas Moore to lead Stillpoint workshop on 'soul care'
Stillpoint: the Center for Christian Spirituality will host "Soul Care: Finding a Deeper Spirituality for the Secular World," a workshop with author Thomas Moore on Saturday, Nov. 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at All Saints Church in Pasadena. Moore is the author of the New York Times bestselling book Care of the Soul and 15 other books on deepening spirituality and cultivating soul in every aspect of life. He has been a monk, a musician, a university professor, and a psychotherapist, and today he lectures widely on holistic medicine, spirituality, psychotherapy, and the arts. Three of Moore's books have won Books for a Better Life awards. According to Joe Webb of Stillpoint, "The day will focus less on what people believe (the usual intellectual approach) and more on your relation to your soul, other people, and the world - a spirituality of the heart." Cost for the day is $55 before October 25, and $65 thereafter. To register for the workshop visit www.stillpointca.org. Lunch is available for $10 or participants may bring their own. All Saints Church is located at 132 N. Euclid Avenue in Pasadena.
 Seminar to study early Christian monasticism Brother Adam McCoy, OHC, will lead a three-day seminar titled "Monks Before Benedict: Early Christian Monasticism," exploring the tradition of early Christian monasticism before St. Benedict established his Rule. The seminar will be held at Mt. Calvary Monastery and Retreat Center Tuesday, Dec. 1 - Thursday, Dec. 3. Through the lives and writings of about seven monastic founders participants will look at monastic life in the East and in the West, in the desert and in the town. Each contributes a distinctive strand to a monastic tapestry that was already rich by the time Benedict wrote the Rule. Each session will begin with an exploration of character, history and culture, and then concentrate on brief selections from writings by and about these progenitors of the monastic movement. Each session will close with reflections on what relevance this type of monastic life might have today. The schedule will be:
- Tuesday evening: Introduction
- Wednesday morning: In Eastern Deserts: Antony of Egypt, Pachomius
- Wednesday afternoon: In Eastern Towns: Basil of Caesarea
- Wednesday evening: In Western Towns: Augustine of Hippo, Caesarius of Arles
- Thursday morning: In Western "Deserts": Martin of Tours, John Cassian
McCoy received his Ph.D. in 1973 in Anglo-Saxon literature, concentrating on monastic homiletics, at Cornell University. He joined the Order of the Holy Cross that year and has been a student of monastic history ever since. He is the author of Holy Cross: A Century of Anglican Monasticism (1987) and of an article on Anglican Monasticism in the forthcoming Oxford Handbook of Christian Monasticism. Cost for the retreat is $340 per person, which includes all materials, a single room and meals. For information or to register, email to mtcalvary1@aol.com or call 805.682.4117. The retreat center is located at 505 E. Los Olivos, Santa Barbara, CA 93105.
 St. Aidan's, Malibu, to hold
'Sunset Soirée' Nov. 8
St. Aidan's Church, Malibu, will hold its annual "Sunset Soirée" on Sunday, Nov. 8, at the Malibu West Beach Club, featuring live music, delicious food, shopping for homemade goods, a raffle, a silent auction, and samples of award-winning wines from local Malibu wineries as well as others from Northern, Central and Southern California. The gorgeous backdrop of the Malibu shoreline will provide a memorable experience for all. Proceeds benefit St. Aidan's outreach programs, including School on Wheels, serving the educational needs of homeless children; Dorcas House, a Tijuana orphanage housing, feeding, educating, and protecting children whose parents are in La Mesa Prison in Tijuana; Malibu Labor Exchange, providing a humane and organized day labor hiring center; Episcopal Relief and Development, helping nearly 3 million people worldwide who live in extreme poverty; and Nets for Life, fighting malaria by providing life-saving training, and distributing insecticide-treated mosquito nets to people in Africa. Suggested donation per person is $35. Childcare is available. To reserve tickets, or for more information, email to office@staidanschurch.org.
