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Michael Curry to be installed on All Saints Day as presiding bishop
At a service on Sunday, Nov. 1 (All Saints Day) at Washington National Cathedral in Washington, D.C., the Rt. Rev. Michael Curry will be installed as 27th presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church. Curry, former bishop of the Diocese of North Carolina and the first African American elected as presiding bishop, will succeed Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori, former bishop of the Diocese of Nevada, the first woman elected as presiding bishop. Bishop Suffragan Mary Glasspool, who served on the nominating committee for the presiding bishop, will attend the service as a representative of the Diocese of Los Angeles; Deacon Guy Leemhuis of Holy Faith Church, Inglewood, will take part in the liturgy. The service will be live-streamed online beginning at 9 a.m. (PST), and later will be available on demand on the National Cathedral website. Above: During the closing Eucharist of General Convention 2015 on July 3, Jefferts Schori reads a letter from President Barack Obama to Curry congratulating him upon his June 27 election. Photo / Janet Kawamoto
 Activists to discuss Central American
refugee crisis As part of the ongoing response to the Central American refugee crisis, the diocesan Program Group on Global Partnership and Church of the Epiphany (Lincoln Heights) invite Episcopal clergy and laity to gather on Friday, Nov. 13 at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul for a day-long workshop to examine the growing humanitarian crisis at Mexico's southern border. The workshop, titled "Accompanying the Refugees to our South: An Encuentro for Human Rights," is designed to bring Mexico-based activists, clergy, human rights advocates and others into fuller conversation with those working locally to address the crisis, according to Troy Elder, bishop's legate for global partnership. Read more here. Time change this weekend ...
Happy Halloween!
 Diocesan offices to close for Veterans Day holiday: Update will take week's hiatus
Diocesan offices at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul will be closed on Wednesday, Nov. 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Most offices will reopen on Thursday, Nov. 12. The Episcopal News Update will not be published on Nov. 11; publication will resume the following week, on Nov. 18.
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 Information sessions on employee benefits coming up Nov. 2 - 5 around the diocese Diocesan and other church employees covered through the diocesan benefits program are invited and encouraged to attend one of several upcoming information sessions on medical and dental benefits. The benefits open enrollment period is from Nov. 9 - 22. Missioner for Human Resources Anilin Collado notes that the Cigna medical plan will no longer be offered in 2016; Anthem and Kaiser plans will be available. Cigna coverage is still available for mental health and dental benefits. Benefits will be discussed in detail at administrator and member education sessions sponsored by the Episcopal Church Medical Trust during the first week of November. The educational sessions are open to clergy in charge of congregations, benefits administrators, senior wardens and bishop's wardens, treasurers and finance officers, heads of institutions and schools, and employees participating in the benefits program of the diocese.
Sessions:
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Benefits Information Session: Administrators only
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Benefits Information Session:
Administrators and Members
All Saints Church
83 Eucalyptus Lane, Santa Barbara 93108
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Benefits Information Session:
Administrators and Members
St. John's Episcopal Church and School
30382 Via Con Dios, Rancho Santa Margarita 92688
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Benefits Information Session: Members only
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
For reservations, send an e-mail to Collado at acollado@ladiocese.org, including the full name of each participant and the date of the session he or she will attend. For information, contact Collado at 213.482.2040, ext. 250 or at the email address above.
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 Diocesan Convention
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Diocesan Convention will be held Friday - Saturday, Dec. 4 - 5 at the Ontario Convention Center.
Convention website
Clergy and delegates, as well as alternate delegates, exhibitors, volunteers and visitors, will find everything they need to know at the convention web page, found here. Those planning to attend the convention are encouraged to visit the page often for updated information, forms, candidate bios and photos, helpful documents and more.
Candidates
Photos, biographies and statements from candidates for diocesan office have been posted on the website, starting here.
The deadline for submitting candidate information for the convention booklet has passed; however, nominations may still be entered. Candidate information sent to the Episcopal News office will be posted on the website until the Nov. 23 deadline. Prospective candidates will find a list of open offices, a nomination form and instructions for submitting candidate information here.
