June 2016
Diocesan News
Planning for Tomorrow The Office of the Bishop will be closed on Monday, June 6 for the conference, Planning for Tomorrow. We will reopen on Tuesday, June 7 and respond to inquiries then.
Ordinations & Diocesanwide Choir Jacqueline Bray, Chris Harris, Nancy Holland and Richard Lee will be ordained on Saturday, June 11, 10 a.m. at St. Paul's Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego. The Cathedral invites choir members throughout the diocese to sing for this joyful occasion. One rehearsal will take place on Thursday, June 9, 7:30 p.m., plus a warm-up on the morning of the ordination. For more information, contact Canon Martin Green, 619-298-7261.
School for Ministry
Register for Fall Classes Thinking about taking a class at our local theological training program? Now is the time to register. The fall schedule includes: Hebrew Bible II, Ethics, Church History and Anglicanism. Classes run from September 3 - December 3. Anyone can take classes for credit, or by auditing. Register
Diocesan Events
Celebration of New Ministry  
We will celebrate the ministry of the new rector, the Rev. Janine Schenone, and the people of Good Samaritan on Saturday, June 18 at 2 p.m. Good Samaritan, 4321 Eastgate Mall, San Diego. All are welcome!
Eucharistic Visitor Training Saturday, June 25, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at St. Michael's, 2775 Carlsbad Blvd., Carlsbad. $10, includes lunch and materials. Attend this one-day training to learn about the history of the role, customs and canons, substituting for the clergy and much more. For information, contact the Ven. Bob Nelson, 619-997-5629. Register
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San Diego Padres vs. New York Yankees
Come out for Episcopal Night at Petco Park. Mark your calendars for Friday, July 1, 7:40 p.m. Plan to arrive early to hear the Episcopal choir sing the national anthem and watch an Episcopalian throw out the first pitch. This is also a Party in the Park night. Questions? Contact Courtney Krafft.
St. Paul's LUV Gala Saturday, August 13 at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. Diocesan bookseller Kathryn Bunch will be among this year's honorees. Congratulations, Kathryn! More Information
Convention will be here before you know it. The annual gathering of the church family will take place at St. Margaret's, 47-535 Highway 74, Palm Desert, CA 92260 on November 11 - 12. Nominations and resolutions are currently being accepted, as are servant ministry award nominations, exhibitor applications and registrations.
Youth, Children, Families
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Hey Kids! Do you plan to spend your summer lounging and scrolling through your social media feed? Boring! We dare you to live a little. Sleep under the stars. Taste food you've harvested. Enjoy a mountain sunset. Unplug and engage with the world around you. Adventure awaits: campstevens.org/summer
Youth Collaborative The diocesan Youth Collaborative is excited to offer numerous upcoming events and opportunities for teens and pre-teens. 
June 24 - 26: Urban Immersion Camp - St. Mark's, City Heights welcomes middle school kids for cross-cultural activities, service projects, spiritual reflection and meditation. Contact Alex Howard for more information.
July 18 - 26: SUMMA Theological Debate Camp - All high school students are invited to learn in a college environment with challenging lectures and stimulating debates. Learn to think critically and engage lovingly -- great life skills. Visit the website to learn more and apply.
July 25 - 30: Tijuana Mission Trip - High schoolers will build a home for people just south of the border in partnership with Amore Ministries. Contact Charlette Preslar to learn more.
August 13: Next Collaborative Meeting - Join us for our next meeting on Saturday, 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. at St. Andrew's, 1050 Thomas Ave., San Diego. 
Godly Play Core Training St. James will host the second annual Godly Play retreat with trainer Di Pagel, Friday - Sunday, August 5 - 7 at St. James, 743 Prospect St., La Jolla. Contact Gabrielle Strickler or visit the website. 


Summer Worship and Music Camp (SWAM) Monday - Friday, August 8 - 12 at St. Peter's, 334 - 14th St., Del Mar. $75. Camp culminates in a special performance of Imagine God!, a children's musical exploring and expressing images of God. Final performance Friday, August 12, 1 p.m. Register


Congregational Events

St. Petersburg Men's Ensemble
Join the people of All Saints', 625 Pennsylvania Ave., San Diego on Saturday, June 18, 7 p.m. for a concert of Russian masterpieces from baroque to classical. Suggested donation: $10. Reception to follow. Contact the parish administrator with questions.
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Icon Writing Retreat - Monday - Friday, June 20-24, St. Paul's Cathedral. Five-day retreat instructed by Teresa Harrison. Learn the prayerful practice of painting or "writing" a Byzantine style icon using 23-carat gold leaf. $435/person, includes all supplies, five days instruction, lunch. To RSVP contact Julie McMinn. 
Beyond Our Diocese
e-Formation 2016: A conference on ministry in a digital world
Is your congregation getting serious about its online presence, or hoping to take it to the next level? If so, jump-start your learning with hands-on training and big-picture inspiration at e-Formation 2016. Join our supportive learning community June 6-8 by webinar for $89. Limited Spanish interpretation and inexpensive evening programing in Spanish and in English are also available. Explore the full program, webinar schedule, and registration options at eformationvts.org. You can join the conversation using #eform16.
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