A Special Movie Event – A Case for Love, Pt. 1
2025-05-31 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Vista, 651 Eucalyptus Ave. , Vista, CA, 92084, United States
You’re Invited: A Special Movie Event – A Case for Love
In a time when our world feels increasingly divided, A Case for Love invites us to explore a powerful question: Can unselfish love heal what divides us?
Inspired by Bishop Michael Curry—known for his moving sermon on “The Power of Love” at the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle—this documentary journeys across the U.S., uncovering stories of everyday people living selflessly. Through heartfelt interviews with individuals, public figures like Pete Buttigieg, Al Roker, and Sam Waterston, and reflections from Bishop Curry himself, the film explores love in action across topics like racial justice, military service, foster care, food insecurity, and more.
Director Brian Ide shares that the film was born from a personal calling to respond to the growing disunity in our culture. With Bishop Curry’s words as a guide— “When love is the way… there’s plenty of room for all of God’s children”—the documentary invites us all to reflect: Is unselfish love truly the antidote we’ve been searching for?
We’ll be watching the film in three segments, giving space for reflection, discussion, and connection. Your presence is welcome and meaningful, whether you can attend one session or all three. Each session stands on its own, so you won’t miss out if life gets in the way one week!
Movie Schedule (2:00 – 3:30 PM):
– Part 1: Saturday, May 31
– Part 2: Saturday, June 14
– Part 3: Saturday, June 21
Each session begins in the church sanctuary for the film viewing, followed by refreshments and group discussion in the Parish Hall.
Location: All Saints Episcopal Church
651 Eucalyptus Ave.
Vista, CA 92084
RSVP helpful but not required: office@allsaintsvista.org
“If it’s not about love, it’s not about God.” -Bishop Michael Curry
“And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love.” -1 Corinthians 13:13
Come for the message. Come for the fellowship. Come for the love.
Let’s explore together what it means to live a life guided by grace and goodness.

To Ecuador with Love - Youth Delegation Dinner and Commissioning
2025-06-01 16:00 - 18:00 | St. Luke’s Episcopal Church, 3725 30th Street, San Diego, CA, 92104, United States
To Ecuador with Love – Youth Delegation Dinner and Commissioning
This Summer, 8 students from across our diocese will travel to Ecuador. While they are there, they will serve with The Episcopal Church of Ecuador, grow in relationship with God and one another, and allow the experience to shape and inform their role as disciples of Jesus in the years ahead. The delegation is hosting its final fundraiser at St. Luke’s in North Park. The meal will be planned, cooked, and served by the youth in the delegation. The students will share details of the trip as well as their personal reasons for participating. The event will culminate with a commissioning service. You are invited to join them for this special dinner and service. Join us as we send them To Ecuador with Love!
Menu
Coconut rice and chicken
Fried plantains
Sweet cocada dessert
Pineapple mango spritzer (non-alcoholic)
With a fundraising goal of $4000 for the delegation, this event has a suggested donation of $60 for adults and $20 for children under 12.
Please register below.
Register

Evangelism 101
2024-06-06 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
EDSD’s Evangelism 101 course explores a non-anxious form of evangelism rooted in the Episcopal tradition. Students will discuss the theological roots of the gospel and how to lead a congregation toward evangelistic practice by example. Those who finish the course may be nominated for lay evangelist licensing. For more information and to register, click here.
Register
Registration closes 5/27 at 5 p.m.

Senior Lunch with Bishop Susan
2025-06-09 12:00 - 14:00 | The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92107
Senior Lunch with Bishop Susan
Monday, June 9th at 12:00 pm at The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego.
All graduating High School Seniors are welcome to join Bishop Susan for Lunch on June 9th for a celebration and conversation after graduation.
Please RSVP below.
RSVP

Don’t hesitate to get in touch with Leighton Jones, Children and Youth Missioner, ljones@edsd.org, with any questions.

