Gun Safety Work Group April Meeting
2024-04-16 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

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.
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Registration closes 5/27 at 5 p.m.

Blue Christmas Service of Hope & Healing
2024-12-22 16:00 - 17:00 | St. David’s Episcopal Church, 5050 Milton St, San Diego, CA, 92110, United States
Join us for a contemplative prayer service for those of us who might find the merriment of the season a challenge for whatever reason. We pray for healing and hope.

"A Christmas Carol" Radio Drama
2024-12-22 16:00 - 17:00 | St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA, 92064, United States
Come hear a dramatic reading of Dickens’ beloved classic, accompanied by an audience sing-along of some of our best-loved Christmas carols. Free admission (donations welcome).

Cookies, Cocoa & Caroling
2024-12-22 17:00 - 19:00 | Grace Episcopal Church, 1020 Rose Ranch Rd, San Marcos, 92069, United States
Enjoy a night out singing Christmas carols under the stars! It’s a wonderful way to relax and enjoy the Season. We also will have all sorts of hot drinks and cookies to sample. We will have fire pits and heaters. Please dress warmly and bring a flashlight.
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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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St. Bart's Section Lead Soirée
2025-01-02 08:00 - 17:00 | St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA, 92064, United States
Come for a semi-formal evening of beverages and light appetizers, with beautiful arias and other music offered by our amazing St. Bart’s music staff. Tickets $15 ($10 students), available at stbartsmusic.org

Parochial Report Training - Jan 2025
2025-01-15 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
2024 Parochial Report – The parochial report filing season opens in early January, 2025. The 2024 parochial report has been simplified by the General Convention Office. Join diocesan treasurer Jeff Martinhauk and Finance Committee Member Terry Farrelly in this review of changes to the report, including changes in the way your congregational assessment (Common Life Share) is calculated. (The total amount of CLS owed should not change, but the new report requires a new formula.) Note that parochial reports must be submitted by March 1, 2025; the General Convention office tells us that the parochial report online portal will be frozen at that time, and any changes after 3/1/25 may only be submitted by diocesan administrators. Don’t be late! Join us on January 15, 2025 at 4:00 pm and stay ahead of the game.
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Children's Epiphany Camp - Salt & Light
2025-01-18 13:00 - 2025-01-20 10:00 | Camp Stevens, 1108 Banner Rd., Julian, CA, 92036, United States
Who: Children in grades 3-6
Where: Camp Stevens
When: 1:00 p.m. January 18, 2025 – 10 a.m. January 20, 2025
Cost: $175
Registration Opens October 15th at 8am.
Children in grades 3-6 are invited to explore the joy of Camp Stevens… in WINTER! Participants will be staying in Blum lodge, eating delicious Camp Stevens food, making new friends, and growing in faith and love.
Together we will think about all of the ways we let our light SHINE as we hike, roast s’mores, play games, and laugh with new friends. Maybe there will even be SNOW!
Registration includes two nights of accommodations at Camp Stevens, five delicious Camp Stevens meals, campfires, games, activities, and more!
* