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There are so many events at every church in the diocese that we needed a whole page dedicated to what's coming up next. To post your event here, send an informational email to Hannah Miller: hmiller@edsd.org.
Clergy Conference
Monday, September 27 - Wednesday, September 29
Vina de Lestonnac, TemeculaThe Rt. Rev. Thomas Breidenthal, bishop of the Diocese of Southern Ohio, will give the keynote address on the topic, "Building Christian Community: New Challenges, Ancient Resources." This program will give us new resources and perspectives on being Christ's body in a rapidly changing world.
Retired Clergy Luncheon
October 7
St. Dunstan's, San Diego
A luncheon for all retired clergy and spouses/partners in the diocese. Bishop Mathes will join us and speak with us. This ministry is sponsored by the Church Pension Fund as an outreach to the retired as children of God and offers community support to them as they continue their spiritual journey.For more information, contact Alfred and Stephanie.
Ministry Expo 2010: Building Connections, Deepening Spirituality
October 16
St. John's, Chula Vista
Retired Clergy Luncheon
November 4
St. Margaret's, Palm Desert
A luncheon for all retired clergy and spouses/partners in the diocese. Bishop Mathes will join us and speak with us. This ministry is sponsored by the Church Pension Fund as an outreach to the retired as children of God and offers community support to them as they continue their spiritual journey.For more information, contact Alfred and Stephanie.
2011 Diocesan Convention
Friday, February 11 - Saturday, February 12, 2011
Keynote Speaker: Diana Butler Bass
Monday Tutoring Program for Refugees
Mondays
St. Alban's, El Cajon
3:30pm - 5:00pm
On Mondays, volunteers meet at St. Alban's to help refugee children with their homework. Volunteer tutors are much needed. You do not need to be a teacher or have training. Speaking English is the only requirement. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact the Rev. Rebecca Dinovo, 619-444-8212.
Change a Life: Visit Dorcas House
Dorcas House is the foster home in Tijuana supported by St. Paul's Cathedral. Volunteers who can visit the home on a Saturday, spend a few hours playing with the attention-hungry children and return home transformed are always needed. The day trip is from 11:30am - 5:30pm. $15. Passport required. Contact Suzanne Warren for more information or to sign up.
Mission Opportunity in Appalachia
The Diocese of Lexington in Kentucky invites all who might be called to a domestic mission trip to consider Southeastern Kentucky as a place to serve. Based on per capita income, 16 of the 100 poorest counties in America are within the Diocese of Lexington. Kentucky is second only to Texas in this category; they have 17. Based on median household income, 29 of the 100 poorest counties in America are in Kentucky. Twenty-five of those counties are in the Diocese of Lexington, which has engaged in mission to the poor for years. They are able to accommodate groups of any size and can offer service opportunities for any age group. They offer work that matters, mission opportunities that are high on building relationships with people, an opportunity to learn about the rich history and culture of Appalachia and a transformative experience of confronting the complicated issues that contribute to the abiding poverty of the area with service, love and concern in the name of Christ. To learn more about mission trips, please contact Sam McDonald, canon to the ordinary, or call 859-252-6527.
Other Volunteer Opportunities
Contact Hannah Miller in the Office of the Bishop for a volunteer event near you. Hannah can be reached at hmiller@edsd.org or 619-481-5456.
Summer Camps / Vacation Bible School (VBS)
Summer Rock Band Camp
July 26 - 30 and August 2 - 6
St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church
16275 Pomerado Road, Poway, 92064
A weeklong summer camp for beginners, immediate or advanced rockers. St. Bartholomew’s Academy of Music and Arts will be hosting this program. The student needs to have a guitar or bass to be part of this program. The Academy will supply keyboards and percussion. The camp program includes collaborating on creating an original song, creating your own CD cover and creating a t-shirt design. Days will be divided into group rehearsals; private and group coaching and instruction; and free time to jam. A grand finale concert will take place at the end of the week. The Academy instructors for the camp are Dennis Short and Alia Jyawook. Dennis is a graduate of Duquesne University's School of Music where he majored in Guitar Performance. He has taught for eight years and has much experience with all styles of music from classical to jazz to rock. Currently he is lead guitar of the Praise Band for a local church in San Marcos. Alia received her B.A. in Music with a certificate of performance in classical guitar from Elmhurst College in Illinois and has taught music for the past five years. In San Diego she performs cello and guitar regularly at weddings and currently plays in two bands. To register call 858-487-2159 or register at www.stbartschurch.org/signup.
Around the World in 5 Days
August 9-13
St. Paul's Cathedral
2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego, 92103
Our August 9-13 week of summer VBS (a.k.a. Camp Spirit) at St. Paul's Cathedral has the theme "Around the World in 5 Days." Each day we'll focus on a major country; we'll take adventures into Balboa Park; play games; learn widely; create things representing the day's country; gain an appreciation of different cultures and people;and learn about God's love, guidance, and power in all of his creation around the world. Choose 1/2 day (9-12 am or 12-3 pm) or full day (9 am-3 pm). There's space for 35 students. Contact Christine D'Amico DamicoC@StPaulCathedral.org.
