September 11, 2022

Diocesan Convention – 'Back to the Holy City: The Hope of Christ in Our Time' – will welcome Archbishop Naoum of Jerusalem

By Janet Kawamoto

[The Episcopal News  – September 7, 2022] September is here and it’s time to prepare for the 127th annual meeting of Diocesan Convention, to be held Friday and Saturday, Nov. 11 – 12 at the Riverside Convention Center with the theme "Back to the Holy City: The Hope of Christ in Our Time."

The literal Holy City of Jerusalem will be represented in the person of its archbishop, the Most Rev. Hosam Naoum (pictured above right), who will attend the two-day convention and give an address, according to Bishop John Harvey Taylor.

Taylor met most recently with Naoum during a late-August visit to the Holy Land. The dioceses of Los Angeles and Jerusalem have maintained a companion relationship since 2005.

“While mission and ministry in our diocese barely skipped a beat during the pandemic, we also spent a lot of emotional energy just getting through our days, individually and institutionally," said Bishop John Harvey Taylor as he announced the convention theme. "This is the year for fixing our eyes once again on God’s vision of a holy city of love and justice for all God’s people — taking what we’ve learned about what church and society are doing well, and what they’re not doing well, and rededicating ourselves to making it better.”

The 2022 convention, like its 2021 predecessor, will be a hybrid meeting; delegates and clergy will have the option to attend and vote remotely via Zoom webinar, according to Samantha Wylie, convention coordinator. Convention registration will begin at the Riverside Convention Center (3637 5th Street, Riverside 92501) at 1 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 11; the business session will begin at 3 p.m. An evening reception and dinner will follow. (Dinner tickets will be available for order soon on the convention website.) The convention will reconvene with Eucharist on Saturday morning and adjourn by 4 p.m.

Read more here.

Frank Brookhart to lead St. John's Cathedral as bishop-in-charge

The Rt. Rev. C. Franklin Brookhart, Jr. (pictured at left), retired bishop of the Diocese of Montana and now resident in the Diocese of Los Angeles, is bishop-in-charge of the Cathedral of St. John, beginning with the Aug. 28 departure of the cathedral's co-deans, the Rev. Canon Mark Kowalewsi and the Rev. Canon Dan Ade. Kowalewski and Ade are taking sabbatical and vacation time in advance of their retirement at the end of the year.

Brookhart has announced that he will be at the cathedral until the end of January 2023 as the congregation undergoes a leadership search process and consultation with the diocese. St. John's is technically a procathedral – a parish church that functions as a cathedral within a diocese.

Born in West Virginia and raised in West Virginia and Ohio, Brookhart graduated from Ohio’s Wittenberg University and attended divinity school at Vanderbilt University. He received his master of divinity degree from Lutheran Theological Seminary; his doctorate in homiletics was conferred by United Theological Seminary.

Before his election as bishop of Montana, he was a parish priest in West Virginia, where he also was the bishop’s deputy for ecumenism. He helped to prepare the “Call to Common Mission” statement that established full communion between the Episcopal Church and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA).

Brookhart is the author of several books, most recently Washing and Well-Fed: How the Sacraments Change Everything.

He and his wife, Susan Moyer Brookhart, a private educational consultant, now live in Culver City. They have two adult daughters.

Bloy House announces online autumn courses

[The Episcopal News – August 31, 2022] Bloy House, the Episcopal Theological School Los Angeles, will offer four three to four-week classes for laypersons and clergy in October. All courses will be presented online via Zoom.

Deacons: Who, What, Why

An introduction to the sacred order of deacons

Saturdays, October 8, 15 and 22, 9 – 11 a.m., via Zoom.

Instructor: The Rev. Dennis Sheridan, Ph.D.

Cost: $50

Three two-hour sessions will offer a glimpse into the life and history of the diaconate. We’ll answer the questions: What does it mean to be a deacon today? How do I know that I am called? What are the steps for getting there? Participants will hear stories about deacons who act as the bridge between the church and the world and learn about the distinctive diaconal voice. Recommended for anyone who is curious about deacons and the diaconate in the Episcopal Church.

La Perdida y el Duelo (Faith and Grief)

El curso se llevará a cabo en español. / This course will be conducted in Spanish

Martes de octubre, de 19 a 20:30 h., a través de Zoom

Instructor: Víctor Luna, M.S.W., M.Div.