 All Saints, Pasadena, to present an evening of 'spirituality and beauty' with Richard Hearns All Saints Church, Pasadena, will host an evening with artist Richard Hearns, born in Beirut and reared in Dublin, on Friday, October 30, 6 p.m. in Sweetland Hall. Hearns' paintings document a search for an idyll. Driven by a deep spiritual sensibility, his experiences and connections with separate locations and cultures are combined to form a triangular history. "I got to know Richard Hearns and his beautiful paintings during our journeys to the homeland of the Celtic poet-philosopher, John O'Donohue, on the Western Coast of Ireland, writes Ed Bacon, rector of All Saints, who will facilitate the conversation. "This 35-year old artist and athlete embodies that Celtic spirituality where God is seen and revealed in the beauty of nature. Just as the poet Mary Oliver defines prayer as paying careful attention to creation, Richard Hearns embodies that prayerful attention in his paintings. Now you get to see an exhibit of those paintings and join in a conversation we will have about spirituality and the creative process. We will also get to sample the delicious Thai cooking of Richard's wife, Boo. I hope you will join me for an evening of spirituality and beauty." For information, contact Debbie Daniels at ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org or 626.583.2750. All Saints Church is at 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena.
 Gooden Center invites all to join 'Ride 4 Recovery' The Gooden Center, an Episcopal Church-related substance abuse recovery ministry for men based in Pasadena, will hold its annual major fundraiser, the Richard Selje 2015 Ride 4 Recovery on Saturday, Oct. 24, beginning at 7 a.m. This bicycling event will offer Century (100 mile), Metric Century (62 mile) and newly introduced Quarter Century (25 mile) challenges. Riders (age 12 and up), supporters and donors are welcome. All proceeds will help fund scholarships for Gooden Center clients. Since its founding 53 years ago, The Gooden Center in Pasadena has delivered treatment to more than 8,000 men and their families. The center's professional staff takes great pride in the quality of treatment it provides at a cost significantly lower than most, thanks in part to the cycling fundraiser and other donations. For this year's Ride 4 Recovery, the center has the support of the Pasadena Fire Department and the Pasadena Police Department. The ride will be based at Centennial Square of Pasadena City Hall, 100 Garfield Avenue. For more information and to register, visit the center's website here.
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FRIDAY - SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16 - 18 Desert Journeys 30th Anniversary Retreat Patton's Altar Sight Desert Center, CA Celebrating thirty years of desert rendezvous experiences, the Desert Journeys retreat will offer nature walks, campfires, daily offices, and Sunday Eucharist, surrounded by the breathtaking wilderness of the California desert. Rigs of all kinds are welcome. Please call for more information and the address.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 8 a.m.
Matt's Run Cal Poly University
3801 W Temple Ave, Pomona 91768
Information/Registration here
St. John's, Las Verne, will participate in Matt's Run, a fundraiser for student scholarships named for Matthew Meyers, a member of that church and student of Cal Poly who was tragically lost at age 20 to a car accident on the campus. The 5k run will be through Cal Poly's scenic campus and agricultural fields. Early registration is $20 for students and $35 for adults. Registration on the day of the event will be an additional $5. The race will begin at 8 a.m., followed by an awards ceremony at 9:30 and a hot dog barbecue at 10, courtesy of Cal Poly's Greek Council. Community "superheroes" are encouraged to participate; runners and walkers can come dressed in costume.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Boutique with a Purpose Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626.282.5147.
In support of the church's ministries to children. A variety of crafters and vendors will have great holiday gifts for all members of the family. Vendors include: Kim's Snack Shop, Bills Wood Pallets, Carol's Quilted Creations, Jafra Cosmetics, Blue Violet Boutique, Origami Owl, The Pampered Chef, Tupperware, Diane's Hand-Crocheted Scarves and More, Thirty-One Babylovebeat, candles and soaps, nail boutique, Theresa's Crafts, Jewelry by M, and many more.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
GFS Fall Fun Day Pacific Marine Mammal Center
20612 Laguna Canyon Road, Laguna Beach 92651
Information/Reservations: victoriasynowsky@att.net or 949.903.1433
The Girls Friendly Society invites all girls ages six to 21 to its Fall Fun Day. Participants will gather at the center at 9:30 a.m.; the program will begin at 10 a.m., followed by a trail hike from 11 a.m. to noon. Girls and leaders should bring their own lunches to eat at nearby picnic tables, and wear shoes suitable for hiking. For reservations, send girls' names and church name and city by Oct. 12 to Vicki Synowsky at victoriasynowsky@att.net or 949.903.1433.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 10 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Social Media Strategies for Congregations Workshop Cathedral Center,
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information: media@ladiocese.org
