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IRIS to take part in June 23 World Refugee Day fair
IRIS (Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service), a program of the Diocese of Los Angeles, will be one of many agencies taking part in a World Refugee Day information fair on Thursday, June 23, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m. at Plummer Park, 1200 N. Vista Street, West Hollywood, presented by the Refugee Forum of Los Angeles. Various sponsoring organizations, including the Los Angeles Mayor's Office of Immigrant Affairs, will offer information on immigration, family reunification, citizenship, benefits, employment and more. A flyer is here. For more information, email to refugeeforumla@gmail.com. Update takes a week's hiatus;
summer schedule planned for publications
The Episcopal News will not be published next week (for May 22). Publication will resume for May 29 (publication on May 25). The Episcopal News Weekly bulletin insert and the Update will shift to a biweekly schedule between mid-June and the beginning of August to allow for staff vacations and other projects. The Spring 2016 issue of the Episcopal News magazine will be published later this week. The Summer 2016 issue is scheduled for early July. |
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 ECW awards Bishop Talton Scholarship to Lee Harris
The ECW established an education fund for deacons in honor of Talton during the group's 114th annual meeting in 2010, when the longtime bishop suffragan retired. The scholarship money is distributed twice a year for continuing education for those who are studying for the diaconate or continuing their education.
Harris was awarded $500 to help defray the cost of attending the Association for Episcopal Deacons Triennial, themed "The Five Marks of Mission." Presiding Bishop Michael Curry and Bishop Ian Douglas of Connecticut will be keynote speakers. Upon his return, Harris will report on his experience.
Applications for scholarships are accepted twice a year; deadlines are April 1 and August 1. Awards range from $100 to $500, and are paid directly to the school or program providing the educational service. All deacons and seminarians are eligible to apply for this fund: visit the ECW Los Angeles website for additional information and to apply. For additional information contact: Linda Amerault at lameretss@hotmail.com.
Graduation day at Bloy House
Seminarians graduating at the May 7 commencement at Bloy House, the Episcopal Theological School at Claremont, pose with Dean Sylvia Sweeney (left). Graduates are, from left: Irene Cowley and Donna Washington, Holy Faith, Inglewood (Fresh Start); Dana Fachner, St. Timothy's, Apple Valley (certificate of Anglican Studies); Celeste Stump, St. Mark's, Upland (diploma of Theological Studies); Lisa Jacoby, St. Margaret's, San Juan Capistrano (diploma of Theological Studies); Norma Guerra de Sigmund, All Saints, Pasadena and Messiah, Santa Ana (diploma of Theological Studies); and Larry Spang, St. Mary's, Laguna Beach (Fresh Start). Not pictured is Jana Milhon-Martin, St. John's, La Verne (certificate of Anglican Studies) and Janet Franklin of Holy Faith, Inglewood (Fresh Start).
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 Corona del Mar parish to celebrate environmentally-friendly campus makeover St. Michael & All Angels Church, 3233 Pacific View Drive, Corona del Mar, invites the diocesan community to a garden party and open house on Sunday, June 12, 2 - 4 p.m., to celebrate completion of its 1.5-acre, environmentally-friendly water-wise garden. Live Celtic music will be a highlight of the event, which also will feature garden tours. For information, call the parish office at 949.644.0463.
 St. Francis', Palos Verdes, announces antique show and sale St. Francis Episcopal Church, located at 2200 Via Rosa in Palos Verdes Estates, will host its 48th annual Palos Verdes Antiques Show and Sale fundraiser Thursday - Saturday, June 2 - 3; 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Thursday and Friday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday. The opening preview party and sale will be held on Wednesday, June 1, 6 - 9 p.m. This event features exhibitors from Northern and Southern California and Arizona selling furniture, artwork, silver, china and crystal, jewelry, collectibles and designer, couture and vintage clothing. In addition, the show will include the Harvest Cupboard with tasty homemade offerings; Garden Gazebo with plants and garden ornaments; a silent auction table, patio luncheons, English afternoon tea and evening wine and cheese. Admission is $10 with return privileges, and parking is free. Tickets to the pre-sale are $25 in advance or $40 at the door. All proceeds support the Mission & Outreach of St. Francis Church. For information, call 310.375.4617, or visit www.stfrancispv.org to print out a $2 discount admission coupon.
 St. Luke's, Long Beach, continues Pride tradition For the 26th year, St. Luke's, Long Beach, will participate in the Long Beach LGBT Pride events on Sunday, May 22, beginning at 9 a.m. with "Communion on the Bluff," celebrated by the Rev. Ricardo Avila of St. Luke's at the bluff on Ocean Blvd. at Temple Avenue. A reception at a private home will follow the service, concluding in time for the 10:30 a.m. parade, in which St. Luke's members and friends will march. All are welcome. For information, visit the parish website or contact Tom Crowe at 562.491.3174 or tomcrowelb@gmail.com.
 Camp Stevens seeks
garden equipment for
volunteer program Camp Stevens' farm and garden director, Diego Duran, plans to start a volunteer program, but needs some tools to get started. The camp is looking for donations of shovels, hoes, digging forks, broad forks, trowels, and wheelbarrows. Items can be used if they are still in good working condition. To donate, or for more information, call the camp at 760.765.0028, or email to info@campstevens.org.
