Bishops Suffragan Ordination and Consecration: May 15
Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles
Bishops Suffragan Ordination and Consecration
All are invited; no tickets needed for admission.
Date & Time: Saturday, May 15, 2010
Doors open at 12 noon
12:30 p.m. Celebration Gathering – featuring music and dance highlighting the cultural diversity of our diocesan community
1:30 p.m. Liturgy for the Ordination and Consecration of Bishops Suffragan
Clergy and other participants are asked to arrive by 12:30 p.m.
Location: Long Beach Arena – located in the Long Beach Convention Center Complex, 300 Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, California (90802). Seating capacity for the liturgy will be at least 6,700.
The Arena building is covered by one of the world’s largest murals, “Planet Ocean,” a fabulous array of marine life by environmental artist Wyland. The Arena is the large round blue building often mistaken for the aquarium.
Travel Directions: www.longbeachcc.com.The Long Beach Convention Center, site of the Long Beach Arena, is easily accessible via the Metro Blue Line. More about the Blue Line is here. The Blue Line links with the Red Line (San Fernando/Valley/Hollywood/Downtown) and the Green Line (L.A. Airport/Westside/Norwalk/Lakewood). Various groups and individuals are planning to take the Metro on May 15.
Parking: Ample parking is available at the Long Beach Arena/Convention Center; rate is $10 per car. Special parking areas are reserved for drivers and passengers with disabilities, and for busses.
Nearest Airports: Long Beach Airport (LGB) is nearest. Super Shuttle from Long Beach Airport to Convention Center is approximately $17. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Orange County Airport (SNA) are also suitable for arrivals and departures.
Hotel Arrangements: Special guest room rates are available (until sold out) at the Westin, Long Beach, 333 E. Ocean Blvd. Please state you are with the Episcopal Church to secure that rate. Phone the hotel directly at 562.436.3000. Other nearby hotels include the Hyatt and Renaissance.
Lunch/Snacks/Coffee will be available at the Long Beach Arena – light lunch, snacks, coffee and soft drinks. There are many other restaurants within walking distance of the Arena should you wish to come early and have a nice lunch.
Liturgy Highlights: We are honored that Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori will officiate as chief consecrator. Diocesan Bishop J. Jon Bruno will preach the homily.
Diocesan-wide Choir is being recruited. If you or your choir wish to participate, please contact David York at music@stjohnsla.org.
Acolytes: Bloy House Seminarians will serve as acolytes.
Banners/Stands: We encourage church banners to be brought for display. We will not process with them. Any other church-related banners – Sunday school, organizations, etc. All are welcome. You must bring your own stand for any banner.
Lay Attire: Sunday Best / festive native dress
Clergy Attire: Cassock, surplice, and red stoles; Bishops -- rochet, chimere, tippet
Visiting Clergy are welcome to vest and to walk in procession; please email bishopsoffice@ladiocese to register in advance.
Offering: The offering received during the service will be designated for the discretionary accounts of the new Bishops Suffragan.
Greeting the New Bishops Suffragan: We anticipate the new Bishops Suffragan will be available for a limited time to greet attendees after the service.
Photography: Please limit photography and do not use flash in the Arena; it is very disruptive during the Liturgy.
Media: Application for credentialing is required for all media representatives; see link on diocesan home page, http://www.ladiocese.org.
Live Webcast & Video on Demand: There will be limited live video streaming available with priority to out-of-state viewers. To arrange access, please email webcast@ladiocese.org. After the liturgy, on-demand viewing will be available via the diocesan web site.
Translation into Spanish, American Sign Language Interpretation: The liturgy will be both translated into Spanish and interpreted in American Sign Language live on site. Persons wishing translation or interpretation should check in at the Arena Hospitality Desk for special seating. For Spanish translation, wireless headsets will be provided on loan.
Gifts from Congregations: Is your parish or mission considering a parish gift to help defray the cost of this event? Contributions may be forwarded by check payable to the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles and designated for the May 15 liturgy. Send to Cathedral Center, P.O Box 512164, Los Angeles, CA 90051.
