Religion events
Here is a sampling of upcoming faith gatherings in the San Fernando Valley area.
Today
The Peacemaker: The Rev. Titus Utecht continues a four-part sermon series based on “The Peace Maker — A Biblical Guide to Resolving Personal Conflict,” by Ken Sande, at the contemporary service, 5p.m. (this is the third session). Bible study, 6:30 p.m. Also, at the traditional/blended service, 10 a.m. March 19. March newsletter, the Oakleaves: bit.ly/3y83GWQ. Sherman Oaks Lutheran Church, 14847 Dickens St. 818-7890215. www.facebook.com/ShermanOaksLutheran. shermanoakslutheran.org
Sunday
Fourth Sunday in Lent at Prince of Peace Episcopal Church: Two services, 8and 10 a.m. Sunday's service bulletin: bit.ly/3h83EUS. This week's newsletter: www.popwh.org/ happenings.html. Location, 5700 Rudnick Ave., Woodland Hills. 818-346-6968. Email: office@popwh.org.
Boundaries Build Bridges: The Rev. Michael McMorrow explains the message at the 9and 10:30 a.m. services. The church's March theme is “Cultivating Authenticity.” Center for Spiritual Living, 17622Chatsworth St., Granada Hills. 818-363-8136. www.facebook.com/csl.granadahills. This week's details: bit. ly/3Jptzql
Mary and Martha: The Rev. Christina Chambers delivers the
message, based on Luke 10:3842, at the 9and 11a.m. services. The March “Spire” newsletter: bit.ly/3LwN4jA. First Presbyterian Church of Granada Hills, 10400Zelzah Ave., Northridge. 818-360-1831. www.fpcgh.org; www.facebook.com/fpcgh/ Are You Seeing or Blind? (Just Because You Have Eyes Doesn't Mean You Can See) — Fourth Sunday in Lent: The Rev. Timothy Jenks explains the message, based on John 9, at 9:30 a.m. Sermons are recorded and available to watch on the church's Facebook and website. Canoga Park Lutheran Church, 7357 Jordan Ave. 818-3485714. Facebook: bit.ly/41nCcKs. www.cplchurch.org
Fourth Sunday in Lent: The Rev. Janet Hansted delivers the message, 9:30a.m. Check here for the service bulletin: bit. ly/3n0ASgP. Weekly newsletter: (www.stlukelutheran.com/ events-1). St. Luke Lutheran Church, 5312Comercio Way, Woodland Hills. 818-346-3070. www.stlukelutheran.com
Treading Muddy Waters: The Rev. Douglas Dickson explains the message, based on John 9:1-41, at the 10a.m. service (English-language). The Rev. Ralph Kwon delivers the message at the 11:30a.m. service (Korean-language). This is also “United Methodist Committee on Relief Sunday” (umcmission.org/about-the-advance). The March newsletter: bit. ly/3SInGJe. Northridge United Methodist Church, 9650Reseda
Blvd. 818-886-1555. northridgeumc.org Hey, God. Do You Have a Minute?: Guest speaker the Rev. Dr. Laurence C. Keene explains the message, based on 1 Thessalonians, at the 10a.m. service. First Christian Church of North Hollywood, 4390 Colfax Ave. 818-763-8218. www.fccnh.org. Newsletter for this Sunday: bit. ly/3Fx3MLP
Reseda Church of Christ: The Rev. Dewayne Winrow delivers the message, 10a.m. Location, 7806Reseda Blvd. 818-3424755. www.facebook.com/ ResedaChurch. Church website: bit.ly/3jl8LaQ Destroying the Fear Factor — Scout Sunday and Fourth
Sunday in Lent: Interim pastor, the Rev. Christian Washington explains the message, based on Matthew 14:22-33, at the 10:30 a.m. service. North Hollywood First United Methodist Church, 4832 Tujunga Ave. 818-7638231. www.facebook.com/nohofumc1. Details for this service and week: bit.ly/40cnYuh
Sustaining the Flame: The Rev. Matthew McHale, with worship associate Linda Fitzgerald, discuss the message, 10:30a.m. service. Emerson Unitarian Universalist Church, 7304Jordan Ave., Canoga Park. 818-8876101. www.emersonuuc.org Health — I Am Healed, Whole and Well: The Rev. Jenenne Macklin gives her perspective on the topic of the month at the 11 a.m. service. The March theme is based on 3 John 1:2 (“Beloved,
I pray that all may go well with you and that you may be in good health, as it goes well with your soul.”) Unity Burbank — Center for Spiritual Awareness, 637 S. Victory Blvd., Burbank. 818841-4037. Watch the service on Facebook: www.facebook. com/unityburbank. Details on the church and services in the “Words of Light” March newsletter: bit.ly/3yaWuJu
Monday
Vernal Equinox Labyrinth Walk — Holy Spirit Retreat
Center: Meditative and silent walk, 7 p.m. Freewill offering. There are daytime slots available, contact Michael O' Palko, 818-784-4515. Location, 4316 Lanai Road, Encino. 818-2853354. www.hsrcenter.com/ Event/calendar
Thursday
Shabbat at Temple Judea: 6:15 p.m. Location, 5429 Lindley Ave., Tarzana. 818-758-3800. templejudea.com. Details: bit. ly/3u20TvJ Shabbat at Temple Beth
Emet: Rabbi Mark H. Sobel leads the service, 7p.m. Check the congregation's “Chai Times” newsletter for March here: bit. ly/3Fw0Jnn. Location, 600 N. Buena Vista St., Burbank. 818843-4787. www.templebethemet.com
April 5
Community Passover Seder:
Chabad of the Conejo writes, “relive the exodus, discover the eternal meaning of the Haggadah, and enjoy a traditional spirited Seder complete with all the rituals,” 7:45 p.m. Prepaid reservations are required; space is limited. Cost $54; $36children. Location, 30345 Canwood St., Agoura Hills. 818-991-0991. chabadconejo.com. Details and to make a reservation: bit. ly/3mTtSCl
April 6
Second Night Community
Passover Seder: 6:30 p.m.
Cost $85; $40 children. Reservations required by April 2. Shomrei Torah Synagogue, 7353 Valley Circle Blvd., West Hills. 818-854-7650. Details and to make a prepaid reservation: sts. shulcloud.com/event/passoverseder.html
Ongoing
Lenten Fish Fry at St. Clare of Assisi Roman Catholic
Church: Fish dinner or fish tacos dinner for dine-in or take-away, 4:30-8p.m. Fridays through March 31. Cost $15for two-piece; $16for three-piece. Also, a Family Pack, $55 (includes 10pieces Beer Battered Cod with a choice of 2sides (fries, rice, beans), along with rolls, coleslaw and condiments). Beverages and desserts available for purchase. Proceeds go to local charities and families in need. Location, 19606 Calla Way, Canyon Country. 661-2523353. Pre-order for pick-up: saint-clares-fish-fry.square.site. www.st-clare.org Fish Fry with the Knights of Columbus Tujunga Council #4438: Fish dinners for dine-in or take-away, 5:30-7:30p.m. Fridays through March 31. Cost $15; $12 juniors; $10 children. Proceeds go to local charities in Sunland-Tujunga. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish Hall, 10275 Tujunga Canyon Blvd., Tujunga. Details: bit.ly/3mlXuYB