Diocesan News
Clergy Rejuvenate at Annual Conference
Clergy members gather this week for the annual clergy conference at Vina de Lestonnac retreat center in Temecula. Read the blog post.
With Rachel, We Weep
We weep again this night as we hear of senseless death through gun violence. Again, at a place of learning, shots and screams of terror are heard. And now we mourn and weep. But nothing seems to change. Read the full statement from Bishop Mathes.
Community Connection

Backpacks Packed with Love from St. John's, Chula Vista
I believe in this mission and it is obvious our congregation agrees. St. John's parishioners purchased, and I assembled, a record of 105 backpacks for the South Bay Community Services. Read the blog post.
Catedral Young Adult Selected for Racial Reconciliation Pilgrimage
Grecia Rivas, one of the Latina parishioners at St. Paul's Cathedral (Catedral), was selected to participate in the churchwide young adult pilgrimage to Ferguson, Missouri. Episcopalians between the ages of 18-30 will embark on the journey October 8-12 to learn about community organizing, race issues and the holy work of reconciliation. ˇFelicidades! Vaya con Dios.
Diocesan Events
Register Today
If you know you're attending convention and you haven't yet registered, take a moment to do so today: REGISTER. For nominees, click here. For resolutions, click here. For lodging, click here. For youth participation information, click here.

 

October 15Convention Book Materials Due
October 19Registration Ends
October 26Late Registration Ends
November 742nd Diocesan Convention at All Souls', Point Loma
November 15Mission Share Pledges Due
Sock Mountain
The Diocesan Service Coalition encourages each congregation to bring sock donations to Diocesan Convention on Saturday, November 7. Bishop Mathes will bless this sock mountain and then we will dismantle it and give the socks away to people in need. If your congregation would like to be a distribution point, contact Drusilla Grubb. Start your sock drive now. The congregation that brings the most socks will win bragging rights, the highly coveted Golden Sock Award and a special blessing.  
Holy Land Trip Informational Meeting
Attend an informational meeting about upcoming excursions to the Holy Land and to the Greek Isles. Following a well-received trip to the holy land in June 2015, Dr. David Moseley will lead these two adventures next summer. Thursday, October 8, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., Guild Room of St. Paul's Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego. If you're interested, please contact Dr. David Moseley. More information is on the diocesan blog.
Youth Retreat at Camp Stevens
There is still room to join other Episcopal youth for service, faith and fun. We will participate in the diocesan day of service on Sunday by helping Camp Stevens with a volunteer project. Friday - Sunday, October 9 - 11 at Camp Stevens, 1108 Banner Rd., Julian. $96/person. For more information, contact Charlette Preslar. To register, visit the diocesan website. 
Diocesan Day of Service
Episcopal churches throughout the diocese will hold a special service project on Sunday, October 11. Join the fall quarterly service project of the Diocesan Service Coalition by contacting Sarah Shealy Stump. Learn more and share your ideas by visiting the event page on the diocesan website. 
St. Alban's Rummage Sale
We've got everything but the kitchen sink! Come find it at St. Alban's while supporting programs and ministries for refugees and people in need. Bargains galore! Saturday, October 24, 7 a.m. - 2 p.m. St. Alban's, 490 Farragut Circle, El Cajon, 92020. To schedule a time to drop off donations, contact Betty Johnsen: 619-448-6756.
Retired Clergy Gathering
All retired clergy members in the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego are welcome to attend this gathering with Bishop Mathes, the Rev. Simon Mainwaring and the Rev. Monica Mainwaring, who will share tales of their recent travels in Africa. Wednesday, October 28, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. St. David's, 5050 Milton St., San Diego. RSVP to Bobbi Hoff, 619-481-5454.
Graphic Design Workshop
Graphic artist Megan Stanton (St. Michael's, Carlsbad) provides expert tips and tricks at St. Paul's Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego on Wednesday, November 11, 12 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. Megan will discuss, provide feedback, and spend time working with you. All are welcome. To get the most out of the experience, bring your current work, laptops and design programs you use regularly. Beverages will be provided; bring your own lunch. RSVP to Hannah Wilder.
Get Involved with Episcopal Community Services this Christmas
The holidays are just around the corner! Consider partnering with Episcopal Community Services (ECS) to brighten the Christmas season for the homeless adults they serve through their programs. Ways you can help include:
  • Donate Christmas decorations to liven up the Safe Havens or Friend to Friend program center.
  • Provide items for a meal, gift bags or activities for our Friend to Friend Christmas party on Tuesday, December 22, 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. and join the party if you can!
  • Along with a small group of friends from your church, work, etc., provide lunch for 20-30 of ECS' program members at our monthly Life Celebration event on Friday, December 18.
  • Donate gift cards or other items for the Christmas gift bags for our Safe Haven clients.
To learn more or to get involved, please contact ECS' Community Engagement Coordinator Deann Ayer, 619-228-2800.
Congregational Events
Paige Blair's Icon Art Show
October 9 - 18, St. James, 743 Prospect St., La Jolla, Library. Experience the prayerful and transformative power of this ancient medium of religious art. The show will kick off with an opening night reception on Friday, October 9, 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. $25 per person, includes appetizers and beverages. The Rev. Paige Blair, rector of St. Peter's, Del Mar, wrote these icons which will be displayed in the courtyard and library. Icons and prints/reproductions will be available for purchase. A portion of the proceeds will support the diocesan School for Ministry. On October 18 at 5 p.m. a special Taizé music service in the courtyard will close the exhibit. For tickets or information, contact Walter DuMelle at St. James, 858-459-3421.
Visiting Actor to Perform Modern Slave Story
This gripping true story is full of life. Kathleen Thompson plays six characters in sync with video and music. Converse with Ms. Thompson after each performance; expert panelists on human trafficking will be present after the Saturday matinee. Suggested donation: $20. Proceeds support local anti-human trafficking work. Thursday and Friday, October 8 - 9 at 7 p.m. and Saturday, October 10 at 2 p.m. St. Paul's Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego. For more information, contact Mark Turner: 619-303-0724.
Remember Those Who Have Died of AIDS
Join the Cathedral community in celebrating National Latino AIDS Awareness Day with a memorial mass. This is an opportunity to remember those who have lost the battle, support those fighting and renew our hope in an AIDS-free future. Reception afterward at Barrio Star. Thursday, October 15, 6 p.m. St. Paul's Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego. For more information, contact the Rev. Colin Mathewson, 619-977-8173. 
Oktoberfest in Hemet
Join us for music, brats, kraut, and more. Saturday, October 17, Good Shepherd, 308 E. Acacia Ave., Hemet, 5:30 p.m. For information, call the church office: 951-929-1152.
Real Conversations
Looking to have a real conversation about what matters to you? Join us at St. David's for "The Conversation." What would you like to talk about, but feel afraid? We will discuss Robert Frosts' statement that "good fences make good neighbors?" Is this true? We want to hear what you have to say! Everyone in the diocese is welcome. Tuesday, October 20, 7 p.m. St. David's, 5050 Milton St., San Diego, 92110. Contact the church for info: 619-276-4567.