Safe Church Safe Communities In-Person Training
2025-06-13 09:00 - 12:00 | The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92107
In-Person Safe Church Training
June 13, 2025
9am-noon
The Episcopal Church Center
“Safe Church Safe Communities” training is required by the Episcopal Church every three years. In our commitment to support as many people as possible in accessing the training, we have begun offering in-person training in addition to the training offered online. This in-person training meets the needs of those who are challenged by technology, or who would benefit from participating in community. Participants will receive training on ethical and theological expectations placed on church workers/volunteers, the impact of misconduct, and the Church’s commitment to creating spaces where individuals and families are secure and valued. Safe Church, Safe Communities training is required for all volunteer and employment positions throughout the diocese. It is the Church’s responsibility to ensure safety, integrity, and trust within its community.
In order to complete all the necessary aspects of the training and receive a certificate, you must attend the full training. Please register below.
Register Here

A Special Movie Event – A Case for Love, Pt. 2
2025-06-14 14:00 - 15:30 | All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Vista, 651 Eucalyptus Ave. , Vista, CA, 92084, United States
You’re Invited: A Special Movie Event – A Case for Love
In a time when our world feels increasingly divided, A Case for Love invites us to explore a powerful question: Can unselfish love heal what divides us?
Inspired by Bishop Michael Curry—known for his moving sermon on “The Power of Love” at the royal wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle—this documentary journeys across the U.S., uncovering stories of everyday people living selflessly. Through heartfelt interviews with individuals, public figures like Pete Buttigieg, Al Roker, and Sam Waterston, and reflections from Bishop Curry himself, the film explores love in action across topics like racial justice, military service, foster care, food insecurity, and more.
Director Brian Ide shares that the film was born from a personal calling to respond to the growing disunity in our culture. With Bishop Curry’s words as a guide— “When love is the way… there’s plenty of room for all of God’s children”—the documentary invites us all to reflect: Is unselfish love truly the antidote we’ve been searching for?
We’ll be watching the film in three segments, giving space for reflection, discussion, and connection. Your presence is welcome and meaningful, whether you can attend one session or all three. Each session stands on its own, so you won’t miss out if life gets in the way one week!
Movie Schedule (2:00 – 3:30 PM):
– Part 1: Friday, May 31
– Part 2: Friday, June 14
– Part 3: Friday, June 21
Each session begins in the church sanctuary for the film viewing, followed by refreshments and group discussion in the Parish Hall.
Location: All Saints Episcopal Church
651 Eucalyptus Ave.
Vista, CA 92084
RSVP helpful but not required: office@allsaintsvista.org
“If it’s not about love, it’s not about God.” -Bishop Michael Curry
“And now these three remain: faith, hope, and love. But the greatest of these is love.” -1 Corinthians 13:13
Come for the message. Come for the fellowship. Come for the love.
Let’s explore together what it means to live a life guided by grace and goodness.

Gun Safety Work Group April Meeting
2024-04-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
Monthly meeting of the EDSD Gun Safety Working Group. The group will discuss ongoing advocacy and outreach activities, and progress with development of gun safety plans in the Diocese. New members are welcome to attend. Please contact Paul Conry for more information, paul.j.conry@gmail.com.

Youth Summer Service Trip to Quito Ecuador
2025-06-18 - 2025-06-25
Youth Summer Service Trip to Quito Ecuador
June 18 – 25, 2025
High School Youth
Ages 15 – 18
*Passport required
This summer a youth delegation from The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego will head to Quito, Ecuador. While there, they will learn about the culture of Ecuador as well as partner with El Salvador Episcopal Church in Ambato. While the scope of our work there will be determined closer to the event, we will serve side by side with the people of that community. The end of our trip will include a visit to the museum of the equator, time at El Refujio, a visit to an artisan market, and the opportunity to learn to make empanadas.
Our guiding scripture for this transformational experience is John 15:5.
I am the vine, you are the branches. Those who abide in me and I in them bear much fruit
It will shape the way we prepare for the trip, journey to Ecuador, partner with the people we meet, and return home.
Due to the nature of this trip, membership in the delegation will be by application. There are 12 total spots available. Applications and nominations will be accepted through February 9, 2025
Requirements to apply:
1. Youth completed application
2. Youth leader/Rector completed nomination form
3. $50 application fee (application fee will be returned if not selected)
Cost of the trip:
We estimate the total cost of the trip to be $2200. Of that cost, Total cost of trip is $2200. That will be a shared cost between the youth participant, their congregation, and the diocese.

Youth participant contribution: $1200
Congregation contribution: $500
Diocese contribution: $500
Fundraising will be planned after the delegation is selected. If we are unable to raise the full amount of the cost, each delegation member will be responsible for the remaining balance.
If a participant withdraws after registration is completed, they are responsible for all costs associated with their registration. Substitutions cannot be made.

