General Convention Highlights
Presiding Bishop Elect Michael Curry Preaches at General Convention (25:19)
Presiding Bishop Elect Michael Curry Preaches at General Convention (25:19) Curry assumes job responsibilities November 1, 2015. 

San Diego Clergy Colin Mathewson Preaches at General Convention (10:42)
San Diego Clergy Colin Mathewson Preaches at General Convention (10:42)

General Convention
From electing a new presiding bishop to approving marriage equality, our church's general convention made history. If you weren't able to attend, here are a few links to the highlights:
Our deputies' blog with essays and video interviews about their experiences: General Convention San Diego Style. 
Get to Know Our New Presiding Bishop (video interview: 18:17)
Tribute to Katharine Jefferts Schori (video: 5:00)
Brief article summarizing structural changes authorized by GC
General Convention approves sames-sex marriage: Synopsis article
The General Convention web pages
Diocesan News & Events
Dean James Carroll
A Note from Dean Carroll
"My gratitude to the good friends who came to Evensong on July 5 at the Cathedral to celebrate with me 60 years in the priesthood. Parishioners from All Souls', Point Loma; St. Davis's, Clairemont; and All Saints', Hillcrest were there, in addition to residents of St. Paul's Manor. And, of course, I greeted many to whom I ministered when I was Dean, and since then. The Dean, and fellow presbyters ("retired active"), Sexton, hospitality persons, and the remarkable music-makers were at the heart of the matter. What a blast!"

"Emeritus"

James Carroll
jecarroll@aol.com
School for Ministry
Information Day
Saturday, July 25, Ocean Beach
You are cordially invited to an information day about the diocesan School for Ministry. Current and past students will share their experiences and answer questions. Faculty members will teach sample classes. Bishop Mathes, Canon Thomas and Dean Mark Mann will answer questions and the Rev. Gwynn Freund, chair of the Commission on Ministry (COM), will describe the discernment process in our diocese. This day is open to those interested in ordained ministry and those who are not. Lunch included. Free. 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. The Episcopal Church Center, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107. Please RSVP to Keren Rodriguez, 619-481-5455.
Fearless Love Grants Available
The deadline for Fearless Love Grants has been extended until Friday, July 27. These grants provide start-up money for innovative ministry ideas. For more information, visit the diocesan website or contact Canon Nancy Holland, 619-823-8998. 
Padres Night
Friday, July 17, 7:10 p.m. at Petco Park, 100 Park Blvd., San Diego
Come cheer for the Padres as they take on the Colorado Rockies! Tickets are $12 for Upper Reserved; $25 for Toyota Terrace and $63 for Skyline Patio which includes all-you-can-eat drinks and food. Bring a pair of new athletic socks to the game for someone in need. Come early to see an Episcopal choir sing the National Anthem and the Rev.
The Rev. Mitchell Boja
Mitch Bojarski, priest-in-charge at Christ the King, Alpine, throw the first pitch! Purchase tickets and print at home by going to: www.padres.com/events Scroll to "Episcopal Night 7/17." Click "Buy Tickets." Enter code: EN15. Select your seats and make your purchase. If you have questions, contact Hannah Wilder, 619-481-5456. Ticket sales support diocesan ministries, so please share this link with your family and friends!
Poetry Wanted
Please submit your own original poetry and translations of poetry for consideration in the next Messenger, our diocesan magazine. Send poems of any length, up to four at a time. We are looking for poems loosely about God, spirituality, or divinity that move us, that make us laugh, cry, or teach us something new. Submission deadline: Friday, July 31. Please include your name, congregation or organization name, phone number and email. Submit to: hwilder@edsd.org or mail hard copies to: Hannah Wilder, The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107.
Graphic Design Workshops
Graphic artist Megan Stanton (St. Michael's, Carlsbad) will teach four more classes on graphic design. All are welcome to these casual, working lunches geared for church communicators. All sessions are 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. 
Friday, August 7 at St. Michael's, Carlsbad: Value, Color & Form
Tuesday, September 4 at All Souls', Point Loma: Depth & Perspective
Friday, October 2 at the Episcopal Church Center, OB: Principles of Design
Wednesday, November 11 at St. Paul's Cathedral: Putting it all Together
All are welcome. Beverages will be provided. Please bring your own lunch. RSVP to Hannah Wilder.
Back 2 School BashBack to School
Saturday, August 22
Every congregation is encouraged to participate in the annual Back 2 School Bash, which provides school supplies for children who would not otherwise be able to afford them. There are many ways to participate - sponsor a specific child, collect school supplies, volunteer, donate, and more. The most-needed items include: backpacks, boxes of 24 crayons, spiral notebooks (wide and college ruled), filler paper (wide and college ruled) and pencil cases, socks and underwear (in all shapes and sizes). We are asking that all donations be delivered to St. Mark's by Aug. 3rd (monetary donations sooner, if possible). Also, we would love for folks to make monetary donations to help offset the cost of buying in bulk and to assist with the cost of lunch, arts/craft supplies, games, etc. Checks can be made out to St. Mark's or contributions can be made online at http://stmarks-cityheights.org/giving-online/  Just be sure to add B2SB in the "special instructions." We will have a packing day in August (date & time TBA) and of course we could use volunteers on August 22. Find more information on the diocesan website or contact Heather Smith, 619-847-2856, to volunteer.
Young Women's Bible Study
The young women of the diocese meet on the second and fourth Thursdays of each month for Bible study, tea, snacks and conversation. The location rotates among the homes of participants. Please contact Becky Gleason, diocesan program intern, to learn more. 
Congregational Events
Music from the Movies at All Souls'
Sunday, July 12, 4 p.m.
Cathedral Photography Workshop & Exhibit
Workshop: Saturday, July 11, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m., Cathedral Guild Room
Exhibition: August 2 - 23, Cathedral Nave
Anyone with any kind of digital camera (even a phone) is invited to enjoy this workshop and submit photos to the exhibition by July 31. Exhibition Info. The workshop will be instructed by filmmaker Dr. John McAteer and art director Mark Turner, exploring the spiritual benefits of framing photographs, composing still life scenes, going on a close-up scavenger hunt and discussing your photos. $20 or $10 for college and high school students (lunch included). Workshop sign-up at www.stpaulcathedral.org/photo, or by emailing Mark Turner.
Refugee Mass and Food Distribution
Every other Tuesday morning, 8:30 a.m. 
St. Alban's hosts a bilingual mass in Arabic and English every other Tuesday morning followed by food distribution through the Refugee Network. All are welcome to attend the mass, pray with the people and help distribute food. For more information, contact the Rev. David Madsen.
Soulful Parenting In (and Out of) the Pew
Conversation in Community led by Dawn Stary and Laurel Mathewson
Saturday, October 3, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. St. Paul's Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego, CA 92103. All parents want to teach our children well, yet mornings in church and questions about God anytime can make us feel inadequate. Join fellow parents to gain insight about developmentally appropriate ways to respond to your children. Pastoral counselor Dawn Stary and the Rev. Laurel Mathewson will help us explore how Christian spirituality can shape our parenting. Coffee and pastries will be served. Contact the Rev. Laurel Mathewson for more information.
Save The Date
Youth Collaborative Meeting
Saturday, August 1 at St. Paul's Cathedral, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. 
Contact Charlette Presler for more information. All are welcome. 

