Benefits Administration in EDSD
2024-08-21 16:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Zoom
Please join us via Zoom on Wednesday, August 21 at 4 pm for this technical session with congregation benefit administrators in the diocese. All congregations must have someone to administer their employee benefit plans (often the treasurer or person who processes payroll). Come join us for an overview of recent changes to the enrollment process for your employees, to learn more about your responsibilities as a congregational benefits administrator, and to learn more about engaging your employees in the benefits selection process.
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1950's Flashback Revue and Dinner
2024-08-27 08:00 - 17:00 | Christ the King Episcopal Church, 1460 Midway Dr., Alpine, CA, 91901, United States
1950’s Flashback Revue and Dinner with Real Nifty Entertainment plus Rockin’ Silent Auctions and Cool Opportunity Baskets. Tickets $30.00. To get your tickets, please call 619-445-3419 or visit our website at www.christthekingalpine.org.

ECS Family Engagement Center Grand Opening
2024-08-27 14:00 - 16:30 | ECS Family Engagement Center, 310 Third Ave., Ste. A1, Chula Vista, CA, 911910, United States
Join us at the Family Engagement Center (FEC) for the center’s grand opening on August 27. FEC is committed to supporting families by providing a welcoming and safe space where parents can access essential resources, services, and support. Whether you’re seeking assistance with childcare needs, language courses, or emergency supplies, FEC is here to empower and uplift families from all walks of life. Come by and celebrate FEC’s opening!

Date & Time: August 27th from 2-4:30 pm
Location: ECS Family Engagement Center 310 Third Ave., Ste. A1, Chula Vista, CA 91910

Lay Catechist Training Registration
2024-08-27 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
A Catechist is a lay person authorized to prepare persons for Baptism, Confirmation, Reception, and the Reaffirmation of Baptismal Vows. They function under the direction of the Member of the Clergy or other leader exercising oversight of the congregation or other community of faith. Their work is deeply important in expanding discipleship within a congregation.
The course is designed to not just cover faith formation for children, youth, and adults, but also invites participants to consider, “What does it look like to offer congregational formation?” Throughout the course we will evaluate and adapt curriculum that is already available to meet their contexts. By course end, each participant will have designed a program that they will offer to the congregation in the year ahead.
Applicants for a catechist license must attend a six-session training course. Each meeting will be held at 6:00 PM on the 4th Tuesday of the month on Zoom. Below are the dates and subjects for each class. Applicants must attend all six sessions and complete a project to be licensed. Applications will close in July. The six sessions include:

August 27, 2024, 6:00 PM – Faith Formation for Children & Youth
September 24, 2024, 6:00 PM – Faith Formation with Adults
October 22, 2024, 6:00 PM – Formation in Congregational Life
November 26, 2024, 6:00 PM – Curriculum Review and Development
January 28, 2024, 6:00 PM – Baptism and Confirmation
February 25, 2024, 6:00 PM – Project Review and Presentation

Applicants may register for the course once they have submitted their Lay License Application and the Lay License Nomination form have been submitted by the priest in charge at their congregation. Please complete the registration below.
Registrants will receive an email with more details on the training in July. Questions regarding the lay license process/requirements, please contact our Director of Formation, Charlette Preslar cpreslar@edsd.org.
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EDSD Children & Youth Program Information
2024-09-03 18:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
This year’s EDSD Children and Youth Program calendar is officially out! There are opportunities to play together and to pray together. Diocesan level programming is a great way to allow the children and youth in your congregation to connect with other Episcopal youth, and to experience programs that might be out of reach for your congregation.

How To Be An Informed Voter with League of Women Voters
2024-09-03 18:20 - 19:00 | Zoom
EDSD Voter Participation Initiative provides online training to empower congregational voting advocates and others to take and share voter-related information with their congregations and surrounding neighborhoods. On September 3 at 6:20 p.m., San Diego League of Women Voters representatives will speak on “How To Be An Informed Voter.”
For more Voter Initiative details, click here.
Zoom info:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81163097698?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 811 6309 7698
Passcode: [REDACTED]
Each training will be …

Positive, factual, practical, and nonpartisan
40-minutes long
Presentations will be no more than 30 minutes
Discussion with attendees will be no less than 10 minutes
Recordings will be available to watch here the following week

Other upcoming events:
Oct. 1 – Election Online Prayer Service with Bishop Susan Brown Snook

Creative Corners Craft Fair
2024-09-14 10:00 - 2024-09-15 15:00 | St. Andrew’s, La Mesa, 4816 Glen Street, La Mesa, 91941
Join St. Andrew’s Parish for our Craft Fair, BBQ, Cookie Bake Off and live music by The Ideas on September 14-15, 2024. Ten percent of proceeds benefit St. Andrew’s Day School. Featuring local community vendors.

