Here is a sampling of upcoming faith gatherings in the San Fernando Valley area.
Oct. 21
Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego pilgrimage: The images go to various parishes in the Archdiocese of Los Angeles. Check the pilgrimage schedule here: tinyurl.com/bdcpjvn5). The images come to Our Lady of Lourdes (18400 Kinzie St., Northridge) on Nov. 5-6, and St Mel (20870 Ventura Blvd., Woodland Hills) on Nov. 7-8.
The pilgrimage culminates on Dec. 3 with the 92nd annual procession from Our Lady of Solitude (4561 E. Cesar Chavez Ave.; at 10:30 a.m.) to East Los Angeles Community College Stadium (1301 Cesar Chavez Ave. Monterey Park), for a 1 p.m. Mass celebrated by Archbishop José H. Gomez (flyer and details: tinyurl.com/jt8xbpc9).
Sherman Oaks Lutheran Church: The Rev. Titus Utecht delivers the message at the “Real Presence” service, 5 p.m. Also, a traditional/blended service, 10 a.m. Oct. 22. The “Oak Leaves” newsletter: tinyurl.com/5n6jmjr8. Location, 14847 Dickens St. 818-789-0215. www.facebook.com/ShermanOaksLutheran. shermanoakslutheran.org
Hermandad del Señor de Los Milagros: A Mass is celebrated at 7 p.m. for the miracles attributed to an icon of the Passion of Jesus Christ that was painted in 17th century colonial Peru by an enslaved man who was taken from what is now believed to be the country of Angola in Africa. It is customary to wear purple at this Mass. St. Patrick Catholic Church, 6160 Cartwright Ave., North Hollywood. 661-713-0498. www.stpatrickcatholicchurch.net/fiestas-patronales.html
Things My Mother Taught Me: Charles Stewart Howard Playhouse presents the play by Katherine DiSavino about a couple who move into their first apartment together and are surprised when their parents show up to help, opening night 7 p.m. Show runs 7 p.m. tonight and also, Oct. 22 and 28. Tickets $21.50. Harter Hall, at Woodland Hills Community Church, 21338 Dumetz Road, Woodland Hills. Tickets $25. 818-835-0612. www.facebook.com/WHCTheatre. Details and purchase tickets: tinyurl.com/y9wpkr76
Oct. 22
Stewardship – Twenty-first Sunday After Pentecost: 8 and 10 a.m. Sunday’s service bulletin: tinyurl.com/438um2aa. Newsletter: www.popwh.org/happenings.html. Prince of Peace Episcopal Church, 5700 Rudnick Ave., Woodland Hills. 818-346-6968. Email: office@popwh.org. www.popwh.org/
Thankful Hearts – Cheerful Givers: The Rev. Lance Allen delivers the “Stewardship Sunday” message at the 9 and 11 a.m. services. The church’s October “The Spire” newsletter: tinyurl.com/3932c75r. First Presbyterian Church of Granada Hills, 10400 Zelzah Ave., Northridge. Church voicemail, 818-360-1831. www.fpcgh.org
The Tyranny of the ‘OR’: The Rev. Michael McMorrow delivers the message, based on the October theme of “Playing with Paradox,” at the 9 and 10:30 a.m. services. Center for Spiritual Living, 17622 Chatsworth St., Granada Hills. 818-363-8136. www.facebook.com/csl.granadahills. Details: https://tinyurl.com/3xskmc7a
Thank God for You: The Rev. Timothy Jenks delivers the message, based on 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, at 9:30 a.m. Canoga Park Lutheran Church, 7357 Jordan Ave. 818-348-5714. Facebook: bit.ly/41nCcKs. www.cplchurch.org
God’s Will – Anointing and Unity: Pastor David Prentice discusses the message, based on 2 Samuel 5:1-5, at 10 a.m. First Christian Church of North Hollywood, 4390 Colfax Ave., Studio City. 818-763-8218. www.fccnh.org. Newsletter for the week: tinyurl.com/yeyvvb5s
Hymn Sing Sunday: The congregation shares favorite hymns and sings together, plus guest speakers discuss their ministry work as part of the church’s ongoing “stewardship campaign,” 10 a.m. A service in Tongan is held at noon. Rev. Kalesita ‘Ulu’ave-Tu’ifua is the congregation’s lead pastor. Knollwood United Methodist Church, 12121 Balboa Blvd., Granada Hills. 818-360-8111 or 818-284-3495. www.facebook.com/KnollwoodUMC1. Newsletter: https://knollwoodchurch.wordpress.com