Gifts from Individuals are most welcome to help defray the cost of this event. Contributions may be forwarded by check payable to the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles and designated for the May 15 liturgy.
Special Seating: There will be reserved seating blocks for the following groups. Please check in on site at the Hospitality Desk, and ushers will guide you to these areas.
Guests of Bishop-elect Diane Jardine Bruce
Guests of Bishop-elect Mary Douglas Glasspool
Clergy of the Diocese, and Visiting Clergy
Bishops of the Church, and spouses
Invited civic/interfaith/ecumenical guests.
People with mobility or hearing impairments
Elected officers and staff of the Diocese
Members of Executive Council
Heads of schools/academic representatives
Representatives of diocesan institutions, organizations and agencies
Volunteers: Come join in and be a part of this exciting event in our Diocese. Please contact Lynn Headley at lynnheadleygc@earthlink.net. We have a current need for experienced ushers. Thank you.
Link: http://www.ladiocese.org/ordination-consecration-may15.html
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Thursday, April 22, 2010
Invitation to SPECIAL PARISH FORUM: Sunday, May 2
Dear colleague stewards of God's abundant graces:
Greetings in the name of the Risen Lord.
I write to officially invite you to our next PARISH FORUM, scheduled for Sunday, May 2, 2010 immediately following Mass. This meeting is a follow-up on our Annual Parish Meeting held in January. We will hear, discuss and take action on the report from the Special Focus Group appointed by the Vicar, to work out a blue print on what impact our current financial situation will have on the mission, vision and ministries of this parish in the coming years.
Agenda:
1. The current state of our affairs [finances; loss of support by the diocese/repayment of rectory rehabilitation loan].
2. How/which ways we need to grow: finances and ministries.
3. Going forward in the “process of becoming Christ” and a community of faith in hope.
Our current financial situation looks dire but our faith is unshaken and very strong; we may be a small congregation but the potential for working for God and sharing his abundance with all creation is great. We need to hear your voice in how to “re-tool” our parish so we can continue to exercise ministry and be God’s healing and reconciling presence in this community.
Your parish needs your voice to be heard and your presence in order to benefit from our shared wisdom and personal commitment to the cause of Christ and his gospel.
In the meantime, I urge you to pray for this parish, its leadership, people and its ministries.
See you at Mass and the PARISH FORUM on Sunday, May 2.
Colleague steward of God’s abundant graces:
Fr. Vincent Shamo
Vicar
http://www.stmarypalms.org/
Greetings in the name of the Risen Lord.
I write to officially invite you to our next PARISH FORUM, scheduled for Sunday, May 2, 2010 immediately following Mass. This meeting is a follow-up on our Annual Parish Meeting held in January. We will hear, discuss and take action on the report from the Special Focus Group appointed by the Vicar, to work out a blue print on what impact our current financial situation will have on the mission, vision and ministries of this parish in the coming years.
Agenda:
1. The current state of our affairs [finances; loss of support by the diocese/repayment of rectory rehabilitation loan].
2. How/which ways we need to grow: finances and ministries.
3. Going forward in the “process of becoming Christ” and a community of faith in hope.
Our current financial situation looks dire but our faith is unshaken and very strong; we may be a small congregation but the potential for working for God and sharing his abundance with all creation is great. We need to hear your voice in how to “re-tool” our parish so we can continue to exercise ministry and be God’s healing and reconciling presence in this community.
Your parish needs your voice to be heard and your presence in order to benefit from our shared wisdom and personal commitment to the cause of Christ and his gospel.
In the meantime, I urge you to pray for this parish, its leadership, people and its ministries.
See you at Mass and the PARISH FORUM on Sunday, May 2.
Colleague steward of God’s abundant graces:
Fr. Vincent Shamo
Vicar
http://www.stmarypalms.org/
Bishops Suffragan Ordination and Consecration: May 15
Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles
Bishops Suffragan Ordination and Consecration
All are invited; no tickets needed for admission.