Social media strategist Justin Baker will keynote a communications workshop set for diocesan congregations who wish to use online tools for better and more efficient ministry. Sponsored by the diocesan Program Group on Communication and Bloy House, the event will be co-hosted by diocesan communication staff members Bob Williams, Janet Kawamoto, and Chris Tumilty. Beginner and advanced presentations will be available, with instructions and suggestions for how to integrate online media with a congregation's wider communication plan. Teams of two or more representatives from each congregation are encouraged to participate, with advance registration requested by email.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Third Annual Latino/Hispanic Ministry Fiesta All Saints Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: 626.583.2734
To honor the diversity of All Saints Church's parishioners and the Pasadena community at large, the Latino/Hispanic Ministry invites everyone to a festive afternoon with food, games, dancing and live music, as they celebrate Latin American roots and traditions. Artists will include Ballete Folklorico Quetzal (providing afterschool programs for youth through folk art, music and dance), Mariachi Arcoiris (the first openly LGBT mariachi band in the U.S.) and the eight-member salsa band El Bosque Encantado.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 5 p.m. - 10 p.m
Dinner Dance Fundraiser St. Paul's Episcopal Church
242 East Alvarado Street, Pomona
Information: 909.622.2015
St. Paul's Church in Pomona will host an evening of food and fun, with dinner by Chef Jason of Crave Catering and dancing to the music of Global Affair. There will also be a silent auction, raffles, and door prizes. Admission is $50, with proceeds going towards refurbishing the parish kitchen. Deadline for buying tickets is October 12.
SUNDAY - SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18 - 24
Icon Writing Workshop Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles
Information/Registration: Edward Beckett, 626.791.7953 or edward@beckettstudio.com
Presented by Prosopon School of Iconology and sponsored by Thad's, Santa Monica. Icons are painted images of saints, angels, and the divine that are used in community worship and individual devotions. The six-day workshop will offer meditations, worship, and at least six hours of expert instruction each day from Master Iconographer Tatiana Berestova. Students will produce icons in the ancient Russian-Byzantine tradition. Prior art training is not required. Included in the class fee of $1,300 per person for first-level students are more than 36 hours of exceptional instruction; shared bathroom, double occupancy accommodations for 6 nights; all meals; and materials. Instruction also is available for upper-level students; see the brochure for full details.
OCTOBER 19, 20, 21,22 & 26, 7 - 9 p.m.
Belief Interfaith Screening All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information: ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org or 626.583.2750
Registration: http://bit.ly/1OvacKk
"Belief" is a groundbreaking television event exploring humankind's ongoing search to connect with something greater than ourselves. This original series - produced by Oprah Winfrey - invites viewers to witness some of the world's most fascinating spiritual journeys through the eyes of the believers. Journeying to the far reaches of the world, and to places cameras have rarely been, "Belief" searches the origins of diverse faiths and the heart of what really matters. From the epic to the intimate, woven throughout each hour are stories of people on spiritual journeys, taking them to sacred spaces and leading to the question: "What do you believe?" All five evenings of screenings will be followed by journaling and a brief group spiritual direction conversation facilitated by Ed Bacon, rector of All Saints. There is no charge for the series but registrations are requested.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 20, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Versed: Hard Truths - A study of prophecy (Session 5) Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information: 213.482.2040
Registration here
What is a prophet? Who is a prophet? Where did the prophets of the Bible go? The Program Group on Youth & Young Adult Ministry invites young adults (21-39 years of age, clergy or lay) to explore the human nature of prophecy at a six-week series of biblical discussions led by Bishops Jon Bruno, Diane Jardine Bruce and Mary Glasspool, and three guest speakers. Participants will eat, learn and reflect together on the bishops' teachings as they become well "versed" in the scriptures. Cost per person is $60 for the series. Sessions will begin with dinner at 7:30 p.m. and conclude at 9:30 p.m. The topic for this session is "How do I speak prophecy?"
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 7:30 p.m.
The Gospel of Mark Alive: Bert Marshall St. Alban's Episcopal Church
580 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles 90024
Information: .310.208.6516
The Rev. Bert Marshall will present the Gospel of Mark alongside compositions he wrote to accompany the text. This evening, made possible by an anonymous gift, promises to be an extraordinary immersion into the Gospel. |
OCTOBER 21 - NOVEMBER 14
Brass Rubbing & Medieval Arts Center
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
525 E. Seventh Street, Long Beach 90813
Information: (562) 439-9496 or here
The Brass Rubbing Medieval Arts center returns to Long Beach, where guests can use this old-fashioned technique to create images of plaques, woodblocks, and ancient burial markers. Visitors to the medieval-themed event may also make reservations for an English tea. Prices for rubbings vary between $5 and $10, depending on the materials. Public walk-in hours are 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Wednesdays through Saturdays. Groups of 10 or more can schedule Tuesdays through Saturdays. The center is closed Sundays and Mondays.
