Deans' Note
April 25, 2021
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Towards the end of the Sabbath, observant Jews pray Psalm 23. When we think of the words of this Psalm, it makes perfect sense since the words of this Psalm entrust our daily lives to the Lord's care. In a real sense, we have been experiencing a sort of long sabbath brought about because of the Covid pandemic. Now it seems that daily life is beginning to re-emerge, not unlike the end of the Sabbath. One line of this Psalm, in particular, has an impact on these days. We traditionally know it as "he restoreth my soul." The great translator of the Hebrew Bible, Robert Alter, uses this phrase, "My life he gives back." We are at a time when we feel as though we are being given our life back and we invite the Lord to shepherd us, to lead us as he already has led us through the valley of death's shadow all the days of our life.
So now at St. John's, we begin the plan to get our corporate life back as we mark a new beginning next Sunday with in-person worship at a single service at 9 AM. Since this is a transition time, we need to ask you please to make a reservation if you plan to attend. Seating will be limited, and socially distant. Also, masks are required. Finally, because we are a community and what each of us does affects all of us, we ask that you get vaccinated against covid-19 before you attend public in-person worship. Being vaccinated is an expression of loving your neighbor.
As we enter this new phase we do not know what the future will bring, but in joy, we enter the future knowing that the Lord is our shepherd. We shall not want.
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Requiescat in pace:
The Right Reverend Joseph Jon Bruno
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We are saddened to inform St. John's community of the death of J. Jon Bruno, retired Bishop of the Diocese of Los Angeles. We ask prayers for the repose of his soul and for his wife Mary and all who grieve this loss. May he rest in peace and rise in glory. |
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Cathedral Life
Courses and Services
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Indoor Worship
Starting May 2, 2021, at 9 am
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Beginning next Sunday we will be having indoor worship at a single service at 9 AM. Since this is a transition time, we need to ask you to please make a reservation if you plan to attend. Seating will be limited, and socially distant. Also, masks are required. We ask that you get vaccinated against covid-19 before you attend public in-person worship.
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Christian Education
w/ Bishop Brookhart
Sundays April 25
at 9:30am on FB Live
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Bishop Brookhart will be with us this Sunday. He will be working with his new book, Washed and Well-Fed.
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Lectio Divina
with Mother Lyn Crow
Tuesdays at 7 pm on Facebook Live
April 27, May 4 & May 11
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The African Bible study method was introduced at Lambeth Conference by the African delegation in 1998. A form of Lectio Divina, it has proved to be a deeply spiritual way of studying scripture while, at the same time, building a wonderful sense of community among the participants. It has been widely used in the Episcopal church ever since its introduction. Join Mother Lyn as we explore this refreshing method of study. Bring your Bible in whatever translation you choose. We will meet Tuesdays at 7 pm, on April 27, May 4, and May 11.
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Starting on April 1, anyone over 50 and over is eligible to receive the vaccine. April 15, anyone over 16.
The Covid-19 vaccine clinic at Kedren Hospital does not require appointments for anyone who is eligible but there is a special senior line.
Also, Kaiser Permanente allows persons 75 and over, outside their plan to get vaccinated by calling 1-833-KP4CARE (1-833-574-2273).
Seniors who need to access other options can receive internet support, please contact Fr. Dan for more information.
Meet the Doctor Who Turned His LA Clinic
Into a COVID Vaccine Hub
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We might be social distancing, but that doesn't mean we can't connect with our community. Follow us on social media for announcements, services, special content, live discussions and prayers.
Like us, tag us, share us with friends & family.
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Online Services
Services will continue to be streamed on our Facebook page here. Sunday morning mass is at 11:00 a.m. and Sunday night compline is at 8:00 p.m. on the 1st and 3rd Sunday. Tuesday and Thursday evening prayer are at 6:30 p.m., also on the Facebook page. The Sunday services are also uploaded to YouTube.
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Online Giving
Giving is still important to the operation of the church in these interesting times. You can give online through our website donation platform here, or by the mobile version Give Plus on Android or iPhone. Checks made out to "St. John's Church" may be mailed to Clergy House; reply to this email for the address. You can also text STJOHNSLA to 44321 for a text-to-give option!
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