Gallery: Clergy Renewal of Vows, March 31, 2026
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In clergy renewal of vows sermon, Bishop Taylor affirms golden rule as common denominator for social change
Watch video here. View photo gallery here. Preaching at the annual diocesan Chrism Mass and clergy renewal of vows service March 31, Bishop John...
The Rev. Canon Paul Edwards dies at 93; rites set for April 11 in Fullerton
The Rev. Canon Paul D. Edwards – rector of Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Fullerton, from 1963 to 1994 – died peacefully March 18 at age 93. Survivors...
Democratic norms ‘being dismantled piece by piece,’ Sacred Resistance leader tells OC forum
[The Episcopal News] – Living “through a moment of deliberate, organized cruelty aimed at some of the most vulnerable people in our society,” means...
The Rev. Karen MacQueen – nurse clinician, spiritual director experienced in Indian religion – dies at 80
The Rev. Karen Brenna MacQueen – an Episcopal priest, registered nurse clinician, and spiritual director with extensive experience in Indian...
Diocesan Council hears reports of wildfire recovery, consecration planning, staff transitions
Reports of ongoing resilience and recovery in the aftermath of the January 2025 wildfires were a central focus of Diocesan Council’s March 12, 2026...
Canon Lou Hemmers dies at 93; rites set for March 27 in Redlands
The Rev. Canon Louis E. Hemmers – rector emeritus of Trinity Church in Redlands – died March 11 at age 93, “peacefully surrounded by the love of his...
Golden rule is key in response to current constitutional crisis, Bishop Taylor affirms
Bishop John Harvey Taylor invoked the golden rule as he called for an “All-Faith Democratic Union” to actively protect human rights, when welcoming...
Kathy Wilder leaves legacy of caring, resilience at Camp Stevens
As Kathy Wilder prepares to step down from her “dream job” as Camp Stevens executive director on March 31, she leaves a legacy of deep caring,...
Diocese joins amicus brief opposing end to birthright citizenship
The Diocese of Los Angeles is among a group of faith-based organizations opposing Trump v. Barbara a case U.S. Supreme Court justices are set to...