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In you, Lord, is our hope.
And we shall never hope in vain.
~ Morning Prayer, Book of Common Prayer
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Bach 2 School Bash: How do you make refugee and low-income kids smile as they prepare for the return to school? You throw them a bash complete with backpacks, school supplies, professional portraits, haircuts, food, shoes and the love of Christ! That's what our Diocesan Service Coalition did last Saturday, led by Heather Smith of St. Mark's, City Heights. This is a wonderful example of the diocese working together as one to share the good news of God's love.
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Audit Classes at the New School for Ministry
 Registration is open to all who wish to audit classes starting Saturday, September 7 at the School for Ministry. The fall classes are: Hebrew Bible 1, Preaching, Liturgics 1, and the Vocation of the Deacon. Details are available on the School's website: www.sfmedsd.org. Space is limited to seven people who will audit the classes alongside postulants for diaconal and priestly ordination. Commitment to the entire semester is required. All applications are reviewed by the dean. If you interested in learning more about these classes or about the School in general, please contact Dean of Studies Simon Mainwaring.
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 Redbook Updates It's time to update your church entry for The Episcopal Church Annual, also known as "The Red Book." Please Update Here. You will need your UEID number and password. Questions? Contact Bobbi Hoff, 619-481-5454.
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 Campaign Kick-Off Event Save the date! On Friday, February 21 we will kick off our diocesan capital campaign to create mentorships for new clergy members, fund an endowment for congregational loans and grants, and renovate the Episcopal Church Center in Ocean Beach. We're planning a festive 40th Annual Diocesan Convention graced by Presiding Bishop Katharine Jefferts Schori to celebrate this momentous occasion. This is not a fundraising event. We hope you can come. Learn more about the campaign: www.edsd.org/servingchurch and look for online registration in September!
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UTO Sunday United Thank Offering Sunday will be Sunday, October 20. Now is the time to pass out mite boxes and begin allowing your congregation to express its gratitude! More Information
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Support Your Seafarers A diocesan institution, Mission to Seafarers, requests your support on an important bill that ensures standards for decent working conditions for seafarers, among other things. The U.S. Senate has not ratified the bill despite endorsements by the Coast Guard and maritime unions. Please contact your senator by email. For more information, click here.
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A Different Kind of Campus Ministry It's been a busy year for campus ministry, and we've undergone significant transformation. This fall, after watching several students graduate the previous two years, we knew our regular Wednesday night group would be smaller than usual, with only a handful of regular attendees. And despite a deliberate push for increased visibility on campus-new signage, business cards, and a website-our willingness to welcome students wasn't enough. Continue
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 Daughters of the King Fall Assembly
Saturday, September 7, 9:30 a.m. - Join the Daughters of the King at Good Shepherd, Hemet for a Visit to the Holy Land. Bonnie Stroock will present captivating photos of holy land pilgrimage sites. All are welcome. For more information or to RSVP, contact Mae Kraemer. Good Shepherd is located at 308 E. Acacia Ave., Hemet, 92543.
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 International Day of Peace March On Saturday, September 21, the United Nation's International Day of Peace, you're invited to join the Diocesan Service Coalition for a Peace March and Evensong. Meet in front of the San Diego Museum of Art in Balboa Park at 4 p.m. and then march with the group to St Paul's Cathedral for a special Prayers for Peace service at 5 p.m. A reception with peace-themed activities will follow the service. Visit the diocesan website for more information or contact Sarah Shealy Stump. Official Website
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 Hard Hat and Brown Bag Tours Saturday, September 21, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join us for the first hard hat tour of the Episcopal Church Center, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego. Bring your brown bag lunch and get the nuts-and-bolts tour of the facilities that house dynamic servant ministries, the new School for Ministry and eventually, the Office of the Bishop. Transportation available. Other dates and times are available by appointment. RSVP to Canon Nancy Holland, 619-823-8998. All welcome!
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 Afternoon Tea and Evensong You are invited to afternoon tea and Evensong at the Episcopal Church Center on four upcoming Sundays. Tea begins promptly at 3 p.m. followed by an Evensong. Each Sunday features a different choir from around the diocese and celebrates a different saint. These gatherings are opportunities to learn about the future home of the Office of the Bishop and the current home of the School for Ministry. The dates are: September 22, October 13, November 10 and December 22. If your congregation's choir would like to participate, please contact Canon Nancy Holland, 619-823-8998.
