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UPCOMING LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES
As mentioned at the Presbytery meeting
on September 15, we are
planning to host 4-6 week online learning opportunities. Currently,
we have two opportunities:
AI Ethics and Justice led by
the Rev. Dr. Michael Spezio
and Engaging our Neighbors: Theological and Practical First Steps in Building Relationships led by
the Rev. Adam Donner.
In addition, please let us know if you would like to attend a Voter Information Session.
Please contact Lisa Hansen to sign up for one of these opportunities.
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BEWARE OF SCAMS
Last week, we learned of scammers who were able to mimic a pastor's email and sent information out through a church directory, trying to get people to purchase gift cards. Please let your congregations know that churches are under attack by scammers. Here is what people should be aware of:
1) Someone posing as the pastor or church administrator. The email address will be close but not correct. They will ask for your help because the pastor is in a meeting and needs to purchase gift cards for someone. This is a scam. They collect the gift card information and use it for their own benefit. Call the church to see if this is a real need.
2) Someone posing as a parishioner seeking a copy of the church directory. Please call the individual to see if it is really them. A scammer will use that information to mimic people’s emails and to send out requests for money or to plant a virus on your computer
3) Someone sending you an electronic invitation to a celebration or party that you were not told about ahead of time. If the invitation is vague and doesn’t include specifics, call or email the person whose name is on it to see if they are actually holding a celebration or party. If you click the invite, it will download a Trojan Horse onto your computer that may extract information or damage it.
4) Someone calling you and saying they are from the church and that your electronic deposit didn’t go through. They want your bank information. Call the church to verify that this actually happened. Once someone has your bank information, they can steal all your money.
It doesn't take much for anyone to be taken advantage of. If you are tired or overwhelmed with work or life, they will take advantage of you. Never respond to an email that sounds strange or seems out of place; always verify with the church or the individual who sent you that email.
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WHY PRESBYTERIAN' WILL NEVER BE A POLITICAL PARTY: A CHURCHWIDE STUDY SERIES
Introducing a new churchwide study series! Co-Moderators, the Rev. Marta Pumroy-Cordero and the Rev. Dr. Kristopher D. Schondelmeyer, will host a series of three webinars on Fridays throughout October, offering an in-depth look at the PC(USA)'s Social Witness Policy.
The series will be divided into 3 sessions:
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Session 1: Religious Liberty.— Oct. 2
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Session 2: State and Citizen: Their Mutual Responsibility — Oct. 16
- Session 3: The Churhc's Role in Civil Society — Oct. 30
Each session will feature different guests from across the PC(USA) who will join the Co-Moderators in reflecting and expanding on each of these three topics. You can register for each Zoom session by clicking on the links above. Participants are encouraged to read the corresponding sections prior to each session. The document is linked on each registration.
Here are the links:
https://pcusa.org/events/religious-liberty-panel-discussion-with-co-moderators/october-2nd-2026-0100pm
https://pcusa.org/events/state-and-citizen-their-mutual-responsibility-panel-discussion-with-co-moderators/october-16th-2026-0100pm
https://pcusa.org/events/churchs-role-civil-society-panel-discussion-with-co-moderators/october-30th-2026-0100pm
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FALL EDUCATION SERIES:
"POLITICS AND
CHRISTIAN FAITH"
CLAREMONT, CA — This fall, Claremont Presbyterian Church (CPC) hosts “Politics and Christian Faith,” an adult education series that explores the intersection of faith, history, and American public life.
Location: Claremont Presbyterian Church, Room 1
Time: 8:45–9:45 AM, Sundays
Dates: October 4, 11, 18, 25
The series is free and open to the public. No registration required.
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SAGES & SCHOLARS CONFERENCE
The 2026 Sages & Scholars Conference will be held in South Pasadena on October 17th. This year, the conference will focus on being human in a world of AI and robotics. One of the speakers, Reverend Gary Noonan, will be addressing community building and the fragmentation of human agency. Information about the conference, including registration and ticket prices, is available through the links on the attached flyer. Feel free to share this information with your congregations.