Godly Play Core Training
Friday - Sunday, August 28-30 at St. James by-the-Sea, La Jolla
For more information, contact Gabrielle Strickler.

Clergy Conference
Monday - Wednesday, October 5-7 at Vina de Lestonnac, Temecula
Please check this calendar listing for more information.

Diocesan Day of Service
Sunday, October 11 at churches throughout the diocese
Check this page on the diocesan website or read this article.

Diocesan Convention
Saturday, November 7 at All Souls', 1475 Catalina Blvd., San Diego
One day only! Check this page for information as it becomes available.
DayofServiceDiocesan Day of Service
Episcopal churches throughout the diocese will hold a special service project on Sunday, October 11. Your church can join the fall quarterly services project of the Diocesan Service Coalition by doing something out of the ordinary either before, during or after your Sunday service. Ideas include packing lunch bags for homeless people, beach/canyon cleanup, visiting nursing homes, fixing up a refugee family's apartment. Learn more and share your ideas by visiting the event page on the diocesan website. Together we can accomplish so much more in Jesus' name. 
Innovative New Tool
Episcopal Relief & Development unveiled a new online tool to help Episcopalians learn more about local ministries, and prepare for disasters. The Diocese of San Diego's map is here. To get your parish up to speed, navigate to your parish page and "Take the Survey." 
Mainwaring Family in Tanzania
The Mainwaring family is taking a sabbatical in Tanzania. You can read about their adventures on Monica's blog or Simon's blog.
Employment Opportunities
  • Youth Ministry Leader at Trinity, Escondido
  • Office Manager at Southern Cross Property Consultants, San Diego
  • Children's Ministries Coordinator at St. Barnabas, Scottsdale, Arizona
Visit the diocesan website for more information
 
Beyond Our Diocese
William White
July 17 - William White
As General Convention 2015 becomes a part of our history, let us take time to honor Bishop William White, the chief architect of the constitution of the Episcopal Church and the wise overseer of its life during the first generation of its history. He was the presiding bishop at its organizing General Convention in 1789 and again from 1795 until his death.
Circle of Fire with Walter Bruggemann and Valerie Tutson
November 5-8, Lutheridge Convention Center, Asheville, North Carolina -- Come Circle the Fire with us as we explore ancient and compelling stories of faith, discover insights into our own stories, and imagine new and greater possibilities for ourselves and our communities. Old Testament theologian, scholar, author, and teacher, Walter Brueggemann, and dynamic cultural storyteller Valerie Tutson will join us in reconnecting to the power of stories that enrich and inspire our lives. Walter will be guiding us to a new understanding of the prophets, helping us experience their voices as timeless and vital beacons. Valerie brings forth the storyteller's imagination and passion for life that lives deep within each of us. Both speakers will invite our voices to emerge so that we can live even more fully in response to God's call. Walter and Valerie are engaging dynamic teachers, full of life, wit, and wisdom. Visit website
Partner with Local Schools to Make a Difference
All Our Children helps churches connect with local schools to help children reach their full potential and support them in their schoolwork. To partner with under-resourced public schools, read this article or contact All Our Children directly: info@allourchildren.org.