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Gun Violence Prevention Sabbath

A message from Bishop J. Jon Bruno

The Gun Violence Prevention Task Force of the diocesan Peace and Justice Program Group is responding to our nation's epidemic of gun violence, which presents a challenge to communities of faith to join the effort to prevent this senseless destruction of sacred human life. Using a public health approach, the task force will focus on preventing all forms of gun violence, including homicides, unintentional shootings - often involving young children - and the more than 60% of gun deaths that are gun suicides. The task force will encourage and equip parishes to incorporate gun violence prevention into their work of living out our Baptismal Covenant to strive for justice and peace and respect the dignity of every human being.

If you have a special interest in this work, please contact one of the co-chairs: Virginia Classick, [email protected] or 818.225.0410, or Patricia Terry, [email protected] or 310.783.0648. Please include them among those you notify about vigils or other National Gun Sabbath events.

As we approach the third anniversary of the shootings at Sandy Hook Elementary School, faith communities throughout the country are encouraged to observe Gun Violence Prevention Sabbath, which will begin with a gathering at St. Mark's Episcopal Church on Capitol Hill in Washington D.C. on Dec. 9 and continue throughout the nation through Dec. 13. Faith communities are also encouraged to plan a local vigil as part of the National Vigil for All Victims of Gun Violence.

Suggestions for participating:
  • Include a prayer or litany during a service that includes moments of silence;
  • Light 34 candles to represent the daily lives lost, and extinguish them at the end of the service;
  • Include gun violence prevention in a sermon;
  • Invite a speaker for an educational program focused on gun violence prevention;
  • Hold a parish or community candlelight vigil.
Resources:
Faiths United to Prevent Gun Violence has a range of resources, including sermons, prayers, litanies and hymns, as well as suggestions for how to participate in the National Gun Violence Sabbath Weekend. 

Newtown Action Alliance has a range of resources to help faith communities plan and publicize a vigil.

Our diocese's faith-based resources for addressing gun violence are available online here.

UTO
Time for United Thank Offering ingathering
It's that time of year - time to gather each congregation's United Thank Offering funds and join them with all the others collected in UTO mite boxes throughout the Episcopal Church.

In 2015, the collected thank offerings, made of up of quarters, dimes, nickles and pennies dropped into the blue boxes to accompany prayers of thanksgiving, totaled $1,558,006.85. Every penny was dispersed in grants to further mission and ministry around the world.

Among the 55 grants in 2015 was an award to the Diocese of Jerusalem, which has a companion relationship with the Diocese of Los Angeles. The grant will fund renovations and equip critical service departments of St. Luke's Hospital in Nablus. Ministries in the Diocese of Los Angeles have also frequently benefited throughout the years from UTO grants.

Ingathering funds should be forwarded to Lynn Headley, diocesan UTO coordinator, before Dec. 17. Make check payable to ECW Diocese of Los Angeles, write UTO in the memo line, and mail to: Lynn Headley, 17671 San Rafael Street, Fountain Valley, CA 92708.

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Diocesan Convention will be held Friday - Saturday, Dec. 4 - 5 at the Ontario Convention Center.
 
A note to delegates and clergy from the Secretary of Convention: 
On Dec. 1, the virtual convention booklet will be available to download to your iPad, tablet, or laptop. It will be a PDF file, so you should have Adobe Reader on your device. If you do not have Adobe Reader, download the free program here. There will be no Wi-Fi in the convention meeting room, so it's important to download the booklet before you get to Convention. bring your device with you - and remember to bring your charger to recharge it over night.
 
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 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 deadlines for submitting candidate information for the convention booklet and website have passed; however, nominations may still be entered from the floor of convention. Prospective candidates will find a list of open offices, a nomination form and instructions for submitting candidate information here.