Costo del curso $50

El duelo y la perdida son temas universales, pero también son procesos complicados y complejos. En estas cuatro sesiones, veremos las etapas del duelo y la variedad de emociones que experimentamos cuando perdemos a alguien o algo de valor en nuestras vidas. En esta clase exploraremos lo siguiente: ¿Como llevar un duelo sanamente? ¿Que nos enseñan Las Escrituras del duelo? ¿Como nos sostiene la fe? Finalmente, reflexionaremos sobre las pérdidas que sufrimos durante la pandemia y la crisis de salud que enfrentamos en el momento, y como podemos acercarnos a lo Divino para guiarnos en estos tiempos. Las clases podrían grabadas. Si la clase es grabada, el enlace del video será enviado a todos los estudiantes.

The Gospel and the Headlines

Wednesdays, October 5, 12, 19 and 26, 7 - 8:30 p.m., via Zoom

Instructor: The Rev. Rob Lee

Cost: $50

In this course we will seek to connect the dots between current events and the Christian understanding of proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ. How do we speak about issues that matter with fervor and conviction while simultaneously working to not alienate those who think differently from us? How do we create space for us to see each other in public space as purveyors of the prophetic word? This course will equip and provide tools for the learner to find ways to see God amidst the fray of public life.

Let There Be Light! Best Practices for Living Beyond Crisis

Thursdays, October 6, 13, 20 and 27, 7- 8:30 p.m. via Zoom

Instructor: The Rev. Carlos Ruvalcaba

Cost: $50

When we look at ourselves back in spring 2020, we cannot help but to think of a world that literally had to shut down.The disruption and suffering caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, the economic turmoil, the social upheaval, and the violence that came to change our lives and livelihood in ways both small and profound: Is all this a tragedy? Yes! Could all this be a gateway to something new and better? Yes! In this four-week, one hour course participants will explore the questions, "What was normal? What is normal nowadays? Where have we been? Where are we headed? How might we attend to the impact on our lives while also identifying our participation in fixing the mess of the world and solving the catastrophe that has come upon us?

For information and to register, click here.

Para información y para registrarse, haga clic aquí.

This article appears on the Episcopal News website here.

November border visit will offer glimpse of migrant experience

[The Episcopal News – August 31, 2022] The Southern Border Committee of the Program Group on Global Partnership, in cooperation with the nonprofit faith-based organization Border Compassion, invites members of the diocesan community to join them for a visit to the Posada del Migrant Shelter in Mexicali, Mexico, Nov. 4 – 5.

Spanish language skills are not necessary for visitors, according to the Rev. Patricia O'Reilly, committee chair, who notes that the two-day trip is a good opportunity for those who might want to visit a shelter, but would prefer to do so with a group. Mexicali, considered one of the safest border crossing cities, is directly across the U.S. border from Calexico, California, and is the capital city of the Mexican state of Baja California.

The group will travel to Calexico on Nov. 4, stay in the Howard Johnson hotel, and on Nov. 5 cross into Mexicali to visit the shelter, where they will spend the day interacting with migrants, playing with children, and learning more about the migrant experience before returning home. Migrants at the shelter — which can accommodate as many as 300 people — fled their homes to escape violence, poverty and climate disasters

Read more here. Please note corrected dates for the visit.

SAVE THE DATE

Restorative justice retreat, stories, will celebrate Camp Stevens' 70th anniversary

[The Episcopal News] To mark its 70th anniversary, Camp Stevens invites alumni, former staff, friends and the diocesan community to a Restorative Justice Retreat Oct. 28 – 30. The weekend will celebrate the camp's history of impact and growth while looking to the future.

A video invitation from Kathy Wilder, executive director of Camp Stevens, is above (or here).

Valarie Kaur – renowned civil rights leader, lawyer, award-winning filmmaker, educator, innovator, best-selling author of See No Stranger, and founder of the Revolutionary Love Project to reclaim love as a force for justice – will deliver a keynote address at 3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 29. More about Kaur is here.

Read more here. A web page with retreat schedule information is here.

Episcopal Schools celebration will welcome Ryan Newman, new executive director, and celebrate Serena Beeks, retiring director

Bishop John Taylor and the Commission on Schools invite the diocesan community to the Bishop's Annual Episcopal School Eucharist and Luncheon on Thursday, Oct. 6, 11:30 a.m. at St. Paul's Commons, 840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles.

Each year, Episcopal school leaders - school heads, directors, rectors and vicars, chaplains, division heads, business managers and more – come together to celebrate the beginning of a new school year and Episcopal Schools Week. Leaders from affiliated schools and those outside the Diocese of Los Angeles are also welcome.

