Jesse Manibusan concerts: Nov. 11-12
Catholic singer/songwriter Jesse Manibusan will perform in concerts this weekend at St. Lawrence Martyr Church, Redondo Beach (7:30 p.m., Nov. 11), and at Sacred Heart Church, Covina (7:30 p.m., Nov. 12).
A familiar sight at youth rallies, retreats and World Youth Days, Manibusan calls himself a Catholic lay evangelist who uses music, comedy and stories to connect with his audience, hoping his music will inspire young people to seek out spiritual lives and experiences. With six CDs under his belt, Manibusan has been named Artist of the Year by the United Catholic Music and Video Association.
At St. Lawrence Martyr, Manibusan also will present a workshop Nov. 12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For information on the events, call (310) 316-0090 (St. Lawrence Martyr) or (626) 331-7914 (Sacred Heart).
Mother Cabrini 100th anniversary celebration: Nov. 12
The local Cabrini Council of the Knights of Columbus in Burbank will hold a special dinner Nov. 12 celebrating St. Frances Xavier Cabrini's arrival in California a century ago. The traditional Italian dinner beginning with a 6 p.m. reception will be held at Cabrini Hall on the campus of Woodbury University, the former location of Villa Cabrini Academy. Proceeds from the $30-a-plate dinner will benefit the Cabrini Mission Foundation.
Missionary Sister of the Sacred Heart Regina Palamara, the sole representative of her community on the west coast, will be honored for decades of ministry in the U.S. and abroad. Currently, she is an active volunteer at St. Finbar Church in Burbank where she teaches religion in the parish school. For reservations call Grand Knight Dan Ortoski at (818) 845-4638.
Hurricane relief benefit: Nov. 12
The Faith In Numbers Young Adult Group at Our Lady of Grace Church in Encino is planning a hurricane relief benefit Nov. 12 in the parish hall from 6-8:30 p.m. Event activities will include music, food, guest speakers and fellowship.
The suggested $15 free will donation will be forwarded to Catholic Charities for ongoing Gulf Coast relief efforts. Our Lady of Grace Church is located at 5011 White Oak Ave. in Encino. For information, call (818) 342-8730 or e-mail the young adult group: fin@ourladyofgrace.org.
'End of life issues' talk: Nov. 15
St. John Baptist de la Salle Church in Granada Hills will host "A Catholic Perspective on End of Life Issues," a talk by Vincentian Father Richard Benson, theology professor at St. John's Seminary, on Nov. 15. The free event, scheduled from 7-9 p.m., will provide important information for caregivers, bereavement ministers, hospital personnel and anyone working with the sick or dying.
St. John Baptist de la Salle Church is located at 10738 Hayvenhurst Ave., Granada Hills. For more information, contact Deacon Sam Frias at (213) 637-7807.
Homeboy VCR Alert: Nov. 19
KABC-TV (Channel 7) will feature the ministry of Jesuit Father Greg Boyle and Homeboy Industries through the program "Faith Works: Across the USA 2005," airing Nov. 19 at 4 a.m. The segment was produced by the Catholic Communication Campaign and is part of the "Vision and Values" series.
Since 1992 Homeboy Industries has helped thousands of gang members, parolees and at-risk young men and women leave behind criminal activity for gainful employment --- and in the process recover their sense of dignity, pride and ability to contribute responsibly and provide for their families.
Our Lady of Guadalupe celebration: Dec. 3
The annual archdiocesan procession to commemorate Our Lady of Guadalupe takes place Dec. 3 in East Los Angeles. The procession will begin at the corner of Ford Ave. and Cesar Chavez Boulevard below the 710 Freeway. It will end at the stadium of East Los Angeles College.
Cardinal Roger Mahony will preside at the 2 p.m. Mass. For more information, call Resurrection Church at (323) 268-1141. |