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REQUIESCANT

George Luthringer
The Rev. George F. Luthringer
May 30, 1934 - November 13, 2015

The Rev. George Francis Luthringer, longtime priest at St. Columba's Episcopal Church in Camarillo, died Nov. 13. He was 81. A funeral service will be held at 2 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 12 at St. Columba's Church, 1251 Las Posas Road, Camarillo 93010 (805.482.8831). Survivors include Ann Pentecost Luthringer, his wife of 33 years; two nieces and two nephews, a stepdaughter from his first marriage; four stepchildren from his second marriage, and five step-grandchildren. George Luthringer was born on May 30, 1934 in Springfield, Illinois. After his childhood in Beardstown, Illinois, Luthringer's family returned to Springfield as he was preparing to enter high school. After graduation he attended M.I.T., where he earned bachelor's and master's degrees in mechanical engineering in 1957. Following a year in a doctoral program, he entered the U.S. Air Force, where he spent three and a half years as a research engineer at Wright-Patterson AFB, at the same time playing a major role in the life and development of St. Christopher's Episcopal Mission in Fairborn, Ohio. Read more here.

Ricardo Galvez Ricardo 'Ricky' Galvez
1986 - November 18, 2015
Funeral services have been scheduled for Downey Police Officer Ricardo Galvez, 29, who was killed in a robbery attempt on Nov. 18. Galvez, an exemplary policeman and former Marine who served tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan, was the son of Margarita Galvez, a member of the Cathedral Center staff. Survivors also include a brother and two sisters. Galvez's death was widely reported in local media, including a front-page story in the Los Angeles Times on Nov. 19.  A rosary and viewing will be held on Sunday, Nov. 29, 5:30 - 8 p.m. at the Downey Civic Center, 8435 Firestone Blvd., Downey. (Doors will open at 5 p.m.) A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, Nov. 30 at 9 a.m. at the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, 555 W. Temple Avenue, Los Angeles. A graveside salute will follow immediately at Rose Hills Memorial Park, 3888 Workman Mill Road, Whittier. Carpools and early arrival are suggested at all sites.

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Peace Summit Peace Summit in 
Inglewood to mark International Human 
Rights Day
Holy Faith Church, Inglewood, will host a Peace Summit on Dec. 10, 7 - 8:30 p.m., to mark Interntional Human Rights Day, highlighting the Japanese Peace Movement. Participants will hear first-hand accounts from local peace activists who visited Japan in August for the anniversary of the bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki; see photos and hear written testimony from atomic bomb survivors; and have the opportunity to sign the universal pledge to abolish all nuclear weapons. Discussion will include the continuing presence of 100 U.S. bases in Japan and the restarting of Japan's nuclear power plants after the Fukushima disaster. Light refreshments will be served. Holy Faith Church is located at 260 Locust Street, Inglewood. Plentiful street parking is available. The event is sponsored by the parish's Justice & Mercy Commission. For information, contact Cathy Deppe at 408.206.7992.

CGS student
Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level 1 training to be held in Santa Barbara
Trinity Episcopal Church in Santa Barbara will hold a Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level 1 training course starting in January 2016. The course will be led by CGS formation leader Lynda Catalano and is jointly sponsored by Trinity Episcopal Church and by the Saint Barbara parish at the Santa Barbara Mission. Course sessions will take place on select Saturdays from January through October. Interested persons from around the diocese are welcome. For information and registration, see the brochure here. A completed registration form and the $350 registration fee must be received by Jan. 1. For more information, email to [email protected].

Holy Nativity artwork Vigil to mark international meeting on climate change
As international leaders meet to discuss climate change, Holy Nativity Church, Westchester (Los Angeles) will hold a candlelit vigil at which those who are concerned about the environment may meet other local activists, learn about divestments, discuss postcarbon lifestyles, and discover community-centric solutions. All are welcome to the vigil, to be held on Monday, Nov. 30, 6:30 - 8 p.m. at Church of the Holy Nativity, 6700 W. 83rd Street, Los Angeles. Candles will be provided; bring light snacks to share. For information, call the church office at 310.670.4777.

 This week around the diocese ...

TUESDAY - THURSDAY, DECEMBER 1 - 3
Seminar: Monks Before Benedict: 
Early Christian Monasticism
Mt. Calvary Monastery & Retreat Center
505 E. Los Olivos, Santa Barbara 93105
Information/registration: [email protected] or 805.682.4117
Brother Adam McCoy, OHC, will lead this three-day seminar exploring the tradition of early Christian monasticism before St. Benedict established his Rule. Cost for the retreat is $340 per person, which includes all materials, a single room and meals.

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 7 p.m.
Diana Butler Bass Book Signing
Trinity Episcopal Church,
1500 State Street, Santa Barbara
Information: 805.965.7419
Diana Butler Bass will make a presentation about her new book, "Grounded," in the Parish Hal. The author will also autograph books, and copies will be available for purchase. This is a free event, open to the public.