This year's gathering will welcome the Rev. Ryan Newman, newly appointed executive director of the diocese's Commission on Schools, and celebrate Canon Serena Beeks, retiring executive director.

The Eucharist will begin in St. Athanasius Church at 11:30 a.m., followed by a hosted luncheon in the Johnathan Daniels conference room. Vegetarian meal options will be available.

To register, click here.

The Gathering's September museum trip will focus on Asian American artists

The Gathering - a Space for Asian Pacific Spirituality - invites all to the Chinese American Museum for a tour of its exhibits with special focus on "Collective Resilience - Asian American Artists Honoring Our Community's Strength and Unity" on Saturday, Sept. 17, 11 a.m.

Come explore the Asian American experience and its collective resilience during the COVID-19 pandemic through the perspective of art. The museum visit will be followed by lunch nearby.

The museum is located at 425 N. Los Angeles Street, Los Angeles 90012. More information on the exhibition can be found here.

Additional information for CAM can be found here. Admission fee for adults is $3 (seniors $2). Optional lunch nearby will be at individual expense. Everyone who is interested is welcome to attend.

For additional information, email thegatheringedla@gmail.com.

Sacred spaces will be topic of Sept. 24 seminar

The Center for Spiritual Development will present "Landscapes of the Sacred: Our Own Personal Stories," an exploration of sacred spaces, on Saturday, Sept. 24, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., to be led by Canon Steve Bruce of the Diocese of Los Angeles and Julie Mussché, a spiritual director with degrees in geography. The session will be held both in person and via Zoom

"With the help of Belden Lane’s book Landscapes of the Sacred, we will look at the relationship between sacred, or ‘mystical’ experiences in the context of the places where they occur," according tothe seminar description. "We’ll explore a number of extraordinary experiences documented by Merton, Ignatius and other formative figures and we’ll also look at experiences, including our own, that may on the surface seem ordinary. One of Lane’s axioms is that 'sacred space is ordinary space, ritually made extraordinary.'”

Retreatants will have time to reflect on memorable sacred experiences and the places where they occurred. There will also be opportunities for a reflective garden walk, small group conversation and prayer.

Participants might benefit from reading Lane’s book before attending. The in-person session will take place at St. Joseph Center - Spirituality Building in Orange (address available on registration). All attendees must show proof of vaccination (including boosters, if eligible) to be maskless indoors. Otherwise, masks are required. Registration and information about the program and presenters is here. For questions, call 714.744.3172 or email thecsd@csjorange.org

CSD is a ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph, based in Orange, California. Canon Bruce is a member of their program development team.

Francisco Garcia to teach course in Theology, Justice & Intersectionality for CDSP

The Rev. Francisco Garcia, a Ph.D. candidate and former rector of Holy Faith Church, Inglewood, will present a class on Theology, Justice & Intersectionality this fall for the Center for Anglican Learning and Leadership at CDSP (Church Divinity School of the Pacific), beginning Sept. 12.

"This class will provide students with an introduction to intersectionality as a tool for social analysis and critical theological reflection, as a way to inform liberative praxis in various ministry and community contexts," writes Garcia, who is working on his dissertation at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. "We will engage questions and discussions of race, class, gender, and sexuality as they are treated theologically, emphasizing works from U.S. scholars of color, scholars from the Global South, women, and LGBTQ backgrounds.

"In addition, the course, wherever appropriate, will make connections to historical and contemporary movements for justice and liberation (both within and outside of church/religious settings) that either inform or are informed by intersectional reflection and action. Finally, we will explore theoretical and practical applications to Episcopal/Anglican ministry settings, and invite students to actively engage their own social locations and ministry contexts as they engage the course material."

García serves as an assistant chaplain at St. Augustine’s Episcopal Chapel in Nashville. Informed by his work in community, faith, and labor organizing in Los Angeles and Nashville, his doctoral project entails developing theologies of organizing – rooted in Latinx, Christian and interfaith liberation traditions — that challenge the pressing structural injustices of our time and construct alternatives.

The seven-week courses is open to lay and ordained people; "anyone really interested in the content, including folks in various formation programs," says Garcia. There is a CEU option for those seeking credit.

For information or registration, click here.

Cathedral Choral Academy offers quality music education for children who love to sing

Do you know a child who loves to sing?

The Cathedral Choral Academy at St. John's Cathedral in Los Angeles provides quality music education to girls and boys ages 7 - 14. No previous musical experience is necessary. All children receive a full scholarship. This program meets at St. John's every Thursday, 5 - 7 p.m. (dinner included). The 2022-23 program, which will begin Sept. 8, will include multiple performance opportunities throughout the year. For information, email Stephen Salts, director, at ssalts@stjohnsla.org. St. John's Cathedral is located at 514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles 90007.