Convention youth volunteer
training set for Nov. 20
The Program Group on Youth and Young Adult Ministries invites young people in high school (grades 9 - 12) to volunteer as workers at Diocesan Convention. The youth fulfill a number of essential roles, including security at the doors, staffing the microphones, distributing and collecting ballots, and generally keeping the meeting running.
Generations of young people of the diocese have discovered the workings of the church by participating in the official youth presence at the annual meeting of Diocesan Convention. They meet bishops, clergy and lay leaders, work with young people from all over the diocese and learn how they can begin to take their own places in the wider church.
Young people who will take part in convention must attend a training meeting on Saturday, November 20, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul, 840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026. The training is mandatory for youth who are volunteering at convention. Transportation help is available for those living at a distance from the Cathedral Center.
A $75 charge for each youth volunteer helps to cover the cost of hotel rooms for Friday night and meals and snacks during the convention. Limited scholarship assistance is available. Youth volunteers will be supervised and chaperoned throughout the convention. For complete information, instructions, rules about expected behavior and attire, and registration forms, click here. Direct any questions to Chris Tumilty, diocesan youth ministry coordinator, at ctumilty@ladiocese.org or 213.482.2040, ext. 211.
Pre-Convention meetings
A pre-convention meeting will be held for each deanery of the diocese for a preview of the proposed budget, resolutions and other matters to come before convention. One or more members of diocesan staff will be present at each meeting. All clergy and convention delegates are expected to attend, and any interested church member is welcome. The following list is in chronological order:
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Deanery 3 Pre-Convention Assembly
St. James in-the-City Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3417
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2 - 4 p.m.
Deanery 8 Pre-Convention Assembly
St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
6201 East Willow Street, Long Beach 90815
Information: 562.420.1311
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 9 - 11 a.m.
Deanery 1 Pre-Convention Assembly
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
3290 Loma Vista Road, Ventura 93003
Information: 805.643.5033
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 9 a.m. - 12 noon
Deanery 9 and Deanery 10 Pre-Convention Assembly
St. Clement's by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
202 Avenida Aragon, San Clemente 92672
Information: 949.492.3401
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Deanery 2 Pre-Convention Assembly
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
24901 Orchard Village Road, Santa Clarita 91355
Information: 661.259.7307
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Deanery 4 Pre-Convention Assembly
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
1020 North Brand Boulevard, Glendale 91202
Information: 818.240.3860
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Deanery 7 Pre-Convention Assembly
Trinity Episcopal Church
419 South Fourth Street, Redlands 92373
Information: 909.793.2014
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 3 p.m.
Deanery 5 and Deanery 6 Pre-Convention Assembly
Grace Episcopal Church
555 East Mountain View Avenue, Glendora 91741
Information: 626.335.3171
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 All Saints' Church and Riverside Art Museum are sites for Ludmila Pawlowska icon exhibit
'Icons in Transformation," a free 120-work exhibit featuring the work of Russian-born abstract expressionist Ludmila Pawlowska, will make its premiere California at All Saints' Episcopal Church and the Riverside Art Museum. The exhibit opens to the public on Oct. 31 and continues through Jan. 15, 2016. Pawlowska's icon-inspired artworks feature classic icon elements, such as the depiction of eyes and use of metallic pigments and rich colors. But then the artist upends tradition with layered pigment and use of painting paste, found objects, masonry, precious and semiprecious metals, fossils, ceramic fragments, wood, glass, burlap and other media. The exhibit also features 15 traditional icons from the Vasilyevsky Monastery in Suzdal, Russia, and 12 large sculptural works that complement the exhibit. A schedule of related activities, including receptions, tours, speakers, music performances and other events, may be found on the All Saints website.
Christmas tree sale to benefit Pasadena outreach center
St. Mark's Church, Altadena, is holding its annual Christmas Tree Sale, benefitting Friends In Deed, taking orders now through Nov. 15. Douglas, Noble, and Grand firs grown in the Pacific Northwest and ranging in height from 4 to 10 feet will be cut just days before being delivered to the church on Dec. 5 for pickup. Purchases may be made online here. Donations of trees to local families through the Pasadena Police PALs program are also available. Friends In Deed, an interfaith collaborative, is dedicated to meeting the many needs of the most vulnerable residents of greater Pasadena -- homeless and at-risk individuals, including women and children. St. Mark's Church is located at 1014 E Altadena Drive, Altadena 91001. For information, call 626.798.6747.