FRIDAY - SATURDAY, DECEMBER 4 - 5

Diocesan Convention
Ontario Convention Center
2000 E. Convention Center Way, Ontario 91764
Information here
     Just after marking his first month in office as 27th presiding bishop of the Episcopal Church, Michael Curry will be an honored guest preacher and speaker for the 120th annual meeting of the Diocese of Los Angeles, which during its Dec. 4-5 proceedings in Ontario will also welcome biblical scholar and author Renita Weems to deliver the biennial Margaret Parker memorial lecture. Like the 2014 meeting, the convention will revolve around the theme of Horizons & Heritage; this year's emphasis will be the future ministry of the diocese. Read more here.

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 4 - 8 p.m.
Gingerbread Wonderland
St. Mark's-in-the-Valley Episcopal Church
2901 Nojoquio Ave, Los Olivos 93441
Information: Yvonne Lowe, 805.688.1815, or Sandie Mullin, 805.688.9533
     More than 100 handmade gingerbread houses crafted by local schoolchildren, families, and businesses. Guests can vote for, and enter to win, their favorite gingerbread house creations with $1 raffle tickets. All proceeds benefit Arts Outreach and St. Mark's Preschool. Santa Claus will pay a visit, and Solvang Conservatory students will provide seasonal music. Children will also have opportunities to create and decorate Christmas ornaments and make an angel halo for the 5:45 p.m. procession leading to the Los Olivos Christmas tree lighting at the flagpole a block away. Home-made baked goods, warm apple cider, coffee and other libations and food will be available. Part of the Los Olivos holiday celebration; for complete details on all town festivities, click here

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 6;30 - 8:30 p.m.
Conversation with Diana Butler Bass
ProCathedral of St. John
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007
Information/Registration here 
     A leading commentator on religion, politics and culture follows up her book Christianity After Religion by arguing that what appears to be a decline actually signals a major transformation in how people understand and experience God. The Guibord Center will present Bass in a conversation with the Rev. Gwynne Guibord about her understanding of the latest research and studies and her deep knowledge of history and theology in her latest book, Grounded: Finding God in the World - A Spiritual Revolution. Copies of the book will be available for saile and signing by the author at the event. There is no charge (donations are gratefully accepted), but registration is requested for planning purposes.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 12 noon - 2 p.m.
Alternative Christmas Market
Holy Trinity Episcopal Church
100 N. Third Avenue, Covina
Information: 626.967.3939
     Quality handcrafted gifts and fair trade gift-giving opportunities with vendors such as Bethlehem Handcrafts, African Team Ministries, Habitat for Humanity, Holiday Bake Sale, and more ... plus a visit from St. Nicholas!

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WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 7 p.m.
Thanksgiving Eve Mass
Holy Trinity Church
100 N. Third Avenue, Covina
Information: 626.967.3939
     Join us for our annual service of Thanksgiving.

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 7:30 p.m.
Thanksgiving Eve Centering Eucharist
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information: 626.796.1172
     Sally Howard will offer the meditation. Members of Canterbury and Coventry Choirs offer music. Child care provided. All are welcome to attend this beautiful, reflective service.

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 9 a.m.

Thanksgiving Day Service
St. Mark's in-the-Valley Episcopal Church
2901 Nojoquio Avenue, Los Olivos, CA 93441
Information: 805.688.4454
     Featuring special readings and familiar harvest hymns; an opportunity to express gratitude to God for all God's gifts. Those who wish are invited to gather for a reception after the service. The service will be under an hour.
     
