Clergy News: clergy conference, women's luncheon, wine tasting

All women clergy of the Diocese are invited to attend a luncheon for a time of friendship and food with one another. Hosted by St. Anne's, Oceanside, the Rev. Dr. Judith Allison and the Rev. Carolyn Richardson. Please RSVP by September 20, if possible. But please know you are welcome to attend until the last minute. We know your schedules are unpredictable sometimes! RSVP to Carolyn Richardson.

Schedule

(10:00 come for coffee or tea, if you wish)

10:30 brief worship

11:00 - 12:00 time to talk a bit, casual

12:00 - 1:00 lunch

Thursday, September 22

St. Anne's, Oceanside

10:30am - 1:00pm

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Clergy Conference featuring Lisa Kimball

Clergy Conference is fast approaching. We will gather Monday - Wednesday, October 3-5, 2011.

Professor Lisa Kimball will give the keynote address on the theme, "Beyond Bells, Whistles and Walls: Christian Formation Across the Lifespan."

Bishop Mathes encourages everyone to stay at the retreat center.

Questions? Contact the Rev. Canon Suzann Holding, 619-481-5452.

October 3-5

Vina de Lestonnac Retreat Center

39300 De Portola Road

Temecula 92591

Lisa Kimball talks about Episcopal Relief & Development Christian Formation Program

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Wine Tasting for El Salvador

Wine tasting and silent auction to help those most in need.

Join us for an evening of wine tasting as we welcome the bishop of the Diocese of El Salvador, the Rt. Rev. Martin Barahona and Noah Bullock, the executive director of Foundacion Cristosal, the non-profit organization that supports the Salvadoran diocese. All are welcome! Bring your friends!

Funds raised will support programs that empower young women in gang territories and community organizing in shanty communities on the outskirts of San Salvador.

There will be a wine tasting and silent auction of typical items made in the communities Cristosal works with (e.g. kites, pottery, hammocks). Please enjoy this opportunity to speak with Bishop Barahona, and learn more about our companion diocese of El Salvador. Noah Bullock will give a brief presentation about Cristosal's hands-on work.

View Cristosal's web site

For questions and to purchase tickets, please contact Alexandra Howard.

Saturday, October 1

Episcopal Church Center

2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd, Ocean Beach

7:00pm - 9:00pm

$20 in advance. $30 at the door

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Formed for Mission: Learning About Baptism, Confirmation and the Teaching Church

Crossing the Jordan River; come hear about fresh ideas for our Church.

Join Bishop Mathes as he shares the fruits of his sabbatical. While at Virginia Theological Seminary, our bishop focused his studies on the rites of baptism, confirmation and exploring ways to be a teaching church. As a scholar-in-residence, he began a manuscript that is now being edited for publication. The book explores what it means to baptize, to confirm and particularly to initiate adults into these ancient rituals. Come hear about his studies, thoughts and ideas for the future. This is an opportunity to respond to the bishop's work and give your input. Join in the conversation. All are welcome. For more information, contact Bobbi Hoff.

Wednesday, October 12

Trinity, Escondido

7-8:30 p.m.

Thursday, October 20,

St. Paul's Cathedral

7-8:30 p.m.

Wednesday, October 26,

St. Margaret's, Palm Desert

5-6:30 p.m.

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Safeguarding God's People

Diocesan training to help prevent sexual misconduct.

Safeguarding God's People teaches how exploitation and harassment occur, the awareness we need to prevent such occurrences, and - should exploitation or harassment occur - how to respond.

All sessions run from 8:30am - 4:00pm and include lunch and materials. $30. For more information, contact Registrar Isabel Lynne, 619-481-5455.

Saturday, September 24

St. David's, San Diego

Saturday, October 22

Good Shepherd, Bonita

Saturday, January 21
St. Paul in-the-Desert, Palm Springs

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Dignity and Diversity: Anti-Racism

The Rev. Eric Law is renowned for his excellent workshops on a sensitive subject.

This invaluable workshop explores what culture is and why we have cultural differences; cultural differences' impacts on leadership; theological reflection on multicultural leadership; and developing a spirituality for leadership in a diverse, changing world.

The training fulfills the requirement for anti-racism training for all clergy, professional staff and those elected or appointed to positions of leadership on committees, commissions, agencies and boards, in compliance with general convention resolutions.

The Rev. Eric H. F. Law, an ordained Episcopalian priest, will lead the training. He founded the Kaleidoscope Institute, in order to develop competent leadership in a diverse, changing world. He is an internationally known consultant and trainer in multicultural ministry and building inclusive communities. He is also a photographer, playwright, and composer.

Friday, November 18 and Saturday, November 19

St. Paul in-the-Desert, Palm Springs

$25, includes three meals

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Fall Messenger Online

The 2011 fall issue of the Diocesan Messenger is now available online. It should post next week. This issue focuses on global mission and reaching out beyond our borders. Articles about our companion relationship with the Diocese of El Salvador; mission work happening in Africa, Mexico, Haiti; news of Bishop Mathes' travels while on sabbatical; a fall calendar and more are included.

If you do not receive our quarterly newsletter at your home and would like to, please send your current mailing address to Hannah Wilder.

View the Fall 2011 Messenger Here

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"Clergy News" is Bishop Mathes' main mode of communication with clergy in the Diocese of San Diego. It is a free, weekly, informational email. Questions? Contact Hannah Miller: 619-481-5456. Thank you for reading.