February 2, 2020
News
St. Vincent’s Hospital, Los Angeles, recently closed after more than 160 years of service. Community activists, including members of the Los Angeles Council of Religious Leaders, are encouraging Los Angeles city and county leaders to re-purpose the facility to provide housing and support services for the homeless. Photo: Los Angeles Business Journal
L.A. Council of Religious Leaders joins call to repurpose shuttered St. Vincent Medical Center to serve homeless

The Los Angeles Council of Religious Leaders on Jan. 23 joined the call for repurposing L.A.’s recently shuttered St. Vincent Medical Center to provide mental health care, supportive services and housing for the homeless – an effort aided by recent votes of the county board of supervisors and city council. Representing some 6 million people of faith, the religious leaders unanimously signed a letter thanking L.A. County Supervisor Hilda Solis and L.A. City Councilmember Mitch O’Farrell for their advocacy and actions aimed at purchasing the facility, which was forced to close this month after a bankruptcy sale failed.

The religious leaders, who include Episcopal Bishop John Harvey Taylor, pledged their ongoing support of the effort also championed by L.A. Times columnist Steve Lopez.

Read more here.
St. Margaret's School trustee, student are among dead in Jan. 26 helicopter accident
Sarah Chester, 45, a trustee of St. Margaret's Episcopal School, San Juan Capistrano, and her daughter Payton, 13, an eighth-grade student there, were among the nine people who died in a helicopter accident Jan. 26 in Calabasas. Retired Los Angeles Lakers basketball star Kobe Bryant and his daughter Gianna also died in the crash, which has been extensively covered in worldwide media. The other five crash victims were Orange Coast College basketball coach John Altobelli, his wife Keri and daughter Alyssa; Christina Mauser, an assistant basketball coach; and the helicopter pilot, Ara Zobayan, a respected flight instructor. Read more here.
Video of meditation from MLK Day service is now online
A video of the meditation delivered by Devon Carbado (pictured at left) at the Diocese of Los Angeles' 2020 Martin Luther King Jr. celebration on Jan. 18 at Holy Faith Church, Inglewood, is now available on the diocesan website: click here to view.The webcast of the entire service is also available on the diocese's Facebook page here. An Episcopal News story about the event, which was organized by the Program Group on Black Ministries of the diocese, is here.
People
Vice-Chancellor Jeffrey R. Baker receives Fulbright Grant to help develop clinical programs in the Philippines
Jeffrey R. Baker, a professor at Pepperdine University and a vice-chancellor of the Diocese of Los Angeles, has been named to the roster of peer-reviewed Fulbright Specialists through the U.S. State Department’s Fulbright Program, according to a recent release from the university. The Fulbright Program recently approved a grant application from De La Salle University College of Law in Manila, Philippines, naming Baker as their specialist for a two-week project, “Clinical Legal Education Program Development.” The Philippine Supreme Court has adopted a rule that every law school in the country must establish programs for clinical legal education, but very few have existing programs. With De La Salle University College of Law, Baker, who oversees a similar program at Pepperdine, will conduct a needs analysis on its clinical program and other programs in Manila, then consult on program design and development at the law school. De La Salle University and Baker plan to host a workshop on clinical legal education for other law schools and organizations in the country and to consult with law schools outside Manila. The Fulbright Specialist Program pairs highly qualified U.S. academics and established professionals with host institutions abroad to share their expertise, strengthen institutional linkages, hone their skills, gain international experience, and learn about other cultures while building capacity at their overseas host institutions.
For the record:
In an item in the Jan. 26 issue of the Update about the Rev. Norma Guerra's appointment to the board of Cristosol, one of the parishes at which she serves was misidentified. Guerra assists at Church of the Messiah, Santa Ana, and St. Clement's Church, San Clemente. The News regrets the error.
Congregations
TV episode filmed at Holy Nativity, Westchester, to air on Feb. 3
An episode of "9-1-1: Lone Star" filmed in the Community Hall at Holy Nativity Episcopal Church, Westwood, will air on the Fox Broadcasting Network on Monday, February 3, at 8 p.m. "9-1-1: Lone Star" follows "a sophisticated New York cop who, along with his son, relocates to Austin and must try to balance the duties of saving those who are at their most vulnerable and solving the problems in his own life." In the Feb. 3 “Act of God” episode the 9-1-1 teams jump into action to help those in the path of a massive tornado.
Events & Announcements
SAVE THE DATE
Called to the Wall 2020 planned for March 28
Called to the Wall, the annual pilgrimage to the U.S. – Mexico border in support of immigrants’ rights sponsored by the dioceses of Los Angeles and San Diego, will be held this year on Saturday, March 28. Plans are being finalized; watch the Update for more information.
High-school age Episcopalians invited to 2020 Episcopal Youth Event in Maryland
The Program Group on Youth & Young Adult Ministries invites high-school age Episcopalians to consider attending Episcopal Youth Event 2020, which will be held July 7 - 11 at the University of Maryland. Every three years young people from all over the world gather for a week of exploration, prayer and fun. This year's speakers, preachers, workshops and more will be keyed to the theme “Unite! ¡Unámonos!” and to Presiding Bishop Michael Curry's "Way of Love" initiative. To learn more about the event, including costs, scholarships and fundraising and more, and to register, click here.
SAVE THE DATE
Annual Lenten retreat will offer women opportunities to 'pray, play, praise'
"Pray, Play, Praise," the annual Women's Lenten Retreat sponsored by Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce, will be held on Saturday, March 21, 8:30 a.m. - 2 p.m. at Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 1145 Valencia Mesa Drive, Fullerton 92833. The retreat will be "a day to relax, refresh spiritually and enjoy a series of workshops that encourage expansion of the way we relate and connect with each other and God," according to the event announcement. A registration fee of $40 per person includes continental breakfast, snacks, lunch and workshop supplies. Scholarships are available. For information and to register, click here.
