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August 27, 2026

Diocese to Offer Audit Workshops and New Congregational Resources

Workshop Trainer, Corrine Sanchez works with the Rev. Neil Tadken (Rector, St. Luke’s Monrovia) and others. By the Rev. Canon Susan Stanton The Administration and Finance team, led by The Rev. Canon Susan Stanton, has begun a new series of audit workshops and resources to help congregations complete their annual audits with greater confidence and […]

August 27, 2026

Province VIII Creation Care Conference set for Sept. 25–27

The Province VIII Creation Care Conference will be held Sept. 25–27, 2026, in Salt Lake City, bringing Episcopalians together for spiritual formation, environmental education, and practical tools for caring for creation. The conference will address environmental concerns across Province VIII, including fire, water, land and fossil fuel consumption, while exploring ways communities can respond and […]

August 27, 2026

Church Pension Group Alerts Members to Quantum Health Data Security Incident

Church Pension Group (CPG) has notified members of The Episcopal Church Medical Trust health plans about a data security incident involving Quantum Health, a health benefits services provider. According to CPG, Quantum Health determined that unauthorized access to its IT network occurred after an employee responded to a vishing (voice phishing) call on May 29, […]

August 27, 2026

“Love Your Neighbor” Gala to Benefit St. Luke’s of the Mountains

Submitted by Mabel Velez St. Luke’s of the Mountains invites the community to its annual “Love Your Neighbor” Gala on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the church in La Crescenta. The gathering will celebrate community, faith, and the call to love and serve our neighbors. All are invited to join this special evening. St. Luke’s […]

August 27, 2026

2027 Annual Enrollment & Health Plan Selection

The Church Pension Group (CPG) recently presented its 2027 Annual Enrollment & Health Plan Selection webinar, outlining changes to Episcopal Health Plan options, benefits and renewal rates for the coming year. Among the significant changes for 2027, GLP-1 medications will no longer be covered except for members being treated for diabetes. Plan members who use […]

August 27, 2026

Save the Date: Forma Annual Conference 2027 | Sanctified Imagination 

By the Rev. Canon John Watson Mark your calendars for the 2027 Forma Annual Conference, Sanctified Imagination, taking place January 25-28, 2027. Grounded in Ephesians 3:20, the conference will explore the vital role of theological imagination in shaping transformative ministry and helping participants perceive God’s activity, embody Christian virtues, and envision gospel-rooted futures. The conference […]

August 27, 2026

The Episcopal Chorale to Spread Holiday Joy in Malta 

Submitted by Karen L. Johnson The Los Angeles Episcopal Chorale, under the direction of its founder Canon Dr. Charles H. Cheatham, has been invited to represent the United States in the 8th Edition of the Malta International Christmas Choir Festival — a joyful gathering of choirs from around the world, united through music, friendship, and […]

August 27, 2026

Deanery 9 Welcomes Bishop Antonio 

EDLA Communications Deanery 9 – North Orange County welcomed Bishop Antonio José Gallardo Lucena to St. Paul’s in Tustin for conversation, connection, and a shared vision for the future of the Diocese. Hosted by the Very Rev. Canon Kay Sylvester, Dean of Deanery 9 and Rector of St. Paul’s, the gathering brought together clergy and […]

August 27, 2026

2027 UTO Grants – Gifts of God for the People of God 

Submitted by Tammy Smecker-Hane, UTO Coordinator, Diocese of Los Angeles  Each year every penny donated to United Thank Offering (UTO) goes out as grants for mission and ministry to Episcopal groups in the USA or Anglican Communion groups in the wider world to address vexing community problems. Every year there is a specific theme for […]

August 27, 2026

UTO – Resources for Practicing Gratitude & Church of Faithful Service Awards 

Submitted by Tammy Smecker-Hane, UTO Coordinator, Diocese of Los Angeles Now is the time to order resources for your parish’s United Thank Offering (UTO) In-Gathering this Fall. You can order a parish kit which includes the traditional blue UTO donation boxes and/or color-your-own boxes, envelopes, brochures, stickers, and resources for practicing gratitude (more on the later below). You also can order specific items individually. Orders should be placed on the UTO on-line shop by September 18 and […]