Religion events in the San Fernando Valley area, Aug. 24-31
Here is a sampling of upcoming faith gatherings and community outreach events.
Aug. 24
Gran Tardeada Guadalupana: The fiesta – a fundraiser for the annual Our Lady of Guadalupe procession and Mass in early December in East Los Angeles – includes food, games, music and raffles, 2-8 p.m. Tickets $25 at the door or purchase in advance of the event. The Guadalupe Procession is the oldest religious procession in Los Angeles and the 93rd procession is held on Dec. 1, 2024 (donations to the procession may be made here: lacatholics.org/guadalupe). The fiesta fundraiser is at St. Marcellinus Parish, 2349 Strong Ave., Commerce. 323-816-8576. www.facebook.com/StMarcellinus/
Sherman Oaks Lutheran Church: “Real Presence” contemporary service, 5 p.m. Also, a 10 a.m. traditional-blended service on Aug. 25. The Rev. Titus A. Utecht is the lead pastor. Location, 14847 Dickens St. 818-789-0215. www.facebook.com/ShermanOaksLutheran. shermanoakslutheran.org