Friday, November 23, 2018

Parish UPDATE: Sunday, November 25

Beloved of God and of this parish:

Here's what's happening THIS WEEKEND AT ST. MARY'S:

1.  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24: PARISH WORK DAY: 
  • beginning with Mass at 9 am and finishing at 11:00 am
  • there will be an appropriate task for anyone
  • bring the family, build community

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 25: THE LAST SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST: CHRIST THE KING


2.   MASS SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK: Morning Prayer at 8:45  & Mass at 9 am

  • Monday, November 26: Sojourner Truth & Isaac Watts
  • Tuesday, November 27: Feria
  • Wednesday, November 28: Kamehameha & Emma
  • Thursday, November 29: Dorothy Day
  • Friday,  November 30: ANDREW the Apostle
  • Saturday, December 1: Nicholas Ferrar

3.   BIBLE STUDY on Wednesdays at St. Mary's:
  • Class meets from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
  • We meet in the Sacristy. Enter from the parking lot off Watseka Ave.
  • Our current study is focused on the Gospel according to St. Mark.
  • No previous Bible knowledge required
  • We are using the NIV 2011 translation.  We'll have a Bible for you if needed. 

4. UPCOMING EVENTS

  • DIOCESAN CONVENTION: Friday, November 30 and Saturday, December 1 - Ontario Convention Center
  • SCHEDULE OF CHRISTMAS EVENTS:
    • Monday, December 17: Trimming of our Community Christmas Tree (in the plaza)
    • Friday, December 21: Lighting of our Community Christmas Tree
    • Saturday, December 22: Christmas play - Archangels & Seraphim Ecumenical Catholic Church
    • Monday, December 24:  Christmas Eve: Carol Singing at 10:30 pm; Vigil Mass at 11 pm
    • Tuesday, December 25: Christmas Day: Mass at 10 am

 

5.  CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS OF OUR PARISH
  • On Sunday, September 8, 2019, our parish will by the grace of God, celebrate 100 years of continuous ministry in God's reign and especially in Southern California.
  •  If you are a former parishioner or know of one, please, let us know so we can pray and thank God for you/them by name.
  •  Spread the word. Email: stmaryinpalms@yahoo.com

6.  OF YOUR CHARITY, PLEASE, PRAY (FOR):

  • The Rt. Rev. John Harvey Taylor, Bishop Diocesan, Diocese of Los Angeles
  • all Anglican Monastic communities and for all who are discerning vocations to the ordained ministry and the monastic life
  • continued healing for all who are sick in spirit, mind and body especially Alan (Debora's father); Myra; Presiding Bishop Michael Curry; Fr. Harold Anderson; Bishop Edward Mackenzie; Fr. Mark Stuart; Gerda; Jai Joseph; Anthony Joseph; Rose Quaye; Lyra; Fayetta; Edgar; Adele; Ben; Sr. Rosina; Beatrice Mensah and, Alice Vickers.
  • the repose of the souls of departed former members of our parish, those who lost their lives in the recent fires in California and  all the departed. May they rest in peace.
  • the children and young persons of our parish especially: Natasha, Vincent, Larry Jr, Jeffrey, Simone, Obed, Audrey, Michelle, Yasmine, Charlene, Victor, Jason,  Annabelle, Biko, Amani, Rohan (Andrew), Oscar Antonio, Diego, Ezra, Sebastian, David, Sanaya Evelyn, Brondzie, Senyah, Saulito, William. 


7.   A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU
  • to our partners in ministry 
  • for making the mission and ministries of our parish possible in 2018. May God richly replenish what you generously shared with our parish and its ministries.
  • We pray you would consider partnering us in 2019 to help share God's good news of reconciliation and build the kingdom of God
  • Benefactors: You can also make DONATIONS at our website or include our parish in your  WILL or leave some STOCKS for us. Thank  you.    