Apply to Attend
Youth Nomination Form

A Special Movie Event – A Case for Love, Pt. 3
2025-06-21 14:00 - 15:30 | All Saints’ Episcopal Church, Vista, 651 Eucalyptus Ave. , Vista, CA, 92084, United States

Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration & Dance Party
2025-06-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Resurrection Church, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA, 92107, United States
Come celebrate Juneteenth — a day that honors the long and arduous struggle of Black Americans toward freedom and equality.
The celebration will start with a Eucharist at 4 PM that commemorates the legacy of liberation that was a long-time coming, and yet still remains a call to which we aspire as Christ followers. Then, we’ll have a time of food and fellowship with a potluck, games, and dance party* meant to cultivate the community connections and center the joy necessary to continue the work of resistance and reconciliation. Join us for a sacred and joyous evening of commemoration, celebration and commitment.
Juneteenth Freedom Day Celebration & Dance Party

When: Saturday, June 21, 4-7 PM
Where: Resurrection, Ocean Beach — 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego 92107
What: Eucharist, potluck (bring your favorite dish or beverage), games & dance party
Co-hosted by: EDSD’S BIPOC Leadership Link-Up and Resurrection, Ocean Beach
Contact: Rachel Ambasing, EDSD Missioner for Community Vitality & Diversity, rambasing@edsd.org

Let us know you’re coming (and help us plan to greet you) by RSVP’ing using the link below.
Register

Interested in learning more about Juneteenth?
Please check out these links below:

Slavery Didn’t End on Juneteenth. What You Should Know About This Important Day” by Sharon Pruitt-Young
“Why Juneteenth is a celebration of hope” by Rachel Jones
“Juneteenth” by Tomas Gayton for EDSD news

*our dance party is inspired by Canon Suzanne Edwards Acton from the Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles.

The Light Up the Cathedral
2025-07-16 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Paul’s Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA, 92103, United States
The Light Up the Cathedral Service has its roots in outreach, but it has become a beacon of hope, love, and interfaith inclusivity. This year, you can join the LGBTQ+ community and faith leaders from throughout San Diego on July 16th at 7pm for Light Up the Cathedral and begin your Pride week in worship and love.
Ten years ago, the newly arrived Dean Penny Bridges had a vision for the Cathedral community that was a unique approach for outreach to the LGBTQ community during Pride week in San Diego. The Pride Parade ends directly across the street from our church, and the two-day festival takes place only two blocks away. Dean Penny believed lighting the Cathedral edifice in rainbow colors would make a statement to the thousands of people who pass by our location during the week.
No RSVP necessary. Please arrive early as this event reaches capacity.

SD Pride Parade
2025-07-19 08:00 - 12:00 | St. Paul’s Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA, 92103, United States
Join St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral and Episcopalians from across the Diocese of San Diego in the San Diego Pride Parade on Saturday, July 19, 2025! This annual event is a vibrant, joyful witness to God’s inclusive love for all people, especially our LGBTQIA+ siblings.
We’ll gather at St. Paul’s Cathedral (2728 Sixth Ave) at 8:00 a.m. to walk together to the parade staging area in Hillcrest. Once there, we’ll celebrate Holy Eucharist in the heart of the city—surrounded by thousands preparing to march. It’s a moving and powerful moment of public worship and joyful community.
Following the service, we’ll join the parade along the 1.5-mile route, walking, singing, and celebrating the diversity and love that defines both our faith and this event.
For those with mobility concerns, St. Paul’s provides a trolley each year to ensure everyone can participate fully. Space is limited, so if you’d like to reserve a seat on the trolley, please contact Susan Jester at jesters@stpaulcathedral.org as soon as possible.
All are welcome—clergy, laypeople, friends, families, and allies. Wear your brightest colors, bring water and sunscreen, and come ready to share the Good News: The Episcopal Church welcomes you—no exceptions.
This is more than a parade. It’s an act of faith, a celebration of love, and a chance to stand together in courageous solidarity. We hope you’ll join us.
Let’s walk in Pride—together.
** Please Note: Our starting location can be found at PINK #40. Please be aware of street closures and increased traffic in the area. Click HERE for 2025 Staging Map for this year’s Pride Parade

Godly Play Advanced Training
2025-08-07 15:00 - 2025-08-09 17:00 | St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 743 Prospect St, La Jolla, CA, 92037, United States
August 7, 8, 9, 2025
St. James by the Sea
Cost: $100 EDSD / $355 outside of EDSD
If you have been seeking a circle of practitioners with whom you might deepen your Godly Play practice, tend to your own spiritual life, and find fresh ways to kindle Godly Play in your context, welcome! Designed for Godly Players with a minimum of one completed Core Training, and three years of Godly Play experience “under their belt,” this 3-day retreat may be just what you have been hoping for. Certified Godly Play Trainers Jana Sundin and Charlette Preslar will guide this circle and encourage discovery learning through story, preparatory reading, small group dialogue, and playful wonder. Whether you are an engaged volunteer, a guiding clergyperson, or a program leader, you will leave renewed and able to draw on your deeper understanding of Godly Play to benefit your Godly Play circle and beyond.
Prerequisites:

