8:00 am Said Holy Eucharist: Rite II (In the Lady Chapel)

10:00 am Sung Holy Eucharist: Rite II (In the Sanctuary)

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Vestry-on-Call: Roma Murphy

Children and Youth Chapel will be available at the 10am service. We welcome the children and youth to the CYF Room after the opening acclamation and return during the peace.

A very happy birthday to Krystal Palma who is celebrating this coming week.

Interim Dean and Priest-in-Charge's Note

On Sunday at 2pm St. John’s is gathering for a memorial and glorious celebration of life and music to remember Hilary Fraser-Thomson, who died on August 19, 2024. Hilary was a beloved member of the St. John’s choir and church for over two decades, singing nearly every service of the year, at memorials and for other special occasions. There are no words to adequately express our heartfelt grief over of her death.

Hilary’s family also feels that it’s important not to gloss over the cause of her death. One of Hilary’s sister, Dr. Sabrina Derrington, gave permission to share her message to us:

Hilary worked so hard throughout her life to overcome and seek help for depression, anxiety, addiction, and the wounds of loss and trauma. That was a brave battle. Her death by suicide shouldn't reflect poorly on her any more than we would blame someone whose cancer recurred after many years of chemotherapy. Hilary always poured herself out for people who were hurting and desperate and I think it would be important to her to name it in a way that invites others to acknowledge their struggles and reminds us to carry one another's burdens.

The importance of sharing this message is to encourage anyone who is struggling with the challenges of life to let us know, and allow us to offer support while seeking professional help. While we do not have the power to make the world right, we do have an advocate and companion through Jesus who is with us at every step along the way on this journey and beyond. God is with us, and God was with Hilary in and through the joys and struggles. There is not one of us who would not have been there for Hilary if we had only known how difficult it was. Please allow this parish family at the Cathedral to be there for you and your loved ones when life is too much.

Let us celebrate the life and love of Hilary, and the ways our lives are forever changed for the good because she is a part of us. We are here for you. I close with prayers from the Anglican Church of Ireland.

God of hope,

we come to you in shock and grief and confusion of heart.

Help us to find peace in the knowledge

of your loving mercy to all your children, especially Hilary.

and give us light to guide us out of our darkness

into the assurance of your love,

in Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

God our strength and our redeemer:

you do not leave us in this life

nor abandon us in death.

Hear our prayer for those in despair,

when days are full of darkness

and the future seems empty of hope.

Renew in them your sustaining strength

for we believe that there is nothing in all creation

that can separate us from your love

in Christ Jesus our Lord.

Amen.

Upcoming

Memorial for Hilary Fraser-Thomson

SUNDAY

2:00 pm

The congregation will conduct burial rites for devoted choir member and parishioner Hilary Fraser-Thomson this Sunday afternoon. A light reception in the courtyard will follow.

Food Pantry Distribution

TOMORROW

8:30 am - 10:30 am

Our Food Pantry distribution is scheduled for tomorrow morning. We are committed to supporting our community by providing fresh produce, canned goods, and frozen goods to families in need. The gates will open at 8:30am, and we will continue serving until supplies last. We invite everyone to come and take advantage of this opportunity to access nutritious food for themselves and their families.

Misinformation in Election Campaigns

The Office of Government Relations for the Episcopal Church reminds us all that everyone is vulnerable to misinformation, making it crucial for everyone to recognize and prevent it. They have three ways for us to be well-informed voters. Number one: diversify your media consumption by choosing a mix of international, left-leaning, right-leaning, and centrist news sources. Number two: verify information using reliable fact-checking websites like FactCheck.org and PolitiFact which specialize in debunking false claims. Number three: whenever possible, go directly to the source of information, watch campaign speeches and debates in full rather than relying on small snippets or summaries that may be biased - rely on contextual coverage that can help correct misinformation shared.

Tea with the Daughters of the King

The DoK will be holding at Tea Party at the cathedral in the Parish Hall. Those who may be interested in contributing tea sets or providing food, including sandwiches or sweets should get in touch with Felicia Gaddis. Please inquire with the church office for contact information.

Dia de los Muertos

Sunday, October 27

10:00 am

The Rev. Canon Anthony Guillen will preach at the 10am service on the last Sunday of the month as the Cathedral community celebrates Día de los Muertos, a day of remembrance and a celebration of the life of the deceased. The holiday is celebrated in many parts of the world, especially in Central and South America where families and loved ones go to the resting place of the deceased and clean the area where the loved one is buried. Families gathered around an ofrenda often pray or reflect upon the life of the deceased. Other common sights include sugar skulls and pan de muerto (bread of the dead), which is a sweet, flavored bread

Community

Thad's at the Cathedral

Sunday, October 27

5:00 pm

Thad’s Church is an eighteen year-old "fresh expression" community in the Diocese of Los Angeles. St Johns is the Cathedral of the Diocese. In an exciting collaboration, St Johns will be hosting a special Thad’s service with a reception to follow. Come experience Thad’s innovative way of gathering in the beauty of the cathedral space including Thad’s unique contemporary music and dialogue based sermon. Childcare will be provided with Halloween themed activities for the kiddos. All are welcome!

Lung Cancer Screening Day

Saturday, November 9

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

Visit Lincoln Memorial Congregational United Church of Christ (4126 Arlington Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90008) for a free lung cancer screening. No registration is required. Inspirational speakers, food and drink, music and games, and vaccination will be available for all. Again, no registration is required and the event is free.

Episcopal Relief and Development

Responding to Hurricanes

Episcopal Relief & Development is in touch with partners in the southeastern US as they meet the needs of people impacted by Hurricane Milton, which made landfall in southwestern Florida on Wednesday, October 9.

Two weeks following the devastating Hurricane Helene, Hurricane Milton has killed at least five people and left over three million people without power. Episcopal Relief & Development is continuing to accompany diocesan leaders as they assess the impact and respond to the needs of their communities over the coming days.

To support hurricane relief, visit the website for Episcopal Relief and Development.

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