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mission share pledges due nov. 15
Thank you to the congregations that have already sent in their mission share pledges! All clergy in charge of congregations received letters and pledge forms the first week of October. This year's deadline is Nov. 15 since the diocesan budget is slated to be approved at the Dec. 8 meeting of Executive Council. The diocese plans to provide even greater resources to our churches next year, including:
- Evangelism: Evangelism-in-a-Kit rollout; Welcoming Newcomers class; creation of a diocesan personal evangelism plan
- Conflict Resolution: conflict resolution training programs and mediation for congregations in conflict
- Formation: School for Ministry launch
- Financial Administration and Communication: continued trainings, consultations and audits
- Human Resources: job descriptions, letters of offer, personnel handbook templates, employment law training and compliance
- Transitional Ministries: consultants to a record number of congregations
This work is not possible without the mission share pledges of the congregations. Please consider increasing your percentage of giving to the diocese. The bishop or a member of the budget committee or executive council is happy to meet with your vestry or bishop's committee to share these plans in greater detail. Contact Canon for Finance and Diocesan Treasurer Julie Young for more information.
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diocesan convention
Deadline for Canonical Changes If you would like to submit changes to the diocesan canons and constitution, you must submit them by Nov. 1. For more information, contact Bobbi Hoff, 619-481-5454. For information about the convention, visit our website.
Lay Delegate Certificates All lay delegate certificates were due on October 1. Please submit yours today to Bobbi Hoff, 619-481-5454.
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open enrollment
Open enrollment for health insurance is October 1 - Nov. 21. Plan descriptions, pricing and enrollment forms are available on the diocesan website. Each congregation is obligated to inform eligible employees of open enrollment. An open enrollment webinar will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 3 p.m. More Information
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making news
- St. Stephen's, Menifee was featured on local blogs for opening their campus to NAACP meetings.
- St. Margaret's, Palm Desert made the nightly news on Channel 3 for its brightly lit cross on the nearby hill.
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uto ingathering
The diocesan ingathering for the United Thank Offering has been designated as October 28. To order materials or find other resources, visit the UTO page on the denominational web site.
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employment opportunities
St. David's, Clairemont seeks a part-time children's and youth minister. More Information
St. Andrew's, Pacific Beach seeks a part-time office administrator. More Information
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ministering to military
"We offer our voices and presence to confront the brokenness in our lives, and the systems of which we are a part, with the healing and transforming power of the love of Jesus Christ," (page 3, Mission Plan).
Military Ministry Forum Local churches and faith communities are essential resources to help restore family relationships and deepen spiritual well being. You are invited to join others to gain resources and inspiration to support military ministries. Saturday, October 27 at The Rock, 2277 Rosecrans St., San Diego, 92106. 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. More Information
Gown Gathering Grand Slam! Last week, Bishop Mathes and Terri Mathes asked the people of our diocese for donations of gently used gowns and party attire. The gowns were for the wives of wounded marines who recently relocated to San Diego and were invited to a Wounded Warriors ball. Terri Mathes writes, "thanks to all the beautiful people who mobilized on short notice . . . for sending a little beauty and light to these young women during a dark time." continue reading
Resource for Unemployed Veterans Help vets get jobs by publicizing the Veterans Retraining Assistance Program (VRAP). Please post this link in your bulletins, enewsletters and web sites to help our heroes get the training they deserve:
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safeguarding god's people
This one-day workshop is required for all clergy and some lay leaders and teaches how exploitation and harrassment occur, the awareness we need to prevent such occurrances, and - should exploitation or harrassment occur - how to respond. $30 per person; in cludes lunch and materials. Learn more about who is required to attend here.
Saturday, October 27
St. Thomas of Canterbury Episcopal Church
44651 Avenida de Missiones, Temecula, 92592
8:30am - 4:00pm
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save the dates
Mark your calendar for these important upcoming 2012 events:
October 27: All Saints' Day Service at All Saints' Cemetery in Oceanside.
October 28: United Thank Offering Ingathering. Resources.
November 8: Retired Clergy Gathering at the Episcopal Church Center. Please RSVP to Bobbi Hoff, 619-481-5454.
November 10: Eucharistic Visitor Training at St. Peter's, Del Mar. Contact Travis Thomas, 619-481-5455.
November 11: Armed Forces Evensong at St. Paul's Cathedral.
November 15: Retired Clergy Gathering at St. Paul, Palm Springs. RSVP to Bobbi Hoff, 619-481-5454.
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rest in peace: the rev. kent pinneo
The Rev. Kent Pinneo died on October 20. He served St. Hugh's, Idyllwild and St. Michael's, Carlsbad and he is survived by his wife, Karen. Funeral arrangements will be published soon. Eternal rest grant unto him, O God, and may light perpetual shine upon him.
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