Celtic Pilgrimage with John Doan
August 13, 2010
7:30pm
St. Michael's by-the-Sea Episcopal Church
2775 Carlsbad Boulevard, Carlsbad, 92008
Emmy nominee for "Best Entertainment Special of the Year," and Eire-Isle of the Saints, "Best Celtic Album of the Year," award winner John Doan will perform at St. Michael's, Carlsbad. Dessert reception will follow. "John's music stands today as some of the most creative, significant and polished of the entire genre of the progressive Celtic scene," Music from the Hearts of Space. "John Doan plays extremely visual music, revealing things bit by bit through the Celtic mist. It's a hauntingly beautiful listening experience," - Wind and Wire. Suggested donation: $15. For tickets, call 760-729-8901 or contact Diana Bennett. Proceeds benefit the Carolyn Groschup Memorial Music Scholarship Fund. Watch a video of John playing the 20-string harp guitar
Sacred Music - Volume One
August 13, 2010
7:30pmAll Saints' Episcopal Church
625 Pennsylvania Ave, San Diego, 92103
Presented by: The Ron Gillis Singers
All music composed and arranged by: Ron Gillis
Features: "King of Kings and Lord of Glory" a hymn of praise by Father Anthony Noble
Please come and bring a friend. Call the church for more info: 619-298-7729.
Dining for Dorcas
Saturday, July 24
Private home in Mission Hills
6:30pm
Suggested donation for a gourmet dinner with appetizers, drinks and dessert is $125. Questions? Need directions? Contact Jeff Bates: 619-578-2073.
Boot Scootin' Barn Dance and Barbeque
Saturday, July 31
5:30pm - 9:30pm
Fun for the whole family! This benefit event will provide funds to the youth and children's programs at St. David's in San Diego. Door prizes! Tasty BBQ! Dinner entertainment by Emma's Gut Bucket Band. Square dancing called by John Marus. For ticket information, call 619-276-4567 or visit the web site.
Pilgrimage to Greece and Turkey
October 2 - 13, 2010
Join St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Churchin Poway as we follow St. Paul's travels and learn about the establishment of the church in Asia Minor. Just imagine the grand bazaar in Isbanbul, the Seven Churches, two of the seven wonders of the world, a three-day cruise around the Greek Isles, including Patmos where St. John received the mystical Revelation which forms the last book of the Christian Scriptures, Ancient Corinth which inspired many of St. Paul's most famous letters, the National Archeological Museum in Athens and so much more. We will have a professional guide with us throughout Turkey and anoterh in Greece for local information. Our spiritual leader will be the Rev. Dr. Judith Allison. Pre tour get-togethers, suggested reading list, daily spiritual trip journal and other special highlights are included. Tour cost: $3,272 including airfare, accommodations, most meals, cruise with outside cabin and much mroe. For a brochure, contact Jill Henderson: 760-807-8445.
Education for Ministry
Education for Ministry (EfM) is an exciting opportunity for lay people who are looking for an intensive spiritual and religious experience. It is a four-year course designed by the theology school of the University of the South (Sewanee) covering Old Testament (Year 1), New Testament (Year 2), Church History and Theology (Year 3 and 4). A new Year 1 seminar group will be starting at St. Peter's Del Mar in September, 2010. We invite interested students from anywhere in the diocese to join. For further information about the class, contact Mary Wavrik at 858-755-8437, mwavrik@sbcglobal.net. For information about the EfM program go to www.sewanee.edu/EFM/index.htm.
An Evening with the Rev. Canon John L. Peterson, canon for global social justice and reconciliation
Saturday, August 14
St. Bartholomew's Episcopal Church
16275 Pomerado Road, Poway 92064
Canon Peterson’s work is focused on organizing educational programs, alliance building, resource gathering and communicating the need to address the acute global issues of violence, poverty and disease. If you are interested in learning more about these topics of our time and what you can do to help, you will not want to miss this distinguished speaker. Canon Peterson will preach at the 5:00pm service and offer a Q&A session immediately following the service where a pot luck dinner will be served by the Cursillo community in the Parish Hall. All are welcome to attend. Contact Louise Lawson for more information: 858-487-2159.
PUBLIC FORUM: "The latest love fest between Washington and Jerusalem: Does it have anything to do with settlements?"
Friday, August 13
St. Paul's Cathedral2728 Sixth Avenue, San Diego 92103
6:30pm - 8pm
Join us for a special Friday evening "town hall" with The Rev. Canon John L. Peterson and Bishop Samir Kafity, retired Bishop of Jerusalem. Canon Peterson is the Canon for Global Justice and Reconciliation at Washington, D.C.'s National Cathedral, and former Dean of St.