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 3 p.m.
Handel's Messiah Community Sing-Along
St. Cross Episcopal Church
1818 Monterey Blvd. Hermosa Beach 90254
information: 310.376.8989
     Featuring the St. Cross Chancel Choir & Guests with the North Torrance Youth Musicians Ensemble; John Tveit, organist, pianist and choirmaster at St. Cross; Gary Toops, organist, St. Luke's Church, Long Beach; and the Rev. Canon John Taylor, vicar, St. John Chrysostom ChurchRancho Santa Margarita. Audience participation is requested and encouraged. A limited number of Messiah scores will be available for rent or purchase. Donations are welcome. Ample parking is available at the church.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 5 p.m.
First Sunday of Advent Evening Service, Potluck and Wreath Making
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information: 626.796.1172
     Minisingers, Mastersingers and Troubadours offer music of Larson and Crunk, directed by Jenny Tisi. Laura Thornton will offer a meditation. A potluck supper and Advent wreath making follow in Sweetland Hall.
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 4 p.m.
Annual Christmas Concert
St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
6201 E. Willow Sreet, Long Beach 90815
Information: 562. 420.1311
     The Chancel Choir will present music to begin the Advent and Christmas seasons. A "Hallelujah Chorus" singalong will conclude the concert.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 4:30 p.m.
Advent Procession: Lessons and Carols
Church of Our Saviour
535 West Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626.282.5147 or www.churchofoursaviour.org

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 5 p.m.
Advent Festival of Lessons & Carols
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
     A seasonal favorite including: G. P. Palestrina's Advent Responsory; John Ireland's "Adam lay bounden"; Felix Mendelssohn's "Lasset uns frohlokken"; Elizabeth Posten's "Jesus Christ, the Apple Tree"; "King Jesus hath a garden" (arr. John Scott); Patrick Hadley's "I sing of a maiden"; John Tavener's "Hymn to the Mother of God"; C. V. Stanford's "Magnificat in G"; Palestrina's Vesper Responsory. A reception will follow the service.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 5 p.m.
Advent Lessons and Carols
Episcopal Church of the Epiphany
5450 Churchwood Drive, Oak Park 91377
Information: 818.991.4797 or tcote.org
     Epiphany's Choirs will lead this annual service, which begins with the fall of humanity, concludes with the Annunciation and Mary's visit with Elizabeth, and tells in scripture and song of the saving work of God and the prophecies of the coming of his Son, Jesus Christ. The service will include congregational hymns and choral anthems that correspond to the themes of the lessons.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6, 5 p.m.
Advent Lessons and Chants Taiz�
St Luke's Episcopal Church
525 E. 7th Street, Long Beach 90813
Information: 562.436.4047 or www.stlukeslb.org
     A tradition in our church is a service known as Advent Lessons and Carols. St. Luke's continues that tradition with a simplified, but equally inspiring hour of Taiz� Advent Lessons and Chants. We invite you to begin your Christmas journey with us in a quiet time of simple choral chants, short Advent readings, prayers and silence in the soft, candlelit beauty of St. Luke's sanctuary.

 recurringRecurring Services ... 

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 [email protected]
     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 [email protected]
     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, 6:30 p.m.
Evening Prayer
St. John's ProCathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd, Los Angeles 90007
Information: 213.747.6285

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, 6:30 p.m.
Contemplative Mass
St. John's ProCathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd, Los Angeles 90007
Information: 213.747.6285

WEDNESDAYS, 7 p.m.
Taiz� 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 [email protected]
     Currently studying the Gospel of Mark

THURSDAYS, 6 - 7 p.m.
Taiz� 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.
FIRST FRIDAYS, 7:30 p.m. (December 4)
Contemplative Taiz� Experience
Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626.282.5147, ext. 13 or [email protected] or [email protected]
     A serene candlelight service of prayer, reflection, and music on the second Friday of each month September - May).

FIRST SUNDAYS, 9 p.m. (December 6)
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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TRAVEL & PILGRIMAGE

Young Adult Pilgrimage
to the Holy Lands
December 16 - 28, 2015
     Open to people 18 - 40 years of age. Information: Chris Tumilty, 213.482.2040 or [email protected].

Pilgrimage to the Holy Land
December 26, 2015 - January 5, 2016
     Join Lutheran Bishop Guy Erwin and tour organizer the Rev. Canon Jim Newman in the Holy Land. Sites include Bethlehem, Nazareth and Jerusalem, the Mount of Olives, the Garden of Gethsemane, the Jordan River, and the mysterious stone city of Petra. Space is limited: send in reservation form and deposit as soon as possible. Eleven days, departing from Los Angeles on Saturday, Dec. 26, 2015, and returning on Tuesday, Jan. 5, 2016. The cost from Los Angeles is $4,148. For more information contact Newman at 310.391.5522, 888.802.6722 (toll-free) or [email protected]. More information here. To download a brochure, click here.