Kairos Prison Cookie Ministry
Trinity, Escondido hosts a Kairos Weekend on October 29 - November 1 at Donovan State Penitentiary. Episcopalians deliver home-baked cookies to inmates as a symbol of caring from the outside world. It's an ordinary task that becomes holy in the eyes of the prisoners. Read the full article. 
Cathedral's Alternative Gift Expo 
The Cathedral invites you to purchase Christmas presents that support the fight to end poverty. Discover gifts from around the world that also do a world of good. Sunday, November 22, 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. St. Paul's Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego, 92103. For more information, contact Carolyn Lief, 858-274-0587.
Employment Opportunities
  • Handbell Choir Director at Good Samaritan, San Diego
  • Director of Music, St. Andrew's, Encinitas
  • Pianist at St. Matthew's, National City
Visit the diocesan website for more information
 
Beyond Our Diocese
Educational Webinar on Global Refugee Crisis
The Episcopal Public Policy Network will host a 90 minute, free, live webinar on Thursday, October 15 at 5 p.m. PST about the global refugee crisis, US resettlement and how Episcopalians can help. Learn more.
Episcopal Church Foundation (ECF) Fall Webinar Schedule
All of the following webinars are free and take place from 4 - 5 p.m. PST. Learn more about them. 
  • Strategic Vision and Planning: October 8
  • A Walk Through the New Vestry Resource Guide: October 13
  • Digital Giving: Models and Tools: October 27
  • Basics of Endowment: October 29
  • Episcopal Asset Map: November 3
  • First Steps in Leading Change: November 24
  • Making a Planned Gift to your Parish: December 1
  • Vital Teams: Team Leadership Essentials: December 10
Presiding Bishop Investiture
Please let us know if you or your congregation are planning to host a viewing party for the investiture of our 27th presiding bishop on Sunday, November 1. The latest report is that the Saturday night vigil and eucharistic service sponsored by the Union of Black Episcopalians (UBE) will be stunning. For information about tickets, and links to live streams, click here. Share your plans for the investiture with Hannah Wilder.