End-of-life vigil companion training to be offered in Long Beach
Episcopal Communities & Services will offer "By Your Side" end-of-life vigil companion training in five 2-hour between Feb. 20 and March 19 at St. Thomas' Church, Long Beach. The By Your Side program trains volunteers to be a compassionate presence in the lives of those nearing the end of life. The training will take place on five successive Thursdays, 7 - 9 p.m. There is no requirement for those who complete the program to volunteer as end-of-life companions; however, at the completion of the course a practicum and placement will be offered. The training covers the practical medical, emotional and spiritual challenges of the end-of-life process, and provides participants with the knowledge and empathy to care for those who are dying while respecting all religious or spiritual beliefs. A fee of $70, which includes all materials, is due at the first session. Scholarships are available. For information, see the flyer here, or contact Susan Brown, [email protected] or 626.403.5424 for information.
Reminders
March 7 Ministry Fair to provide wide variety of workshops
Opportunities to learn about a wide variety of church-related topics, plus community worship and fellowship, will be offered at the diocesan Ministry Fair on Saturday, March 7 at Campbell Hall in North Hollywood. All lay and clergy members of the diocesan community are invited to the fair, which will begin at 8 a.m. with coffee and registration. Two morning workshop sessions will be followed by Eucharist. Participants are asked to bring a sack lunch to enjoy during the noon break. The fair will continue with two additional workshop sessions in the afternoon. Applications for additional workshop presenters may be submitted in English here and in Spanish here. Exhibitors from diocesan ministries are also invited to take part in the fair. Campbell Hall is located at 4533 Laurel Canyon Blvd, Studio City 91607. Read more here.
New Echo Park exhibit features paintings by veteran priest Warner Traynham
“Abstractions in Oil,” an exhibit of paintings by the Rev. Canon Warner Traynham, will be on view at St. Paul’s Commons through March 31. Bishop John Harvey Taylor will host an reception on Thursday, Feb. 13, 6 - 8 p.m., in honor of Traynham, who retired 18 years ago as rector of St. John’s, Los Angeles. All are welcome. Selected paintings are available for purchase from the artist. St. Paul’s Commons is located at 840 Echo Park Ave., Los Angeles 90026, with two levels of free secured parking. For further information, email [email protected] or call 213.482.2040, ext. 240. Read more here.
Korean ministry immersion and summit planned
New Community, the multicultural ministries program of the diocese, will continue its series of Asian Immersion conversations in which lay and clergy leaders learn about and engage with Asian cultures and communities, on Saturday, Feb. 1, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The program is titled "Exploring Ministry with Korean Culture and Communities." Hosted by Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce at St. Athanasius Church, Los Angeles (pictured), the event will include presentations and discussions on the Korean communities in Southern California. Participants also will explore how their congregations can be more present to the Korean communities in their neighborhoods. St. Athanasius Church is located at St. Paul's Commons, 840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles. The event is free and includes lunch. For reservations (required), contact the Rev. Peter Huang at [email protected] or the Rev. Yein Kim, [email protected]. A similar event, Chinese Immersion 2.0, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 29, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. at St. Gabriel's Church, 133 E. Graves Avenue, Monterey Park.
Becca Stevens of Thistle Farm to deliver 2020 Stern Lecture in Pacific Palisades
The Parish of Saint Matthew, Pacific Palisades, has announced that the Rev. Rebecca Stevens will be its featured speaker at the 2020 Stern Lecture, to be held at the church on Saturday, Feb. 1. Stevens will also serve as guest preacher at both services on Sunday, Feb. 2. The Stern Lecture will include two talks on Saturday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m., with a break between conversations. St. Matthew’s Church located at 1031 Bienveneda Avenue in Pacific Palisades. The event is free of charge, but advance reservations are requested; email to [email protected] or call 310.454.1358 to confirm space availability. Read more here.
Episcopal Peace Fellowship, St. John's Cathedral invite all to events supporting social justice
Episcopal Peace Fellowship (EPF) will hold two events in early February at St. John's Cathedral, Los Angeles. The first event is a breakfast and planning meeting for a new EPF chapter being formed in the Diocese of Los Angeles on Saturday, Feb. 8, 9:30 a.m. For reservations click here. The second is a presentation by Melanie Atha, executive director of EPF, on Sunday, Feb. 9 at about 12 p.m. (following the 11 a.m. Mass). For reservations, click here. EPF is an 80-year-old organization of The Episcopal Church that is currently working on such topics as gun violence prevention, improving Palestine-Israel relations, immigration, ending the death penalty, the environment and more. There is no charge for either event. St. John's Cathedral is located at 514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles.
The Gathering invites all to discussion of racism, microaggression
The Gathering: A Space for Asian American Spirituality and Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce invite the diocesan community to “‘Won’t You Be My Neighbor?’ A Panel Conversation on Racism and Microaggression” on Saturday, Feb. 8, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. at Church of Our Saviour, San Gabriel. Racism can be blatant but often is experienced as subtle messages and gestures of exclusion. Panelists and participants will engage each other on this topic, focusing especially on the experiences of Asian Americans in Southern California. The panel conversation will feature Khushnud Azariah, Episcopal priest and vicar of St. George’s Church in Riverside; Jason Cha, director of Intercultural Programs, Westmont College; and Nancy Wang Yuen, associate professor of Sociology at Biola University. Erika Bertling, intercultural educator and consultant and a member of Thad’s in Culver City, will moderate the conversation. Read more here.