Date & Time: Saturday, May 15, 2010
Doors open at 12 noon
12:30 p.m. Celebration Gathering – featuring music and dance highlighting the cultural diversity of our diocesan community
1:30 p.m. Liturgy for the Ordination and Consecration of Bishops Suffragan
Clergy and other participants are asked to arrive by 12:30 p.m.
Location: Long Beach Arena – located in the Long Beach Convention Center Complex, 300 Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, California (90802). Seating capacity for the liturgy will be at least 6,700.
The Arena building is covered by one of the world’s largest murals, “Planet Ocean,” a fabulous array of marine life by environmental artist Wyland. The Arena is the large round blue building often mistaken for the aquarium.
Travel Directions: www.longbeachcc.com.The Long Beach Convention Center, site of the Long Beach Arena, is easily accessible via the Metro Blue Line. More about the Blue Line is here. The Blue Line links with the Red Line (San Fernando/Valley/Hollywood/Downtown) and the Green Line (L.A. Airport/Westside/Norwalk/Lakewood). Various groups and individuals are planning to take the Metro on May 15.
Parking: Ample parking is available at the Long Beach Arena/Convention Center; rate is $10 per car. Special parking areas are reserved for drivers and passengers with disabilities, and for busses.
Nearest Airports: Long Beach Airport (LGB) is nearest. Super Shuttle from Long Beach Airport to Convention Center is approximately $17. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Orange County Airport (SNA) are also suitable for arrivals and departures.
Hotel Arrangements: Special guest room rates are available (until sold out) at the Westin, Long Beach, 333 E. Ocean Blvd. Please state you are with the Episcopal Church to secure that rate. Phone the hotel directly at 562.436.3000. Other nearby hotels include the Hyatt and Renaissance.
Lunch/Snacks/Coffee will be available at the Long Beach Arena – light lunch, snacks, coffee and soft drinks. There are many other restaurants within walking distance of the Arena should you wish to come early and have a nice lunch.
Liturgy Highlights: We are honored that Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori will officiate as chief consecrator. Diocesan Bishop J. Jon Bruno will preach the homily.
Diocesan-wide Choir is being recruited. If you or your choir wish to participate, please contact David York at music@stjohnsla.org.
Acolytes: Bloy House Seminarians will serve as acolytes.
Banners/Stands: We encourage church banners to be brought for display. We will not process with them. Any other church-related banners – Sunday school, organizations, etc. All are welcome. You must bring your own stand for any banner.
Lay Attire: Sunday Best / festive native dress
Clergy Attire: Cassock, surplice, and red stoles; Bishops -- rochet, chimere, tippet
Visiting Clergy are welcome to vest and to walk in procession; please email bishopsoffice@ladiocese to register in advance.
Offering: The offering received during the service will be designated for the discretionary accounts of the new Bishops Suffragan.
Greeting the New Bishops Suffragan: We anticipate the new Bishops Suffragan will be available for a limited time to greet attendees after the service.
Photography: Please limit photography and do not use flash in the Arena; it is very disruptive during the Liturgy.
Media: Application for credentialing is required for all media representatives; see link on diocesan home page, http://www.ladiocese.org.
Live Webcast & Video on Demand: There will be limited live video streaming available with priority to out-of-state viewers. To arrange access, please email webcast@ladiocese.org. After the liturgy, on-demand viewing will be available via the diocesan web site.
Translation into Spanish, American Sign Language Interpretation: The liturgy will be both translated into Spanish and interpreted in American Sign Language live on site. Persons wishing translation or interpretation should check in at the Arena Hospitality Desk for special seating. For Spanish translation, wireless headsets will be provided on loan.
Gifts from Congregations: Is your parish or mission considering a parish gift to help defray the cost of this event? Contributions may be forwarded by check payable to the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles and designated for the May 15 liturgy. Send to Cathedral Center, P.O Box 512164, Los Angeles, CA 90051.
