SAN GABRIEL PRESBYTERY

MONDAY MORNING UPDATE

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October 20, 2025

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PRESBYTERY NEWS

Kaona, written by Wendy Tajima, Executive Presbyter.

LAST DAY TO REGISTER FOR GA2026 COMMISSIONER AND

YAAD NOMINATIONS

DUE OCT. 20


General Assembly is coming up fast! If you are interested in being a commissioner or young adult advisory delegate, use the attached form and return by Oct. 20.

SAVE THE DATE - SATURDAY,

NOVEMBER 15TH


The Presbytery will honor Wendy Tajima with a special worship service and luncheon in celebration of her retirement at the November Presbytery meeting, to be held at La Verne Heights Presbyterian Church. Please mark your calendars. More details to come.  

IN-PERSON BOUNDARY TRAINING IN PASADENA

 

The Synod of Southern California & Hawaii, along with the Insurance Board, is offering two dates for training that satisfies requirements from the Book of Order (need training every 3 years) and the State:


  • Dec. 9, 9 am-3 pm, Pasadena Presbyterian; lunch provided
  • Dec. 11, 9 am-e pm, Placentia Presbyterian; lunch provided.


Registration Deadline: November 30, 2025

2026 MINIMUMS


Please see attached for 2026 pastor compensation guidelines and the Presbytery's Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection Policy. 

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

PRESBYTERY OF SAN FERNADO IS HIRING


The Presbytery of San Fernando is looking to add two new part-time members to our team:


  • Business Manager
  • Administrative Assistant


To apply, or get more details, contact Casey Maddren at cmaddren@sfpresby.org


Click here to view flyer.


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ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT


First Presbyterian Church. Altadena, seeks a responsible, organized, communicative individual to serve as the Office

Administrative Assistant. This position will be responsible for supporting the church’s office administrative operations.


To apply, send resume and cover letter to Pastor Elizabeth Wang @ rev.elizabethwang@gmail.com


Click here to view the job details.


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CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRY – JOURNEY ARCADIA


This position would be a hands-on rebuild of our children and youth ministry. We are looking for a self-starter, developer kind of person, who loves the Lord and discipling children and young people.


If interested in either position, send your resume to info@arcadia.church and specify which position you are applying for.

 

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JOBS FOR FIRE-AFFECTED INDIVIDUALS


If you or someone you know was affected by the Eaton or Palisades fires, the IBTU Relief Hub is offering paid, temporary job opportunities for fire-impacted individuals as part of our recovery efforts. 

 

Now Hiring for: 

- Disaster Recovery Case Manager 

- Humanitarian Aid Worker 

- Warehouse Coordinator 

- Communications Specialist 

- Graphic Designer 

 

See our attached flyer for more information. To apply, go to bit.ly/joinibtu. Applicants must meet the qualifications of being fire-impacted. 

 

We're rebuilding with a purpose, together. 


To view flyer, click here.


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FACILITIES MANAGER - WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

The Facility Manager will manage, support, and maintain the Westminster

Presbyterian Church (WPC) campus, which includes the buildings, grounds, parking lots, and the Westminster Pasadena Foundation (WPF) rental properties. The Facilities manager will perform miscellaneous maintenance duties as needed.


Click here for job description.


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FACILITIES MANAGER - CLAREMONT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

Under the direction of the Head of Staff, provide overall supervision of the maintenance and upkeep of church facilities and grounds as well as COORDI

NATING the scheduling of facility and campus events.


For more information, please click here.

THE HOMEBOUND COVID-19 ANTIGEN TEST DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM


LA County is offering an at-home rapid antigen test kit via mail to who meet the following criteria:


• Are age 65 years or older OR 

• Are homebound or unable to leave their home 


If eligible, a COVID-19 Antigen Test kit is provided free for a limited time by submitting a request form below:

IMMIGRATION RESOURCES

Rapid Response Team


Give to the West LA Community Response


Caring For Our Neighbors


How To Respond to First Amendment Auditors


Know Your Rights Cards


A Quick Guide for Church Personnel Who May Interact with Federal Agents


Immigration Guidance for Houses of Worship


ICE Policy for Churches Sample


PCUSA Immigration, Asylum, Refugee, & Immigrant Defense Resources English


Immigration Vigil

WE REMEMBER IN PRAYER


We remember Journey Community Church, Arcadia. in our Prayers of the People this week.

UPCOMING EVENTS

VOLUNTEER WITH HABITAT SGV


Habitat San Gabriel Valley is looking for small teams (5 or more) to volunteer

in the rebuilding of Altadena. 


If you have a team who can work this Saturday, Oct. 25, contact Wendy Gist at gist.wendy@gmail.com 

COMMEMORATING

170 YEARS OF

PRESBYTERIAN MISSION


In a year marked by devastating fires and distressing immigration raids, Presbyterians in Los Angeles are still celebrating a story of faith. This fall, discover the 170th Anniversary Podcast, sponsored by the Synod of Southern California and Hawaii of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)—six episodes tracing a story of courage, creativity,

disruption, and grace.


Learn more at https://lapresbyterians.net/

#PCUSA #losangeles #podcast

THE CENTER FOR RESTORATIVE JUSTICE


Where faith intertwines with informed discourse, where the journey of understanding is communal,

and where the goal is the strategic

pursuit of racial justice and repair.

Events will be happening

throughout October. 


To view flyer, click here.

WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH


Join us for a special night of fun, connection, and community — our first Halloween since the fires, featuring:


🎶 Organ concert

🚗 Trunk or Treat fun for the kids

🎭 Costumes, candy, and good company


October 31, 5 pm - 8 pm

1757 N. Lake Ave., Pasadena, 91104


Click here to view flyer.

INTERWOVEN'S 2ND ANNUAL TRUNK OR TREAT


Get ready for a night of fun, costumes, and candy! Join us for our Second Annual Trunk or Treat — packed with:


🚗 Trunks full of treats

🎨 Face painting

🦘 Jumpers for the kids


Bring the whole family, dress up, and celebrate Halloween with a safe and exciting community night!


October 31, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

4848 Eagle Rock Blvd.,

Los Angeles 90041


Click here to view flyer

FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH ALTADENA


Fall Festival, Food, Fellowship & Games


November 8, 12 pm - 4 pm

2775 N. Lincoln Ave., Altadena, 91001

PRESBYTERY RESOURCES

Help SGP earn points at Staples, Just give the Presbytery Office Number at checkout: 📞 1-626-614-5964


Board of Pensions Dues Calculator for 2025-2026


Book of Order 2025-2027 (English)


Book of Order (Spanish)


Book of Order (Korean)


Safe Church Policy


Send financial questions or reimbursements to Peter Tan-Gatue


Land Acknowledgement adopted by the Presbytery of San Gabriel


The 2025 apportionment is $70 per member.


2025 Presbytery minimums document


2026 Presbytery minimums document


The 2025 mileage reimbursement rate is 70 cents per mile.


2025 Presbytery Meeting Calendar


Donate Online to Presbytery or to Churches in the Presbytery

EATON FIRE RESOURCES


To view the resources click here.

WINTERFEST RESOURCES

Resources from the Gabrieleno/Tongva Tribe. Siban'gna landback video


Legal Training for Churches


Neighborhood Center Resource List. Send updates or changes to perryting@sbcglobal.net


Treasurer's Manual PCUSA

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