Pilgrimage to Italy: Following 
in the Steps of St. Francis 
and St. Benedict 
April 16 - 29, 2016 
     Join Christopher McCauley, executive director emeritus of Stillpoint: the Center for Christian Spirituality, and Frank Ramirez, veteran international pilgrimage guide, for a contemplative pilgrimage to Italy, including stays at the Villa Palazzola, the magnificent 500-year-old former Franciscan monastery, the medieval city of Assisi, and ancient Rome, including stops at Subiaco, Monte Cassino, village of Castel Gandolfo, the regions around Assisi, the Tiber River Valley and Orvieto, and concluding with the great pilgrimage churches of Rome, two visits to Vatican City with worship, a private tour of St. Peter's Basilica, and a general audience with Pope Francis. Along the way, the pilgrimage will be pause for prayer, meditation, short talks, and sharing to that the journey can be savored. 14 days. Costs begin at $2,825 - $3,125 per person, depending on room requests. Airfare not included. Payment schedules available. More information, with complete details, fees, full literary and registration form, here. Early registration strongly recommended.

Anglican Pilgrimage 
June 13 -24, 2016 
     Featuring: Worship in Canterbury, Ely and St. Paul's Cathedrals. Visit Shakespeare's church in Stratford, and Coventry Cathedral, a center of reconciliation since WW2. Arundel Castle and England's oldest wooden church. Possible visit to Lambeth Palace in London and lunch with Bishop Rowan Williams at Magdalene College, Cambridge (pending). Theater nights, including Shakespeare at the Globe on London's South Bank, a current London show, and A Midsummer Night's Dream at the Royal Shakespeare Theater in Stratford. Travel by air-conditioned coach, with a driver and guide. Entrance fees, hotel porterage and most meals are included. For a full itinerary with details, contact Canon Colville Smythe, [email protected] or 626.791.3111.

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EMPLOYMENT

NEW LISTING:
LOS ANGELES: After-school Program for The Neighborhood Youth Association. NYA's nonprofit after-school program is seeking college graduates or currently enrolled students in their first or higher year of a bachelor's program to supervise and help run a one-room classroom after-school program. Well-qualified community college students will be considered. Perfect job for a college student who enjoys working with children. Excellent experience for teaching and working with children in a non-traditional learning environment, focused on academics and recreation. Also exposure to administrative duties. Highly motivated, energetic individuals will supervise a classroom of up to 15 children. Room for growth with the agency. Positions are available in Downtown Los Angeles, in Watts and in the Mid City area. Details are here.

LOS ANGELES: Nursery Workers. St. John's ProCathedral is looking for regular nursery workers to hire for Sunday mornings.  Two positions are available from the hours of 9 a.m. -1 p.m.  The pay is $15/hour.  Anyone interested is invited to contact the Rev. Daniel Ade at [email protected] to set up an interview.

PALOS VERDES ESTATES: Interim organist at St. Francis' Episcopal Church.
Interim organist to play for two Sunday services (8 a.m. and 10 a.m.) and Thursday evening choir rehearsals. Beginning October 15. This position will continue while a search for a permanent organist is conducted - probably through December. St Francis Episcopal Church, 2200 Via Rosa, Palos Verdes Estates. 310.375.4617  Contact: Jeannie Cobb, director of music, youth, and arts, at  [email protected].

SAN CLEMENTE: Nursery Attendants at St. Clement's Church.
Position involves providing loving, nurturing and safe care for children from newborn to 3 years old during Sunday morning worship services and social hours, and maintaining clear communication with their parents. $15.00/hour. More information here. Send resume by email to: [email protected].

SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO: Director - Early Childhood Development Center  & Wee Tartan Infant/Toddler Center, St. Margaret of Scotland Episcopal School. As a vital member of the senior administrative team, the Director of the ECDC & Wee Tartan Center will provide excellence in the area of overall management of both the program and staff of the Center.  The Director will provide leadership in planning for future growth and enhancement in the areas of program, faculty development, and budget. Full job description here.   
 
THOUSAND OAKS: Church Office Manager, Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. Seeking a personable, organized, energetic self-starter to manage all church office functions including:  maintaining all communication platforms, coordination of master church calendar, supplies, records, and property maintenance, and database management.  Job description available here. Send resume to [email protected].  
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VOLUNTEER

 

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 [email protected]
 

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