Valarie Kaur is coming back to Camp Stevens!
2024-09-14 16:30 - 20:30 | Camp Stevens, 1108 Banner Rd., Julian, CA, 92036, United States
Camp Stevens has exciting news to share with you! Valarie Kaur is returning to Camp Stevens for her Revolutionary Love Bus Tour. This will be the fourth stop of 40 cities and she’s sharing her two new books World of Wonder and Sage Warrior. Valarie is bringing artists, musicians, and collaborators for an all ages immersive experience. Camp Stevens is offering a community supper and chai tea for everyone. If you’re coming from out of town and need a place to stay let Camp Stevens know and their team will work on pricing and availability.
When: Saturday, September 14, 4:30-8:30p
Where: Camp Stevens 1108 Banner Road, Julian, CA 92036
Who: Everyone is welcome!
How much? The event is free for participants
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Supper Sponsors Needed! We are looking for sponsors to support the Community Supper.
Email Kathy Wilder directly if you are interested or have a suggestion!

Broomball!
2024-09-20 23:45 - 2024-09-21 01:00 | UTC Ice Arena, 4545 La Jolla Village Dr, San Diego, CA, 92122, United States
Youth in grades 6-12 are invited to share an evening of fun and laughter with young people from around the diocese. Registration is through the youth minister in your congregation. Please rsvp to them as soon as possible to secure your spot. Space is limited and is first come, first serve!
What: Broomball! (Think ice hockey with sneakers instead of skates and brooms instead of sticks.)
Where: UTC Ice Rink
When: September 20th @ 11:45 p.m.- September 21st @1:00 a.m.
Who: Youth in grades 6-12
Cost: $10 per person
Registration: Please contact the leadership at your congregation to register. If you need more information or have any questions, please reach out to Charlette Preslar, cpreslar@edsd.org

Order of St. Luke Healing Conference
2024-09-21 09:00 - 16:00
Who should attend? All are welcome. Participants will come from many churches, denominations, and Christian healing communities.
Those attending will be interested in learning more about Christian healing, may need healing, or may have the spiritual gift of healing.
Hosted by? One of the many ways the Holy Spirit provides gifts is through the healing ministry. The Order of St. Luke is an ecumenical multi-denominational healing order with members dedicated to the Christian healing ministry. The South Bay San Diego Order of St. Luke’s healing community is hosting.
Why a healing conference? To share the Christian healing ministry with all.
What will we learn, and how it will enrich lives? We will be fed through scripture and the Holy Spirit. We will be given and taught a vast amount of information and, importantly, practice the teaching on prayer. We will share our prayer and healing experiences with each other. Our musicians will surround us with both joyful and contemplative music. Sessions will include scriptural history of healing, testimonies, New Testament healing, both forgiveness and protection through prayer, and healing prayer teaching with practice. We shall be even more enthusiastic and prepared to assist in healing through the power of the Holy Spirit and in Jesus’s name. We expect an amazing Holy Spirit-filled conference.
What? Healing Conference: “Healing for Today”
Hosted by? South Bay San Diego Order of St. Luke Healing Community
When? Saturday, September 21, 9:00-4:00
Where? Good Shepherd Episcopal Church, Bonita, CA
3990 Bonita Road
Bonita, CA 91902
Office Telephone: 619-479-0943
Who should attend? All are welcome
Speakers?
The Rev. Dr. George Calvert,
Rector, Church of the Good Shepherd, Bonita,
and South Bay San Diego Healing Community Chaplain
Registration:
Cost for snacks and lunch? $15 per person before September 1. $20 afterward and at the door. Payment in cash or by check. Pay to the Order of
So Bay Chap Order of St Luke
Mail checks to
Ms. Gwyneth Kruger, Treasurer
1161 Connecticut Street
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
(619) 471-5096

Creation to Revelation Art Show
2024-09-28 16:00 - 20:00 | St. Mark’s Episcopal Church, 4227 Fairmount Ave, San Diego, 92115, United States
This art show will benefit St. Mark’s outreach ministries. Featuring works by St. Mark’s parishioner artists. Opening reception: Saturday, September 28, 4-8 pm. Some of the art works will suggest a minimum amount to donate for purchase. Other art work will be identified as “make an offer.”
Click HERE for Mor Info

RefugeeNet's Benefit Concert is Coming!
2024-09-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, 4321 Eastgate Mall, San Diego, CA, 92121, United States
You’re invited to a benefit concert to support RefugeeNet! In addition to traditional east African music performed by members of St. Luke’s, the evening will showcase classical pieces such as Hungarian Dance No. 5 by Brahms and The Swan by Saint-Saens performed by the North County String Ensemble. Funds support RefugeeNet’s life-saving work with San Diego’s resettled refugees.