8.  FOR NEWS ABOUT
  • the Palms Emergency Preparedness Coalition, please, visit and Like us on Facebook: PepC90034
  • the Diocese of Los Angeles: http://www.ladiocese.org
  • the Episcopal Church:  www.episcopalchurch.org
  • the Palms Neighborhood Council: http://palmsnc.la/

9. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @stmaryinpalms 

Fr. Vincent 
http://www.stmarypalms.org

Friday, November 16, 2018

Parish UPDATE: Sunday, November 18

Beloved of God and of this parish:

Here's what's happening THIS WEEKEND AT ST. MARY'S:

1.  SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18: THE TWENTY-SIXTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST


2.   MASS SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK: Morning Prayer at 8:45  & Mass at 9 am

  • Monday, November 19: Mechtilde of Hackerborn
  • Tuesday, November 20: Edmund, King of East Anglia
  • Wednesday, November 21: PRESENTATION OF BVM
  • Thursday, November 22: THANKSGIVING DAY - Grace Lutheran, Culver City at 10 am
  • Friday,  November 23: Clement of Rome
  • Saturday, November : BVM

3.   BIBLE STUDY on Wednesdays at St. Mary's:
  • Class meets from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
  • We meet in the Sacristy. Enter from the parking lot off Watseka Ave.
  • Our current study is focused on the Gospel according to St. Mark.
  • No previous Bible knowledge required
  • We are using the NIV 2011 translation.  We'll have a Bible for you if needed. 

4. UPCOMING EVENTS

  • Parish Work Day: Saturday, November 24 beginning with Mass at 9:30 am and finishing at 11:30 am
  • Sunday, November 25:
    • baptism of John Mitchell
    • wedding anniversary of John and Vicky Brago-Mitchell
    • celebration of the ministry of Mark Kennedy, our Music Director/Organist
  • Diocesan Convention: Friday, November 30 and Saturday, December 1 - Ontario Convention Center.

 

5.  CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS OF OUR PARISH
  • On Sunday, September 8, 2019, our parish will by the grace of God, celebrate 100 years of continuous ministry in God's reign and especially in Southern California.
  •  If you are a former parishioner or know of one, please, let us know so we can pray and thank God for you/them by name.
  •  Spread the word. Email: stmaryinpalms@yahoo.com

6.  OF YOUR CHARITY, PLEASE, PRAY (FOR):

  • The Rt. Rev. John Harvey Taylor, Bishop Diocesan, Diocese of Los Angeles
  • all Anglican Monastic communities and for all who are discerning vocations to the ordained ministry and the monastic life
  • continued healing for all who are sick in spirit, mind and body especially Presiding Bishop Michael Curry; Fr. Harold Anderson; Bishop Edward Mackenzie, Ada Obijiaku; Chuka Obijiaku; Gerda; Jai Joseph; Anthony Joseph; Ben Joseph; Rose Quaye; Lyra; Fayetta; Edgar; Adele; Ben; Sr. Rosina; Beatrice Mensah and, Alice Vickers.
  • the repose of the souls of departed former members of our parish, those who lost their lives in the recent fires in California and  all the departed. May they rest in peace.
  • the children and young persons of our parish especially: Natasha, Vincent, Larry Jr, Jeffrey, Simone, Obed, Audrey, Michelle, Yasmine, Charlene, Victor, Jason,  Annabelle, Biko, Amani, Rohan (Andrew), Oscar Antonio, Diego, Ezra, Sebastian, David, Sanaya Evelyn, Brondzie, Senyah, Saulito, William. 


7.   A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU
  • to our partners in ministry 
  • for making the mission and ministries of our parish possible in 2018. May God richly replenish what you generously shared with our parish and its ministries.
  • We pray you would consider partnering us in 2019 to help share God's good news of reconciliation and build the kingdom of God
  • Benefactors: You can also make DONATIONS at our website or include our parish in your  WILL or leave some STOCKS for us. Thank  you.    

