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We thank you for setting us at tasks which demand our best efforts, and for leading us to accomplishments which satisfy and delight us.
~Book of Common Prayer
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Video of the Month
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The Episcopal Church Center in Ocean Beach Featured on KPBS: Watch this heart-warming 3:22 video produced by Kenny Goldberg of KPBS to learn what's going on at the Center in OB. Then join us for a hard hat tour or afternoon tea and Evensong this weekend.
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Hard Hat Tour
Saturday, October 12, 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. Come to the Episcopal Church Center for a nuts-and-bolts tour. Other dates and times by appointment. Transportation available. To RSVP contact Canon for Mission Enterprise Nancy Holland, 619-823-8998.
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Afternoon Tea & Evensong
 Please join us for afternoon tea that begins at 3 p.m. Afterward, the All Souls' choir will sing as we celebrate the feast day of St. Luke, Sunday, October 13 at the Episcopal Church Center, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, 92107. A storyteller will bring to life the stories of St. Luke. All are welcome. Transportation available. RSVP to Canon for Mission Enterprise Nancy Holland, 619-823-8998.
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Young Adult Service Project
All young adults (20s and 30s) are invited to a service project on Saturday, October 12, 1 p.m. - 4 p.m. at St. Peter's, Del Mar. We invite you to bake cookies for inmates. Kairos, the prison ministry, will distribute them later this month. While the cookies bake, we'll hang out, play games and taste test! All are welcome! For more information, contact Rebecca Gantzer.
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Ordinations
Your presence and prayers are requested for two upcoming ordinations. On Saturday, October 19 at 10 a.m. at St. Paul's Cathedral, the Rev. Colin Mathewson and the Rev. Laurel Mathewson will be ordained to the priesthood. On Saturday, November 9 at 10 a.m. at Christ Church, Coronado, the Rev. Michael Stone will be ordained to the priesthood. Luncheon to follow. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
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United Thank Offering Sunday
United Thank Offering (UTO) Sunday is October 20. We hope you have passed out mite boxes and have allowed your congregation to express its gratitude. Now is the time to gather in all those gifts of gratitude. More Information.
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All Saints' Day Service
Saturday, October 26 at All Saints' Cemetery, 200 Peyri Road, Oceanside, 1 p.m. - 2 p.m. Bishop Mathes will preside over this annual service honoring all the saints. All welcome.
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Safeguarding God's People
This one-day workshop is required for all clergy and some lay leaders; it teaches how exploitation and harassment occur, the awareness we need to prevent such occurrences, and - should exploitation or harassment occur - how to respond. $35 per person; includes lunch and materials. Learn more about who is required to attend here: www.edsd.org/safeguarding. If you have questions, please contact Hannah Wilder, hwilder@edsd.org or 619-481-5456. Saturday, October 26 at St. Peter's, Del Mar. Register.
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Communicators Gathering
 James Martin, president and chief operation officer of Monk Development will speak about mobile site development, web 2.0, and user-friendly interfaces. If you have a specific question, please send it to Hannah. Wednesday, November 6 at the Church Center, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, 92107, 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. RSVP to Hannah Wilder, 619-481-5456. Bring your lunch or request from Hannah a deli sandwich or salad for $5.
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40TH ANNUAL DIOCESAN CONVENTION
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Register for Diocesan Convention
 $65 Convention registration is available until October 31. 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. Early Registration: $65 until October 31; Registration: $75 until December 31; Late Registration: $95 until February 15 REGISTER HERE
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Lodging
 Our 40th Annual Diocesan Convention will be held at the DoubleTree in Mission Valley, 7450 Hazard Center Dr., San Diego. Newly-renovated, sound-proofed guestrooms, heated indoor/outdoor pools, fitness center, and tennis court will make your stay a pleasant one. Enjoy a reduced room rate for convention attendees of $129/night plus $12/night for parking. To take advantage of this discount, book your reservation online using this link: 40th Annual Diocesan Convention Lodging. The deadline to reserve your room is Tuesday, January 21.
