Brand New Day (and more) at St. Luke’s Episcopal Church

By Brandon HENSLEY Maybe a church like St. Luke’s of the Mountains still hasn’t found what it’s looking for, at least in terms of growing its congregation, but it’s about to shake things up this weekend. That’s because on Sunday at 10 a.m., the church, located at 2563 Foothill Blvd., will hold a traditional service […]

NOTES & NODS

La Can Pres Hosting Professor La Cañada Presbyterian Church is hosting Biola professor and author Steve Rundle, an expert on the transformational potential of business in developing countries. This event is sponsored by the Friday Forums program of La Cañada Presbyterian Church and the Center for Faith and Enterprise www.faithandenterprise.org, and will take place on […]

Lifting Up Crescenta Valley

Lifting Up Crescenta Valley

By Brandon HENSLEY On May 1 people all across the valley could be seen praying on Foothill Boulevard, Honolulu Avenue and elsewhere all for the hope of lifting up the community. It was “Lift Up La Crescenta,” a prayer event inspired by Al Nunez, a member of La Crescenta Presbyterian Church. Nunez came up with […]

LaCanPres Presenting “The Screwtape Letters”

La Cañada Presbyterian Church is presenting a contemporary interpretation of the classic novel “The Screwtape Letters.” This theatrical production, being presented in the round, is adapted from C.S. Lewis’ text as well as the stage play “Screwtape” by James Forsyth. All are invited to this one-of-a-kind dramatic experience.  “The Screwtape Letters” is a masterpiece of […]

NOTES & NODS

“Suit Yourself Day” Coming Up La Cañada Presbyterian Church is holding “Suit Yourself Day” on Sunday, May 15 from noon to 3 p.m. LCPC and non-profit “Clothes the Deal” are inviting donors to drive-thru the LCPC parking lot to donate suits to men and women in need. Those making donations are invited enjoy a fun […]

Spiritually Speaking

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 […]

Boulder Attracts Attention, Congregants

By Jason KUROSU It is not unusual for churches to enjoy larger crowds for Easter Sunday services. Brent Kuszyk, director of Communications for La Crescenta Presbyterian Church, concurs. “We had a really good turnout this year,” said Kuszyk. “It was definitely up from last year.” Perhaps it was the holiday alone that brought out the […]

Lifting Up in Spirit, in Prayer

By Brandon HENSLEY If it’s spring it must be time to “Lift Up La Crescenta” again. That is the name of the event being held on Sunday at 2 p.m., when many people of all faiths are invited to join fellow residents and pray about something, anything. “We’ll have a massive amount of prayer power,” […]

Spiritually Speaking

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 […]

Spiritually Speaking Coming to CVW

Beginning with the April 21 issue, Crescenta Valley Weekly offers Spiritually Speaking, a twice monthly column that will answer 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 […]