 'Voting as an Act of Faith'
event planned by Progressive Christians Uniting Progressive Christians Uniting will gather for Voting as an Act of Faith, "an afternoon of sacred ritual as we bless our hands ahead of voting in the California primary elections" on Sunday, May 22, 3:30 - 5 p.m. at First United Methodist Church, 500 E. Colorado Blvd., Pasadena. The event will also introduce PCU's new resource book, Deeper Love. This event is free and open to the public. Click here to register for the event. PCU was founded in 1996 by the Rev. Canon George Regas, rector emeritus of All Saints Church, Pasadena, and theologian John Cobb.
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This week around the diocese ...
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SATURDAY, MAY 14, 1 - 5 p.m.
An Afternoon of Bingo
St Philip's Episcopal Church
2800 Stanford Avenue, Los Angeles 90011
Information: 323.232.3494
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.
SATURDAY, MAY 14, 10:30 a.m. - 2 p.m.
GFS Anniversary Service
Grace Episcopal Church
555 E. Mountain View Avenue, Glendora
Information here
Girls Friendly Society-Los Angeles (GFS) 139th anniversary service, "Looking Beyond Our Windows." GFS girls will be honored for their work and achievements, and all are invited to attend, wearing their vests and/or uniforms. A potluck lunch will follow the service: participants should bring a side dish or dessert to share, and an offering of nonperishable items for the Shepherd's Pantry. Girls will work together on a service project.
SATURDAY, MAY 14, 2 - 5 p.m.
Holy Family Services Annual Garden Party
The Episcopal Residence
3435 E. California Blvd., Pasadena
Information/Tickets:
Marianne Wright, 626.398.0057 or mkw@sound-advice.com
Holy Family Services, the adoption and foster care agency that is an institution of the Diocese of Los Angeles, will hold its annual garden party and silent auction, themed "Circle of Hope," on Saturday, May 14, 2 - 5 p.m. at the home of Mary Bruno and Bishop J. Jon Bruno in Pasadena, from 2 p.m to 5 p.m. In addition to the silent auction, there will also be an opportunity drawing for an iPad Mini and a live auction. Tickets are $65 for adults and $20 for children ages 4 - 12. Proceeds will go to Holy Family Services.
SATURDAY, MAY 14, 4 - 6 p.m.
'On Different Grounds: Jewish and Christian
Biblical Understandings of the Middle East'
with Amy-Jill Levine
St. John's Episcopal ProCathedral
514 West Adams Boulevard, Los Angeles 90007
Information/Registration here
Presented by The Guibord Center. 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? Amy-Jill 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. Information and updates about parking and attire will be sent to all registrants prior to the event.
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SUNDAY, MAY 22, 9 a.m.
'Communion on the Bluff' and Pride Parade
Ocean Blvd. at Temple Avenue, Long Beach
Information: www.StLukesLB.org or Tom Crowe, 562.491.3174 or tomcrowelb@gmail.com
For the 26th year, St. Luke's, Long Beach, will participate in the Long Beach LGBT Pride events. "Communion on the Bluff" will be celebrated by the Rev. Ricardo Avila of St. Luke's at Ocean Blvd. and Temple Avenue. A reception at a private home will follow the service, concluding in time for the 10:30 a.m. parade, in which St. Luke's members and friends will march. All are welcome.
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This week in liturgy and the arts ...
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SUNDAY, MAY 15, 4 p.m.
Recital: Ellie Choate, harp
St. Gregory's Episcopal Church
6201 E. Willow Sreet, Long Beach 90815
Information: 562. 420.1311
Ellie Choate's musical versatility has afforded her the opportunity to touch virtually every area of music-making. She is an active soloist and chamber musician, playing for events and concerts all across Southern California.
SUNDAY, MAY 15, 4 p.m.
Evensong
St. Luke's Episcopal Church
122 S. California Avenue, Monrovia 91016
Information: 626.357.7071
The Rev. Neil Tadken will be officiant and cantor. This is a special edition Evensong marking the 125th anniversary of the founding of the parish. Music selections include: "Christ, Mighty Savior," by David Charles Walker; Preces & Responses by Richard Ayleward; Magnificat & Nunc Dimittis in E Minor by Daniel Purcell; "I Waited For the Lord," by Felix Mendelssohn (Alex Miller and Graham Miller, soloists). A free will offering will be taken. A wine and cheese reception will follow the service.
SUNDAY, MAY 15, 5 p.m.
Jazz Vespers at All Saints: Gillian Margot
All Saints Episcopal Church
132 N. Euclid Avenue, Pasadena
Information:Melissa Hayes, 626.583.2725 / mhayes@allsaints-pas.org
Trained as a vocalist, multi-instrumentalist and dancer, Gillian Margot feels equally at home in the musical worlds of jazz, R&B and pop, and delivers a stage presence and confidence honed through years of performing for audiences worldwide. A native of Toronto, Margot got her start in jazz playing several sets a night and leading a wide variety of ensembles and studying under a generation of jazz legends including Oscar Peterson, Freddy Cole, Carol Welsman, and Norman Simmons. She credits her love of multiculturalism and mixing of genres to her educational background in both music and anthropology. Susan Russell will offer a meditation. The event is free. To use the elevator for accessibility, please arrive five minutes early. Child care provided.
