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 International human rights group to file
petition protesting treatment of migrantsAn international group of Central American migrants, human rights organizations, immigration advocates and religious groups will gather at the Episcopal Church of the Epiphany, Los Angeles, on Thursday, April 14, at 9 a.m. to announce the filing of a petition before the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights, an adjudicatory body of the Organization of American States ("OAS"), charging that the United States and Mexico are engaged in systematic violations of the migrants' international human rights by targeting them under the two countries' "Frontera Sur" program, which is now resulting in more than 170,000 deportations annually to Central America. The Diocese of Los Angeles has been involved in this effort from its inception; two priests of the diocese, Tom Carey and Richard Estrada, plan to be present. All are invited. For further information, contact Carlos Holguin, general counsel for the Los Angeles-based Center for Human Rights & Constitutional Law, at crholguin@centerforhumanrights.org, or Troy Elder, bishop's legate for global partnership, Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles, at telder@ladiocese.org. Church of the Epiphany is located at 2808 Altura Street (Lincoln Heights), Los Angeles 90031.
 Youth Ministries launches
new website The Program Group on Youth and Young Adult Ministries has launched a new website with news about events, educational and service opportunities and upcoming pilgrimages at http://www.pgym.la. Current featured events are the 30 Hour Fast in support of hunger ministries on April 29 - 30 at Church of Our Saviour, San Gabriel; the Pentecost Youth Eucharist, which will bring together youth from around the diocese to help in the development and implementation of a new creative Eucharist, on May 21 at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul; and the L.A. Youth Pilgrimage, in which young people spend a week in community in an urban immersion program of service and Christian formation, June 26 - July 1. The site also includes a new prayer list for youth, young adults and youth workers in the diocese.
 Video documents
recent Spanish-
language ministry fair Clergy and lay leaders of Spanish-speaking congregations in the Diocese of Los Angeles gathered March 5 at the Cathedral Center of St. Paul for a Spanish-language ministry fair. Attendees took part in a number of plenary sessions, workshops and discussions on how best to minister to Latinos in their neighborhoods. Watch this video for more about the fair.
Update to take hiatus for week before April 24
The Episcopal News Update will be on hiatus next week (preceding April 24). Publication will resume on Wednesday, April 26 (dated for the following Sunday, May 1).
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 In the media ...
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The Malibu Times
April 8, 2016
Laundry Love Program Kicks Off in Malibu
The Malibu Interfaith Group - an organization of local churches and temples - hosted the first Laundry Love day in Malibu on Thursday, March 24. Laundry Love provides free clothes washing at a laundromat for homeless individuals. [St. Aidan's Episcopal Church, Malibu, is one of the leaders of this effort.] Read more here.
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 Save the Date Annual Bishop's Guild Garden Party scheduled for Sept. 24
The Bishop's Guild, which provides support for seminarians from the Diocese of Los Angeles, will hold its annual Garden Party fundraiser on Saturday, Sept. 24 at the home of Bishop Jon Bruno and Mary Bruno. Join friends and seminarians for great food and beautiful hand-made quilts for sale and show. For information, contact Bishop's Guild president Donna Keller at 951.545.4218 or donnakeller68@yahoo.com.
 All are invited to 'roast' Ed Bacon as he prepares to retire After 21 years as rector of All Saints Church, Pasadena, the Rev. Canon Ed Bacon will retire May 1. To mark that momentous occasion, his friends, parishioners and colleagues are cordially invited to bid farewell to Bacon and his wife, Hope, at "Grits & Grace: Roasted!" an evening of playfulness and laughter, stories, sketches and music to delight the whole family on Friday, April 22 at 7 p.m. A reception will follow, with festive beverages and a sweet treat. Open seating. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. Childcare will be provided for children under 4. Validated parking will be available at Plaza las Fuentes. All Saints Church is located at 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena.
 Amy-Jill Levine will discuss understandings of Scripture
and the Middle East at
Guibord Center event The Guibord Center will host "On Different Grounds: Jewish and Christian Biblical Understandings of the Middle East" on Saturday, May 14, 4 - 6 p.m. at St. John's Episcopal ProCathedral, 514 West Adams Boulevard, Los Angeles 90007, presented by Amy-Jill Levine (pictured). According to the announcement, "The divisions within and between Jewish and Christian communities in discussions about Israel and Palestine are based on more than contemporary political views; they are also grounded in select understandings of Scripture. How does biblical interpretation necessarily lead to conflicting views, and how might an historical approach to the Bible help advance collaborative work for peace in the Middle East?" Levine is University Professor of New Testament and Jewish Studies, E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Professor of New Testament Studies, and professor of Jewish Studies at Vanderbilt Divinity School and College of Arts and Sciences. Events at the Guibord Center are offered at no cost; however, registration is required. For more information and to register, click here.