Living Up to Perfect: The Rev. Douglas Dickson explains the message, based on Galatians 3:26 to 4:7, at the 10 a.m. English-language service. Pastor Ralph Kwon delivers the message at the 11:30 a.m. Korean-language service. The October newsletter: tinyurl.com/4mjxuk2x. Northridge United Methodist Church, 9650 Reseda Blvd. 818-886-1555. northridgeumc.org
Praise and Worship: The Rev. Dewayne Winrow delivers the message, 10:15 a.m. Won by One, from Pepperdine University, are the scheduled musical guests. Reseda Church of Christ, 7806 Reseda Blvd. 818-342-4755. resedachurch.com. www.facebook.com/ResedaChurch
Love at the Center: The Rev. Matthew McHale, with worship associate Todd Covert, discuss the message, 10:30 a.m. Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church, 7304 Jordan Ave., Canoga Park. 818-887-6101. www.emersonuuc.org
Beauty: Matt Toronto shares his thoughts on the church’s theme for October, based on 1 Peter 3:4, at 11 a.m. Unity Burbank – Center for Spiritual Awareness, 637 S. Victory Blvd., Burbank. 818-841-4037. Watch the service on Facebook: www.facebook.com/unityburbank. Details on the church and services in the “Words of Light” October newsletter: tinyurl.com/2rztjmmf
Sylmar Christian Fellowship Church: Pastor Pierre Howard and First Lady and Evangelist Mary Howard lead the worship service, 11 a.m. The church theme for this year is “Believe in God,” based on John 14:1. Location, 13901 Polk St. 818-364-8955. Facebook: tinyurl.com/292rauyu. www.sylmarcfc.org
Mass in Recognition of Healthcare Professionals: Archbishop José H. Gomez celebrates the Mass, 3:30 p.m. The annual service recognizes those who care for the sick. A “blessing of hands” of healthcare professionals takes place at the end of the Mass. Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels, 555 W. Temple St., Los Angeles. 213-637-7655. Email: catholichealthcare@la-archdiocese.org. olacathedral.org and olacathedral.org/events/mass-for-healthcare-professionals
Oct. 26
Full Moon and World Healing Meditation Ceremony – Celebrating the Goddess: The Spiritual Unity Movement holds a gathering with guest speaker the Rev. Michael McMorrow (from the Center for Spiritual Living – Granada Hills) and music by Deena Efferson-Williams, 6:55 p.m. Wear your goddess attire and bring percussion instruments (both optional). Donation $20 suggested. Meeting is also online on Zoom: tinyurl.com/3x8kwk49 and use ID: 86727985830 and Passcode: FullMoon. Meeting at Center for Spiritual Living – Granada Hills, 17622 Chatsworth St. 855-786-2642. Email: sumfullmoon@gmail.com. Facebook: tinyurl.com/bdfvdx22. www.spiritualunitymovement.org
Oct. 27
Folksong Shabbat at Temple Ahavat Shalom: Rabbi Becky Hoffman and Cantorial Soloist Elizabeth Kerstein lead the 7 p.m. service. Location, 18200 Rinaldi Place, Northridge. www.facebook.com/TASnorthridge. tasnorthridge.org
Shabbat at Temple Beth Emet: Rabbi Mark H. Sobel leads the service, 7 p.m. Check the congregation’s October “Chai Times” newsletter: tinyurl.com/5bc32esf. Location, 600 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank. www.templebethemet.com
Sacred Cinema at Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church: Watch “Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind” (2004; rated R), 7:15 p.m. Doors open, 7 p.m. Then, explore themes and any spiritual meanings to be found in the film at the 10:30 a.m. Oct. 29 service. Location, 7304 Jordan Ave., Canoga Park. 818-887-6101. www.emersonuuc.org
Nov. 12
St. Francis Xavier Cabrini Pilgrimage: A Mass is celebrated at 11:30 a.m.; followed by the walk, 12:30 p.m. Make a reservation for a 2 p.m. lunch. Cost of lunch $20; $8 for ages 11 and younger (reservations for the lunch is required). Contact Andrea Linn for more information and reservations, 909-762-1392, or andilinn@gmail.com. St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 3801 Scott Road, Burbank. Information about the Mother Cabrini Shrine at the church: www.icf.org/about/cabrini
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