SUNDAY, MAY 15, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Martin Chalifour: The Making of a Concertmaster
St. Edmund's Episcopal Church
1175 San Gabriel Blvd., San Marino 91108
Tickets: www.saintedmunds.org
Information: stedmunds75thanniversary@gmail.com
A violin concert and conversation with Martin Chalifour, principal concertmaster of the Los Angeles Philharmonic Orchestra. Huntington Middle School musicians will perform with him on some numbers. Tickets: $20 (open seating); $5 for middle and high school students; younger children free (must be accompanied by an adult). $30 for VIP reserved seating and a private post-concert reception.
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SATURDAY, MAY 21, 5 p.m.
Latin Vigil Mass with LASchola
St. Thomas the Apostle Episcopal Church
7501 Hollywood Blvd., Los Angeles 90046
Information: 323.876.2102 or here
A sextet of voices from the LASchola will sing the Missa Viri Galilaei and motet of the same name by Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina. A reception in the parish hall will follow the service.
SATURDAY, MAY 21, 6 - 9 p.m.
Forever in Blue Jeans: A Neil Diamond Tribute
St. Francis of Assisi Episcopal Church
280 Royal Avenue, Simi Valley
Information: 805.526.5141
Also featuring The Copycats. Tickets: $25 (food and drink included).
SATURDAY, MAY 21, 7:30 p.m.
Sound of St. Paul's
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
1221 Wass Street, Tustin
Information/Reservations: 714.544.3141
Musical presentations will feature the Chancel Choir singing many favorites. They will be joined by soloists and musicians in a wide-ranging program of sacred, classical, and contemporary music. The choir and soloists will be accompanied by St. Paul's Strings, Brass & Percussion, which will include local professional musicians, pianist Debbie Magnussen and the New Church Band. Directed by David Milligan, who is completing his 19th year as the music director of St. Paul's Church. A $25 concert donation may be made at the door or via St. Paul's. In addition, a pre-concert "Street Tacos" dinner will be served on the patio at 6 p.m., catered by Your Day, Your Way. Dinner tickets are $12 and require advance reservations. A no-host bar will offer wine, beer and nonalcoholic beverages for purchase.
SUNDAY, MAY 22, 5 p.m.
Choral Evensong for Trinity Sunday
Episcopal Church of the Epiphany
5450 Churchwood Drive, Oak Park 91377
Information: 818.991.4797 or tcote.org
Epiphany's Parish Choir and Schola will lead this reflective service. A recital by the City of Angels Saxophone Quartet will follow: see listing below.
SUNDAY, MAY 22, 5 p.m.
Evensong for Trinity Sunday
Church of the Ascension
25 E. Laurel Avenue, Sierra Madre 91024
Information: 626.355.1133
Music selections will include: Robert Lehmann's Preces and Responses and "O Gracious Light" (Phos Hilaron); Herbert Sumsion's Magnificat and Nunc Dimittis in A Major; "I Was Glad When They Said Unto Me," by G. Hubert H. Parry; the Holst/Proulx setting of "O God, Beyond All Praising"; "Cantique de Jean Racine" by Gabriel Fauré; "Pax Dei" by C. Whitney Coombs. Canon Michael Bamberger, rector, will lead the service. The choir is conducted by Debora Huffman, director of music and organist. A reception will follow the service.
SUNDAY, MAY 22, 6 p.m.
Recital: The City of Angels Saxophone Quartet
Episcopal Church of the Epiphany
5450 Churchwood Drive, Oak Park 91377
Information: 818.991.4797 or tcote.org
The City of Angels Saxophone Quartet made its first appearance on our series last year, and is back by popular demand. A reception to meet the artists will follow the recital. Admission is free; donations will be gladly accepted.
WEDNESDAY, MAY 25, 7:30 p.m.
A Service in the style of Taizé
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
Led by Parish Choir in the intimate setting of All Saints' Chapel.
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SUNDAY, MAY 29, 5 p.m.
Recital: Jason Klein, organ
All Saints Episcopal Church
504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210
Information: 310.275.0123
All Saints' assistant organist and choral director plays a program of music by J.S. Bach, Nicholas de Grigny, Maurice Duruflé, Calvin Hampton, Herbert Howells, and Robert Schumann. Tickets: $20 adults / $10 students & seniors. Admission free with Music Guild donor season pass. A reception for Music Guild donors will follow the concert.
SUNDAY, MAY 29, 7 p.m.
"Share the Journey": A Benefit for Refugees in L.A.
Bootleg Theater Bar
2220 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles 90057
Simon White, Dorian Wood, the Alexander Noice Sextet and Derde Verde will perform. Tickets: $12. Proceeds benefit Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service, a ministry of the Diocese of Los Angeles.
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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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