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 22, 6 p.m.
Celebration of a New Ministry - George Okusi
St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church
5306 E. Arbor Road, Long Beach 90808
Information: 562.425.4457 or stlb47@verizon.net
Bishop J. Jon Bruno will preside and preach at the institution of Rev. Dr. George Okusi as vicar of St. Thomas' Church. All are invited.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 7 a.m.
Gooden Center Richard Selje 'Ride 4 Recovery'
Centennial Square / City Hall
100 Garfield Avenue, Pasadena
information/Registration here
BenefitingThe Gooden Center, an Episcopal Church-related substance abuse recovery ministry for men based in Pasadena, this bicycling event will offer Century (100 mile), Metric Century (62 mile) and newly introduced Quarter Century (25 mile) challenges. Riders (age 12 and up), supporters and donors are welcome. All proceeds will help fund scholarships for Gooden Center clients.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 8 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Holiday Decorations Sale
St. Clement's by-the-Sea Church
202 Avenida Aragon, San Clemente 92672
Information: 949.492.3401
St. Clement's will host a holiday decorations sale featuring gently-used Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas decorations, as well as items for regifting. This year's sale will also feature local crafters' original works.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 6:30 - 9 p.m.
Gathering and Abundance Labyrinth Walk
St. Columba's Episcopal Church
1251 Las Posas Road, Camarillo 93010
St. Columba's Guided Labyrinth Walk will celebrate abundance and giving. Visitors are invited and encouraged to bring non-perishable food items and place them on the path. The food will be added to the Food Pantry for the coming holidays. Anyone is welcome, regardless of experience with labyrinths.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25, 12 noon - 4 p.m.
Oktoberfest
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
14646 Sherman Way, Van Nuys 91405
Information: 818.785.4251 or http://saintmarksvannuys.com
Featuring German foods such as bratwurst, potato salad, beer, pretzels and more, with live polka music by Linda Herman. A German Mass at 4 p.m. will conclude the event. $5 donation per person.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 7:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Versed: Hard Truths - A study of prophecy (Session 6)
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Information: 213.482.2040
Registration here
What is a prophet? Who is a prophet? Where did the prophets of the Bible go? The Program Group on Youth & Young Adult Ministry invites young adults (21-39 years of age, clergy or lay) to explore the human nature of prophecy at a six-week series of biblical discussions led by Bishops Jon Bruno, Diane Jardine Bruce and Mary Glasspool, and three guest speakers. Participants will eat, learn and reflect together on the bishops' teachings as they become well "versed" in the scriptures. Cost per person is $60 for the series. Sessions will begin with dinner at 7:30 p.m. and conclude at 9:30 p.m. The topic for this session is "How do you get people to listen to prophecy? Is it still prophecy if no one listens?"
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 16, 8 p.m.
The Chamber Orchestra at St. Matthew's
with Violinist Glenn Dicterow
St. Matthew's Episcopal Church
1031 Bienveneda Avenue, Pacific Palisades 90272-2314
Information: 310.454.1358
Performing Prokofiev's Violin Concerto No. 2; Mozart's Symphony No. 29; Stravinsky's Pulcinella Suite.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, 8 p.m.
Jouyssance: Harmony from Conflict:
Music at the Time of the Protestant Reformation
St. Bede's Episcopal Church
3590 Grand View Blvd., Mar Vista (Los Angeles)
Information: 213.533.9922 or lauren@jouyssance.org
The program celebrates the extraordinary beauty and artistic expression sparked by the turbulence of the Reformation, which prompted composers once loyal to the Catholic Church to create music for new liturgies.
The program will feature William Byrd's poignant Mass for Five Voices, which was published in secret in the early 1590s, as well as compositions by Tallis, Palestrina, Sweelinck, Clemens non Papa, and others. Music for the nascent Lutheran, Anglican and Calvinist denominations, as well as the Counter-Reformation, shows that inspiration can flourish even in the midst of great social and religious upheaval. Tickets: $25 (seniors and SCEMS members, $20; students $15).