Gifts from Individuals are most welcome to help defray the cost of this event. Contributions may be forwarded by check payable to the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles and designated for the May 15 liturgy.
Special Seating: There will be reserved seating blocks for the following groups. Please check in on site at the Hospitality Desk, and ushers will guide you to these areas.
Guests of Bishop-elect Diane Jardine Bruce
Guests of Bishop-elect Mary Douglas Glasspool
Clergy of the Diocese, and Visiting Clergy
Bishops of the Church, and spouses
Invited civic/interfaith/ecumenical guests.
People with mobility or hearing impairments
Elected officers and staff of the Diocese
Members of Executive Council
Heads of schools/academic representatives
Representatives of diocesan institutions, organizations and agencies
Volunteers: Come join in and be a part of this exciting event in our Diocese. Please contact Lynn Headley at lynnheadleygc@earthlink.net. We have a current need for experienced ushers. Thank you.
Link: http://www.ladiocese.org/ordination-consecration-may15.html
Bishops Suffragan Ordination and Consecration
All are invited; no tickets needed for admission.
Date & Time: Saturday, May 15, 2010
Doors open at 12 noon
12:30 p.m. Celebration Gathering – featuring music and dance highlighting the cultural diversity of our diocesan community
1:30 p.m. Liturgy for the Ordination and Consecration of Bishops Suffragan
Clergy and other participants are asked to arrive by 12:30 p.m.
Location: Long Beach Arena – located in the Long Beach Convention Center Complex, 300 Ocean Blvd., Long Beach, California (90802). Seating capacity for the liturgy will be at least 6,700.
The Arena building is covered by one of the world’s largest murals, “Planet Ocean,” a fabulous array of marine life by environmental artist Wyland. The Arena is the large round blue building often mistaken for the aquarium.
Travel Directions: www.longbeachcc.com.The Long Beach Convention Center, site of the Long Beach Arena, is easily accessible via the Metro Blue Line. More about the Blue Line is here. The Blue Line links with the Red Line (San Fernando/Valley/Hollywood/Downtown) and the Green Line (L.A. Airport/Westside/Norwalk/Lakewood). Various groups and individuals are planning to take the Metro on May 15.
Parking: Ample parking is available at the Long Beach Arena/Convention Center; rate is $10 per car. Special parking areas are reserved for drivers and passengers with disabilities, and for busses.
Nearest Airports: Long Beach Airport (LGB) is nearest. Super Shuttle from Long Beach Airport to Convention Center is approximately $17. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Orange County Airport (SNA) are also suitable for arrivals and departures.
Hotel Arrangements: Special guest room rates are available (until sold out) at the Westin, Long Beach, 333 E. Ocean Blvd. Please state you are with the Episcopal Church to secure that rate. Phone the hotel directly at 562.436.3000. Other nearby hotels include the Hyatt and Renaissance.
Lunch/Snacks/Coffee will be available at the Long Beach Arena – light lunch, snacks, coffee and soft drinks. There are many other restaurants within walking distance of the Arena should you wish to come early and have a nice lunch.
Liturgy Highlights: We are honored that Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori will officiate as chief consecrator. Diocesan Bishop J. Jon Bruno will preach the homily.
Diocesan-wide Choir is being recruited. If you or your choir wish to participate, please contact David York at music@stjohnsla.org.
Acolytes: Bloy House Seminarians will serve as acolytes.
Banners/Stands: We encourage church banners to be brought for display. We will not process with them. Any other church-related banners – Sunday school, organizations, etc. All are welcome. You must bring your own stand for any banner.
Lay Attire: Sunday Best / festive native dress
Clergy Attire: Cassock, surplice, and red stoles; Bishops -- rochet, chimere, tippet
Visiting Clergy are welcome to vest and to walk in procession; please email bishopsoffice@ladiocese to register in advance.
