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8.00 a.m. Sung Holy Eucharist: Rite II (In the Lady Chapel)
10.00 a.m. Sung Holy Eucharist: Rite II (In the Main Sanctuary)
In-Person and Live Streamed on YouTube | Leaflet
Vestry on-Call: Ms. Suzanne Papp
Children and Youth Chapel will be available at the 10.00 a.m. service. We welcome the children and youth to the CYF Room after the opening acclamation and return during the peace.
Flowers have been sponsored this Sunday in celebration of Earl Mounger's birthday.
Coffee hour has been sponsored by Canon Earl Mounger. Consider sponsoring coffee hour one Sunday in the month of your birthday. Use the sign-up sheet in the fountain courtyard or contact the Rev. Mel Soriano.
Happy Birthday to all members of the congregation who are celebrating this week including Earl Mounger, James Scott, Susan Joy Edwards, and Mary Gleason.
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Office Closed: Labor Day
Monday, September 1
"All-loving God, you have so linked our lives one with another that all we do affects, for good or ill, all other lives: So guide us in our labor and leisure that it may be for the common good of all Creation; and, as we seek the proper share for all, make us supportive of the rightful needs of all creatures who live and love on this earth; through Jesus the Wisdom of Creation, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen."
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Art and Architecture Luncheon: Tickets NOW AVAILABLE!
Saturday, October 4
12.30 p.m.
Luncheon tickets are $50.00 and are currently available for purchase as the cathedral celebrates the 100th anniversary of our sanctuary. Please support our first Centennial Celebration Event!
"With its exterior facade patterned after the Church of San Pietro in Tuscania and its ceiling echoing that of San Miniato Basilica in Florence, the sanctuary was designed by local architect brothers Francis Pierpont Davis and Walter S. Davis. Interior appointments include a distinctive altar triptych; extensive mosaics, marble panels, stained glass, and the bishop’s hand-carved cathedra (official seat). The 1925 sanctuary was built to replace a wooden church that our parish, founded in 1890, had outgrown. St. John’s was named the diocese’s pro-cathedral in 2007."
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Psalms Class Continues
Wednesday, September 3
6.00 p.m.
Spiritually deep dive into the Book of Psalms - Scripture's ancient prayer book that gives voice to the full range of human emotion. From lament to joy, trust to thanksgiving, the Psalms help the reader to pray honestly and live faithfully. We will explore: Whether you're new to the Psalms or returning with fresh eyes, all are welcome. Bring a Bible, a journal, and an open heart.
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Gardening Ministry Meets
Saturday, September 6
9.00 a.m. - 11.00 a.m.
Come foster a loving, liberating, and life-giving relationship with creation at our monthly gardening ministry. Participants will weed, cut, prune, fertilize, plant, mulch, and water. Stories and gardening tips will be shared! Feel free to bring your favorite tools but know there are a few on site that you can borrow!
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Australian Archbishop to Preach
September 7
10.00 a.m.
There will be one service at 10.00 a.m. on September 7. The Most Reverend Jeremy Greaves, Archbishop of Brisbane, will join the congregation as preacher.
The Most Reverend Jeremy Greaves was ordained a Deacon in 1997 and a Priest in 1998 and has held a number of appointments in South Australia and the Northern Territory including Dean of Christ Church Cathedral in Darwin and Administrator of the Diocese of the Northern Territory.
Archbishop Greaves came to Queensland in 2013 as Rector of Buderim Parish. He was appointed Bishop of the Northern Region in 2017.
Archbishop Greaves is passionate about finding ways for the Church to engage with the wider community, be a respectful participant in public discourse and continue to be a place where everyone is welcome.
Archbishop Greaves is married to Josie and they have three children.
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Canterbury USC: 90th Anniversary
Sunday, September 14
10.00 a.m.
St. John’s will be filled with joy, gratitude, and community spirit as all celebrate 90 years of Canterbury USC.
Canterbury USC began at St. John’s in 1934 and has been a spiritual home for USC students for nearly a century - nurturing faith, fostering friendships, and equipping young leaders to serve in the world.
This anniversary is not just a look back, it’s a celebration of all that God is doing through Canterbury USC today. Thanks will be given for the generations of students, chaplains, and supporters who have been part of this ministry, and attendees will pray for the future God is unfolding.