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NPC JOB DESCRIPTION PART-TIME PASTOR
Northminster Presbyterian Church in Diamond Bar is seeking a Part-Time Pastor.
For more details, Click Here to view the job Description or contact Helen Hall at:
helen.hall@roadrunner.com.
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SOTV JOB DESCRIPTION PART-TIME PASTOR
Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church, Hacienda Heights, is seeking a Part-Time Pastor.
For more details, Click Here to view the job description, or contact Janice Takeda at janice.takeda@gmail.com.
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PRESCHOOL TEACHERS - JOURNEY, ARCADIA
The person selected for this position will be responsible for the general supervision and management of a group of children between the ages of 6 weeks and Kindergarten.
All personnel shall share a commitment to Christ and the Christian Education of young children.
Click here to view the job description.
For more information, please contavt the church at: erin@arcadia.church
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WE REMEMBER IN PRAYER
We remember Divine Light Presbyterian Church, El Monte,
in our Prayers of the People this week.
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AFFORDABLE HOME OWNERSHIP COMING TO BALDWIN PARK
Affordable homes are coming to
the former First Presbyterian Church
of Baldwin Park site.
Join an upcoming information session to learn more about the homes, eligibility requirements, the application process,
and how Habitat’s affordable
homeownership program works.
For more detials, visit the links below.
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HELP US WITH OUR WEBSITE REDESIGN!!
We need photos of the churches, your mission work, your ministry, and worship.
Please send them to presby@sangabpres.org.
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DISCOVER ICTHUS: MAKING A DIFFERENCE IN VENEZUELA AND MEXICO
Tuesday, October 6 at 5:00-6:00 PM, Church Lounge, 1750 Virginia Road,
San Marino, CA
San Marino Community Church Mission Partner ICTHUS helps churches throughout Latin America share the good news of Jesus and create lasting change in the lives of at-risk children and youth. Come for light refreshments and meet Luis Yon, the CEO/International Director, Honduran leader Pamela, and special guest, Rev. Andres Barrantes. Pastor Barrantes will share his experience growing up as an ICTHUS member in Costa Rica.
This fall ICTHUS is assisting churches in Venezuela that are still recovering
from devastating earthquakes. They’ve successfully initiated ICTHUS groups in temporary shelter camps and the streets of La Guaira, where the earthquake caused significant damage to numerous buildings. In Mexico, seven new churches are receiving training to start ICTHUS for their children. These churches are partnered with the large ministry Compassion and are now using ICTHUS’ curriculum as their spiritual formation program.
For more information contact SMCC@smcommunitychurch.com or call (626) 282-4185. No RSVP needed.
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HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
With Hispanic Heritage Month if full swing, please visit the link below to
read a recent article from the
Presbytery of the Pacific. You will
notice some familar names and
our Presbytery mentioned
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CLEAR THE ROAD
TO FREEDOM
An Interfaith Pilgrimage, 9/29-10/6
People of faith will walk from Adelanto to the DTLA Detention Center
to call for an end to cruel immigration policies and closing of detention centers.
They will walk to bring compassion and care for the immigrant community, and to serve as a protective presence for those for whom it is not safe to speak out.
You can join the pilgrims on the final day, Oct. 6, in the following ways:
OPTION 1: WALK THE FINAL
6.5 MILES
6:30 AM at GreenTree Inn & Suites
2499 W. Main Street, Alhambra, CA
OPTION 2: JOIN THE PILGRIMS
AT THE FINISH
12:00 PM at the Metropolitan
Detention Center
300 N. Los Angeles St., Los Angeles, CA
[LET US KNOW YOU'RE COMING]
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EATON FIRE RESOURCES
To view additional resources, click here.
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Join other Presbyterians rebuild with Habitat for Humanity in Altadena on October 10 and November 14. Volunteer registration links will come later but put the dates on your calendar now. For more info, contact Cynthia Guenther <csguenther50@gmail.com>.
Habitat is always looking for volunteers, so please feel free to use this link for days other than the group-build dates above: Habitat Volunteer Registration General Calendar.
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