8.00 a.m. Said Holy Eucharist: Rite II (In the Lady Chapel)

10.00 a.m. Sung Holy Eucharist: Rite II (In the Sanctuary)

In-Person and Live Streamed on YouTube | Leaflet

Vestry on-Call: Ms. Heather Kelly

You Matter @ St. John’s Cathedral: Every Member Counts is sponsoring coffee hour this Sunday with a bake sale! The committee will be selling cakes, cookies, and other items to raise funds for other upcoming events they intend to sponsor. Members are encouraged to host coffee hour on a Sunday in the month of their birthday by contacting the Rev. Mel Soriano and using the sign-up sheet when it is posted.

Flowers have been sponsored by the Rev. Melvin Soriano and Mr. Stephen Mulder as they celebrate the twelfth anniversary of their marriage. Please contact the parish office if you wish to learn more about sponsoring Sunday morning flowers.

A Message from the Interim Dean and Priest-in-Charge

Over the past few weeks since Easter, you may have heard talk about you mattering! You do, you know. You matter to us, the good people of St. John’s Cathedral. Every member of St. John’s Cathedral is beloved to this community.

Thank you for being here, with us. Thank you for all the ways in which contribute time, talents, resources and generosity of spirit. When you attend, your presence matters greatly to us. When you’re away, you are missed, and it’s not the same without you.

Church is by definition the people who gather following Jesus. As a people, we reflect the time, place and beauty of the people within, as well as cultural traditions. It’s easy to focus on what could be better, until you realize that the church is simply the people who gather – reflecting the best of us and ways that we fall short. Yet, all things are possible with God. If there is something that’s missing, it’s as simple as naming the wish or want, and working together to make it happen. Whatever needs to change involves the same process to let it go. The work of being the church requires all of you.

During this season of Easter, we invite everyone new and old to gather on Sunday to be the church. This is when we see each other and connect; but, being a follower of Jesus is something we do every day of the week. It is my hope and prayer that as a church we continue to grow in love and strength as we discern how God is calling us to live and be as a community of faith. Come, join us, dream, contribute, laugh, share, offer what’s on your minds and hearts, and be willing to help make it all happen. Anything we wish to make happen is possible together with the Holy One who is with us always.

Jesus kept appearing to his disciples after his death offering his peace. Then, Jesus breathed on them, and said receive the Holy Spirit. “If you forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven them; if you retain the sins of any, they are retained.” Let us be the church we believe that God is calling us to be in Los Angeles, at this time, in this place and reflecting the beauty of the beloved people who call St. John’s their home. You matter to us; it’s never the same without you.

With love and blessings,

Anne+

The Weekly Update

Remembering Edgar Warren

Tuesday, April 28

2.00 p.m.

The congregation will gather in love and gratitude to celebrate the life of Edgar Joseph Warren. Friends and family are invited to come together to remember him with warmth and to be surrounded by one another in care and compassion, drawing strength from the resurrection promise all share in Jesus Christ. Please note the corrected date.

Gardening Ministry Meets

Saturday, May 2

9.00 a.m.

Love fresh air, working with your hands, and helping things grow? Our Gardening Ministry is a great way to serve together while caring for God’s creation. Whether you’re an experienced gardener or just curious, all are welcome. Come dig in, get your hands dirty, and help cultivate beauty, community, and nourishment right here on our cathedral grounds.

New Arrival at the Cathedral

On March 30 a new sacred piece of diocesan furniture made its way over from Echo Park to West Adams Boulevard. Canon for Common Life, Bob Williams, is proudly pictured here next to the 'Dean's Chair' handcrafted in 1924 for the former diocesan cathedral, St. Paul's. Canon Bob has been advocating tirelessly for the chair to return to use at the cathedral. St. Paul's was closed in 1980 after it was determined that earthquake damage was too expensive to be repaired. The chair has been located at Diocesan House, then the Cathedral Center of St. Paul (today St. Paul's Commons) from 1994 to 2026. The chair was created to match the bishop's cathedra which is also pictured and was moved to St. John's in 2019. The chair displays the names of previous deans and provosts who have served the diocese since 1901. Later this spring, the listing will be updated to include the cathedral's most recent deans since 2008.

AAPI Heritage Month Celebration

Sunday, May 17

8.00 a.m. and 10.00 a.m.

All are invited at this joyful opportunity to give thanks for the gifts, leadership, and faithful witness of Asian American and Pacific Islander communities in the Episcopal Church.

The cathedral will welcome Alan Murray as guest preacher. Murray is a Singaporean immigrant and a leader in the Episcopal Church at parish, diocesan, and churchwide levels. He currently serves in the Diocese of Oregon and is deeply engaged in work around social justice, governance, and racial equity.

Following the 10.00 a.m. service, members of the AAPI community at St. John’s will host a festive coffee hour. Come gather, share stories, and celebrate together! Contact the Rev. Mel Soriano at 213-747-6285 for more information.

Eaton Fire Collaborative requests donations

[The Episcopal News] The Eaton Fire Collaborative, which runs a free "store" that offers basic household items to any impacted fire survivors, is asking the community for donations, which have dwindled in recent months. Donations can be made by purchasing items from this Amazon wish list that will ship them directly to the store.

The Eaton Fire Collaborative is also seeking volunteers, for two main roles:

Store volunteers to help with stocking and supporting clients when they come to shop.
Warehouse and inventory management support - more lifting, carrying, and sorting to get things ready for display at the store.

Find more information and sign up to volunteer here .

Iconography Workshop

July 27 - August 1

9.00 a.m. to 4.30 p.m.

Experience the unique spiritual world of the Byzantine Era through icon painting. Master iconographer and expert instructor Theodoros Papadopoulos from Greece is leading an intensive course. Participants will be guided step by step through ancient techniques to bring an icon of Christ Pantocrator to life. Beginners and professionals welcome. Tuition is $850 and includes all supplies. Visit Papadopoulos' website for more information and registration.

Episcopal Public Policy Network (EPPN) Action Alerts

Join Episcopalians across the church in the ministry of public policy advocacy through EPPN Action Alerts. Click on an alert; provide your basic contact information; and a pre-written email will be sent to your U.S. senators and representatives urging them to take action on critical legislative and policy issues. Sign up to receive alerts.

LOS ANGELES: Part-time Sexton. St. John’s Cathedral is seeking a part-time Sexton (20 hours per week) to assist with the care and upkeep of its historic campus. This important role helps ensure the cathedral remains a welcoming place for worship, prayer, and local gatherings. Responsibilities include facility cleaning, basic maintenance, event setup, and helping prepare spaces for services and activities. Candidates should be dependable, physically able to assist with light maintenance and setup tasks, and able to work Sundays and major church holidays. Full job description here. To apply, please email.

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