The Land is Not Empty: A Fall 2024 Virtual Book Study
2024-09-30 18:30 - 2024-10-21 20:00 | Zoom
As a response to The Episcopal Church Sacred Ground series and more recent LARK trainings, several EDSD congregations among others across the country have discussed the importance of honoring the First People whose sacred land was stolen from them. Some have composed a land acknowledgment; some have gone beyond a land acknowledgment to learn more about the country’s and church’s checkered past to find ways to grow in relationship with our Indigenous siblings and learn how to be in solidarity with them.
With Sarah Augustine’s The Land is Not Empty: Following Jesus in Dismantling the Doctrine of Discovery comes opportunity through a virtual book study.
“If insight is the prophetic task – and I believe it is – this book is prophecy. Beautifully weaving together her moving personal narrative, the narrative of destructive colonization, the narrative of courageous resistance and life of Indigenous Peoples around the world, and, through it all, the narrative of resurrection and Jesus’ promise of the world to come, Sarah Augustine engages your mind, your heart, and your future.”
The Most Rev. Mark MacDonald, National Indigenous Anglican Archbishop of the Anglican Church of Canada.
Author Sarah Augustine, a Pueblo (Tewa) descendant, is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Coalition to Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery https://dismantlediscovery.org/about/. The book study will be moderated by members of EDSD congregations who share a desire to follow a path in relationship and advocacy with our Indigenous neighbors. For more information, contact dianelopezhughes@me.com or register below.
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Election Online Prayer Service with Bishop Susan Brown Snook
2024-10-01 18:30 - 19:30 | Zoom
Almighty God, to whom we must account for all our powers and privileges: Guide the people of the United States in the election of officials and representatives; that, by faithful administration and wise laws, the rights of all may be protected and our nation be enabled to fulfill your purposes; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. – Book of Common Prayer, p. 822
EDSD Voter Participation Initiative provides online training to empower congregational voting advocates and others to take and share voter-related information with their congregations and surrounding neighborhoods. On October 1 at 6:20 p.m., Bishop Susan will join us as we pray for the election.
For more Voter Initiative details, click here.
Zoom info:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81163097698?pwd=[REDACTED]
Meeting ID: 811 6309 7698
Passcode: [REDACTED]

LARK Workshop - Oct 11-12, 2024
2024-10-11 16:00 - 2024-10-12 16:30 | Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, 4321 Eastgate Mall, San Diego, CA, 92121, United States
LARK (Localized Anti-Racism Knowledge) began as a challenge from Bishop Susan Brown Snook. In February 2022 she asked the Racial Justice and Reconciliation Task Force (RJRTF) to develop a localized anti-racism workshop. Since anti-racism trainings are usually designed in other regions of the country, they reflect their populations and histories. Our area has its own history, issues, and stories. LARK focuses on our local history and populations and deals with local issues and stories. Attendees will walk away with a better understanding of the local context in which we minister, and begin to nurture the relationships and resilience necessary for advancing racial reconciliation and justice within our diocese.
The LARK workshop consists of the following major components:

Truth telling of the local history of People of Color by way of an overview of the major racial/ethnic groups in our diocesan region.
Case study of multi-faceted local issue by way of videos and discussion.
In-depth analysis and discussion of articles & videos regarding various local ongoing instances of racism.
Commitment to engagement: Personal Plan of Action for each participant, i.e., a commitment to specific follow-up actions and the choosing of a small group team for accountability.
Zoom meeting: The Zoom meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, October 29 @ 6-7 pm.* At that meeting, participants will:

reflect on their learning
report on any post-workshop activity
find next steps for their continued journey

*Participants who are unable to attend this meeting can be given an alternate way of fulfilling this requirement upon request.
Participants must complete all components in order to become a LARK alumnus and fulfill anti-racism requirements for certification purposes.
LARK is one part of a lifelong journey for racial reconciliation and racial justice. Whether you are a novice or veteran in the areas of racial justice and reconciliation, whether you are a Sacred Ground alum, current Sacred Ground participant, or have never even heard of Sacred Ground, this LARK workshop is for you! All are encouraged to attend, and all are welcome!