Come and join the celebration! Whether you’re an alum, a current student, a longtime member of St. John’s, or simply someone who loves seeing young adults grow in faith, members would love to welcome you. Stay after the service for fellowship and refreshments as all continue the celebration together.
Honor the past, rejoice in the present, and step with hope into the future together.
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Feel the Spirit Moving: A special evening of spirituals, stories, and strength with The Charles Lane Ensemble (Guibord Center)
Saturday, September 20
7.00 p.m.
Get ready for an unforgettable evening that will lift your heart, tap your toes, and move your spirit.
Through music and story, we’ll honor the legacy of the Spirituals—songs rooted in pain, powered by faith, and rich with history. These songs weren’t just music; they were lifelines, roadmaps to freedom, and bold acts of resistance.
You’ll hear the familiar call: “Wade in the water…”—and feel it stir your soul.
And for the first time, this spiritual journey will come alive through dance. Expect at least one stunning dance piece—perhaps more—as part of this immersive experience.
This isn’t just a concert. It’s a call to solidarity—a time to gather strength, resist the wave of cruelty sweeping the country, and stand firm in love and support for one another. It’s a space to reflect, rejoice, breathe deeply, and rise together.
This isn’t just a concert. It’s a celebration. A remembrance. A revival. REGISTER NOW
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Belize Day at the Cathedral
Sunday, September 21
10.00 a.m.
The cathedral community will celebrate The battle of St. George’s Caye and the 44th anniversary of Belize's independence from Great Britain with ONE SERVICE AT 10.00 a.m., the traditional pomp, and guest preaching that many have come to expect. Come and enjoy a day filled with culture, community, and celebration.
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Shepherd's Cup Golf Classic
Monday, September 15
For the first time, the Shepherd's Cup golf classic will include a golf kick-off at Eagle Glen, Corona the evening before the tournament (Sunday, Sept. 14). Participants are invited to stay at the Hampton Inn and Suites at a special tournament rate then gather at the golf course at 5 p.m. for early registration, goody bag pick-up and camaraderie among the committee and friends. The tournament supports long term fire relief through the One Body & One Spirit Annual Appeal so it will be a fun day with a very important cause. Visit the Shepherd's Cup site to register your foursome or to learn more.
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Climate Ambassador Program
Saturday, September 27
8.30 a.m. - 11.30 a.m.
The Episcopal Church has partnered with Blessed Tomorrow and eight other Christian denominations to offer online training for people of faith ready to respond to the climate crisis with hope, courage, and action. Individuals who complete the training will be invited to join Blessed Tomorrow’s Climate Ambassador program, a national network offering resources, events, and connections. The Episcopal Church has participated annually in this ecumenical training since 2022; Episcopal modules are available to those who enroll in the training. REGISTER
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Sacred Resistance seeks donations
The immigration justice ministry of the Diocese of Los Angeles is organizing donations for families affected by ICE raids, seeking shelf-stable food donations, personal hygiene items, household essentials, and baby products, in addition to financial donations. In-kind donations may be made at 6125 Carlos Ave, Los Angeles, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, and between 11 a.m. and 5 p.m. on Wednesdays. Financial donations may be made through St. Stephen's Episcopal Church in Hollywood via PayPal or Venmo to @ststephenshollywood.
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Responding to Israel-Hamas War
Make an urgent tax-deductible donation to Episcopal Relief & Development's Middle East Fund today. Your gift to the Middle East Fund will support the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem as they offer ongoing emergency and mental health services as well as access to education to those impacted by the current crisis in Gaza and the West Bank. Through your generosity, we are able to provide critical support as our partners adapt to changing needs in the region.
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Volunteer for IRIS Today
As the diocesan immigration justice ministry, Interfaith Refugee and Immigration Service (IRIS), continues to serve after the loss of its federal funding, the organization is exploring new partnerships and offering new volunteer opportunities to support immigrants and refugees in the Los Angeles area. Due to decreased staffing and capacity, IRIS is not currently training direct service volunteers but is welcoming volunteers to help out at the organization in a variety of other ways. Possible volunteer ideas include assembling “Essentials Kits” and organizing drives for essential items for immigrant and refugee families, organizing fundraiser events for IRIS, facilitating workshops for clients, and more. For further information and to get involved, visit the IRIS volunteer page.
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