Workshop on Feb. 15 to consider church's role in civil discourse
“Make Me an Instrument of Peace: A Guide to Civil Discourse,” a workshop addressing the problems of a "polarized, hyperbolic and angry" public conversation, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 15, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at St. Paul's Commons (formerly known as the Cathedral Center), 840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles 90026. The program will be led by Alan Yarborough of the Office of Governmental Relations of The Episcopal Church. Read more here.
Feb. 22 service will honor Absalom Jones, first Black Episcopal priest
A service in celebration of Absalom Jones (1746 - 1818), first African-American priest in the Episcopal Church, will be held on Saturday, Feb. 22 at 2 p.m. at St. Philip's Episcopal Church, 2800 Stanford Way, Los Angeles. The "loving, liberating and life-giving" service, sponsored by the H. Belfield Hannibal chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians, will celebrate Jones' life and ministry with lessons and spirituals. All are invited. Read more here.
Celtic Spirituality seminar with J. Philip Newell coming Feb. 24
Stillpoint: The Center for Christian Spirituality, will present "Listening for the Heartbeat of God: Celtic Spirituality," a seminar with J. Phillip Newell (pictured), on Monday, Feb. 24, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Church of Our Saviour, San Gabriel, 535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775. The program will offer a look at spirituality for today, modeled on the vital characteristics of Celtic spirituality throughout the centuries. The emphasis is on the goodness of creation and of humanity made in the image of God. John Philip Newell, formerly Warden of Iona Abbey in the Western Isles of Scotland, writes, teaches and leads international pilgrimage weeks on Iona. He is the co-founder of Heartbeat: A Journey Towards Earth’s Wellbeing, established to expand sacred vision, deepen spiritual practice, nurture reflective community, and enable action for change. For information visit the Stillpoint website here.
Emmaus to offer February concert, retreat with Celtic flair
Vocalist Deirdre Ní Chinnéide of Inis Mór, Ireland, will offer both a Celtic Concert and a Lenten Retreat Day at Emmaus Spiritual Ministries, a ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Orange. (Canon Stephen Bruce, spouse of Bishop Diane Jardine Bruce, serves on Emmaus's program design committee.) "Journey to the Heart: A Live Concert with Celtic Song & Poetry" will be held on Friday, Feb. 28, 6 - 7 p.m. On Saturday, Feb. 29, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m., Chinnéide will lead "The Spiral and the Cross: Symbols of Hope through Challenging Times - A Lenten Retreat." For more information, or to register for the concert or the retreat (or both) click here.
Annual pilgrimage to Cuernavaca is March 14 - 28
The Diocese of Los Angeles will sponsor its annual pilgrimage to its companion Anglican Diocese of Cuernavaca, Mexico, March 14 - 28. Up to 15 guests can experience Mexican culture, learn Spanish, and visit historical and cultural sites throughout the area. Cost is $3,000, which will cover transportation, lodging, meals, and teaching services; a deposit of $100 is required to confirm a place in the program. Contact the Rev. Laurel Coote ( [email protected]) for information on scholarships. Registration and further information are available here.
SAVE THE DATE
ECW Annual Meeting to be held in Alhambra
The 2020 annual meeting of the Diocese of Los Angeles' Episcopal Church Women will be held on Saturday, March 28 at Holy Trinity & St. Benedict’s Church in Alhambra (pictured at left). According to Christine Budzowski, diocesan ECW president, the board is working to line up speakers and program, which will be announced as soon as they are finalized. For information, contact Martha Watson at [email protected].
From the wider Episcopal Church
Episcopal Church seeks information on formation resources and practices
All practicing Episcopalians invited to participate in survey. Responses requested by Jan. 31
The Task Force for the Formation & Ministry of the Baptized, created by legislation at the 79 th  General Convention, is seeking input from lay and ordained Episcopalians throughout the church about the formation and efficacy of the processes and practices that are being used across the church through the short survey linked in English here , in Spanish here , and in French here .
Traveling the Way of Love Episode 7: Learn
Traveling the Way of Love, Episode 7: Learn, the final installment of the first season of the Way of Love video series from The Episcopal Church Office of Communication, is now available for viewing on The Episcopal Church website (click on Learn) and on The Episcopal Church Facebook page. Hosted by Chris Sikkema, the Office of Communication’s manager for special projects, Traveling the Way of Love shares stories of the ways people across The Episcopal Church practice the Way of Love with each episode highlighting one of the seven Way of Love practices: turn, learn, pray, worship, bless, go, and rest. This seventh episode focuses on Learn. Read more here.
Nuevo Amanecer Conference on Latino/Hispanic Ministries, May 12-15
Nuevo Amanecer, a biennial event that unifies and celebrates the Latino ministries from across The Episcopal Church, will have the honor of hosting Presiding Bishop Michael Curry at their May 12-15, 2020 gathering at Kanuga Conference Center in Hendersonville, North Carolina. Lay leaders, clergy, diocesan missioners, parish staff, church planters, and anyone else interested in expanding their knowledge by sharing best practices and exploring new methods of church growth, discipleship and evangelism, are invited to attend. Speakers include Damaris de Jesús and Bishop José McLaughlin. Read more here.
This week around the diocese
THURSDAY, JANUARY 30, 7 p.m.
Overcoming Negative Thought Habits (second session)
St. Paul’s Church
1221 Wass Street, Tustin
Information: 714.544.3141
In this six-week class, The Rev. David Milligan will guide participants to "identify patterns of self-defeating habitual thinking and lay out a spiritual practice for changing the foundation of our thought processes, creating an energetic shift in our lives."