Offering: The offering received during the service will be designated for the discretionary accounts of the new Bishops Suffragan.
Greeting the New Bishops Suffragan: We anticipate the new Bishops Suffragan will be available for a limited time to greet attendees after the service.
Photography: Please limit photography and do not use flash in the Arena; it is very disruptive during the Liturgy.
Media: Application for credentialing is required for all media representatives; see link on diocesan home page, http://www.ladiocese.org.
Live Webcast & Video on Demand: There will be limited live video streaming available with priority to out-of-state viewers. To arrange access, please email webcast@ladiocese.org. After the liturgy, on-demand viewing will be available via the diocesan web site.
Translation into Spanish, American Sign Language Interpretation: The liturgy will be both translated into Spanish and interpreted in American Sign Language live on site. Persons wishing translation or interpretation should check in at the Arena Hospitality Desk for special seating. For Spanish translation, wireless headsets will be provided on loan.
Gifts from Congregations: Is your parish or mission considering a parish gift to help defray the cost of this event? Contributions may be forwarded by check payable to the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles and designated for the May 15 liturgy. Send to Cathedral Center, P.O Box 512164, Los Angeles, CA 90051.
Gifts from Individuals are most welcome to help defray the cost of this event. Contributions may be forwarded by check payable to the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles and designated for the May 15 liturgy.
Special Seating: There will be reserved seating blocks for the following groups. Please check in on site at the Hospitality Desk, and ushers will guide you to these areas.
Guests of Bishop-elect Diane Jardine Bruce
Guests of Bishop-elect Mary Douglas Glasspool
Clergy of the Diocese, and Visiting Clergy
Bishops of the Church, and spouses
Invited civic/interfaith/ecumenical guests.
People with mobility or hearing impairments
Elected officers and staff of the Diocese
Members of Executive Council
Heads of schools/academic representatives
Representatives of diocesan institutions, organizations and agencies
Volunteers: Come join in and be a part of this exciting event in our Diocese. Please contact Lynn Headley at lynnheadleygc@earthlink.net. We have a current need for experienced ushers. Thank you.
Link: http://www.ladiocese.org/ordination-consecration-may15.html
Monday, April 12, 2010
2010 EARTH DAY CELEBRATIONS
Beloved of God and of this parish:
Many of you know or have become familiar in recent years of the worldwide Earth Day celebrations held on April 22. As a parish, we have been part of this worldwide event because we believe in and preach a stewardship of all creation. We will join many again this year as we celebrate EARTH DAY on Sunday, April 25.
In the meantime, here are some events in our neighborhood for you to consider taking part in: http://www.earthday.org/events/search/distance/90034
Many of you know or have become familiar in recent years of the worldwide Earth Day celebrations held on April 22. As a parish, we have been part of this worldwide event because we believe in and preach a stewardship of all creation. We will join many again this year as we celebrate EARTH DAY on Sunday, April 25.
In the meantime, here are some events in our neighborhood for you to consider taking part in: http://www.earthday.org/events/search/distance/90034
Friday, April 9, 2010
Weekly UPDATE
Thanks to all [for]:
1. The hard work in getting the church, St. Joseph Hall and the parish grounds ready for Easter.
2. Who joined us in Santa Monica for the inaugural worship service of the Pilgrims-by-the-Sea project.
3. Who prayed for and supported Kaimebreyah Caroline Elizabeth Williams and Matthew Todd Hatchard as they received the sacrament of baptism and, Claudia and Larissa Parada as they made their First Communion on Easter Day.
4. Who have purchased tickets or donated food for the Men of St. Mary BBQ fund-raising event on Sunday, April 11. You can still support this fund-raiser by buy tickets or making a donation to the Men of St. Mary. Please, make checks to "St. Mary" marked "Men's BBQ fundraiser" in the Memo column. Thanks.
