Interim Dean and Priest-in-Charge's Note

Early on during my time with you at St. John’s Cathedral, The Rev. Dr. Eric Law encouraged me to write a job description as your Interim Dean and Priest-In-Charge. At the top of the list was the pledge that I would not stay long-term unless we discern a mutual call together.

Friends, this has not changed; and we are not quite finished with our transitional work. All of you have done an amazing job at showing up, sharing what’s important to you, identifying our growing edges, and beginning to discern what the future might hold. You have also done an amazing job of finding the courage to speak your truth, and to listen to each other with open minds and hearts. We are on our way.

In response to mutual discernment, I have accepted the invitation to stay for another year while this good work continues under the leadership of lay leaders who will invite open and honest conversations and discernment. I am most grateful for your loving support along the way. I give special thanks to the dedicated staff of St. John’s and volunteers who make all things possible. I look forward to the year ahead.

With love and blessings,

Anne+

Celebration and Thanksgiving for the Life of G. Alexander (Zandy) Moore

Tomorrow (Burial of the Dead: Rite II), 11:00 am | In-person and via YouTube

Almighty God, we entrust all who are dear to us to thy never-failing care and love, for this life and the life to come, knowing that thou art doing for them better things than we can desire or pray for; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Inquirer Classes

Sunday Morning, 9:00 am to 9:45 am

Are you new to the Episcopal Church and want to know more? Or maybe you're a long-time member but just have a few questions. The Inquirer’s Class is a small group setting where participants have an opportunity to explore what the Episcopal Church is all about and to look at their faith in the context of their past experience, what they’ve been taught, and what the church believes and teaches. Participants have an opportunity to ask questions and share responses in an open, warm, and welcoming environment. Please sign up with The Rev. Mel Soriano.

Join us for A Celebration of Bishop Barbara Harris

Saturday, March 9, 2024 at 3:00 pm

A special service celebrating the life and ministry of the Rt. Rev. Barbara Clementine Harris, late bishop suffragan of the Diocese of Massachusetts and first woman bishop in the Anglican Communion. The service is sponsored by the H. Belfield Hannibal chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians (UBE) and the Program Group on Black Ministry of the Diocese of Los Angeles.

Feeling a call to lay or ordained ministry? Join the Discernment Information Gathering on March 16

The Commission on Ministry (COM) in the Diocese of Los Angeles wants to help those seeking answers to potential calls to ministry questions. Please join them for a Discernment Information Gathering (DIG) on Saturday, March 16, 9:30 a.m. - 3 p.m. at St. Paul's Commons as they explore what answering a call can mean in your life.

The cost for the DIG is $25 per person and includes lunch. Registration is required; sign up here. For more information contact COM member Cameron Johnson at [email protected] or 310.415.0288. St. Paul's Commons is located at 840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles.

*Those wishing to attend ONLY the Congregational Discernment Committee (CDC) training may do so at no charge. Please contact Cameron Johnson directly to register for CDC training only.