 St. Philip's, Los Angeles, plans Bingo event May 14 St Philip's Episcopal Church, Los Angeles, will present an afternoon of Bingo on Saturday, May 14, 1 - 5 p.m. in Shepard Hall. The event will raise funds to support St. Philip's ministries. Guests will receive 15 bingo cards for a donation of $20; additional cards wil be available. Refreshments will be available for purchase. Parking is free. St. Philip's is located at 2800 Stanford Avenue, Los Angeles 90011. For information call 323.232.3494.
 Stillpoint class for potential
spiritual directors is June 9 - 11 Stillpoint: the Center for Christian Spirituality will hold a class on "Becoming a Spiritual Director" Thursday - Saturday, June 9 - 11 at Church of Our Saviour, 525 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775. The class runs two full days, and a half-day on Saturday. According to the Stillpoint announcement, "If you delight in spiritual friendship and conversation, have a good ear to listen and hear others, and enjoy the spiritual journey, you may have the gifts to become a spiritual director or companion to others. Stillpoint has a three-day orientation to this ancient ministry. Those who are exploring how and what spiritual director/companions do are invited to join us for an enjoyable introduction to this extraordinary work." The fee for the class is $275, which includes instructions, private sessions with faculty, three lunches and two dinners. For details, click here.
 Screening of Last Days in the Desert will feature conversation with filmmaker Rodrigo Garcia Film and television director and screenwriter Rodrigo Garcia will be present for a discussion of his newest film, Last Days in the Desert, at All Saints Church, Pasadena, at 3 p.m. on Sunday, April 24, the only Los Angeles-area screening before its May 13 release. Garcia is a storyteller who grew up in the presence of Carlos Fuentes, Julio Cortázar, Pablo Neruda and Luis Buñuel: the circle of Rodrigo's father, Colombian Nobel-winner writer Gabriel Garcia Márquez. In the film, actor Ewan McGregor plays both Jesus and Satan. Following the screening, Ed Bacon, rector, and Garcia will continue their conversation, joined by LA Times film critic, Kenneth Turan and the producer of Last Days in the Desert, Julie Lynn, founder of Mockingbird Pictures. There is no charge for the screening. Seating will be open. For more information call 626.796.1172. All Saints Church is at 132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena.
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This week around the diocese ...
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WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 7 p.m.
The Bible and Gun Violence
All Saints' Episcopal Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: Scott Taylor at staylor@allsaintsbh.org or Andy Carmichael at 818.388.3480
Dinner at 7 p.m., followed by presentation and discussion at 7:30 p.m. "Jesus says, 'Love your neighbor as yourself.' But that doesn't tell us how to live in a world with guns," says the announcement from All Saints' Church. Kutter Callaway, a professor at Fuller Theological Seminary will speak about issues of culture and theology, and discuss provocative ideas, such as renouncing Second Amendment rights, should the church pulpit have a gun for safety, and other ways to reduce gun violence.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 7 p.m.
Film Screening: Welcome to Leith
Church of the Messiah
614 N. Bush Street, Santa Ana 92701
Information: 714.543.9389
Welcome to Leith, a 2015 "documentary thriller" by Michael Beach Nichols and Christopher K. Walker tells the bizarre factual story of the attempted takeover of Leith, North Dakota (pop. 16) by white supremacist Craig Cobb. The directors, with funding from a Kickstarter campaign, lived in the town for extended periods and present a first-hand view of events. Free parking is available across the street at Hands Together Preschool. Street parking is metered. Light refreshments will be served. A trailer is here.
THURSDAY - SUNDAY, APRIL 14 - 17, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Estate Sale
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
122 S California Ave, Monrovia 91016
Information here
The entire contents of several high-end houses have been donated to historic St. Luke's Church, which celebrates its 125th anniversary this year. Proceeds from the sale will benefit St. Luke's maintenance fund and ministries. Items for sale include furniture, objects d'art, artworks, lighting fixtures, patio furniture, rugs, kitchen and tabletop items, Christmas decorations and more. The sale is being handled by estate sale coordinator Zoe TeBeau of Claremont, with appraisals and review by the auction house of John Moran & Associates of Monrovia.
SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 9 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
The Poetry Dive:
Immersion in the Language of the Soul
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information: Jamie Hebert, 626.583.2733
Registration here
Led by Kim Rosen, author of Saved by a Poem. Participants are invited to "experience poetry's power to wake you up, shake you up and summon you into a deeper, more intimate experience of living. ... Join Kim for a transformative immersion in mystical poems, music, guided meditation, gentle movement and interpersonal revelation designed to melt your defenses, liberate the flow of your feelings, and open you to yourself and others. You do not need to recite, write or even like poetry to discover its power as prayer, celebration, and awakener." Participants are asked to bring a notebook and pen and wear clothes in which they can move and sit comfortably. Registration is here. The registration fee is $50; scholarships and sliding scale fees available. No one will be turned away for lack of funds.