8.  FOR NEWS ABOUT
  • the Palms Emergency Preparedness Coalition, please, visit and Like us on Facebook: PepC90034
  • the Diocese of Los Angeles: http://www.ladiocese.org
  • the Episcopal Church:  www.episcopalchurch.org
  • the Palms Neighborhood Council: http://palmsnc.la/

9. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @stmaryinpalms 

Fr. Vincent 
http://www.stmarypalms.org

Friday, November 9, 2018

Parish UPDATE: Sunday, November 11

Beloved of God and of this parish:

Here's what's happening THIS WEEKEND AT ST. MARY'S:

1.  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10: Deanery 3 Pre-Convention Assembly
  • Location: St. Thomas the Apostle Church, 7501 Hollywood Blvd. Los Angeles, CA  90046-2813
  • Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11: THE TWENTY-FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST


2.   MASS SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK: Morning Prayer at 8:45  & Mass at 9 am

  • Monday, November 12: Charles Simeon
  • Tuesday, November 13: Feria
  • Wednesday, November 14: Consecration of Samuel Seabury
  • Thursday, November 15: Herman of Alaska
  • Friday,  November 16: Margaret of Scotland
  • Saturday, November 17: Elizabeth of Hungary & Hugh of Lincoln

3.   BIBLE STUDY on Wednesdays at St. Mary's:
  • Class meets from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
  • We meet in the Sacristy. Enter from the parking lot off Watseka Ave.
  • Our current study is focused on the Gospel according to St. Mark.
  • No previous Bible knowledge required
  • We are using the NIV 2011 translation.  We'll have a Bible for you if needed. 

4.   OF YOUR CHARITY, PLEASE, PRAY (FOR):

  • The Rt. Rev. John Harvey Taylor, Bishop Diocesan, Diocese of Los Angeles
  • all Anglican Monastic communities and for all who are discerning vocations to the ordained ministry and the monastic life
  • continued healing for all who are sick in spirit, mind and body especially Presiding Bishop Michael Curry; Fr. Harold Anderson; Bishop Edward Mackenzie,  Gerda; Jai Joseph; Anthony Joseph; Ben Joseph; Rose Quaye; Lyra; Fayetta; Edgar; Adele; Ben; Sr. Rosina; Beatrice Mensah and, Alice Vickers.
  • the repose of the souls of departed former members of our parish and  all the departed. May they rest in peace.
  • the children and young persons of our parish especially: Natasha, Vincent, Larry Jr, Jeffrey, Simone, Obed, Audrey, Michelle, Yasmine, Charlene, Victor, Jason,  Annabelle, Biko, Amani, Rohan (Andrew), Oscar Antonio, Diego, Ezra, Sebastian, David, Sanaya Evelyn, Brondzie, Senyah, Saulito, William. 


5.  CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS OF OUR PARISH
  • On Sunday, September 8, 2019, our parish will by the grace of God, celebrate 100 years of continuous ministry in God's reign and especially in Southern California.
  •  If you are a former parishioner or know of one, please, let us know so we can pray and thank God for you/them by name.
  •  Spread the word. Email: stmaryinpalms@yahoo.com

6.  UPCOMING EVENTS
  • Parish Work Day: Saturday, November 24 beginning with Mass at 9:30 am and finishing at 11:30 am
  • Sunday, November 25:
    • baptism of John Mitchell
    • wedding anniversary of John and Vicky Brago-Mitchell
    • celebration of the ministry of Mark Kennedy, our Music Director/Organist
  • Diocesan Convention: Friday, November 30 and Saturday, December 1 - Ontario Convention Center.

7.   A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU
  • to our partners in ministry 
  • for making the mission and ministries of our parish possible in 2017. May God richly replenish what you generously shared with our parish and its ministries.
  • We pray you would consider partnering us in 2018 to help share God's good news of reconciliation and build the kingdom of God
  • Benefactors: You can also make DONATIONS at our website or include our parish in your  WILL or leave some STOCKS for us. Thank  you.    

8.  FOR NEWS ABOUT
  • the Palms Emergency Preparedness Coalition, please, visit and Like us on Facebook: PepC90034
  • the Diocese of Los Angeles: http://www.ladiocese.org
  • the Episcopal Church:  www.episcopalchurch.org
  • the Palms Neighborhood Council: http://palmsnc.la/

9. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @stmaryinpalms 

Fr. Vincent 
http://www.stmarypalms.org

Friday, September 28, 2018

Parish UPDATE: Sunday, September 30

Beloved of God and of this parish:

Here's what's happening THIS WEEKEND AT ST. MARY'S:

1.  SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30: THE NINETEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST


2.   MASS SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK: Morning Prayer at 8:45  & Mass at 9 am

  • Monday, October 1: Remigius, Bishop of Rheims
  • Tuesday, October 2: Holy Guardian Angels
  • Wednesday, October 3: Therese of Lisieux
  • Thursday, October 4: Francis of Assisi
  • Friday,  October 5: Feria
  • Saturday, October 6: Wm Tyndale & Bruno, Founder of the Carthusians

3.   BIBLE STUDY on Wednesdays at St. Mary's:
  • Class meets from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
  • We meet in the Sacristy. Enter from the parking lot off Watseka Ave.
  • Our current study is focused on the Gospel according to St. Mark.
  • No previous Bible knowledge required
  • We are using the NIV 2011 translation.  We'll have a Bible for you if needed. 

4.   OF YOUR CHARITY, PLEASE, PRAY (FOR):

  • The Rt. Rev. John Harvey Taylor, Bishop Diocesan, Diocese of Los Angeles
  • all Anglican Monastic communities and for all who are discerning vocations to the ordained ministry and the monastic life
  • continued healing for all who are sick in spirit, mind and body especially Presiding Bishop Michael Curry; Fr. Harold Anderson; Debora, Beverly, John, Gerda; Jai Joseph; Anthony Joseph; Ben Joseph; Rose Quaye; Lyra; Fayetta; Edgar; Adele; Miguel; Araceli; Ben; Sr. Rosina; Beatrice Mensah and, Alice Vickers.
  • safety for our parishioners and friends who are travelling this month.
  • the repose of the souls of Br. Robert Hale, OSB, Camaldoli, departed former members of our parish and  all the departed. May they rest in peace.
  • the children and young persons of our parish especially: Natasha, Vincent, Larry Jr, Jeffrey, Simone, Obed, Audrey, Michelle, Yasmine, Charlene, Victor, Jason,  Annabelle, Biko, Amani, Rohan (Andrew), Oscar Antonio, Diego, Ezra, Sebastian, David, Sanaya Evelyn, Brondzie, Senyah, Saulito, William. 


5.  CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS OF OUR PARISH
  • On Sunday, September 8, 2019, our parish will by the grace of God, celebrate 100 years of continuous ministry in God's reign and especially in Southern California.
  •  If you are a former parishioner or know of one, please, let us know so we can pray and thank God for you/them by name.
  •  Spread the word. Email: stmaryinpalms@yahoo.com

6.  A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU
  • to our partners in ministry 
  • for making the mission and ministries of our parish possible in 2017. May God richly replenish what you generously shared with our parish and its ministries.
  • We pray you would consider partnering us in 2018 to help share God's good news of reconciliation and build the kingdom of God
  • Benefactors: You can also make DONATIONS at our website or include our parish in your  WILL or leave some STOCKS for us. Thank  you.    

7.  FOR NEWS ABOUT
  • the Palms Emergency Preparedness Coalition, please, visit and Like us on Facebook: PepC90034
  • the Diocese of Los Angeles: http://www.ladiocese.org
  • the Episcopal Church:  www.episcopalchurch.org
  • the Palms Neighborhood Council: http://palmsnc.la/

8. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @stmaryinpalms 

Fr. Vincent 
http://www.stmarypalms.org

Friday, September 14, 2018

Parish UPDATE: Sunday, September 16

Beloved of God and of this parish:

Here's what's happening THIS WEEKEND AT ST. MARY'S:

1.  IN GRATITUDE

  • To all who made it possible for us to have a highly successful 99th anniversary celebration last Sunday
  • To all who made the ministries and mission of this parish possible these 99 years:
    • former parishioners
    • our partners in ministry
    • benefactors and friends
  • Join us on Sunday, September 8, 2019 for the 100th.