A video introduction to the program and its director, Stephen Salts, is here.

Conoce a un niño que le gusta cantar?

La Academia de Coro Catedral provee educacion de calidad musical a ninas y niños de edades 7 – 14, sin importar experiencia muscial previa. Todos los niños reciben beca completa. Este programa se junta todos los Jueves entre 5 - 7 p.m. (cena incluida) comenzando Septiembre 8, 2022 y incluye oportunidades multiples de funciones a lo largo del año. Para mas informacion comuníquese por correo electronico ssalts@stjohnsla.org. La Catedral de San Juan está ubicada en 514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Ángeles 90007.

Q&A: Julia Ayala Harris, new House of Deputies president, on priorities, representation and ‘falling in love’ with The Episcopal Church

By Egan Millard

[Episcopal News Service – September 7, 2022] Julia Ayala Harris’ election as president of the House of Deputies at the 80th General Convention in July was imbued with the energy of historic change. She is the first woman of color — the first Latina — and at age 41, the youngest president in recent memory, elected from the youngest and most diverse slate of candidates ever. A former Roman Catholic, Ayala Harris brings the perspective of a convert who discovered The Episcopal Church as an adult.

Ayala Harris’ path to one of the highest-ranking positions in The Episcopal Church has been a personal and spiritual journey going back two decades. In her 21 years as an Episcopalian, the self-described “church geek” ascended through the church’s leadership, giving her an extensive résumé. She has served twice as a deputy from the Diocese of Oklahoma, a six-year term on Executive Council and over a dozen other leadership positions within The Episcopal Church and her diocese. She has also represented the Anglican Communion at the 2016 United Nations Commission on the Status of Women and is currently representing The Episcopal Church at the World Council of Churches 11th Assembly in Germany.

Ayala Harris, a first-generation Mexican American whose father was an undocumented immigrant, has managed nonprofit organizations around the U.S. and beyond. Among them are programs that provide transitional housing for homeless women and children, permanent supportive housing for people with disabilities, access to the arts, alternatives to incarceration for pregnant women and mothers. From 2005 to 2008, she was an international aid worker in Kenya and South Sudan with Church Ecumenical Action, supporting South Sudanese faith-based nonprofits and dioceses in grant writing, financial management and program design.

Read more here.

Diocese of Mississippi helps bring water to Jackson residents during crisis

By Scott Lenoir

[Diocese of Mississippi – September 2, 2022] In the wake of flooding and water pump problems in Jackson, 160,000 residents are without adequate water pressure or clean drinking water.

Bishop Brian Seage wrote in a message on Aug. 31, “…the Diocese of Mississippi is providing funds to New Horizons Church in South Jackson for distribution of water. They’re perfectly positioned to [distribute] water and their location is on Ellis Avenue off Interstate 20. We’ll be sending an 18-wheeler. Funding for the truck load has come from Presiding Bishop [Michael] Curry and my discretionary fund.”

Seage said anyone wishing to contribute for another load, which costs $8,000 per truck, can make further donations to the bishop’s discretionary fund. On the diocesan website, dioms.org, look for “Giving Opportunities.”

Read more here.

Presiding Bishop Michael Curry to give opening address at Hobart College bicentennial event

[The Episcopal Church – September 6, 2022] Commemorating the 200th anniversary of the founding of Hobart College, Episcopal Church Presiding Bishop—and Hobart graduate—Michael B. Curry will deliver virtual opening remarks at a Sept. 25 panel discussion titled “The Quest for Inclusion: From Bishop John Henry Hobart to Today.”

All are welcome to join via livestream or in person at St. Ann & the Holy Trinity Church and Pro-Cathedral in Brooklyn, New York. The Sunday event is scheduled for 3 to 4:30 p.m. ET (12 – 4:30 p.m. PT).

Panelists will consider what it means and looks like to be an inclusive church, honoring each person as a beloved child of God. The discussion will be informed by the theology and actions of New York’s third Episcopal bishop, John Henry Hobart, who, before his death in 1830 at age 54, invited congregants from all classes, regions, and races; ordained the state’s first Black priest; and founded a college in Geneva.

Read more here.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 11 a.m.

