Religion Notes

LECTURE PROGRAM: The Sepulveda Unitarian-Universalist Society, 9550 Haskell Ave., North Hills, will host a lecture program, “Cambodia: Hope and Change,” with Sally Benson, board member of the Asia Pacific Center for Justice and Peace. She will talk about how Cambodia can become a beacon for peace in the world. The free program will start at 10:45 a.m. today. Information: (818) 894-9251.

HEALING SERVICE: Christ the King Lutheran Church, 17400 Vanowen St., Van Nuys, will host a service of healing at 5:30 p.m. today and 10 a.m. Sunday. The service is for anyone seeking physical, emotional or spiritual healing. Free. Information: (818) 342-0302.

ORGAN CONCERT: St. James Presbyterian Church, 19414 Ventura Blvd., Tarzana, will host an organ concert with the music of Langlais, Franck and Sanborn performed by organist Bryce LaMotte to honor the memory of Fred Bock, at 4 p.m. Sunday. The concert is free. An offering will be taken. Information: (818) 345-2057.

SPECIAL SERVICE: Metropolitan Community Church, 5730 Cahuenga Blvd., North Hollywood, will host a healing service for World AIDS Day at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday. Especially encouraged to attend are people with AIDS or cancer and their loved ones. Information: (818) 762-1133.

ADVENT CELEBRATION: Prince of Peace Episcopal Church, 5700 Rudnick Ave., Woodland Hills, will host a four-week Advent celebration, “Making Christmas Meaningful,” from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. beginning Wednesday and continuing Dec. 9, 16 and 23. The series is open to all ages and is designed to transform the triviality of the holidays into a more meaningful experience. Information: (818) 346-6968.

MONTHLY LUNCHEON: The Catholic Community Luncheon will present Father John Hampsch of the Claretian Missionaries speaking on “The Art of Loving God,” at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Barrone’s restaurant, 10123 Riverside Drive, Toluca Lake. The cost of lunch is $11. Information and reservations: (818) 846-3271.

AUCTION: Shomrei Torah Synagogue, 7353 Valley Circle Blvd., West Hills, will host a silent auction followed by a live auction of vacations, restaurants, professional services, gift baskets, children’s items and electronics, at 7 p.m. on Dec. 5. Admission is $12.50 at the door. Refreshments and food will be provided. Information: (818) 346-0811.

CHRISTMAS CONCERT: The First United Methodist Church, 18120 Saticoy St., Reseda, will present a Christmas concert, “The 12 Days of Christmas,” at 7 p.m. on Dec. 6. Free. Information: (818) 344-7135.

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