The New Bishop of Los Angeles will be Elected this Weekend

Voting starts tomorrow, Friday December 2.

Q. Who will be voting?

A. From St Francis, the voting delegates are: Mo. Paula (310 995 6519), Rev. Peter, Hank and Suzanne Gatlin, Joy Miles, and Mark Duley. 

   

Q. How do I know who the candidates are?
A. If you haven't already done so in recent weeks, click here for short, written biographies, and a 3 minute video segment for each candidate.

Q. What can I do?
A. If you want to voice an opinion, read the bios, listen to the videos, and then

email or call any of our voting delegates to convention - today.

Voting starts tomorrow, Friday December 2.

 

The result of the election will be printed in the upcoming Bellringer for December and January,
and on Sunday morning after either service please attend a forum
with the delegates to report from Convention.  

Next Sunday, Dec 11, Board Room After Both Services

With the beginning of Advent, we begin a new "lectionary year." This year our Sunday Gospel readings will be selected from the Gospel of Matthew. Please join us for a video presentation from Church Next and discussion facilitated by Rev. Peter. 

Good news!! Recent updates to the Nursery and Level 1 Sunday School rooms have resolved the noise issue for all. May God bless these ministries and the faithful parishioners who serve! 
Mo. Paula+

We are so grateful for all those who have sent in their pledges for 2017. It is impossible to over-estimate how much it helps our Vestry and Clergy to plan for the year ahead.
Thank you!

If you have mislaid your pledge card, you can click here to download one. Then just drop it into the collection plate on any Sunday, or mail to the church office at: 2200 Via Rosa, PVE, CA 90274.

Sunday, December 11, 4pm

Every second Sunday of the month we gather for Jazz Vespers. The Vespers service is a traditional service dating from the 3rd century, and Jazz is the musical language we use. The service lasts just under an hour and an informal time of fellowship follows on the patio. Free-will offering, but no admission charge.

An oasis of calm amidst the festive hustle and bustle.

This Taizé service, filled with music and candlelight, also provides the option for intercessory prayer with a Prayer team leader. We pray that the time will be a healing comfort for whatever you face or hold in your heart.

Sunday, December 18, 5pm

Mark your calendars for Dec. 18 for an evening of Christmas caroling, S'Mores around a fire pit, and a pizza dinner. All ages!

Gather at 5pm in front of the church, dress warmly, bring an outdoor chair and enjoy the fellowship of one another this last week in Advent.

Please sign up in the church office so we can plan for food.

See you there!

January 11, 2017, Wednesday 7pm-9pm, Board Room

Transitions in one's  career, whether pursuing a new direction, returning to work, starting a new business, or even retiring, can often involve significant change, reflection and planning. Mike Schoettle, professor and executive coach at Loyola Marymount University's Executive MBA program, is offering this free workshop to help parishioners better understand how to consider and navigate through  career  transitions. Whether this is your first workshop or if you've attended the previous workshop, you are welcome to attend! Advance registration is required.
Please email Rev. Peter to register or for additional information.