155th Anniversary Ice Cream and Mooncake Festival

Church of Our Saviour

535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel

The event, which will begin after morning worship, will feature treats, tea, and traditional Chinese music. Our Saviour's autumn anniversary roughly coincides with the Chinese Harvest Festival or Moon Cake Festival, which takes place on the 15th day of the 8th lunar month – generally in September or October. The Chinese celebrate with Moon cakes, a special delicacy that resembles the full moon. Members of Our Saviour's Chinese congregation will offer the traditional cakes, and give a presentation on Chinese tea. The event will also feature music on the Guzheng, a Chinese plucked zither or stringed instrument. Since school resumes at about the same time, children will bring their backpacks to be blessed and will enjoy special games and prizes. There will be ice cream for dessert. There is no charge for admission, and reservations are not required.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, 11 a.m.

33rd Annual Church Picnic: The Mutual Ministries of St. Andrew's Torrance, and Christ Church, Redondo Beach

Torrance Park

2001 Santa Fe Avenue, Torrance 90501

The church will provide the main course (including a vegan option), table settings, and drinks. Please bring an appetizer, side dish, or dessert to share. Games for children will be provided. Two raffles will benefit programs at both churches: a prize raffle and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets are available for $1 each. Prizes include tickets to the Hollywood Bowl, to Pacific Park on Santa Monica Pier, to the Aquarium of the Pacific, and for miniature golf. See this flyer for details. The day will begin at 9 a.m. with worship under the trees

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 7 – 8 p.m.

Taizé Prayer Service

Sacred Heart Chapel

480 S. Batavia Street, Orange 92868-3907

Information: 714.744.3172 or thecsd@csjorange.org

Offered in prayerful collaboration between Stillpoint (a diocesan institution) and Center for Spiritual Development (Sisters of St. Joseph, Orange). Slow down and unplug at this hour-long service designed in the style that began in Taizé, Saône-et-Loire, Burgundy, France. This service includes prayer, simple beautiful music, a time for silence and sacred readings. Chants are sung many times over as a prayer of the heart. All faith traditions are welcome. Third Sunday of each month. Covid requirements: proof of vaccination (including booster) and masks.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 4 - 6 p.m.

Inspiring Stories: Discussing Politics In Religious Spaces

The Guibord Center (online event)

Register here

Do we discuss politics in our religious/spiritual spaces and if so, why and how? What are the legal constraints? What kinds of boundaries, if any, should congregations set around political topics? How do we make such talks positive and hopeful instead of righteous and polarizing? Storytellers will include the Rev. Mark England (Christian) and Mohamed Dewji (Muslim).

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 7:10 p.m.

Episcopal Night at Dodger Stadium

Dodger Stadium

1000 Vin Scully Avenue, Los Angeles 90012

After a two-year Covid pandemic-imposed hiatus, Episcopal Night at Dodger Stadium will be back on Friday, Sept. 23. Game time is 7:10 p.m. The home team will play the St. Louis Cardinals, and the game, win or lose, will be followed by fireworks. Ticket sales will be handled by congregational representatives.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 1, 3 - 6 p.m.

Harvest of Hope Festival – 'Come Together for Peace'

St. Aidan’s Episcopal Church

28211 Pacific Coast Highway, Malibu

Tickets here

Information: office@staidanschurch.org

St. Aidan’s Malibu produces its 17th annual Harvest of Hope wine festival. This

year’s theme is “Come Together for Peace” and all funds raised support organizations working

for peace and social justice locally and globally. Suggested donation: $50 per person or $100 per family. Enjoy live music, amazing food, local wines and craft beers, and an exciting silent auction.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2, 5 p.m.

Choral Evensong & Jubilee Commemoration

All Saints’ Church

504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210

310.275.0123, ext.112, or here

In celebration of the Platinum Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. All Saints’ Choir performs "Set me as a seal" by William Walton; Preces & Responses by Richard Ayleward; Magnificat and Nunc dimittis in D by George Dyson; 'Evening Hymn' by H. Balfour Gardiner; "I was glad" by Charles H. H. Parry. A reception will follow the service.

FRIDAY, October 7, 6 p.m.

Movie Nights in the Sacred Garden

Church of Our Saviour (Cleaver Hall)

535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775

Bring a chair or blanket and your favorite treat to watch a family-friendly movie in our the Sacred Garden (located behind the small staff parking lot). Admission is FREE.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 9, 4:15 p.m.

Solemn Evensong

St. James in-the-City Episcopal Church

3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010

Information: 213.388.3015 or here

Choir of St. James’, James Buonemani, director. There is no charge. Livestream and on demand here.

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 15, 9 a.m. 4 p.m.