 'Talking With Angels' performance slated at ProCathedral The Guibord Center will present Talking with Angels: Budapest 1943, a series of dialogues based on the late-World War II diaries of Gitta Mallasz of Budapest, adapted and performed by Shelley Mitchell (pictured), on Saturday, Nov. 21, 7 - 9 p.m., at St. John's ProCathedral in Los Angeles. For 17 months at the end of the war, Mallasz and her three Jewish friends experienced a series of remarkable visits by beings who described themselves as angels. Woven into their account of life under Nazi occupation are the psychologically provocative conversations they experienced with those beings. This version of Talking With Angels was performed at the Edinburgh Festival Fringe in the summer of 2015. There is no charge for the performance (donations are gratefully accepted), but registrations are requested to help with planning: for information and registration, click here. The Guibord Center works in increase understanding among Los Angeles' diverse spiritual communities. St. John's Cathedral is located at 514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007.
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This week around the diocese ...
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Through 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.
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THURSDAY, OCTOBER 29, 6 - 8 p.m.
IRIS Refugee Resettlement Information Session
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles
Information: Lynn Mackenzie, 323.667.0489, ext 129, or lmackenzie@ladiocese.org.
IRIS plans refugee resettlement information session
For those interested in learning how their churches may be able to get involved in the important work of IRIS resettling and welcoming refugees into our community.
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 6 p.m.
An Evening with Artist Richard Hearns
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information: Debbie Daniels, ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org or 626.583.2750
Artist Richard Hearns was born in Beirut and reared in Dublin. His 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. Ed Bacon, rector of All Saints, will facilitate the conversation in Sweetland Hall.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 8:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Daughters of the King Fall Assembly
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church
1231 E Chapman Avenue, Fullerton 92831
Information: Lanneau Miller, 949.500.6282 or lanneau@cox.net
Registration/Payment here
Christian Kassoff, a founder of the Laundry Love program in the Diocese of Los Angeles, will be the speaker the DOK gathering, themed "Spreading the Love of Christ" and hosted by the St. Andrew's DOK chapter. Kassoff will discuss the nationwide Laundry Love program, which partners churches and other organizations with local laundromats to provide laundry service for the poor, vulnerable and marginalized. New officers will be installed at the Assembly Eucharist. 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. Registration cost is $15 per person if payment is received by Oct. 26; $20 thereafter and at the door.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Lecture: Elaine Pagels
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information/Registration: 626.583.2733
The talk will focus on three first-century texts illustrating alternative orthodoxies focusing on transformation and the equality of all members in the body of Christ. Admission is free, but prior registration is required.
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 31, 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Deanery 3 Pre-Convention Assembly
St. James in-the-City Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Boulevard, Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3417
This is an open meeting for all clergy and lay members of congregations within Deanery 3. The draft budget will be presented, and there will be opportunities to discuss pending resolutions and canonical changes. All clergy and delegates to convention should attend, and all other parishioners are cordially invited. The deanery dean is the Very Rev. Canon James Newman (stbedesla@yahoo.com); deanery president is Canon Annette Graw (annette.graw@verizon.net).
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 2 - 4 p.m.
Deanery 8 Pre-Convention Assembly
St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
6201 East Willow Street, Long Beach 90815
Information: 562.420.1311
This is an open meeting for all clergy and lay members of congregations within Deanery 8. The draft budget will be presented, and there will be opportunities to discuss pending resolutions and canonical changes. All clergy and delegates to convention should attend, and all other parishioners are cordially invited. Dean of Deanery 8 is the Very Rev. Paula Vukmanic (paula.vukmanic@stfrancispalosverdes.org); deanery president is Hank Gatlin (hank@gatlinenterprises.com).
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 6 p.m.