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Stern Lecture: Becca Stevens
St. Matthew’s Church
1031 Bienvenida Avenue, Pacific Palisades
Information: [email protected]
The Rev. Rebecca Stevens of Thistle Farms will be the featured speaker at the 2020 Stern Lecture, which will include two talks with a break between. The event is free of charge, but advance reservations are requested.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Exploring Ministry with Korean Culture and Communities
St. Paul’s Commons
840 Echo Park Avenue, Los Angeles
New Community, the multicultural ministries program of the diocese, will continue its series of Asian Immersion conversations in which lay and clergy leaders learn about and engage with Asian cultures and communities. Hosted by Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce, at St. Athanasius Church, Los Angeles, the event will include presentations and discussions on the Korean communities in Southern California. Participants also will explore how their congregations can be more present to the Korean communities in their neighborhoods. The event is free and includes lunch. Please reserve a spot ahead of time.
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 7 p.m.
Overcoming Negative Thought Habits (third session)
St. Paul’s Church
1221 Wass Street, Tustin
Information: 714.544.3141
In this six-week class, The Rev. David Milligan will guide participants to "identify patterns of self-defeating habitual thinking a lay out a spiritual practice for changing the foundation of our thought processes, creating an energetic shift in our lives."

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 9:30 a.m.
Episcopal Peace Fellowship Breakfast & Planning Meeting
St. John’s Cathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles
Information/Tickets here
Episcopal Peace Fellowship (EPF) will meet for a breakfast and planning meeting for a new EPF chapter being formed in the Diocese of Los Angeles. EPF is an 80-year-old organization of the Episcopal Church that is currently working on such topics as gun violence prevention, improving Palestine-Israel relations, immigration, ending the death penalty, the environment and more. There is no charge for this event.