3 years of Godly Play practice with a working knowledge of the core stories and the spiral curriculum.
Previous completion of one Godly Play Core training with a licensed trainer.
Engage with two guiding texts (Teaching Godly Play by Jerome Berryman and Godly Play in Middle and Late Childhood by Cheryl Minor) as well as other pertinent writings.
Complete the case study which will be emailed to you before July 10.

The training will take place over three days:
August 7 – 3:00 – 9:00 PM
August 8 – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
August 9 – 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Advanced Training is a first-time offering for our diocese. It is designed to not simply share new information, but to help participants learn to think critically about the work they are doing so they can improve skills. Advanced Godly Play Training is something you can come back to again and again since the centerpiece of the three days is time to work with case studies, specific interactions between children, children and teachers, or teachers and others in the community, brought by each of the participants.
Register Here
Prior to the training please complete the following preparatory work.
READ:
Teaching Godly Play by Jerome Berryman
Godly Play in Middle and Late Childhood by Cheryl Minor
LISTEN:
In the beginning… Jerome Berryman – The Godly Play Foundation Podcast
BEGIN:
Case Study The object of the Case Study is to have something to analyze with the group as a way to deepen your Godly Play practice. The worksheet is for your use in reflecting, not a written report to be turned in. We will cover this in the first day of the training and you may make adjustments before you review it with your group.
This training offering is open to US-based Godly Play practitioners. If you are outside the US, please connect with your nearest Godly Play Global Association for training offerings.

An Evening of Music and Hope - A Benefit Concert for Comunidad de Luz
2025-08-09 16:00 - 18:00 | St. Paul’s Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA, 92103, United States
An Evening of Music and Hope – A Benefit Concert for Comunidad de Luz

Location: 2728 Sixth Ave, San Diego, CA 92103, USA
Date: Saturday, August 9th
Time: 4:00 PM PDT

General Admission: $35
VIP Reception: $200 (with conductor meet & greet, wine, and reserved seating)Sponsorship Opportunities available
Parking: Street parking available; limited paid lots nearby
Doors Open: VIP Reception at 3:00 PM | General Seating at 3:45 PM
Accessibility: Venue is wheelchair accessible
Questions? Contact us at info@comunidaddeluz.org

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HUGE Rummage Sale
2025-08-22 07:00 - 2025-08-23 14:00 | St. Dunstan’s Episcopal Church, 6556 Park Ridge Blvd, San Diego, CA, 92120, United States
Join us at St. Dunstan’s Two-day Rummage Sale, which is happening on Friday & Saturday, August 22nd & 23rd, from 7 AM to 2 PM.
We have tons of bargains, including collectibles, home decor, furniture, toys, board games, seasonal and holiday items, clothes for all ages, shoes, dishware, cookware, glassware, books, linens, artwork, jewelry, and so much more. Please invite your friends, neighbors, co-workers, and family to shop with us this weekend! For complete details, visit our website at StDunstans.org.
Proceeds from the annual Sale supports programs such as the Interfaith Shelter Network of San Diego, El Nido (Domestic Violence Transitional Housing Program), San Diego Youth Services Teen Shelter, St. Dunstan’s Scholarship Program, which awards scholarships to two to four graduating seniors from Patrick Henry High School, and many other programs, locally, nationally and worldwide.

Lay Catechist Training 2025-2026
2025-08-25 18:00 - 2026-02-23 20:00 | 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.
Each meeting will be held at 6:00 PM on the 4th Monday 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 July 18, 2025. The six sessions include:

August 25, 2025, 6:00 PM – Faith Formation for Children & Youth
September 22, 2025, 6:00 PM – Faith Formation with Adults
October 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – Formation in Congregational Life
November 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – Curriculum Review and Development
January 26, 2026, 6:00 PM – Baptism and Confirmation
February 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – Project Review and Presentation

In addition to registering for the course, applicants also need a Lay License Nomination form completed by the priest in charge at their congregation. Please complete the registration below.
Register Here
Registrants will receive an email with more details on the training at the end of July. Questions regarding the lay license process/requirements, please contact our Director of Formation, Charlette Preslar cpreslar@edsd.org.
