Reprinted from May 2022 Question: I’m retired after working for 42 years as a CPA. I’m also divorced and have two grown children. Throughout my working years, I met friends twice a week for drinks. After retiring, I found myself drinking way too much. I regularly attend AA meetings. I also am not joining my […]
Forgiveness with Cesar Cardona Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills (UUCVH) once again welcomes writer and musician Cesar Cardona. This time Cardona will bring a message about the value of forgiveness. He brings a personal feel as he speaks about experiences that have shaped his life and world view. This is a powerful message […]
By Mary O’KEEFE When the 2026-27 school year begins on Aug. 19 the Fire House Youth Center, located at 2563 Foothill Blvd. on the campus of St. Luke’s of the Mountains, will again open its doors to Rosemont Middle School students on their late start days, which has been every Wednesday morning. For over a […]
Donation Drives at LCIF As the upcoming school year approaches, Lutheran Church in the Foothills (LCIF) has launched a dual-purpose donation drive to help students both around the corner and around the globe. To support local youth, the church is currently collecting brand-new backpacks. The backpacks will be delivered to “Making it Happen,” a Sunland-based […]
Question: I am looking for a prayer or spiritual practice to do at night that helps me process my day. Do you have any suggestions? Seeking in La Crescenta Answer: Dear Seeking in La Crescenta, Thanks for this question. It seems like you are on a path of wanting to use your daily experiences as […]
Donation Drives at LCIF As the upcoming school year approaches, Lutheran Church in the Foothills (LCIF) has launched a dual-purpose donation drive to help students both around the corner and around the globe. To support local youth, the church is currently collecting brand-new backpacks. The backpacks will be delivered to “Making it Happen,” a Sunland-based […]
Crescenta Valley United Methodist Church, located at 2700 Montrose Ave., offers Learning Works Charter School, a drop-in center for homeless students that gets kids on the edge back in school so that they can graduate. A flexible independent study approach works. The church’s mission with Learning Works is to help “couch-surfing” kids with nowhere to […]
The Rt. Rev. Antonio José Gallardo Lucena of St. Luke’s of the Mountains Episcopal Church was ordained and consecrated the eighth bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles on July 11 – the first Latino to hold the office “in the spirit of love and truth” as hundreds applauded, whistled and cheered in a […]
Movie Night at UUCVH On Friday, July 24 at 6:30 p.m. the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills will have its monthly movie night. Popcorn and snacks provided. Those interested can bring a snack to share. Come join the growing group of fans! No reservations are needed, just stop by 4451 Dunsmore Ave. in La Crescenta. CSL Offers Gentle Movement Class […]
Kleinsasser to Present at UUCVH On July 12, the Sunday service of the Unitarian Universalist Church of the Verdugo Hills (UUCVH) welcomes Eric Kleinsasser to share his sermon: On the Psychological Benefits of Photographing Birds. There are many things in our existence for which no instructions are provided. Everyone navigates life through the lens of their own […]