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Thursday
September 3, 2026
THE HAPPENINGS
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2026
FIFTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
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PRINCE OF PEACE CHURCH
Is called to know, love, and serve Jesus as Savior and Lord,
to share his healing and transformation with all people.
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9:00 AM Holy Eucharist
One service only from July 5 through September 6
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Prayer of the Week:
Teach us to be still
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Heavenly Father,
thank you for hearing our prayers.
Teach us to be still
and listen to your voice
and trust your perfect timing.
AMEN.
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CONDOLENCES
to the family and friends of
BILL GILLINGER
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Bill's memorial service will be held on September 26, 2026 at 10:00 AM in the Church, with reception to follow. More details will be provided as they become available.
+May his soul rest in peace and light perpetual shine upon him.+
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GOODBYE, SUMMER SUNDAYS!
This Sunday, September 6, is our final Summer Sunday, with just one service at 9:00 AM.
Next week, September 13, will be Start-Up Sunday, and we'll go back to two services at 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM.
Thank you to everyone who provided refreshments on the Patio this summer!
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GRANDPARENTS DAY CELEBRATION SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13!
In addition to being Start-Up Sunday, September 13 is also Grandparents’ Day! Grandparents will be honored during the 10:00 AM service, and afterwards you're invited to a showing of the Disney film “Moana” in the Family Center. Popcorn and hot dogs will be served. Please save the date and plan to join in the fun. All are welcome!
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WEDNESDAY PRAYER CIRCLE IS BACK!
After our Summer hiatus, the Prayer Circle will reconvene on Wednesday, September 9 at 5:00 PM in the Chapel. We meet each Wednesday for contemplative prayer punctuated with sacred music and silence, ending with a candlelight service of Compline (which is in the Prayer Book, page 127). It is a peaceful time of refreshment and connection. All are welcome!
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THE COMMUNITY DINNER NEEDS YOUR HELP!
The Community Dinner is asking for help in the "front of the house." Specifically, we need people to serve food in our buffet line.
Arrival time: 4:45 PM
Departure: Usually no later than 6:00 PM
Here are our Saturday fall dates:
- September 19
- October 17
- November 21
- December 19
To help, please email us at communitydinnerinfo@gmail.com.
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PRAY WITH THE WORLD:
GLOBAL WEEK OF PRAYER, SEPTEMBER 6 - 13
This year, Prince of Peace is joining churches around the world for the Global Week of Prayer, a week of coming together to pray, listen, give thanks, and lift up our church, community, and world. Our prayer theme is: “Jesus, Prince of Peace, Be Present With Us.”
You can pray wherever you are (Zoom groups available), or come to one of our Prayer Spaces at Prince of Peace:
- Chapel (open 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM)
- Labyrinth
- Memorial Garden
Prayer activities and resources will be available in these spaces. Printed prayer guides will also be available, and resources can be downloaded from our website for those who would like to pray at home.
Join Us! Sign up for one hour - or more - to pray during the week.
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Go to https://pray.24-7prayer.com/signup/87ced4 or use QR code to go the signup calendar site.
You can sign in as a guest. No account is needed, but you must provide your email address.
Or email Alma Fountain at GWPrayer@popwh.org with the date and time you would like to pray.
Every prayer matters. Let’s join our hearts with Christians around the world and invite Jesus, our Prince of Peace, to be present with us.
Visit our website, https://www.popwh.org/gwp, for details.
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PRINCE OF PEACE:
A WHOLE AND HEALTHY CHURCH
A church is expected to be a safe place where all are welcomed and cared for as God intended. By their nature and because of their mission, churches invite and welcome people who are vulnerable. Indeed, Jesus consistently placed the least among us at the center of his teaching. So, the Gospel requires the church to pay particular attention to the protection of those who are most at risk of harm from others. And a church that protects vulnerable people becomes a church where everyone can flourish.
It is with these truths in mind that our Diocese, like the wider Episcopal Church, has developed policies to ensure, as much as possible, that our churches are safe spaces. Recently, the Diocese published a new, comprehensive “safe church” policy called Whole and Healthy Church.