All Souls Lantern Festival
St. George's Episcopal Church
808 Foothill Blvd., La Cañada
information: 818.790.3323
A special outdoor gathering of remembrance which pairs the Celtic tradition surrounding the changing of the season with the Japanese festival of Obone, commemorating the passing of friends and family with the practice of the lighting lanterns. The lawn at St. George's will be transformed with lit candles. Those attending are encouraged to bring pictures of those to be remembered to be placed near a candle with their loved one's name written on a lantern. The experience will be enhanced as a multi-media presentation with music and specially selected prayers. Attendees should arrive about 20 minutes early to pick out their colored lanterns provided by the church, and to place pictures on the lawn. A reception will follow the event.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Benefits Information Session: Administrators only
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Reservations/Information: Anilin Collado, acollado@ladiocese.org or 213.482.2040, ext. 250
Diocesan and other church employees covered through the diocesan benefits program are invited and encouraged to attend one of several upcoming information sessions on medical and dental benefits. The benefits open enrollment period is from Nov. 9 - 22. Mission for Human Resources Anilin Collado notes that the Cigna medical plans will no longer be offered in 2016; Anthem and Kaiser plans will be available. Cigna coverage is still available for mental health and dental benefits. Benefits will be discussed in detail at administrator and member education sessions sponsored by the Episcopal Church Medical Trust during the first week of November. The educational sessions are open to clergy in charge of congregations, benefits administrators, senior wardens and bishop's wardens, treasurers and finance officers, heads of institutions and schools, and employees participating in the benefits program of the diocese.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Benefits Information Session: Administrators and Members
All Saints Church
83 Eucalyptus Lane, Santa Barbara 93108
Reservations/Information: Anilin Collado, acollado@ladiocese.org or 213.482.2040, ext. 250
See note above
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 10 a.m. - 12 noon
Benefits Information Session: Administrators and Members
St. John's Episcopal Church and School
30382 Via Con Dios, Rancho Santa Margarita 92688
Reservations/Information: Anilin Collado, acollado@ladiocese.org or 213.482.2040, ext. 250
See note above.
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 4, 7 p.m.
Brian McLaren on 'The Mission of the Church'
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: The Rev. Allison English, aenglish@allsaintsbh.org
Pastor, author, activist and lecturer Brian McLaren, a leading voice of Christianity in the 21st century, will speak on "The Mission of the Church" at All Saints Church, Beverly Hills, at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4. There is no charge, but a free-will offering will be taken.
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THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 9:30 a.m. - 12 noon
Benefits Information Session: Members only
Cathedral Center of St. Paul
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026
Reservations/Information: Anilin Collado, acollado@ladiocese.org or 213.482.2040, ext. 250.
Diocesan and other church employees covered through the diocesan benefits program are invited and encouraged to attend one of several upcoming information sessions on medical and dental benefits. The benefits open enrollment period is from Nov. 9 - 22. Mission for Human Resources Anilin Collado notes that the Cigna medical plans will no longer be offered in 2016; Anthem and Kaiser plans will be available. Cigna coverage is still available for mental health and dental benefits. Benefits will be discussed in detail at administrator and member education sessions sponsored by the Episcopal Church Medical Trust during the first week of November. The educational sessions are open to clergy in charge of congregations, benefits administrators, senior wardens and bishop's wardens, treasurers and finance officers, heads of institutions and schools, and employees participating in the benefits program of the diocese. For reservations, include the full name of each participant and the preferred date of the session.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Stillpoint Workshop: Soul Care: Finding a Deeper Spirituality for the Secular World
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information: www.stillpointca.org
A workshop with author Thomas Moore, 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. Cost for the day is $55 before October 25, and $65 thereafter. Lunch is available for $10 or participants may bring their own.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 9 a.m. - 12 noon
Deanery 9 and Deanery 10 Pre-Convention Assembly
St. Clement's by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
202 Avenida Aragon, San Clemente 92672
Information: 949.492.3401
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 9 - 11 a.m.
Deanery 1 Pre-Convention Assembly
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
3290 Loma Vista Road, Ventura 93003
Information: 805.643.5033
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 3 - 6 p.m.
St. Aidan's 'Sunset Soirée'
Malibu West Beach Club
30756 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu
Information/Tickets: 310.457.7966 or office@staidanschurch.org
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. Suggested donation per person is $35. Childcare is available. To reserve tickets, or for more information, email to office@staidanschurch.org.
