July 2016
May the words of our mouths
and the meditations of our hearts
Be always acceptable in thy sight
O Lord, our strength and our redeemer. 
Amen.
Diocesan News
Happy Fourth of July The Office of the Bishop will be closed Monday, July 4; we will reopen on Tuesday, July 3. Have a safe and fun holiday!
Refugee Campership Drive Thank you to all who contributed to the camp scholarship drive last month. Our congregations raised over $14,000 to send refugee kids to Camp Stevens in Julian. If you would like to contribute, visit the Campership page. Thank you for being generous!
Back to School
Help Kids Start the School Year Right The collective diocesan service project for summer is the Back 2 School Bash. Provide backpacks and school supplies for underserved youth. Distribution points this year include: St. Mark's, City Heights and St. John's, Fallbrook. For more information, visit the diocesan website. 
School for Ministry

Discernment Day Come explore the School for Ministry (SFM) and talk about a possible future of ordained ministry. Saturday, July 23, 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Episcopal Church Center, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego. RSVP to Keren Mondaca. 

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
Join Your Cathedral in Celebrating Pride! 
St. Paul's Cathedral invites you to walk in this year's Pride parade, which begins at 11 a.m. on Saturday, July 16 in Hillcrest. Consider bringing your parish banner as we share the good news that all God's people are marvelously made and wondrously loved. Complete the online form: stpaulcathedral.org/pride. For more information, contact the Rev. Colin Mathewson, 619-977-8173.
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Eucharistic Visitor Training Saturday, July 16, 9 a.m. -  12 p.m. at All Souls', 1475 Catalina Blvd., San Diego $10, includes lunch and materials. 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 Online
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
Provincial Altar Guild Conference Meets in Oceanside Altar guild members are encouraged to attend the upcoming Province VIII (our province) Altar Guild Conference September 23 - 25 at Old Mission San Luis Rey in Oceanside. Altar Guild Registration Form
About Mission San Luis Rey (PDF)
Ordination to the Priesthood All are invited and encouraged to attend the Rev. Mary Lynn Coulson's ordination to the priesthood on Saturday, September 24, 10 a.m. at St. Bartholomew's, 16275 Pomerado Rd., Poway. The Rev. Coulson, pictured above, is the new curate at St. Bartholomew's.
Daughters of the King Fall Assembly   
Saturday, September 24, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. at St. Peter's, 334 14th St., Del Mar. Pat Van Gorder will speak on "The Best of Friends." All women are welcome to attend and hear this inspiring member of St. Peter's. She is an author, motivational speaker and leader in and beyond her congregation. Bring a salad or dessert to share. RSVP to Lynn Ballinger.
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
Upcoming VBS Programs Around the Diocese 
July 11-15 St. Alban's, El Cajon - quincy1972@sbcglobal.net 
July 11-15 St. James, La Jolla - gabrielle@sjbts.org 
August 1-5 All Souls', Point Loma - office@allsoulspointloma.org 
August 8-12 St. Peter's, Del Mar - stpetersdelmar.net/SWAM
August 8-12 St. Paul's Cathedral, San Diego -  click here for info 
August 8-12 St. Bartholomew's, Poway - click here for info 
These are the programs the diocese has been informed of. You may find more VBS information by contacting churches directly. Find a Church on the diocesan website.
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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! Camp Stevens online
Youth Collaborative The diocesan Youth Collaborative is excited to offer numerous upcoming events and opportunities for youth.
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. 


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