Here at Prince of Peace, we have convened a Safe Church Working Group to develop a parish policy in accordance with these diocesan guidelines. Simultaneously, we are beginning to implement the guidelines and requirements set out in Whole and Healthy Church. For example, there is a guideline that participants in certain ministries, or those with unsupervised access to church buildings, complete an online training course covering best practices for keeping our congregation safe. In this area, we have made a good start in getting our key people trained. Another example: procedures for safeguarding children receive particular attention in the policy, and we are assessing our programs for children and youth to ensure our church remains a safe place for them.
There is more work to be done in this important initiative, and I thank you in advance for your prayerful support of the effort!
One thing I have learned is how vitally important it is to speak up if you have any concerns whatsoever about the way people are being treated within the congregation. The most valuable thing that any of us can do to keep our church whole, healthy, and safe for all is to be alert for potential transgressions, and to report them immediately to me, another clergy member, or one of our vestry leaders.
Peace!
Father Brian
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RECTOR SEARCH COMMITTEE UPDATE
The search committee has just completed Introductory Zoom meetings with 5 candidates. (One candidate had already been eliminated from consideration based on his/her written narrations submitted to us.) In each Zoom we asked the same 6 questions of each candidate. Based on their written narratives and this initial conversation, the committee decided not to go forward with one of the candidates.
This week (8/31-9/3), the search committee is holding one-hour Zoom meetings with 4 candidates. Please pray that the Holy Spirit guides us as we discern the person who will next serve as our Rector.
Blessings and peace,
Patty Papps
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ALTAR FRONTAL
We recently removed the white altar covering (called a “frontal”) that was in place during the Easter season. We also use it for Christmas and for weddings and funerals. The Altar Guild recently introduced a new green frontal to our worship service, for use during other seasons of the year.
The Altar Guild invites the congregation to participate in the creation of the new altar frontal for our church. Those wishing to contribute may make a minimum donation of $250 in memory or honor of a loved one. Names will be stitched onto a dedication panel accompanying the frontal.
Please contact the Church Office for additional information or to participate in this meaningful project.
A bit of a background on the use of altar frontals: In the Episcopal tradition, the frontal is a decorative and often richly embroidered cloth that adorns the front of the altar. More than decoration, it serves as “visual theology,” reflecting the seasons and feasts of the Church year while beautifying the Lord’s Table. Historically, fine textiles were used to “vest” the altar as a royal throne, symbolizing Christ’s majesty and the faithful gathered around Him.
Throughout church history, altar frontals have carried deep spiritual significance. Their changing colors mark the liturgical seasons: purple for preparation and penitence, white and gold for celebration and resurrection, red for the Holy Spirit and martyrs, and green for growth in ordinary time.
In many Episcopal parishes, altar frontals are also given as memorial gifts, honoring loved ones and serving as a lasting reminder of the communion of saints each time the altar is prepared for worship.
Why green?
Liturgical green in the Episcopal Church symbolizes spiritual growth, hope, and new life. It is worn during the seasons of Epiphany and the Season after Pentecost, which together comprise "Ordinary Time" – the longest stretches of the church year focused on the ongoing journey of faith and discipleship.
The specific significance of the color green in Episcopal worship centers around several key themes:
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Spiritual Development: Just as green plants and trees flourish during the spring and summer, the color represents the daily, often quiet work of deepening our roots, leafing out, and maturing as disciples of Christ.
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Hope and Anticipation: Green points to the promise of new life and the ongoing mission of the Church in the world.
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The Revelatory Seasons: Green is often used during Epiphany, a season celebrating the revelation of Christ to the world, and during the long Sundays after Pentecost, which celebrate the revelation of God as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
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SHARING SOLES DRIVE: CARING FEET, SHARING CHRIST'S LOVE
The Daughters of the King invite you to participate in our Sharing Soles Drive this July and August. We are collecting new socks of any size and any color to share with those in need, beginning with guests who attend our Community Dinners.
Donations may be placed in the green collection box in the church entryway (Narthex) any time during August.
As you donate, we also invite you to pray for those who will receive these socks. If you would like, include a short note of encouragement or a prayer with your donation as a reminder that they are loved and remembered.