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This week in liturgy and the arts ...
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 30, 6 p.m.
The Vespers Show
Church of the Epiphany
2808 Altura Street, Lincoln Heights (Los Angeles) 90031
Information: 323.227.9931
Music, prayer and silence, followed by a reception featuring refreshments and talking. According to the Rev. Tom Carey, vicar, a donation of $5 gets you two (and ONLY two) glasses of wine and all the cheese you can eat.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 5 p.m.
Choral Evensong
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
All Saints' Choir & Parish Choir sing Arvo Pärt's The Beatitudes; Craig Phillips' Preces & Responses (St. David's, Roswell); George Dyson's Magnificat & Nunc dimittis in D; Paul Halley's "Bring us, O Lord." A reception will follow the service.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 5 p.m.
Choral Evensong for the Feast of All Saints
Episcopal Church of the Epiphany
5450 Churchwood Drive, Oak Park 91377
Information: 818.991.4797 or tcote.org
The Epiphany Parish Choir and Schola will lead this service, which will include the Collegium Regale Canticles of Herbert Howells. Followed by a recital at 6 p.m. (see listing below).
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 6 p.m.
Recital: duoKyaria (flute & harp duo)
Episcopal Church of the Epiphany
5450 Churchwood Drive, Oak Park 91377
Information: 818.991.4797 or tcote.org
duoKyaria is a flute and harp duo, and was one of the winners in the 2015/16 Beverly Hills auditions, the judges of which called them "very exciting." A reception to meet the artists will follow the recital. Admission is free; donations will be gladly accepted.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 7:30 p.m.
All Souls' Eve Concert
Church of Our Saviour
535 West Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626.282.5147 or www.churchofoursaviour.org
Remembering those who have died, this program will feature Requiem by Gabriel Fauré, performed by chamber orchestra and chorus, directed by Canon Philip Smith.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 7:30 p.m.
Solemn Requiem Mass in Commemoration of the Faithful Departed St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church
7501 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles 90046
Information: 323.876.2102
Featuring Maurice Duruflé's gentle and radiant Requiem. This work, based on ancient plainchants, will be sung by the St. Thomas Choir. Please join us for this powerful and beautiful Mass to honor the loved ones who have passed before us into eternal life.
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FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 8 p.m.
Concert for Double Choir
St. Matthew's Episcopal Church
1031 Bienveneda Avenue, Pacific Palisades 90272-2314
Information: 310.454.1358
The combined Chamber Singers and Concert Choir of USC's Thornton School of Music join forces for music for double chorus from the Renaissance and modern era as well as intimate music for chamber choir and guitar. A sonic spectacular!
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 4 p.m.
Panel Discussion on the Works of Johann Sebastian Bach
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
Including a performance of the Partita in D minor, BWV 1004, with violinist Cindy Wu at 5:15. This is a free event preceding Program I of All Saints' multi-concert performance of Bach's Klavierübung (at 7:30 p.m.).
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 7 p.m.
Concert for All Saints and All Souls
St. John's ProCathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007
Information: 213.747.6285
Featuring two deeply spiritual masterpieces in the dramatic and beautiful setting of St. John's Cathedral: Victoria's Missa O Quam Gloriosum and Durufle's Requiem. Performers include the choir and soloists of St. John's cathedral, Jason Klein on organ, and Canon Edward Tipton directing.
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 7, 7:30 p.m.
Johann Sebastian Bach's Klavierübung, Program I
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
The complete monumental work, in a series of concerts performed by Kathleen McIntosh, harpsichord; Ron McKean, organ; Janine Johnson, harpsichord. Program I (from Volumes I and III) features Partitas (Nos. 1, 2 and 4) and Duets (Nos. 2 and 3). Tickets: $20 adults / $10 students & seniors (per concert). Admission free with Music Guild donor season pass.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 4 p.m.
Jazz Vespers
St. Francis' Episcopal Church
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates
Information: 310.375.4617 or www.stfrancispalosverdes.org.