Mutual Ministry Retreat:

St. Andrew's Torrance, and Christ Church, Redondo Beach

Mary and Joseph Retreat Center

5300 Crest Road, Rancho Palos Verdes 90275

As we enter the fall, life at church, work, and school tends to become busy once again. We recommend that you follow Jesus’ advice and come away… and rest a while! Led by an experienced facilitator, we will gather for worship, and learn various ancient and contemporary methods of praying and meditating, including walking the Labyrinth. This is a day to enjoy nature, renew our bodies, minds, and spirits, and deepen our relationships with one another. The cost, including coffee, tea, snacks and a catered lunch, is $50 per person. Please consider adding a donation to enable a low-income parishioner to attend. RSVP to Mariana at christchurchrb@aol.com or 310.540.1722. A flyer is here.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16, 4 p.m.

Men's Evensong Invitational

St. Luke's Episcopal Church

122 South California Avenue, Monrovia 91016

Sung by the men of St. Luke's Choir and invited guests. Directed by Kent B. Jones.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16, 5 p.m.

Chamber Music Concert I: German Romantic Trios

All Saints’ Episcopal Church

504 N. Camden Drive, Beverly Hills 90210

Information here or 310.275.0123, ext. 112

This program features monumental trios by two of the nineteenth century’s greatest composers; Johannes Brahms and Felix Mendelssohn. Violinist Andrew Sords makes his first live appearance at All Saints’, and is joined by the superb cellist John Walz, and pianist Tim Durkovic in the first concert of the new season. Tickets: $20 ($10 students & seniors). Admission free with Music Guild donor season pass.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2022, 6 p.m.

International Laureates Organ Series: Raúl Prieto Ramírez

St. James in-the-City Episcopal Church

3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010

Information: 213.388.3015 or here

Free. Live-stream and on demand at GreatMusicLA.org.)

Churches continue blood drives

Blood supplies are critically low in California, and congregations in the Diocese of Los Angeles have stepped up to help replenish them by hosting blood drives. Currently scheduled events are listed below.

Additional helpful resources from the American Red Cross:

American Red Cross Donor App information

How to prepare for a great donor experience

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Blood Donation/Drive Fact Sheet

Donors may save up to 15 minutes by completing pre-donation reading and answering health history questions here, rather than filling out forms on the day of donation.

Reservations are requested. All donors and staff will be screened before entering the facilities.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 3, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

St. Ambrose Episcopal Church

830 W. Bonita Avenue, Claremont 91711

Information: 909.626.7170

Reservations here or call 1.800.RED.CROSS (1.800.733.2767)

Sponsor code: stambrose

Appointments preferred; walk-ins welcome

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m.

St. John Chrysostom Episcopal Church

30382 Via Con Dios, Rancho Santa Margarita 92688

Reservations here or call 1.800.RED.CROSS (1.800.733.2767)

Sponsor code: STJOHN (note, no "s")

Questions? Contact Gary and Dena Graves, capgary@cox.net or drdenagraves@yahoo.com

Will your church host blood drives in coming months? Send the information to news@ladiocese.org for inclusion in the calendar. Please include the date, times, location and sponsor code.

EMPLOYMENT

Listings may be sent to news@ladiocese.org. There is no charge.

NEW LISTING

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA: Office Assistant. St. John’s Episcopal School, an independent Episcopal school in Rancho Santa Margarita for students 8 weeks old through 8th grade, is hiring a full-time Office Assistant to provide administrative and clerical support to maintain an efficient office environment. Full-time; 12-month. Full job description here.  Apply through the website here.

CONTINUING

ALTADENA: Interim Preschool Director. Saint Mark’s School seeks an inspiring and innovative Interim Preschool Director for the 22/23 school year who will ensure the continued excellence and distinction of our program for children ages 2 year, 9 months through 5 years old. The Interim Preschool Director will take a leadership role in all areas that support the school’s core mission, including managing the day-to-day operations of the preschool, providing mentorship to the preschool faculty and staff, and ensuring the preschool program provides the highest quality learning experience and environment for the growth and development of children. Full job description here. Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter and current resume to Kelly Mancuso, assistant head of school, at kellym@saint-marks.org. Date posted: Aug. 20, 2022. Date available: immediately.

