Spiritually Speaking

QUESTION: Nations are divided politically and there are wars and terrorism all over the planet. I think these things are happening because of a deterioration of faith and trust in God. The Bible tells us Jesus healed because of his faith and he said, “These things and greater ye shall do,” and yet, no one […]

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Treasures to Be Found at Shadow Hills Pres Shadow Hills Presbyterian Church, 10158 Johanna Ave. in Sunland, will host its Annual Treasure Sale on Saturday, Nov. 2, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. For sale will be collectables, vintage and gently used “good stuff.” This year will feature a Christmas boutique that will be filled […]

St Bede Holds Birthday Celebration

St. Bede The Venerable had a birthday celebration on Sunday, Oct. 6.  Hundreds of people and children of all ages came together for an evening of fun. Guests were welcomed to the Roaring ’20s themed event complete with a classic car display by the LCF Early Rodders, scotch tasting, delectable food and treats, live music […]

All Souls Day at St. George’s

All Souls Day at St. George’s

St. George Episcopal Church will celebrate All Souls Day with a special service of remembrance on Saturday, Nov. 2 at 6 p.m. This event allows people to bring pictures of loved ones, friends and family to be placed next to illuminated lanterns. People are encouraged to write names on the lanterns as well. The service […]

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Education Classes at LCPC LCPC Parent Education continues its six-week night session titled Parent Express for parents of ’tweens to teens. Classes meet Wednesday nights from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. through Nov. 13. It covers a variety of important topics including bonding, power struggles, substance abuse, anxiety/depression and raising a well-rounded child. People may […]

First Baptist Breaks Ground for New Courtyard

First Baptist Breaks Ground for New Courtyard

By Mary O’KEEFE On Sunday, members of the First Baptist Church of La Crescenta held a groundbreaking ceremony for their new courtyard. The courtyard will be a welcoming entrance to the church and a gathering place for the community. The congregation had discussed a new courtyard for years. Since being built in the 1960, the […]

Spiritually Speaking

Spiritually Speaking answers personal questions and concerns with a spiritual perspective. Local religious leaders that will take part in the discussion include Bryan Griem of Montrose Community Church; Jon Karn of Light on the Corner Church; Kimberlie Zakarian of Holy House Ministries; Skip Lindeman of La Cañada Congregational United Church of Christ; Rabbi Simcha Backman […]

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Education Classes at LCPC Speaker Richard Lyon, marriage & family therapist, will be making a presentation during the La Cañada Presbyterian Church Growing Families ministry on Sunday, Oct. 20, at 9:30 a.m., in the Fellowship Hall of the church. Dr. Lyon will explore different approaches to understanding the children in our lives. LCPC Parent Education […]

Blessing of the Animals

By Michael J. ARVIZU On a beautiful and bright sunny morning at St. Luke’s of the Mountains Episcopal Church in La Crescenta, the 10 a.m. service ended up going to the cats and dogs (and one parakeet) as the church held its fourth annual Blessing of the Animals in celebration of the feast day of […]

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Groundbreaking at First Baptist First Baptist Church at La Crescenta is holding a groundbreaking ceremony for its new courtyard on Sunday, Oct. 13 at noon. This special event celebrates an idea that is being brought to fruition after having been talked about for the last 30 years. Construction is due to begin on Oct. 21. […]