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 4 p.m.
Inspiration Vespers Concert
St. George's Episcopal Church
23802 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills 92653
Information: 949.290.5895 or here
Featuring the Canterbury Quartet and Jack Middleton, baritone, in concert
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 4 p.m.
Twelfth Annual Men's Evensong Invitational
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
122 South California Avenue, Monrovia 91016
Information: stlukesdirector@aol.com
The men of St. Luke's Choir will sing Evensong, celebrating with a selection of music from composers such as Ralph Vaughan Williams and Adrian Batten. Men from all parishes are welcome to sign up; some knowledge of sight reading will be necessary, as rehearsal time is limited. Reception to follow. More information is available here.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 4 p.m.
Jouyssance: Harmony from Conflict:
Music at the Time of the Protestant Reformation
Episcopal Church of the Angels
1100 Avenue 64, Pasadena
Information: 213.533.9922 or lauren@jouyssance.org
The program celebrates the extraordinary beauty and artistic expression sparked by the turbulence of the Reformation, which prompted composers once loyal to the Catholic Church to create music for new liturgies. The program will feature William Byrd's poignant Mass for Five Voices, which was published in secret in the early 1590s, as well as compositions by Tallis, Palestrina, Sweelinck, Clemens non Papa, and others. Music for the nascent Lutheran, Anglican and Calvinist denominations, as well as the Counter-Reformation, shows that inspiration can flourish even in the midst of great social and religious upheaval. Tickets: $25 (seniors and SCEMS members, $20; students $15).
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 5 p.m.
Svyati Duo in concert
All Saints' Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123 ext. 112
English musicians Rebecca Hepplewhite and Julian Collings will play selections by Rheinberger, Bruch, Phillips, Jongen, and Piazzolla. Tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. Music Guild donor season pass holders: free.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 5 p.m.
Bilingual Jazz Vespers
All Saints Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: mhayes@allsaints-pas.org
Pianist/composer Otmaro Ruiz and special guest Catina DeLuna will lead the music in All Saints' first Jazz Vespers of the season, celebrated in Spanish and English. Antonion Gallardo offers a meditation. Childcare will be provided.
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18, 7 p.m.
'To Dad with Love: A Tribute to Buddy Ebsen'
with Kiki Ebsen
St. Martin in-the-Fields Church
7136 Winnetka Blvd., Winnetka 91306
Information: 818.348.1419
Singer-songwriter and musician Kiki Ebsen will deliver a loving and musical experience devoted to her father, actor and dancer Buddy Ebsen. The event will feature a multimedia showcase of personal stories, photos, and music in homage to one of America's most beloved pioneers of the entertainment industry. Admission is free; any donations will benefit St. Martin's School.
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 21, 7:30 p.m.
The Gospel of Mark Alive with Bert Marshall
St. Alban's Episcopal Church
580 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles
Information: 310.208.6516
The Rev. Bert Marshall has memorized Mark's gospel and composed music to accompany the text. He comes from Vermont, where he currently serves as a parish minister with the United Church of Christ. This evening promises to be an extraordinary immersion into the Jesus of Mark.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 24, 5 p.m.
Soul Break with N2K
St. John's ProCathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007
Information: 213.747.6285
Artists in Residence N2K - Katherine Cash, violin and the Rev. Norm Freeman, vibraphone - are committed to building up and strengthening communities through music. N2K audiences are treated to a variety of sacred, popular, classical and meditative musical works, all composed or arranged by N2K. Meet the artists and their music; meet members of your community and deepen existing relationships.
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 27, 7 p.m.
Taizé Worship Service
St. Francis Episcopal Church (chapel)
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates
Information: 310.375.4617 or here
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. Parishioner Nancy Backes and Director of Music, Youth & Arts, Jeannie Cobb, will lead the congregation in chanting, accompanied by USC graduate, Robert Backes (a protégé of Christopher Parkening) on classical guitar and Clayton Cobb on mandolin. Taizé services are offered monthly throughout the year on the fourth Tuesday. Donations are welcome.
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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.
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
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.
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THIRD THURSDAYS, 6:30 - 8 p.m. (October 14)
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. (October 18)
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, 6 p.m. (October 18)
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. Childcare is available.
THIRD SUNDAYS, 9 p.m. (October 18)
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.
FOURTH TUESDAYS, 7 p.m. (October 27)
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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