BUENA PARK: Administrative Assistant, St. Joseph's Episcopal Church. 15 hours/week. Small parish seeks experienced and cheerful person to handle customary reception and business office tasks. Send resume and letter of interest to stjosephs8300@gmail.com

FILLMORE/VENTURA: Community Engagement and Development Coordinator, The Abundant Table, a non-profit, organic certified farm and BIPOC- and women-led worker collective in Ventura County, California that seeks to transform our food system towards justice, liberation, and increased health for all people, while caring for the land and all who tend the land. Community Engagement and Development Coordinator will be responsible to oversee and coordinate the TAT community engagement and development processes, including management; fundraising; community engagement, coordination and development. 30 hours/week; salary and benefits $32,864.Full job description here.

GLENDORA: Organist. Grace Episcopal Church is seeking a professionally trained church organist to be a part of our strong and vital music ministry. The organist will be expected to play for one Sunday service and one choir rehearsal per week, feast days, and for festive concerts. We offer a traditional Rite II service at 10 a.m. on Sundays. The preferred style of music is classical sacred music, ranging from Palestrina to Rutter. The pipe organ is by Manuel Rosales, built in 1977, with a new console in 1980, and substantial reconditioning work in 2016. The organ has two manuals and 26 ranks. The organist will work directly under our choirmaster/director of music in a collaborative manner. Salary: $18,000. Weddings and funerals will provide additional compensation. A full job description is here. Send resume to the Rev. Susan Scranton via email at grace@graceglendora.org or by postal mail at 555 E. Mountain View Avenue, Glendora 91741.

HUNTINGTON BEACH: Parish Administrator, St. Wilfrid of York Episcopal Church. St. Wilfrid’s is an inclusive and welcoming church located in beautiful “Surf City” Huntington Beach, California. The parish administrator is the primary point of contact with the public and manages: office administration, parish record keeping, print and digital communication, social media, tenants and use of space, and provides support to the various ministries. The position reports directly to the rector, and works collaboratively with the staff, vestry, and lay volunteers. To be successful at this position the person must enjoy working independently, anticipate needs, deal with frequent interruptions, and handle confidential information with discretion. A full job description and application instructions are here.

LONG BEACH: Operations Manager, St. Luke’s / San Lucas Episcopal Church. The operations manager is the primary point of contact with the public, manages office administration, parish record keeping, print and digital communication, social media, tenants, and use of space, and provide support with worship. The operations manager reports to the rector, and works collaboratively with the staff, lay volunteers, and wardens. To be successful at this position the person must be able to work independently, anticipate needs, deal with frequent interruptions, be open to grow into the position, and handle confidential information with discretion. Job description is here. To apply, send a cover letter and resume to office@stlukeslb.org.

LOS ANGELES: Administrative Assistant, St. Philip's Episcopal Church. Part time (no more than 15 hours/week). On site as much as possible. Wage: $18/hour. Requires English and Spanish. Full job description here. Contact: Marc Nesbit, senior warden, at bx94860@yahoo.com or the Rev. Thomas Quijada-Discavage at tdiscavage@ladiocese.org.

LOS ANGELES: Coordinator for Refugee Housing, Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service (IRIS). Identify and secure safe, affordable, appropriately furnished housing that meets the Cooperative Agreement for refugee clients. Conduct home visits for safety evaluation and housing orientation with newly arrived refugee clients. This position manages home furnishing donations and coordinates donation drives and deliveries. This position reports to the Resettlement Supervisor. Position will be based out of the IRIS office located at 3621 Brunswick Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90039. The job also entails traveling to and from client appointments, airport pick-up, home visits and other community events, trainings and meetings. Full job description / application instructions here.

LOS ANGELES: Spanish-Speaking Refugee Case Manager, Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service (IRIS). Manage the newly arrived Refugee, SIV and Parolee arrivals in accordance with the Reception and Placement Cooperative Agreement with Episcopal Migration Ministries and the United States Dept of State. This position will work primarily with refugees from Central America as well as other countries. Candidate must be fluent in English and Spanish. This position reports to the Resettlement Supervisor. Position will be based out of the IRIS office located at 3621 Brunswick Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90039. The job also entails traveling to and from client appointments, airport pick-up, home visits and other community events, trainings and meetings. Full job description / application instructions here.

LOS ANGELES: Reception and Placement Refugee Case Manager, Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service (IRIS). Manage the newly arrived Refugee, SIV and Parolee arrivals in accordance with the Reception and Placement Cooperative Agreement with Episcopal Migration Ministries and the United States Dept. of State. This position will work primarily with refugees from Central America as well as other countries. Candidate must speak English and be fluent in Arabic, Armenian, Farsi, and/or Spanish. This position reports to the Resettlement Supervisor. Position will be based out of the IRIS office located at 3621 Brunswick Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90039. The job also entails traveling to and from client appointments, airport pick-up, home visits and other community events, trainings and meetings. Full job description / application instructions here.