Next offering: Friday, Oct 11, 4-9 PM & Saturday, Oct 12, 9:30-4:30 PM, with a follow-up Zoom meeting on Tuesday, Oct 29, 6-7 PM
Where: Good Samaritan Episcopal Church, 4321 Eastgate Mall, San Diego, CA 92121
Sign Up Deadline: Thursday Oct 3, or when registration is full. The workshop is open to a maximum of 30 attendees.

REGISTER HERE

A Case for Love
2024-10-11 18:00 - 20:00 | Resurrection Church, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92107, United States
Can unselfish love be the solution to the divisions that plague our world today? Join Resurrection Church in OB on October 11 at 6 pm for a special, free screening of A Case for Love, a powerful documentary that explores this very question. Following the film, stay for a panel discussion with Brian Ide, the director of A Case for Love, Bishop Susan Brown Snook, and other distinguished guests as they discuss how love can bridge the gaps in our society. This thought-provoking film will challenge you to consider how love can address pressing issues. We hope to see you there!

Hymn Festival With Dr. Bruce Neswick
2024-10-13 16:00 - 18:00 | All Souls’ Episcopal Church, 1475 Catalina Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92107, United States
An Exploration of the Nicene Creed through a sequence of Hymns and Readings with a festive reception to follow. A free-will offering will be received to benefit Music at All Souls’ Church. Don’t miss an opportunity to sing many of your favorite hymns led by Dr. Bruce Neswick on All Souls’ phenomenal Fritts & Richards organ. This hymn festival is structured around the components comprising the Nicene Creed (We believe in one God…), the ancient statement of faith that we as Episcopalians recite at every Eucharist. ALL ARE WELCOME!
About Dr. Bruce Neswick:
Bruce Neswick enjoys immense popularity and is in tremendous demand throughout the country as organist, improviser, choral conductor and trainer, commissioned composer, and hymn festival leader. He is a musician whose playing vibrates with energy, is full of radiant color, and always expertly crafted. Mr. Neswick holds the Fellowship degree from the Royal School of Church Music and was awarded an honorary doctorate in 2016 by the University of the South, Sewanee, TN. He is the Artist-in-Residence at St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church in La Jolla, California. Bruce Neswick is represented in North America exclusively by Phillip Truckenbrod Concert Artists, LLC.

Voter Information Prop Talk
2024-10-15 18:30 - 20:00 | Mission Elementary School, 2100 Mission Ave., Oceanside, 92058, United States
Want to learn more about the many state and local initiatives on the ballot this November?
St. Brigid’s Oceanside, along with the League of Women Voters North County San Diego, is hosting a free, non-partisan “Prop Talk” workshop on the evening of October 15th. Pros and cons of each ballot measure will be presented, with live Spanish translation available. For more information, contact St. Brigid’s at stbrigidsoside@gmail.com.

Family-to-Family for the Holidays
2024-10-22 - 2024-10-31 | Various Locations
ECS’ annual gift-giving program, Family-to-Family for the Holidays, brings Christmas cheer to San Diego families in need. In 2023, Family-to-Family provided gifts for more than 315 neighbors from 70 families. Registration is open NOW through October 31 for sponsor participation. Gifts will be delivered to families on or before December 15. Make a difference in a family’s holiday season! Visit https://www.ecscalifornia.org/family-to-family to learn more and sign up!

“Facing Memory Loss Together”
2024-10-24 17:30 - 19:00 | St. Peter’s Episcopal Church, 1 Parish Ln., Del Mar, CA, 92014
On October 24 St. Peter’s Episcopal Church Del Mar will host, a presentation and community dinner featuring Dr. Gabriel Léger. “Facing Memory Loss Together” will be preceded by a light fellowship supper and dessert beginning at 5:30 pm. There is no cost to attend. Reservations will be accepted at: office@stpetersdelmar.net Dr. Léger specializes in Alzheimer’s Disease and related disorders. His expertise covers the diagnosis and treatment of multiple forms of dementia including, Lewy Bodies, Parkinson’s, and Primary Progressive Aphasia among others. At UC San Diego he is working to build and expand patient care by developing a new multidisciplinary memory disorders clinic. He directs clinical trials in Alzheimer’s and related disorders. He has completed fellowships at Northwestern University and movement disorders at McGill University. He was a member of the Behavioral Neurology and Neuropsychiatry fellowship program, at the Cleveland Clinic. Before that, he was an assistant professor at the University of Montreal Faculty of Medicine. He received his medical degree and completed his residency at McGill University, Quebec. Patient reviews consistently give Dr. Léger five stars. The lecture and supper are open to the community. Reservations are required and limited, early registration is encouraged. There is no cost to attend. A free-will offering may be directed to Senior Ministry/ St. Peter’s St. Peter’s Episcopal Church is located @ 1 Parish Lane (between 14th and 15th St.) Del Mar, Parking on campus is complimentary with reservations. Public parking is available at Del Mar City Hall1050 Camino del Mar and in the Plaza shopping center on 15th Street. Additional metered street parking is also available. Please visit our website: https://www.stpetersdelmar.net
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Charitable Gift Annuities (CGA) ZOOM-inar
2024-11-01 11:30 - 12:30 | Zoom
Charitable Gift Annuities is an excellent way to support your parish or favorite Episcopal organization while also receiving a guaranteed income for life.
Presented by Todd Kaprielian, CEO of the Foundation at St. Paul’s Senior Services, this informative session will provide valuable insights into securing your financial future while supporting your favorite charity’s mission.
What You’ll Learn at our FREE ZOOM-inar:
– What a Charitable Gift Annuity is and how it works
– The tax benefits of charitable giving
– How to create a lasting impact on your favorite causes
– Real-life examples and success stories
Who Should Attend:
Anyone interested in supporting philanthropy, financial planning, or charitable giving strategies.
If you would like to RSVP:
Click here: https://donorbox.org/events/692939
Or contact Craig Smith
619-621-3356