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 Stewardship 101 Bishop Mathes and Jerry Cambell, Episcopal Church Foundation consultant, will lead this workshop to support your annual stewardship campaign. Bring your stewardship plan, or an outline, and receive individual consultation. Every congregation requesting a grant for operational support must attend. RSVP by emailing registrar@edsd.org and include "Stewardship 101" in the subject line. For more information, visit the diocesan website.
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 Happening #61 High school Episcopalians from throughout our diocese will gather for this deeply personal and connective spiritual retreat. All youth are welcome to attend. Friday, October 4 - Sunday, October 6 at St. Andrew's, 4816 Glen St., La Mesa. Learn More and Register Here
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Retired Clergy Annual Gathering
- St. David's, San Diego on Wednesday, October 23
- St. Margaret's, Palm Desert on Wednesday, November 6
A gathering of retired clergy and spouses/partners as well as surviving spouses/partners will be held both in San Diego and Palm Desert. Both events are from 10:15 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and feature time with Bishop Mathes, a Eucharist and a sumptuous luncheon. $15 per person. Make your reservation with Bobbi Hoff for the San Diego event or Dan Rondeau for the Palm Desert event. Questions? Contact Chaplains to Retired Clergy Al and Stephanie Smith.
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+Community Relations Coordinator St. Michael's, Carlsbad is looking for part-time support of community relations. View post
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+Lowrey Imperial Organ An organ in excellent condition is available for purchase on the Bishop's List. View post
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Safeguarding God's People
This one-day training is required for all clergy members, lay employees as well as some lay leaders. It teaches how exploitation and harassment occur, the awareness we need to prevent such occurrences and should it occur, how to respond. The registration cost is $35 and includes lunch and materials. Learn more about the training here: www.edsd.org/safeguarding.
Saturday, September 14 at St. Bartholomew's, Poway Saturday, October 26 at St. Peter's, Del Mar
Saturday, February 8 at St. John's, Indio
Saturday, March 22 at St. David's, San Diego Register
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An Introduction to Hinduism
Thursdays, September 12 - November 14 -- This ten-week course explores Francis Clooney's Hindu Wisdom for All God's Children. $100 plus the cost of the book. Sister Marie Louise Flick, RSCJ will lead the class, which will be held 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Episcopal Church Center, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego.
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Fall Qi Gong Classes
Wednesdays, September 4 - October 23, 6:30 p.m. St. Bartholomew's, Poway invites you to attend this 8-week, low-impact exercise class open to anyone over the age of 16. Learn this self-healing art that combines gentle movements, relaxed breathing, meditation and self-massage. $25 for the 8-week program. Register by emailing Al Guglielmo. St. Bartholomew's is located at 16274 Pomerado Road, Poway.
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John August Swanson Art Exhibition and Sale
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The Procession
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Friday, September 13 - Sunday, September 15
Join the people of St. James by-the-Sea early on Friday evening for a private artist reception ($20) and on Saturday and Sunday afternoons to view and purchase Mr. Swanson's exceptional works, some of which are on exhibit at the Vatican, the Tate in London and the Smithsonian. The event will be held at St. James, in the library, chapel and in the courtyard. All proceeds will support Casa Cornelia Law Center and the St. James Visual Arts Fund, which provides free legal aid to victims of human rights and civil rights violations. For more information, contact St. James: 858-459-3421, info@sjbts.org or visit the Facebook Event.
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| Flu Shot Clinic
The health and wellness ministry at St. Bartholomew's, Poway invites you to get your flu shot on Sunday, September 8 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. $20. Medicare users should bring their insurance cards and original Medicare cards. The church is located at 16275 Pomerado Rd, Poway.
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 Altar Guild General Meeting Province VIII (our province) invites all altar guild members to a weekend of workshops and worship at the beautiful Dumas Bay Retreat Center, just minutes from SeaTac airport. The meeting begins with registration at 3 p.m. on Friday, Sep. 6 and continues through Sunday, Sep. 8. Topics include: how to start a diocesan altar guild, disaster preparedness for altar guilds and others. A Sunday tour of St. Mark's Cathedral and the diocesan sewing room is an available add-on. Registration deadline: Thursday, August 15. Questions? Contact Albe Larson, 650-888-8897.
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