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 7 p.m.
Children and Gun Violence
All Saints' Episcopal Church
504 N Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: Scott Taylor at staylor@allsaintsbh.org or Andy Carmichael at 818.388.3480
Led by the Rev. Ronald David, M.D., an expert on child and infant mortality, who will address ways to keep children safe from gun violence. Childcare will be provided at no cost.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 4 p.m.
St. George's Day Dinner and Auction
St. Thomas' Church
5306 E. Arbor Road, Long Beach 90808
Information: stlb47@verizon.net or 562.425.4457
The doors will open at 4 p.m. and dinner will be at 5 p.m. The auction will begin at 6 p.m. Admission is $15 for adults and $7 for children under twelve. To reserve a table in advance, submit information and the full admission price by April 10.
SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 3 p.m.
Film Screening: Last Days in the Desert
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information: 626.796.1172
Film/TV director and screenwriter Rodrigo Garcia will be present for a discussion of his newest film, Last Days in the Desert, in the church at the only Los Angeles-area screening before its May 13 release. Garcia is a story-teller par excellence who grew up in the presence of Carlos Fuentes, Julio Cortázar, Pablo Neruda and Luis Buñuel: the circle of Rodrigo's father, Colombian Nobel-winner writer Gabriel Garcia Márquez. In the film, actor Ewan McGregor plays both Jesus and Satan. Following the screening, Ed Bacon, rector, and Garcia will continue their conversation, joined by LA Times Film critic, Kenneth Turan and the producer of Last Days in the Desert, Julie Lynn, founder of Mockingbird Pictures. There is no charge for the screening. Seating will be open.
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FRIDAY - SATURDAY, APRIL 29 - 30,12:00 p.m.
PGYM 30-Hour Fast
Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information / Registration here
The Program Group on Youth and Young Adult Ministries and Church of Our Saviour invite youth from grades 6 through 12 to participate in a 30-Hour Fast, which will support Los Angeles' Midnight Mission, a work site for the annual summer L.A. Youth Pilgrimage. Participants will sleep overnight at the church, serve breakfast at the Midnight Mission, and volunteer work at the food pantry in St. Francis Center in Atwater Village before breaking the fast with Eucharist at Our Saviour, followed by dinner prepared by The Abundant Table. Please register in advance.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 7:30 p.m.
St. Thomas Concert Series
St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church
7501 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles 90046
Information: 323.876.2102 or here
Tenor Nathan Dougherty sings with a period consort of violin, viola da gamba, cello, lute, and harpsichord in an historically informed performance of 17th and 18th Century music. Repertoire includes works by Jacopo Peri, Bertrand de Bacilly, Michel Lambert, Jean-Baptiste Mornin, and Bernardo Pasquini. A reception will follow in the parish hall.
SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 7:30 p.m.
Concert for Mark: Bach to Beatles
Trinity Episcopal Church
1500 State Street, Santa Barbara
Contact: office@trinitysb.org or 805.965.7419
A concert to honor the imminent retirement of the Rev. Mark Asman, rector of Trinity, after 23 years of service to the church and the Santa Barbara community. Featuring an eclectic mix of music by talented musicians, including Tom Joyce (organ and piano), Grey Brothers (voice), Doug Clegg and Kate Wallace (voice and various instruments), Bill Wood, (bassoon), Norman Freeman (vibes), Jane Hahn (flute) and others. It promises to be an exciting and varied evening including works by Bach, Taffanel, Faure, Schubert, The Beatles, and more.
SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 4 p.m.
Organ Concert: Mark Thallander
St. George's Episcopal Church
23802 Avenida de la Carlota, Laguna Hills
Information: 949.837.4530
Mark Thallander, is a former assistant director of music and organist at the Crystal Cathedral. Following a horrific automobile accident in 2003, in which he lost one arm, Thallander has continued his stunning organ performances. His amazing story helps empower other to overcome obstacles and continue to use their God-given talents.
SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 4 p.m.
Concert: The Episcopal Chorale
St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
6201 E. Willow Street, Long Beach 90815
Information: 562. 420.1311
The Episcopal Chorale was founded in 1983 under the musical direction of Canon Dr. Charles H. Cheatham and has since been lauded as one of the finest community choirs of its time.
SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 4 p.m.