La Misa in English Celebrating Dia de los Muertos
2024-11-04 18:00 - 20:00 | St. John’s Episcopal Church, Chula Vista, 760 First St, Chula Vista, CA, 91910, United States
Celebrate Día de los Muertos at La Misa in English on Monday, November 4th, 6:00 pm. St. John’s in Chula Vista invites everyone to join us as we remember our loved ones. Please bring pictures, flowers, candles, and mementos for the ofrenda (altar). Dinner is a potluck, so please bring a dish to share. RSVP at info@saint-johns.org, or call the office at (619) 422-4141 to reserve a place at the table.

Come, Follow me – Youth at Convention 2024
2024-11-09 10:30 - 14:30 | St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, 47535 CA-74, Palm Desert, 92260
Join youth from all over our diocese as we serve and play together. Each year Convention offers the opportunity for our diocese to gather for business, fellowship, and worship. A vibrant youth presence is an integral part of that day! In addition to games, food, and laughter with friends, this year’s program features an immersive journey through St. Margaret’s service ministry. Together we will serve and learn in Neighbor for Neighbors, The Good Earth Project, and their Comm-unity Garden. We will use Matthew 4:19 as our guide considering how Jesus is calling us to, “Come, follow me” in the ways that we care for each other and the world.
* Youth in grades 6-12
* November 9, 2024, 10:30am – 2:30pm
* St. Margaret’s Palm Desert
* $15 suggested registration fee
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St. Mary's Annual Fall Bazaar
2024-11-16 07:00 - 15:00 | St. Mary’s in-the-Valley Episcopal Church, 1010 12th St, Ramona, CA, 92065, United States
Fall Bazaar at St. Mary’s in the Valley on November 16th from 7am until 3pm. Rummage sale, Boutique, Craft Sale, Opportunity Drawing for a lovely quilt, Homemade Soups, Baked Goods and lots more.

Grace San Marcos 40th Birthday Celebration
2024-11-16 10:00 - 16:00 | Grace Episcopal Church, 1020 Rose Ranch Rd, San Marcos, 92069, United States
Our congregation has thrived over the years and we invite you to join us for a fun-filled celebration of our 40th birthday!
There will be a chili cookoff, craft vendors, and various music acts throughout the day. We will also be burying a time capsule. For a small fee, we will have hotdogs and soda and Kona Ice will also be on hand. We’ll have a bounce house, craft booth, and face painter for the children.
This is a free event for the community, all are welcome … bring your family and friends!

New Zealand English Tea
2024-11-16 13:00 - 14:30 | St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA, 92064, United States
Come to St. Bart’s, Poway, on Saturday, November 16, for a traditional English tea with a New Zealand twist, featuring live musical entertainment! Proceeds will support the choir’s 2025 tour to New Zealand. Tickets are $40 for adults, $20 for children, and can be purchased online or via cash or check dropped off at the church office.

An Evening with Danielle Evans
2024-11-22 19:00 - 20:30 | St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA, 92064, United States
Hear the amazing voice of popstar Danielle Evans in an evening intimate performance at St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, Poway, on Friday, November 22, 7:00 p.m. Danielle is a San Diego vocal superstar whose versatility features everything from opera music to pop, rock, Broadway, and Motown music, and her concert will showcase all of these, accompanied by a rock ensemble. Enjoy a glass of wine and hear stories from Danielle’s journey as she serenades the community with some of her favorite solo pieces. Tickets available at stbartsmusic.org