2.   MASS SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK: Morning Prayer at 8:45  & Mass at 9 am

  • Monday, September 17: Hildegard of Bingen
  • Tuesday, September 18: Edward Pusey & Dag Hammarskjold
  • Wednesday, September 19: Theodore of Tarsus
  • Thursday, September 20: John Coleridge Patteson
  • Friday,  September 21: MATTHEW, Apostle & Evangelist
  • Saturday, September 22: BVM

3.   BIBLE STUDY on Wednesdays at St. Mary's:
  • Class meets from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
  • We meet in the Sacristy. Enter from the parking lot off Watseka Ave.
  • Our current study is focused on the Gospel according to St. Mark.
  • No previous Bible knowledge required
  • We are using the NIV 2011 translation.  We'll have a Bible for you if needed. 

4.  UPCOMING EVENTS:

    FREE Summer Movie Nights
    Join us on Saturday, September 15 at 6 pm as we close our Summer Movie series.

  •    Saturday, September 15: Black Panther, 2018 

5.   OF YOUR CHARITY, PLEASE, PRAY (FOR):

  • The Rt. Rev. John Harvey Taylor, Bishop Diocesan, Diocese of Los Angeles
  • all Anglican Monastic communities and for all who are discerning vocations to the ordained ministry and the monastic life
  • continued healing for all who are sick in spirit, mind and body especially Presiding Bishop Michael Curry; Fr. Harold Anderson; Debora, Beverly, John, Gerda; Jai Joseph; Anthony Joseph; Ben Joseph; Rose Quaye; Lyra; Fayetta; Edgar; Adele; Miguel; Araceli; Ben; Sr. Rosina; Beatrice Mensah and, Alice Vickers.
  • safety for our parishioners and friends who are travelling this month.
  • all whose lives have been impacted by Hurricane Florence.
  • the repose of the souls of Br. Robert Hale, OSB, Camaldoli, departed former members of our parish and  all the departed. May they rest in peace.
  • the children and young persons of our parish especially: Natasha, Vincent, Larry Jr, Jeffrey, Simone, Obed, Audrey, Michelle, Yasmine, Charlene, Victor, Jason,  Annabelle, Biko, Amani, Rohan (Andrew), Oscar Antonio, Diego, Ezra, Sebastian, David, Sanaya Evelyn, Brondzie, Senyah, Saulito, William. 


6.  CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS OF OUR PARISH
  • On Sunday, September 8, 2019, our parish will by the grace of God, celebrate 100 years of continuous ministry in God's reign and especially in Southern California.
  •  If you are a former parishioner or know of one, please, let us know so we can pray and thank God for you/them by name.
  •  Spread the word. Email: stmaryinpalms@yahoo.com

7.  A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU
  • to our partners in ministry 
  • for making the mission and ministries of our parish possible in 2017. May God richly replenish what you generously shared with our parish and its ministries.
  • We pray you would consider partnering us in 2018 to help share God's good news of reconciliation and build the kingdom of God
  • Benefactors: You can also make DONATIONS at our website or include our parish in your  WILL or leave some STOCKS for us. Thank  you.    

8.  FOR NEWS ABOUT
  • the Palms Emergency Preparedness Coalition, please, visit and Like us on Facebook: PepC90034
  • the Diocese of Los Angeles: http://www.ladiocese.org
  • the Episcopal Church:  www.episcopalchurch.org
  • the Palms Neighborhood Council: http://palmsnc.la/

9. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @stmaryinpalms 

Fr. Vincent 
http://www.stmarypalms.org

Parish UPDATE: Sunday, September 9

Beloved of God and of this parish:

Here's what's happening THIS WEEKEND AT ST. MARY'S:

1.  SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 8: "Songs of Faith" with Tender Mercies, 

  • featuring the music and gifts of Soraiya Campbell and Michael Anderson. 
  • Time: 6 pm to 7 pm. 
  • We will meet in the chapel every SECOND and FOURTH Saturday of the month. NOTE: WE WILL SKIP THAT OF SEPTEMBER 22 - THE FOURTH SUNDAY IN SEPTEMBER
  • People of faith and no faith welcome. Spread the word and bring a friend

2.  99TH ANNIVERSARY OF OUR PARISH - SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 9
  • Join us on Sunday, September 9, 2018, - the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary - as our parish celebrates 99 years of continuous and active ministry in God's kingdom and particularly Southern California.
  • Bilingual Mass at 11:15 am.
  • This is a potluck event, so please, bring some food to share.
  • Spread the word; bring the family.
  • Please, invite your friends to church 