PLEASE, MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
1. Saturday, May 15: Ordination of Rev. Canon Diane Jardine Bruce and Rev. Canon Mary Douglas Glasspool as Bishops. Venue is the Long Beach Arena beginning at 1:30pm. For more information, please click on this link: http://episcopalnews.ladiocese.net/dfc/newsdetail_2/178
2. VESTRY MEETING: After Mass on Sunday, April 21 beginning at 11:15am. All Vestry members should endeavor to attend.
3. Saturday, May 29: Diocesan community's au revoir party for Bishop Suffragan Chester Talton and Bishop Assistant Sergio Carranza. Venue is the residence of Bishop Diocesan Jon Bruno. More on this later.
DIOCESAN NEWS:
For regular news from our Diocesan Office, please go here http://episcopalnews.ladiocese.org/
1. The hard work in getting the church, St. Joseph Hall and the parish grounds ready for Easter.
2. Who joined us in Santa Monica for the inaugural worship service of the Pilgrims-by-the-Sea project.
3. Who prayed for and supported Kaimebreyah Caroline Elizabeth Williams and Matthew Todd Hatchard as they received the sacrament of baptism and, Claudia and Larissa Parada as they made their First Communion on Easter Day.
4. Who have purchased tickets or donated food for the Men of St. Mary BBQ fund-raising event on Sunday, April 11. You can still support this fund-raiser by buy tickets or making a donation to the Men of St. Mary. Please, make checks to "St. Mary" marked "Men's BBQ fundraiser" in the Memo column. Thanks.
PLEASE, MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
1. Saturday, May 15: Ordination of Rev. Canon Diane Jardine Bruce and Rev. Canon Mary Douglas Glasspool as Bishops. Venue is the Long Beach Arena beginning at 1:30pm. For more information, please click on this link: http://episcopalnews.ladiocese.net/dfc/newsdetail_2/178
2. VESTRY MEETING: After Mass on Sunday, April 21 beginning at 11:15am. All Vestry members should endeavor to attend.
3. Saturday, May 29: Diocesan community's au revoir party for Bishop Suffragan Chester Talton and Bishop Assistant Sergio Carranza. Venue is the residence of Bishop Diocesan Jon Bruno. More on this later.
DIOCESAN NEWS:
For regular news from our Diocesan Office, please go here http://episcopalnews.ladiocese.org/
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
HOLY WEEK SCHEDULE
Here is the schedule of events for HOLY WEEK and EASTER
HOLY WEEK:
1. MAUNDY THURSDAY: Proper Liturgy begins at 7pm. This service, marking the institution of the Holy Eucharist also include the rite of the foot-washing, the transfer of the sacrament to the altar of repose, the stripping of the altar and private devotions before the reserved sacrament. It is from this reserved sacrament that communion will be given during the Good Friday liturgy. Sign up to watch for an hour or a portion of it between 8pm and midnight.
2. GOOD FRIDAY:
- The Stations/Way of the Cross will be prayed at 12pm.
- The Proper Liturgy begins at 7pm. The Passion Gospel would be sung, the Solemn Collects prayed, and communion given from the pre-sanctified gifts. At the end of the service, please spend some time in private prayer or quietly leave the church for those who wish to continue in prayer. Please, plan on taking advantage of the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Penance this week. For appointment, call the parish office at 310-558-4124.
3. HOLY SATURDAY/EASTER VIGIL:
- This is a parish work day. Morning Prayer will be prayed at 9am.
Three work areas require attention: (a) tidying and getting the church ready; (b) setting up St. Joseph Hall for the post-Mass festive brunch on Sunday and, (c) general tidying up of the immediate areas around the church. Please, plan on spending some time this day to support this project.
- The Proper Liturgy begins at 7pm and include the lighting and blessing of the new fire, procession of the paschal candle, the singing of the Exsultet, the renewal of baptismal vows and first communion at Easter.
EASTER:
Alleluia! Christ is risen. The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!!
Four ways planned to celebrate this day:
1. The solemn Mass of Easter, including baptism of Kaimebreyah Caroline Williams and Matthew Todd Hatchard and reception of First Communion by Claudia Parada and Larissa Parada. Join the Williams, Hatchard and Parada families in giving thanks to God.