Spring Organ Recital: Robert Hovencamp
St. Edmund's Episcopal Church
1175 San Gabriel Blvd, San Marino 91108
Information: 626.793.9167 or here
The recital series, now in its sixth year, has featured outstanding organists in concert on St. Edmund's magnificently restored and enlarged Aeolian-Skinner/Rosales pipe organ. Robert Hovencamp, organist at St. Edmund's, will perform music of Bach, DeGrigny, Langlais. The recital is free, funded by donations to the Friends of Music. A reception with refreshments will follow the recital. Ample off-street parking is available.
SUNDAY, APRIL 17, 7:30 p.m.
A Service of Contemplation and
Prayer in the Style of Taizé
Episcopal Church of the Epiphany
5450 Churchwood Drive, Oak Park 91377
Information: 818.991.4797 or tcote.org
This service is patterned on the worship practices of the ecumenical French monastic community at Taizé. The worship is quiet, meditative and reflective, and seeks to provide an opportunity to worshipers to enter into a prayerful experience of God.
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FRIDAY, APRIL 22, 8 p.m.
All Saints Choir & Orchestra Spring Concert
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
Featuring Mozart's Great Mass in C Minor, K. 427, a solemn mass written on the grandest scale, with the Gloria and Credo treated like a cantata in being divided into a succession of individual arias and choruses. Mozart's interest in the works of Handel is reflected in the baroque textures of several of the choral movements, which are unlike anything in his previous sacred music written for Salzburg, and echoed in parts of the Requiem nearly a decade later. Left unfinished, it is nonetheess one of his greatest works. Tickets: $25 adults / $15 students & seniors. Admission free with Music Guild donor season pass.
SATURDAY, APRIL 23, 8 p.m.
Soul Force Earth Day Celebration
Multi-Media Concert of Nonviolent History & Environmental Justice
Holy Nativity Episcopal Church
6700 West 83rd Street, Westchester 90045
Information: Holy Nativity, 310.670.4777, or Paul Livingston, 323. 899.0704 or paulzlivingstone@gmail.com.
Jazz vocalist Dwight Trible will join Arohi Ensemble for a creative concert reflecting on the convergence of environmental activism, human rights and the relevance of nonviolence or 'soul force'. The Soul Force Project is a multi-media musical journey through the past 100 years of nonviolent social and political revolution through a multi-media world music/jazz crossover event celebrating environmental & social justice for Earth Day. Suggested donation: $20 ($10 students). More information here.
SUNDAY, APRIL 24, 7:30 p.m.
Compline, Schola Cantorum of St. James'
St. James' Episcopal Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3015 or saintjamesla.org
James Buonemani, director.
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SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 6:30 p.m.
Classical Guitar and Cello Concert
St. Andrew's Episcopal Church, Irvine
4400 Barranca Parkway, Irvine
Information: felixjkz@gmail.com
Irina Kulikova, guitar, and Felix Volozhanin, cello, will perform works by Vivaldi, Bach, Tarrega, Vasiliev and Piazzolla. Tickets: $30 at the door.
SUNDAY, MAY 1, 4:30 p.m.
Easter 6: Choral Evensong
Church of Our Saviour
535 West Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information: 626.282.5147 or www.churchofoursaviour.org
Featuring the Our Saviour Choir and guests, directed by Canon Philip Smith.
SUNDAY, MAY 1, 5 p.m.
Choral Evensong for Eastertide
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
All Saints' Choristers will perform Larry King's "Phos Hilaron" (Trinity Service); Jason Klein's Preces & Responses (for All Saints' Choristers); and George Dyson's Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis in C minor and "Bless, O Lord, us thy servants."
SUNDAY, MAY 1, 5 p.m.
Second Eastertide Choral Evensong
St Wilfrid of York Episcopal Church
18631 Chapel Lane, Huntington Beach
Information: 714.962.7512 or st.wilfridschurch.org
Christopher Gravis will conduct music by Archer, Balfour, Gardiner, Goracke.
SUNDAY, MAY 1, 5 p.m.
Walter Molina Flamenco
Episcopal Church of the Epiphany
5450 Churchwood Drive, Oak Park 91377
Information: 818.991.4797 or tcote.org
Combined Music Guild Event and Red Door Vineyard Wine Adventure. Walter Molina, who was born in Los Angeles, but traveled to Spain to study flamenco with the masters, brings a dynamic program to Epiphany. This event combines fine wine and food with excellent music. Admission is free to members of the Music Guild and the Red Door Vineyard; suggested donations for non-members are $25 for adults, $15 for seniors, and $5 for children. Reservations requested by Friday, April 29: email to music@tcote.org or call 818.991.4797, ext. 26.
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Recurring Services ...
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The worship services or events listed here occur on a regular basis; weekly or monthly. Note that some are suspended on holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas or Holy Week, or during the summer. Please check with individual churches for exceptions to the regular schedule.
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