2.  MASS SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK: Morning Prayer at 8:45  & Mass at 9 am
  • Monday, September 10: Alexander Crummell
  • Tuesday, September 11: Harry Thacker Burleigh
  • Wednesday, September 12: John Henry Hobart
  • Thursday, September 13: Cyprian
  • Friday,  September 14: Holy Cross Day (Exaltation of the Holy Cross)
  • Saturday, September 15: BVM

3.   BIBLE STUDY on Wednesdays at St. Mary's:
  • Class meets from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
  • We meet in the Sacristy. Enter from the parking lot off Watseka Ave.
  • Our current study is focused on the Gospel according to St. Mark.
  • No previous Bible knowledge required
  • We are using the NIV 2011 translation.  We'll have a Bible for you if needed. 

4.  UPCOMING EVENTS:

    FREE Summer Movie Nights
    Join us on Saturday, September 15 at 6 pm as we close our Summer Movie series.
     Schedule:
  • Saturday, September 15: Black Panther, 2018 

5.   OF YOUR CHARITY, PLEASE, PRAY (FOR):

  • The Rt. Rev. John Harvey Taylor, Bishop Diocesan, Diocese of Los Angeles
  • all Anglican Monastic communities and for all who are discerning vocations to the ordained ministry and the monastic life
  • continued healing for all who are sick in spirit, mind and body especially Presiding Bishop Michael Curry; Fr. Harold Anderson; Debora, Beverly, John, Gerda; Jai Joseph; Anthony Joseph; Ben Joseph; Rose Quaye; Lyra; Fayetta; Edgar; Adele; Miguel; Araceli; Ben; Sr. Rosina; Beatrice Mensah and, Alice Vickers.
  • safety for our parishioners and friends who are travelling this month.
  • all whose lives have been impacted by the recent fires in California and Hurricane Lane.
  • the repose of the souls of departed former members of our parish and  all the departed. May they rest in peace.
  • the children and young persons of our parish especially: Natasha, Vincent, Larry Jr, Jeffrey, Simone, Obed, Audrey, Michelle, Yasmine, Charlene, Victor, Jason,  Annabelle, Biko, Amani, Rohan (Andrew), Oscar Antonio, Diego, Ezra, Sebastian, David, Sanaya Evelyn, Brondzie, Senyah, Saulito, William. 


6.  CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS OF OUR PARISH
  • On Sunday, September 8, 2019, our parish will by the grace of God, celebrate 100 years of continuous ministry in God's reign and especially in Southern California.
  • This month, we are praying and thanking God for the sterling christian witness, faithfulness, stewardship and commitment of former parishioners who made our ministries/mission possible these 99 years of our history.
  •  If you are a former parishioner or know of one, please, let us know so we can pray and thank God for you/them by name.
  •  Spread the word. Email: stmaryinpalms@yahoo.com

7.  A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU
  • to our partners in ministry 
  • for making the mission and ministries of our parish possible in 2017. May God richly replenish what you generously shared with our parish and its ministries.
  • We pray you would consider partnering us in 2018 to help share God's good news of reconciliation and build the kingdom of God
  • Benefactors: You can also make DONATIONS at our website or include our parish in your  WILL or leave some STOCKS for us. Thank  you.    

8.  FOR NEWS ABOUT
  • the Palms Emergency Preparedness Coalition, please, visit and Like us on Facebook: PepC90034
  • the Diocese of Los Angeles: http://www.ladiocese.org
  • the Episcopal Church:  www.episcopalchurch.org
  • the Palms Neighborhood Council: http://palmsnc.la/

9. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter @stmaryinpalms 

Fr. Vincent 
http://www.stmarypalms.org

Friday, August 31, 2018

Parish UPDATE: September 2

Beloved of God and of this parish:

Here's what's happening THIS WEEKEND AT ST. MARY'S:

1.  SATURDAY,  SEPTEMBER 1: PARISH RUMMAGE SALE

  • Time: 8 am to 2 pm
  • Items include small electronic items, rare items, delicious tamales, pupusas, etc.
  • Now accepting donations. Call Fernando at 310-490-0008 if you have donations.
  • Proceeds benefit our outreach ministries especially the Hispanic Ministries 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 2: THE FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