The traditional service from the Book of Common Prayer, with jazz as its musical language. Musicians Steve Kinigstein (guitar), John Campbell (piano), Paul Gormley (bass), and Kendall Kay (drums) will lead the congregation in contemplation with familiar tunes. An informal time of fellowship will follow the service. Jazz Vespers services will be offered monthly throughout the year on the second Sunday. Donations are welcome.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 4:30 p.m.
Solemn Evensong
St. James' Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3015 or saintjamesla.org
Choir of St. James, directed by James Buonemani. Followed by an organ recital (see listing below).
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 5 p.m.
Johann Sebastian Bach's Klavierübung, Program II
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
The complete monumental work, in a series of concerts performed by Kathleen McIntosh, harpsichord; Ron McKean, organ; Janine Johnson, harpsichord. Program II (from Volumes I and III): Partitas 3, 5 and 6; Duets 1 and 4. Tickets: $20 adults / $10 students & seniors (per concert). Admission free with Music Guild donor season pass.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 5 p.m.
Contemplative Evening Eucharist
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information: 626.583.2750 or ddaniels@allsaints-pas.org
Enjoy the meditative rhythm of choral and instrumental music, silence and the beauty of the church architecture. Open yourself to the blessings of joy, healing and peace. The homily is an instrumental piece played by Weicheng Zhao and the prayers are said silently, as each worshipper is invited to light a candle at the altar rail or transept - a wonderful way to center and replenish yourself. Coventry Choir offers music of Shank and Gjeilo; Ed Bacon celebrates. Child care is available.
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 6 p.m.
Organ Recital: Curt Sather
St. James' Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3015 or saintjamesla.org
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 7 p.m.
Interfaith Taizé: Peace and Unity
St Luke's Episcopal Church
525 E. 7th Street, Long Beach 90813
Information: 562.436.4047 or www.stlukeslb.org
Once again, St. Luke's is happy to join with our Interfaith neighbors in celebrating the Spirit of Peace and Unity. Musicians and singers from the Buddhist, Hindu, Sufi Muslim, Jewish and Christian local communities will join together to share prayers, readings and songs from each other's faith traditions. Don't miss this very special evening at St. Luke's!
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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.
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, 5 p.m.
Bible Study
St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church
5306 E. Arbor Road, Long Beach 90808
Information: 562.425.4457 or stlb47@verizon.net
Currently studying the Gospel of Mark
THURSDAYS, 6 - 7 p.m.
Taizé Worship
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N Euclid Avenue, Pasadena 91101
Information: allsaints-pas.org/worship/taize-prayers
With candlelight, music, and prayer, join us during our weekly service in an intimate chapel setting. Our peaceful worship offers an opportunity to sing and pray on a regular basis.
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FIRST SUNDAYS, 9 p.m. (November 1)
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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FIRST FRIDAYS, 7:30 p.m. (November 6)
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.
FIRST SATURDAYS, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. (November 7)
Emerging Spirituality: Walking the Labyrinth
Emmanuel Episcopal Church
145 West Valencia Mesa Drive, Fullerton 92833
Appointments: Fr. Paul Edwards at paulnanita@sbcglobal.net
Emerging Spirituality ("emerge" - to come into existence) is a unique form of spirituality. For the first time one can follow the design of the Chartres Labyrinth from memory. It no longer has to be walked from a permanent position. It can be walked any time to bring a deeper spirituality of peace and direction.
SECOND SUNDAYS, 4 p.m. (November 9)
Jazz Vespers
St. Francis' Episcopal Church
2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates
Information: 310.375.4617 or visit www.stfrancispalosverdes.org
The traditional service from the Book of Common Prayer, with jazz as its musical language. An informal time of fellowship will follow the service. Jazz Vespers services will be offered monthly throughout the year on the second Sunday. Donations are welcome.
SECOND WEDNESDAYS, 6:30 p.m. (November 11)
Candlelit Recovery Eucharist
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
100 N. Third Avenue, Covina
Information: 626.967.3939
On the second Wednesday of each month Holy Trinity Church offers a Candlelit Eucharist (bilingual). Come find the serenity and strength a loving God and a supportive community can provide you in recovery. Everyone is welcome.
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