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 10 a.m. -12 p.m.
Won’t You Be My Neighbor?
A Panel Conversation on Racism and Microaggression
Church of Our Saviour
535 W. Roses Road, San Gabriel 91775
Information here
The Gathering: A Space for Asian American Spirituality and Bishop Suffragan Diane Jardine Bruce invite the diocesan community to a panel conversation on racism and microaggression. Panelists include Khushnud Azariah, Jason Cha, and Nancy Wang Yuen. Erika Bertling will moderate the conversation.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 12 p.m.
Episcopal Peace Fellowship (EPF) Presentation
St. John’s Cathedral
514 W. Adams Blvd., Los Angeles
Information/tickets here
Melanie Atha, executive director of Episcopal Peace Fellowship (EPF), will host a presentation following the 11 a.m. Mass. EPF is an 80-year-old organization of the Episcopal Church that is currently working on such topics as gun violence prevention, improving Palestine-Israel relations, immigration, ending the death penalty, the environment and more. There is no charge for this event.
This week in liturgy & the arts
FRIDAY, JANUARY 31, 8 p.m.
A Night on the Boulevard Saint-Germain
St. Matthew's Church
1031 Bienveneda Avenue, Pacific Palisades 90272
Information: MusicGuildOnline.org or 310.573.7422
Featuring music of Ravel, Debussy, Bizet and Françaix. Dwayne S. Milburn conducts. Graycen Gardner, featured soprano. Tickets: $35
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 6:30 p.m.
'Welcome Table' LGBTQ+ Community Worship
St. Paul's Episcopal Church
1221 Wass Street, Tustin
Information: The Rev. Kay Sylvester, [email protected]
The evening will begin with food and conversation, continue with worship and conclude with dessert and discussion. Everyone is welcome.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 4:30 p.m.
Solemn Evensong
St. James Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3015
Choir of St. James’, James Buonemani, director.

SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 6 p.m.
Organ Recital: Isabelle Demers
St. James Church
3903 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles 90010
Information: 213.388.3015
Opportunities
TRAVEL & PILGRIMAGE
Central Europe: Oberammergau Passion Play
September 2 - 14, 2020
Join Bishop Guy Erwin of the ELCA and Canon Jim Newman of the Episcopal Church for a 13-day journey across central Europe to Oberammergau, Germany. The day-long Oberammergau Passion Play is produced every decade and is a four-century “thank you” to God for saving the people of this picturesque Bavarian Alpine village. Experience this spiritual event and look at the culture and religion of Poland (Warsaw, Krakow, Auschwitz and Czestochowa), Hungary (Budapest), Czech Republic (Bratislava), Austria (Vienna & the Salzkammergut) and Germany (Oberammergau & Munich). Cost is $4,899 from Los Angeles including $450 taxes/airline surcharges.) Information: Jim Newman, 3590 Grand View Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90066; 310.391.5522 or 888.802.6722; [email protected]. A full itinerary is here.

EMPLOYMENT
Listing information may be sent to [email protected]. Some documents, such as full job descriptions, are stored in an online Dropbox folder. It is not necessary to have a Dropbox account to download the files: select "Continue download" if the program invites you to create an account.

ALTADENA: Director of Christian Formation (all ages). St. Mark’s Church. Half-time with benefits; salary commensurate with experience. Director of Christian Formation will work with the rector, staff, and the Formation Committee to develop and implement a coordinated program of formation for all members of Saint Mark’s Church. A full job description is here. Contact: the Rev. Carri Patterson Grindon at [email protected]

BEVERLY HILLS: Chief of Staff, All Saints Church. The chief of staff manages all business and administrative affairs necessary to support All Saints’ ministries. Primary areas of responsibility include: finance, human resources, buildings and grounds, information technology, office administration, stewardship, communications and membership database. A full job description is here. Contact: [email protected]

BEVERLY HILLS: Assistant to the Rector, All Saints Church. The assistant to the rector supports the Rector administratively so that she may lead the parish most effectively. Responsibilities include calendar, scheduling, travel management, correspondence, meeting management, keeping parish records, etc. A full job description Is here. Contact: [email protected].

LOS ANGELES: Receptionist/Administrative Support, Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles. This role is unique and very important to the ministry of the diocese, being the first face and voice of communication representing the bishops and staff and the ministries that take place at St. Paul’s Commons. Full job description is here. Contact: Canon Anilin Collado, Human Resources manager, [email protected].

LOS ANGELES: Senior Accountant. The Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles is seeking an experienced senior accountant who is well versed in fund accounting, budgeting, financial statement preparation, and internal controls. The ideal candidate is a hard worker who can easily navigate new financial accounting software systems, who communicates well, works well in a variety of situations, and who has a servant heart. A full job description is here. Send resume and cover letter to [email protected].

OJAI: Organist/Choir Director. St. Andrew’s Church is seeking an experienced person well-versed in both organ and choral conducting skills. This is a part-time, contracted position, and compensation is commensurate with experience. Individuals who have excellent musicianship, can work both independently and collaboratively, are creative, and demonstrate strong leadership skills are encouraged to apply. More information is here.

PASADENA: Building and Grounds Manager, All Saints Church. The manager has responsibility for supervision of a staff of eight full-time and part-time employees; for planning, organizing and directing campus maintenance, repairs and major events; and for managing annual budgets for the department. Fully bilingual (English and Spanish) preferred. Full job description and application instructions are here.

SANTA BARBARA: Director of Music Ministries. All Saints-by-the-Sea Episcopal Church is seeking a full-time Director of Music Ministries/Organist or part-time Director of music ministries versatile in both modern and traditional sacred music. This position can be held by one person or by two people (distinct director of music ministries and organist). Application period closes on Monday, March 1. A full job description with application instructions is here.

SIERRA MADRE: Ministry Intern at Church of the Ascension. Seeking a driven and organized part-time ministry intern, 5(+) hours/week (Sunday mornings from 7:45-12:45). Job duties include assisting Minister to Young Persons with childcare and various youth service activities. As-needed assistance with various kitchen maintenance duties (including coffee hour duties and kitchen upkeep.) Submit resume and cover letter to: [email protected], ATTN: The Rev. Canon Michael A. Bamberger.