LOS ANGELES (ECHO PARK): Credit Union CEO/Manager, Episcopal Community Federal Credit Union. To provide strategic, vision, leadership, and management in all functional areas. Plan, direct and control credit union activities in accordance with credit union plans, policies, directives and activities as established by the Board of Directors. Responsible for ensuring financial stability and member satisfaction commensurate with the best interest of members, staff and credit union. A full job description is here. For more information and to apply, click here.

LOS ANGELES: Preferred Communities Afghan Intensive Refugee Case Manager, IRIS (Interfaith Refugee & Immigration Service). IRIS offers refugee resettlement assistance, intensive case management and immigration legal services to the low-income refugee and immigrant community of the greater Los Angeles region. Responsible for coordinating medical and/or mental health services and provide case management to individuals with refugee and asylum status who have significant physical and/or mental health conditions. The PC Afghan Intensive Case Manager will be part of a specialized team within IRIS that focuses on intensive case manager for the agency’s most vulnerable clients. The position will work to promote self-sufficiency and goal attainment for clients, through connections to ongoing programming and mainstream supports, in compliance with IRIS programs and contract guidelines. This position reports to the Refugee Program Supervisor and IRIS executive director. Full job description and application instructions here.

LOS ANGELES: Preschool Director, St. James' Episcopal School. The preschool director oversees the Grammercy Place Preschool and is the supervisor for the St. Andrew’s Place preschool site director. The preschool director is responsible for curriculum, evaluation, professional development and parent and family engagement and communications for both preschool campuses. Website is here. Full job description here.

PACIFIC PALISADES: General Maintenance Worker, St. Matthew's Church and School. St. Matthew's is a vibrant community that includes both a Church and a School situated in beautiful Pacific Palisades, Los Angeles. The Director of Facilities and Operations seeks a full time maintenance staff member with maintenance experience. This is a "hands-on" position and the ideal candidate will have repair maintenance and event setup experience, great people skills and a history of providing the highest level of customer service. A full job description is here. Please email resume to HR@stmatthews.com.

RANCHO SANTA MARGARITA: Youth Minister, St. John’s Episcopal Church and School. St. John’s is a community that lives in gratitude for the love and generosity of God. The Youth Minister will have a living commitment to the Gospel of Christ and will value the ethos of the Episcopal Church. From this vantage, the person we seek will share with the youth the transforming love of Christ in real and meaningful ways. The Youth Minister will lead in the creation, development, and delivery of programs that support the spiritual formation and well-being of youths, grades 6 through college, in and from the parish. The minister will model for the youth spiritual growth, ethical insight, age-appropriate theological and interfaith awareness, and engagement in the community with the living Gospel. This minister will also assist greatly in the pastoral care of the youth and their families. This is a part-time position. Request a full job description via email, ca@stjohns-es.org. Submit resume and cover letter to Rev. Christopher Potter via email at cpotter@stjohns-es.org

SOUTH PASADENA: Soprano and Tenor Choir Section Leaders, St. James’ Episcopal Church. To begin September 2022. Section leaders are compensated $32/hr (usually $80 per service) with extra fees for weddings/funerals as required through the year. Music is a vital and celebrated part of the worship at St. James’, a warm, welcoming parish in the heart of South Pasadena. Joined by the volunteer choir of approximately 22 able singers, section leaders are at the foundation of the music program, often featured in solos, motets, and anthems. More about Music at St. James’ is here. A full job description and application instructions are here.

THOUSAND OAKS: Assistant Principal, St. Patrick's Episcopal Day School. Duties include helping with admissions, development, parent relations, student supervision, and program development. Candidate must have a college degree, a teaching credential, and a minimum of five years working in a school. Administrative experience is desirable. If interested, please send resume to nwhitson@stpatricksdayschool.org.

WOODLAND HILLS: Receiving Supervisor, West Valley Food Pantry. The Receiving Supervisor is responsible for coordinating the daily staging and oversight of a drive-through food delivery operation. Empathy and kindness to the clients should be part of this individual’s makeup. The Receiving Supervisor is the Food Pantry’s liaison with donating markets, and should cultivate excellent communication with the market's managers. Relationships with our volunteers is paramount, and a positive demeanor is a necessity. The Receiving Supervisor is responsible for accepting, tracking and inventory of all incoming deliveries and donations, in cooperation with the Warehouse Assistant. Full job description here.