George's College in Jerusalem. He has extensive knowledge of the area, issues, and personalities involved, and will be updating us on the latest developments in the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict. This is a unique opportunity to learn about what is going on that goes beyond anything you could hear in the mainstream media. A reception will follow.
Monday Tutoring Program for Refugees
Mondays
St. Alban's, 460 Farragut Circle in El Cajon
3:30pm - 5:00pm
On Mondays, volunteers meet at St. Alban's to help refugee children with their homework. Volunteer tutors are much needed. You do not need to be a teacher or have training. Speaking English is the only requirement. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact the Rev. Rebecca Dinovo, 619-444-8212.
Celtic Eucharist
Every other Thursday
St. Mark's Episcopal Church
4227 Fairmount Ave. in San Diego
Noon - 1:00pm
Celtic Eucharist
Saturdays
All Souls' Episcopal Church
1475 Catalina Blvd, San Diego, 92107
5:00pm
Labyrinth Walks
2nd Wednesday of each month
St. Paul's Cathedral
2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego, 92103
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Ours is a world of metaphor and subliminal messages. It is refreshing to pause and reflect on these symbols of healing, connection and transition. The circuitous path of the labyrinth is a safe place to let go of our time-bound selves, listening and moving to the music of our souls. The labyrinth is a metaphor for life, our sacred journey. The Rev. Lauren Artress, author of Walking the Sacred Path, declares that "the labyrinth births people's creativity." For a beautiful walking meditation, every second Wednesday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm, the labyrinth at St. Paul's is open to all interested in exploring this mystical tool of healing and spiritual connection. Facilitators Jim and Rhana Kozak will give a brief orientation at 6:00pm. For information, call: 619-298-7261.
CrossRoads Contemporary Service
Sundays
St. Dunstan's, San Diego
St. Dunstan's invites you to CrossRoads every Sunday from 5 to 6 pm. CrossRoads is our contemporary worship service which seeksto combine joyful, Spirit-filled worship with the rich traditions of Episcopalian worship, and is led primarily by our young adult community. http://bit.ly/cYLY1R
Inland Net
Come to this career networking meeting at St. Bartholomew's, located at 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA 92064. The group meets twice a month on Wednesday mornings to share skills, job openings, and occasionally listen to speakers. The group meets on the first and third Wednesday of every month. All are welcome. Contact the church for more information: office@stbartschurch.org or call 858-487-2159.
From the St. Bartholomew's website: "InlandNet is a dynamic network of friends, neighbors and business people helping each other achieve life's objectives through the application of common faith values. Our mission is to help the people of the community find the employment they need or must change in these difficult economic times. Hosted by St Bartholomew' Episcopal Church the InlandNet will bring together those people who are in business or any career position with those who need employment or just need a change in the job environment."
Grief Recovery Group at St. Bartholomew's, Poway
Thi group meets in the first and third Thursdays from 9:15 am - 10:30 am in Room 3E. Dr. Bob Fox is available to talk to anyone experiencing a loss of any kind. Call the church for more information: 858-487-2159.
Incest Recovery Group
Survivors of Incest Anonymous (SIA)in San Diego meets Tuesdays 6:00pm - 7:15pm at St Marks, 4227 Fairmount Ave, San Diego, 92105. SIA is a 12-step meeting for adult survivors of incest/sexual abuse. Park in the church parking lot or next door at the union lot. Use main church entrance off Fairmount Ave. Pro-survivors welcome. Co-ed. Non-smoking. For more information, please visit www.siawso.org or contact Chloe (619) 823-0148 chloesparacino@yahoo.com
Living Flame Program
The Contemplative Outreach program presents The Living Flame. It's a spiritually enriching program that gives participants the opportunity to evaluate, validate and share their experience of centering prayer int he context of a contemplative community. The program is designed to: heighten one's awareness of the dynamic of contemplative prayer in the context of the spiritual journey; offer the understanding needed to stay faithful to the centering prayer practice; access a deeper understanding of the purification process and more. Sessions emply: lectio divina, prayer practice, divine therapy and more. One session per month. All sessions are on Saturdays, 9 am - 4 pm at St. Bartholomew's, Poway. St. Bartholomew's is located at: 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA 92064. For more information, please contact Chris or Sue Hagen: 760-745-8860 or consd@cox.net.
Woman's Cancer Support Group
St. Andrew's, La Mesa, hosts a Woman's Cancer Prayer Support Group on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month in the Parish Hall. The support group is an open forum with a trained facilitator and women who have survived, or are surviving cancer. For more info, please contact Dia nne Nibbs: 619-549-1097 or vwnibbs@wwdb.org.
Calling all Namibians!
Mission Namibia, based at St. Peter's Del Mar, would like to connect with people from Namibia, Africa who may be living in the diocese.
If you know of anyone, please contact Mission Namibia, 2658 Del Mar Heights Rd #322, Del Mar, CA 92014, 760-755-7205,
missionnamibia@yahoo.com.