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God, when the thought of you
wakes in our hearts,
let its awakening
not be like a startled bird
that flies about in fear.
Instead, let it be like a child
waking from sleep
with a heavenly smile.
~ Soren Kierkegaard
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FEATURED PHOTO
Squash for Everyone High school youth from Christ Church, Coronado helped harvest squash in the gardens at Camp Stevens.
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Misson Share Pledges Due November 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. |
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. A free webinar on this topic will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 7 at 3 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 dozen or so gowns donated went to the wives of Wounded Warriors. 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 |
New Cristosal Website Please visit Foundation Cristosal's new website: www.cristosal.org Learn how Cristosal is making a difference in communities in El Salvador, in conjunction with our companion diocese, Iglesia Anglicana El Salvador. If you are interested in working with Cristosal in San Diego, please contact Alexandra Howard.
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Updated Diocesan Cycle of Prayer We updated the prayer calendar, which begins Advent I, Sunday, Dec. 2. Find the udpate diocesan prayer calendar on the website.
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| Veterans Retraining Assistance Program Please let your congregations know about the VRAP by sharing this link with them: http://benefits.va.gov/vow/education.htm The retraining program helps unemployed veterans get the skills they need to compete for good jobs in today's marketplace.
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Leadership for Episcopal Relief & Development (ERD) ERD seeks a diocesan coordinator to serve as liaison to our diocese, and to help promote ERD here. A volunteer ministry, this person affects people throughout our church and around the world. For more information, please contact the Rev. Canon Suzann Holding.
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Update Your Redbook Listing! It is time to update your church entry for the 2012 edition of The Episcopal Church Annual, otherwise called, "The Red Book." The deadline is December 10, 2012. Questions? Contact Bobbi Hoff, 619-481-5454. Update Here
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DIOCESAN CONVENTION
"Mission: Possible" on Friday, February 8 to Saturday, February 9 at St. Margaret's, 47535 Highway 74, Palm Desert
Deadline for Changes to Canon & Constitution are due Thursday, Nov. 1. Submit proposed changes to Bobbi Hoff, 619-481-5454.
Call for Workshop Proposals Have you considered leading a workshop at diocesan convention? If so, please send your proposal to the Rev. Terry Dirbas with the following information: name, phone, proposed workshop title, anticipated presenter, preferred room setup (include AV needs), publications you recommend for those attending, and preferred time slot. Please plan to provide your own screen, projector, laptop and extension cords. We are especially interested in areas of outreach, advocacy, worship, formation and evangelism. All proposals will be reviewed by the workshop committee and responded to within one week of submission.
Lay Delegate Certificates All lay delegate certificates for diocesan convention were due on October 1. Please submit them right away to Bobbi Hoff, 619-481-5454.
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CLASSES
Safeguarding God's People This one-day course teaches people how exploitation occurs and what to do if it does occur. Sessions include lunch and materials. $30 per person. 8:30 a.m. Refreshment. 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Training. Saturday, October 27 at St. Thomas, 44561 Avenida de Missiones, Temecula. Register
Course on Compassion A book study group focusing on Twelve Steps to a Compassionate Life by Karen Armstrong. $84 for the course and book. For more information, by contacting Nancy Holland, 619-823-8998. Thursdays, Sep. 27-Nov. 8, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
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Eucharistic Visitor Training HLearn how to take the Eucharist to the homebound at this diocesan training. Saturday, Nov. 10 at St. Peter's, Del Mar, 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. in the library. $25, includes materials, refreshments and lunch. Contact Travis Thomas.
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DIOCESAN EVENTS
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Offer SOLACE to Inmates Souls Offering Love And Compassionate Ears (SOLACE) invites you to join the next visit to the Otay Mesa detention facility. Provide a much-needed listening ear to the incarcerated. Visits take place on Saturdays and Sundays, between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Contact Hilliard Harper, 858-566-8740.
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Military Ministry Forum Thousands of military personnel will return home to our diocese in the coming months, and will be faced with issues brought about by the stress of deployment. Faith communities are essential resources to help restore family relationships and deepen the spiritual well-being of our returning heroes. Join others in gaining resources and inspiration to support military and their families. Saturday, October 27, 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. The Rock Church, 2277 Rosecrans St., San Diego. More Information
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Armed Forces Evensong Honor those who have served in our military by attending this annual Evensong at St. Paul's Cathedral on Sunday, Nov. 11 at 5 p.m. The Rev. Edward Harrison, rector of Christ Church, Coronado, will give the homily.
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Diocesan Convention Come one and all to our annual diocesan convention. This year's gathering will take place at St. Margaret's, 47535 Highway 74, Palm Desert on Friday, Feb. 8 and Saturday, Feb. 9. While delegates carry out the business, families and friends are welcome to attend workshops, shop among the exhibitors and enjoy fellowship as a diocesan family. For more information, click here.
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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
+ St. Andrew's, Pacific Beach seeks a part-time office administrator
+ St. David's, Clairemont seeks a part-time children and youth minister
For information about these, and other, jobs, click here.
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CONGREGATION EVENTS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Visit Holy Cross, Carlsbad's booth at the Carlsbad Village Faire on Sunday, Nov. 4 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., on Grand Avenue between Carlsbad Blvd. and Jefferson St., and adjacent streets. Free balloons for all! For more information, click here. Please pray for sunny skies!
