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We are those of little faith sometimes, O God,
your vulnerable and fragile people.
Forgive us and build us up in hope and faith,
that we may be true to our calling.
~ In God's Hands, Common Prayer for the World
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Farewell Father Thayer: St. Bartholomew's, Poway said good-bye to their much-loved rector, the Rev. Fred Thayer, who retired this summer. Greg Tuttle created this lively video that captures Father Thayer's ministry over the years. Enjoy!
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 Convention Registration Now Open
$65 Convention registration is available until October 31. Online registration is now open. All are encouraged to register early for both convention and the gala dinner. The dinner, which occurs on Friday, February 21, serves as the capital campaign kick-off event. While the cost of dinner has been covered by generous campaign donors, you must register online, print your ticket and bring it with you in order to be admitted. For convention delegates, all registration is online this year and the costs are: Early Registration: $65 until October 31; Registration: $75 until December 31 and Late Registration: $95 until February 15.
REGISTER HERE
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 Prayer Flags for Convention
As this convention celebrates our 40th anniversary, all congregations are invited to take part by creating prayer flags. Used for centuries as a means to give visual voice to our prayers, hopes and dreams, prayer flags express our prayerful nature through fabric and color. The convention planning committee invites each church to create at least 20 flags, which will adorn the courtyard at the dedication and blessing of the Episcopal Church Center on Friday, February 21. For instructions and materials, please contact Ann Wilson, 858-232-4762.
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Fall Messenger Posted
 The fall issue of the Diocesan Messenger has posted. This issue focuses on formation and education in general, and our new diocesan School for Ministry, specifically. If you would like to receive the Messenger, or to update your information, please send your mailing address to Hannah Wilder.
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Growing Latino Ministry Across the Diocese
We welcome the Rev. Colin Mathewson as the diocesan missioner for Hispanic ministry. In his role, Fr. Mathewson supports the several Spanish-speaking communities across the diocese from Yuma to Lake Elsinore. He is available for consultation with parishes interested in reaching out to Hispanic neighbors. The U.S. is the second-largest Hispanic country in the world (45 million) behind Mexico (108 million) and ahead of Spain (40 million) (source:Episcopal Strategic Plan to Reach Latinos/Hispanics). Now is the time to consider how best to invite our Hispanic brothers and sisters into Christian fellowship with us! For more information, or to join an email list with occasional updates on Hispanic ministry in San Diego, contact Fr. Mathewson, mathewsonc@stpaulcathedral.org, 619-977-8173. |
 Fearless Love T-shirts
We have a new batch of blue, Fearless Love T-shirts with the diocesan logo on the back available for $10 each. Soft, pre-washed and comfortable, these T-shirts make a bold statement about who we are as a diocese. Be a part of it! Contact Hannah Wilder to purchase. |
Supporting Young Adult Ministry Across the Diocese
We welcome the Rev. Laurel Mathewson as the diocesan missioner for young adult ministry (Laurel also serves as a curate at St. Paul's Cathedral). She will support congregations as they consider how to best minister to and with those ages 18-40 in their particular context, and facilitate learning and cooperation among churches in close geographic proximity. She is also available for consultation with congregations interested in reaching out to young adults for the first time (or the first time in an long time). For more information, or to join an email list with occasional updates on young adult ministry in our diocese, contact Laurel: mathewsonl@stpaulcathedral.org, 650-804-2391.
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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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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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 Rest in Peace
On Friday, September 27, we will remember the Rev. Ned Kellogg at his memorial service at 11 a.m. at St. Bartholomew's, 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway. All are invited. Clergy, please vest in cassock, surplice and white stoles. Eternal rest grant unto him, O Lord, and may light perpetual shine upon him. Amen.
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 Stewardship 101
Bishop Mathes 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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Upcoming  Ordinations
Saturday, October 19, 10 a.m. at St. Paul's Cathedral. The Rev. Colin Mathewson and the Rev. Laurel Mathewson will be ordained to the priesthood.
Saturday, November 9, 10 a.m. at Christ Church, Coronado. The Rev. Michael Stone will be ordained to the priesthood. Luncheon following.
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 Hard Hat and Brown Bag Tours
Saturday, October 12, 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Join us for a 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. 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: October 13, November 10 and December 22. If you would like to attend, have questions or need transportation, contact Nancy Holland, 619-823-8998.
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Kairos Outside High Tea
With music and servers, this high tea will benefit Kairos Outside, a ministry to support women who have been incarcerated or who have a loved one who is incarcerated. Sandwiches, scones, desserts and tea, along with testimonials from women about Kairos. Door prizes. Saturday, October 19 at St. Andrew's, 890 Balour Dr., Encinitas, 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. $15. Children over 12 are welcome. For tickets or information, please contact Linda Lyons.
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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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Bach Collegium Opens San Diego Season at St. James, La Jolla
The Bach Collegium invites you to the opening of its eleventh season. Ruben Valenzuela will direct pieces by Bach, Handel and Muffat. The concerts begin at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $10-$40. The performance on Friday, September 27 will take place at St. James, 743 Prospect St., La Jolla. The performance on Saturday, September 28 will be at the San Diego History Center in Balboa Park. All are welcome to attend pre-concert discussions at 6:45 p.m. for both concerts. For tickets and information, visit: bachcollegiumsd.org.