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ONLINE CONVENTION INFORMATION
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Stewardship 101
 Bishop Mathes presented stewardship tips for congregations at a morning workshop last month. If you missed it, and would like to see the presentation, the video is below:  | |
Stewardship 101
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Local Episcopal Bookstore
Our local, mobile Episcopal bookstore, K-B Books, now has an online presence. Visit the new website today.
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Comforting Cards
Need an uplifting or inspiring thought? Know someone who does? iComfort Village cards will do just that. Full of stunning photographs by Linda Wendfeldt, parishioner at St. James, La Jolla, and comforting messages, these cards bring peace and hope. Learn more: www.icomfortvillage.com.
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Office of the Bishop Seeks Volunteer
This person offers hospitality to visitors, answers incoming calls, and assists with mail processing. Familiarity with Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel helpful. Flexible hours within our open hours: 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Help is most needed Tuesday - Thursday. Please contact Julie Young, 619-481-5453.
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Christmas Wreath Fundraiser
Beautiful holiday decorations,
made by the youth of the diocese. We will make the wreaths on Saturday,
Dec. 7 and deliver them to your church on Sunday, Dec. 8. Ask the youth in your congregation when they'll be available for pick up or schedule a pick up with them. Donations are $25 a wreath and all proceeds support diocesan youth ministries for Happening scholarships. Prepayment is suggested. Payment can be made in the form of cash or checks. Make checks payable to Episcopal Diocese of San Diego (or EDSD) Memo: Happening. For more information, contact Alex Tuttle.
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Dorcas House
An anonymous donor has generously stepped up and offered to match, dollar-for-dollar, every gift to Dorcas House from now until Tuesday, October 15. This means that your donation goes twice as far to love, clothe, feed and educate the foster children in Tijuana living at Dorcas House. Learn more and donate: www.dorcashousefriends.org Also, join a Halloween trip to visit the kids on Saturday, October 19, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. For more information, contact Suzanne Warren.
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Julia and Neil Riley
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What's Cookin' at Camp Stevens?
Join Camp Stevens in welcoming Neil Riley as the new executive chef and food service director. An Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts graduate, Neil brings with him experience in both the food service industry, as well as within the Episcopal Church, having served for ten years as director of faith formation in the Diocese of Colorado. We are excited to welcome Neil and Julia to our community, and invite you to come enjoy his kitchen creativity! www.campstevens.org
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CONGREGATIONAL ANNOUNCEMENTS
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 Ramona Fall Bazaar Saturday, October 19, 7 a.m. - 3 p.m. The people of the diocese are welcome to our 19th Annual Fall Bazaar. Featuring homemade, gourmet soups, quiche, baked goodies, free coffee, an opportunity drawing for a handmade king/queen quilt and much more! For more information, call 760-789-0890. |
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Chanting-Prayer and Community Breakfast
Saturday, October 19 at 8:20 a.m. With the chapel at St. Paul's Cathedral closed for renovation, the Lauds chanting group this month has moved to the Little Monastery of the Way, home of the Episcopal solitary Benedictine nun, Sister Karla Maria. We'll chant in the chapel and enjoy a simple, warm breakfast and fellowship immediately following. For those planning to attend St. Paul's for the ordination of the Mathewsons at 10 a.m., we'll finish breakfast by 9:30; St. Paul's is less than 15 minutes away. Come to listen or join in the chanting of a form of morning prayer. Lauds is a quietly beautiful and peaceful ancient monastic office (prayer service) sung in the morning. Please RSVP to Sr. Karla Maria, 858-277-7543, who will reply with the address, directions, and parking information.
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Alzheimer's Forum at St. Bartholomew's
The health and wellness committee of St. Bartholomew's, Poway announces a mini-seminar on Alzheimer's disease on Sunday, October 27, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Holly Pobst, gerontologist and certified administrator for residential care facilities for the elderly, will lead the discussion. She is an expert on aging issues and has worked with elderly clients in senior care for over 20 years. Holly will discuss the ten signs of dementia and early detection. All are welcome.
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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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Pie & Coffee Tutoring Fundraiser
Join us on Saturday, November 2, 2 - 4 p.m. for pie and coffee at Cafe Calabria, 3933 30th St., San Diego, 92104 to learn more about the impact that the tutoring program has on refugee students. $10. All proceeds benefit the tutoring program.
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