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Furniture Needed for Escondido Shelter The transitional shelter at Trinity, Escondido needs: sofa/loveseat (2); dining room table and 8 chairs; TV stand and DVR. This is a perfect opportunity to live out God's mission for our diocese to advocate and reach out to those in need in our community while making use of items you no longer need or want. If you can do nate any of the items mentioned above, please contact the Rev. Meg Decker, 760-743-1629 to coordinate pickup. Thank you!
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Involved With St. Mark's in the Last 10o Years? Have you been involved with St. Mark's, City Heights? If so, please contact Heather Nunnery Smith about participating in a memory book for their centennial event, which will occur July 20, 2013.
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Chula Vista October Fair Pancake breakfast, craft bazaar, bake sale and collectibles for sale. Join us! Contact Gretchen Jordan, 619-203-2217, for more information. Saturday, October 27, 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. at St. John's, 760 First St., Chula Vista.
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Fall Festival in Palm Desert St. Margaret's annual fall festival features a craft faire, pumpkins, pictures, face painting, chili cook-off and bake-off competitions, kid's corral with games, jumpies, crafts, entertainment, country dancing, barbeque, kettle corn, costume contest and more! All are welcome. Bring your friends. Sat urday, October 27, 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. For more information, contact Chet Hecht.
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Fall Festival Benefits the Episcopal Refugee Network St. Andrew's, Encinitas invites you to attend the 7th annual fall festival with chili cook-off, Green Flash beer, bake sale, silent auction, opportunity drawing, face painting, crafts for kids, apple cider, salad, cornbread and more. $15 per adult; $8 per child. S aturday, October 27, 4:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. For more information, contact Carolyn Zollars, 760-822-5164. Register and purchase tickets online.
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Trunk or Treat in Poway Start Halloween off right with a safe, fun and tasty afternoon of trick or treating from the decorated trunks of cars! A costume contest, games, prizes, a chili cook-off and more will help make this a great event. All welco me. Sunday, October 28, 4 p.m. car decorating; 4:30 p.m. treating; 5:30 p.m. chili cook-off. Free! For more information, contact Pippa Mills.
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Dia de los Muertos Bring your family and friends to this day of love, remembrance, celebration, honor, culture and fun! Activities include: a presentation on the rich history of this holiday; a community altar where you can remember a departed friend or relative; face painting, bounce house, traditional food, live music, arts, crafts and more. Hope you can join us! Saturday, Nov. 3 at St. Andrew's by-the-Sea, 1050 Thomas Avenue, San Diego, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Contact Deann Ayer.
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Benefit Concert for St. Bartholomew's Music Academy The academy has been providing music to Rancho Bernardo, Poway and the surrounding communities for 13 years, as well as providing instruction to all who want to learn. This lively, entertaining event will showcase gifted musicians while assuring the continuation of this community resource well into the futu re. Sunday, Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. St. Bartholomews', 16275 Pomerado Rd., Poway. $15 donation. For more information, contact Louise Lawson.
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Free Community Concert at Holy Cross, Carlsbad on Sunday, Nov. 11, 3 p.m. The North Coast Singers youth choirs will perform at Holy Cross! Join us for an afternoon of joyous, spirited music including holiday songs. |
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Ignored Scriptures The Rev. Canon Jack Lindquist is leading a time to reflect on liturgical readings as significant and central experiences of liturgy. This event seeks to affirm how the ministry of proclaiming the word can move ignored biblical readings to a heightened and new understanding for the Church. Come and unfold your gifts for proclaiming the word. $15/person, includes breakfast. For more information, visit http://www.sandiego.edu/ccs/events/ Saturday, Nov. 17, 8:30-11:30 a.m. at the Solomon Lecture Hall at University of San Diego.
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Free Thanksgiving Dinner The people of St. David's invite all to attend their 29th annual Thanksgiving dinner. Welcoming senior citizens and others who do not have family to share this day's meal. Sign up at the Clairemont Senior Friendship Center, 4425 Bannock St., San Diego, or call the church to reserve a spot: 619-276-4567. Transportation available at no charge. Thursday, Nov. 22 and 12 p.m.
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Mediation Skills Training Institute Conflict is a part of life. We might as well learn how to handle it! Join this week-long institute to improve your handling of interpersonal, congregational and other types of conflict. Sponsored by the Lombard Mennonite Peace Center. More Information. Nov. 12-17 at Placentia Presbyterian Church, 949 North Bradford, Placentia. |
Entries Sought for Exhibit, "Mary, Mother of Our Tribe" The Episcopal Church and Visual Arts (ECVA) seeks images for a new online exhibit honoring Mary as "Mother of our Tribe." The deadline for entries is November 1. The Rt. Rev. Steven Charleston, a member of the Choctaw Tribe and curator of the exhibit, says, "Few mothers, matriarchs of our myths, have been so confusing to us: so powerful and so trivial; so central and so peripheral; so mysterious and so obvious; so comforting and so disturbing.... But when all is said and done, Mary, who, exactly, are you? " Artists who are members of The Artists Registry at ECVA may submit up to three images to be considered . For more information, visit the ECVA website.
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"Bishop's Office Weekly" is an e-newsletter for all who are interested in the life of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego. We welcome your feedback and submissions. Please submit all pertinent information about your event/announcement, including date, time, location, cost and contact. Send to Hannah Wilder by Mondays at noon. Thank you for reading!
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