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My Beautiful: Dorcas House Art Show
You are invited to celebrate impressions of beauty by the children of Dorcas House on Saturday, September 28 at St. Paul's Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego at 4 p.m. Wine and cheese reception. Donations made at the art show will be matched by an anonymous donor. In fact from now until October 15, all contributions will be matched dollar-for-dollar and any recurring donation made through the Dorcas House website will be matched three-fold. Donate Here and make your Dorcas dollars go even further!
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Art Immersion at St. Mark's
Immerse yourself in art for the eyes, music for the ears, poetry for the soul and food for the senses at the Art Immersion on Saturday, September 28, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. The exhibition will showcase fine art and crafts by local artists, including Kathleen Thomson, Anne Curo, and William Stothers. Admission is $20 which includes food and a complimentary beverage. St. Mark's, 4227 Fairmount Avenue, San Diego CA 92105. Proceeds support the outreach missions of St. Mark's, City Heights. For more information, call 619-283-6242 or e-mail stmarksoffice@prodigy.net.
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100% San Diego Features Episcopalian Talent
100% San Diego is a customized, reality-based piece by the German theatre group Rimini Protokoll, in which San Diego County's population is represented on stage by 100 San Diegans including the Rev. Canon Allisyn Thomas, sub-dean at St. Paul's Cathedral and Ms. Christine D'Amico, associate for children, youth and family ministry at St. Paul's Cathedral! Each participant is chosen according to select statistical criteria that reflect the city's demographics from census data. These 100 citizens create a living, breathing portrait of San Diego: a whole city on stage, part theatre, part reality, 100% San Diego. La Jolla Playhouse, Thursday, October 3 - Sunday, October 6. For tickets and showtimes, visit: lajollaplayhouse.org.
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Finding The Constant
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Sunday, October 13 at 4 p.m.
The people of St. Bartholomew's, Poway welcome you to a jazz performance like no other. Finding the Constant blends original songs with contemporary jazz including an eclectic mix of popular songs by Sting, Jack Johnson and Melody Gardot. Suggested donation for this concert, which is part of the fall concert series at St. Bartholomew's, is $10. The church is located at 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway. For more information, contact Louise Lawson.
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Sources for Immediate Help
Because the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego is a member of TENS, you have access to the 2013 stewardship narrative series, a program designed to complement and support fall annual giving programs. The series is available in English, Spanish, Chinese and Korean. To access the material, click here and enter the username, generous and the password, giving. If you have any questions, please contact the Faithful Giving chairperson, Kathleen Kelly.
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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, 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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Logos Bible Study
Dr. Creasy will teach an ecumenical Bible study class on Tuesdays, 7p.m. - 9p.m. at Our Mother of Confidence, 3131 Governor Dr., San Diego, beginning on September 24. $85 for all ten weeks. For more information, visit: Logos Bible Study.
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Egypt: The Truth Behind the Headlines, An Insider's Perspective
St. James by-the-Sea and the World Affairs Council invite you to a special presentation about Egypt. Sunday, September 29, 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. at the Cuvier Club, 7776 Eads Ave., La Jolla. Meet the speaker, Mr. Emad Samir, distinguished Egyptologist and biblical scholar, and enjoy complimentary Egyptian fare. For more information, contact Rewa Soltan, 858-457-5759.
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Golf Outing for St. Thomas of Canterbury
Friday, October 11, 10 a.m. $100/golfer. Proceeds from this golf outing benefit the work of St. Thomas of Canterbury, including food drives for the Temecula/Murrieta Community Pantry, pet food drives for seniors, and Rancho Damacitas, a home that provides residential treatment for abused children. The course, Journey at Pechanga, is nestled among the ancestral land of the Pechanga band of Luiseno Indians. WorldGolf.com says, "Great care was taken in creating the course to preserve the beautiful land that has been home to the Pechanga tribe for countless generations." Join us for breathtaking views, and to make the world a little bit better. For more information, call the church office: 951-302-4566 or visit the website.
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Fall Festival in El Centro
The 54th Annual Fall Festival is dedicated to all who make the Imperial Valley a good place to live. Beer and wine tasting, cheeses and pates, art show, live music, non-alcoholic punch. Thursday, October 24 at Sts. Peter & Paul, El Centro. 7p.m. - 10 p.m.. $25. For tickets, contact Frances Rice, 760-357-2442.
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Putt-Putt Palooza
This miniature golf tournament is open to all members of the diocese. Proceeds purchase new shoes for school children in Rancho Penasquitos. Sponsored by St. Timothy's Episcopal Church. Each foursome is $100. Snacks, drinks and prizes after every round. Sunday, October 27 at Boomers, 6999 Clairemont Mesa Blvd., San Diego. Challenge your friends. Bring your neighbors! For more information, contact the Rev. Wilfredo Crespo.
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From Episcopal News Service