2.  MASS SCHEDULE FOR THE WEEK: Morning Prayer at 8:45  & Mass at 9 am
  • Monday, September 3: Phoebe
  • Tuesday, September 4: Paul Jones & Albert Schweitzer
  • Wednesday, September 5: Gregorio Aglipay
  • Thursday, September 6: Hannah Moore
  • Friday,  September 7: Elie Naud
  • Saturday, September 8: BVM

3.   BIBLE STUDY on Wednesdays at St. Mary's:
  • Class meets from 6:30 to 7:30 pm.
  • We meet in the Sacristy. Enter from the parking lot off Watseka Ave.
  • Our current study is focused on the Gospel according to St. Mark.
  • No previous Bible knowledge required
  • We are using the NIV 2011 translation.  We'll have a Bible for you if needed. 

4.  UPCOMING EVENTS:

    FREE Summer Movie Nights
    Join us this Saturday, September 1 and EVERY OTHER Saturday at 6 pm for our Summer Movie series.
    Full Schedule:
  • Saturday, September 1: The Lottery of Birth, 2013
  • Saturday, September 15: Black Panther, 2018 

5.    99TH ANNIVERSARY OF OUR PARISH

  • Join us on Sunday, September 9, 2018, - the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary - as our parish celebrates 99 years of continuous and active ministry in God's kingdom and particularly Southern California.
  • Bilingual Mass at 11:15 am.
  • Spread the word; bring the family.


6.  OF YOUR CHARITY, PLEASE, PRAY (FOR):

  • The Rt. Rev. John Harvey Taylor, Bishop Diocesan, Diocese of Los Angeles
  • all Anglican Monastic communities and for all who are discerning vocations to the ordained ministry and the monastic life
  • continued healing for all who are sick in spirit, mind and body especially Presiding Bishop Michael Curry; Fr. Harold Anderson; Debora, Beverly, John, Gerda; Jai Joseph; Anthony Joseph; Ben Joseph; Rose Quaye; Lyra; Fayetta; Edgar; Adele; Miguel; Araceli; Ben; Sr. Rosina; Beatrice Mensah and, Alice Vickers.
  • safety for our parishioners and friends who are travelling this month.
  • all whose lives have been impacted by the recent fires in California and Hurricane Lane.
  • the repose of the souls of Senator John Sidney McCain, Aretha Franklin and  all the departed. May they rest in peace.
  • the children and young persons of our parish especially: Natasha, Vincent, Larry Jr, Jeffrey, Simone, Obed, Audrey, Michelle, Yasmine, Charlene, Victor, Jason,  Annabelle, Biko, Amani, Rohan (Andrew), Oscar Antonio, Diego, Ezra, Sebastian, David, Sanaya Evelyn, Brondzie, Senyah, Saulito, William. 


7.  CENTENARY CELEBRATIONS OF OUR PARISH
  • On Sunday, September 8, 2019, our parish will by the grace of God, celebrate 100 years of continuous ministry in God's reign and especially in Southern California.
  •  This month, we are praying and thanking God for the sterling christian witness, faithfulness, stewardship and commitment of former parishioners who made our ministries/mission possible in the (year) 2000s
  •  If you are a former parishioner or know of one, please, let us know so we can pray and thank God for you/them by name.
  •  Spread the word. Email: stmaryinpalms@yahoo.com

8.  A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU
  • to our partners in ministry 
  • for making the mission and ministries of our parish possible in 2017. May God richly replenish what you generously shared with our parish and its ministries.
  • We pray you would consider partnering us in 2018 to help share God's good news of reconciliation and build the kingdom of God
  • Benefactors: You can also make DONATIONS at our website or include our parish in your  WILL. Thank  you.    

9.  FOR NEWS ABOUT
  • the Palms Emergency Preparedness Coalition, please, visit and Like us on Facebook: PepC90034
  • the Diocese of Los Angeles: http://www.ladiocese.org
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  • the Palms Neighborhood Council: http://palmsnc.la/

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