Thank you for helping us care for our neighbors by sharing both warm feet and Christ's love.
For His Sake,
Prince of Peace Daughters of the King
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SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CONGREGATION
Prince of Peace has been advised by the State of California that we need to amend our Articles of Incorporation as a non-profit organization. The necessary change is a technical one as the result of CA property tax law changes, which came to light in connection with our application for a property tax exemption for the new Pantry building. In summary, one section of the Articles of Incorporation does not specifically state that the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles is a religious organization. The proposed amendment will make the Diocese’s religious status explicit.
Our parish by-laws require the congregation to vote on any amendment to the Articles of Incorporation. Therefore, on September 6, 2026 during the 9:00 AM service we will attend to this, and have a vote by the congregation on whether or not to make the amendment.
The proposed amendment, along with the current language to be replaced in the Articles of Incorporation, are printed below for your review. Please contact Dave Dumas in the church office with any questions: office@popwh.org
Current
The property of this corporation is irrevocably dedicated to religious, charitable, scientific, or hospital purposes and upon the liquidation, dissolution or winding up of this corporation, its assets remaining after the payment of, or provision for the payment of, all debts and liabilities of this corporation shall be distributed to the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Los Angeles, if it is then in existence and exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1954 as amended, but if not then in existence of exempt, to another organization which is organized and operated exclusively for religious purposes and which has established its tax exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of said Code.
Proposed Amendment
The property of this corporation is irrevocably dedicated to religious, charitable, scientific, or hospital purposes. Upon the liquidation, dissolution or abandonment of this organization, its assets, remaining after payment or provision of payment of all debts and liabilities of this organization, shall be distributed to the Protestant Episcopal Church in the Diocese of Los Angeles, which is irrevocably dedicated to religious, charitable, scientific, hospital, and schools of less than collegiate grade or nursery school purposes, which meets the requirements of Revenue and Taxation Code section 214.
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PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY - MEETING CHANGE
The September meeting of the Prayer Shawl Ministry is being moved to Saturday, October 3 in the Guild Room at 10:00 AM. (We will also be meeting on October 31 as regularly scheduled.) Please contact Margie Pavlowsky if you have any questions.
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SUNDAY SCHOOL LESSON
The Season after Pentecost is the period between the Day of Pentecost and the First Sunday of Advent. This season makes up half of the calendar year, and it is a time to focus on the life and growth of the Church in the world, empowered by the gift of the presence of the Holy Spirit.
This week, we are delving into the epistle, Romans 13:8-14. We will be discussing what it means to love your neighbor and how we are called to act as Christians in the world.
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YOUTH GROUP
Classes are held the 2nd and 4th Sundays each month. The curriculum for the Fall semester begins on September 13 in the Youth Room with 2 more series from Open Life Church. Middle School (grades 6-8) meet at 10:00 AM and will discuss "The Loop": biblically based answers to age-specific questions. High School (grades 9-12) meet at 10:45 AM and will discuss "Reconciled": as disciples of Christ, what does it mean that He has reconciled us to God?
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RUMMAGE & PRE-LOVED ITEMS FOR SALE!
The Rummage Sale will be held this October in the Reasoner Family Center. Please mark your calendar for these dates:
Sunday, Oct. 11 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Intake/Drop-Off, after each service
Monday, Oct. 12–Friday, Oct. 16 | 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Sort and display items
Saturday, Oct. 17 | 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
Sale open to the public
Sunday, Oct. 18 | 9:00 a.m.–12:00 noon
Sale open to PoP parishioners and the public
* * * Watch this space for more information and updates * * *
Volunteers Needed
We need your help with intake, sorting, setup, sale days and cleanup. Any amount of time is appreciated. Thank you!
Look for signups after each service.
Sandi Totter: 818-620-6632
Rosemary Stewart: 818-917-5809
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This week's prayer requests and thanksgivings have been compiled and are available here for your prayers and meditation. Updated prayer requests are printed on a WEEKLY basis.
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Please submit your prayer requests and thanksgivings in church on the yellow or blue prayer slips, OR by clicking on the "Submit a Prayer Request" button at the bottom of this page.
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