2. The festive potluck brunch. Please, sign up and bring your most delicious festive food for Easter.
3. Support the Children's Ministry "Easter-egg hunt" project. Donate easter-eggs and not the easter bunny! Plan on bringing special gifts for the children of this parish.
4. Join Joanna Cory and members of the parish at the 2pm Inaugural Mass for Pilgrims-by-the-Sea - an Open-air Church for All Travelers on Life's Journey - in Palisades Park at Ocean and Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica.
Here is the schedule of events for HOLY WEEK and EASTER
HOLY WEEK:
1. MAUNDY THURSDAY: Proper Liturgy begins at 7pm. This service, marking the institution of the Holy Eucharist also include the rite of the foot-washing, the transfer of the sacrament to the altar of repose, the stripping of the altar and private devotions before the reserved sacrament. It is from this reserved sacrament that communion will be given during the Good Friday liturgy. Sign up to watch for an hour or a portion of it between 8pm and midnight.
2. GOOD FRIDAY:
- The Stations/Way of the Cross will be prayed at 12pm.
- The Proper Liturgy begins at 7pm. The Passion Gospel would be sung, the Solemn Collects prayed, and communion given from the pre-sanctified gifts. At the end of the service, please spend some time in private prayer or quietly leave the church for those who wish to continue in prayer. Please, plan on taking advantage of the opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Penance this week. For appointment, call the parish office at 310-558-4124.
3. HOLY SATURDAY/EASTER VIGIL:
- This is a parish work day. Morning Prayer will be prayed at 9am.
Three work areas require attention: (a) tidying and getting the church ready; (b) setting up St. Joseph Hall for the post-Mass festive brunch on Sunday and, (c) general tidying up of the immediate areas around the church. Please, plan on spending some time this day to support this project.
- The Proper Liturgy begins at 7pm and include the lighting and blessing of the new fire, procession of the paschal candle, the singing of the Exsultet, the renewal of baptismal vows and first communion at Easter.
EASTER:
Alleluia! Christ is risen. The Lord is risen indeed. Alleluia!!
Four ways planned to celebrate this day:
1. The solemn Mass of Easter, including baptism of Kaimebreyah Caroline Williams and Matthew Todd Hatchard and reception of First Communion by Claudia Parada and Larissa Parada. Join the Williams, Hatchard and Parada families in giving thanks to God.
2. The festive potluck brunch. Please, sign up and bring your most delicious festive food for Easter.
3. Support the Children's Ministry "Easter-egg hunt" project. Donate easter-eggs and not the easter bunny! Plan on bringing special gifts for the children of this parish.
4. Join Joanna Cory and members of the parish at the 2pm Inaugural Mass for Pilgrims-by-the-Sea - an Open-air Church for All Travelers on Life's Journey - in Palisades Park at Ocean and Wilshire Blvd, Santa Monica.
Thursday, March 25, 2010
SUPPORT OUR MEN'S BBQ FUNDRAISER
The Men of St. Mary would like to invite you to their annual BBQ fundraiser.
Date: Sunday, April 11, 2010
Venue: The Parish of St. Mary in Palms, 3647 Watseka Ave. Los Angeles. CA 90034
Time: Following Mass beginning at 11am
Suggested Donation: $5 per ticket, plus a few more bucks for seconds
Proceeds will go to support the mission and ministries of this parish including our Outreach ministries.
WE ARE COUNTING ON YOU. Bring the family.
Date: Sunday, April 11, 2010
Venue: The Parish of St. Mary in Palms, 3647 Watseka Ave. Los Angeles. CA 90034
Time: Following Mass beginning at 11am
Suggested Donation: $5 per ticket, plus a few more bucks for seconds
Proceeds will go to support the mission and ministries of this parish including our Outreach ministries.
WE ARE COUNTING ON YOU. Bring the family.
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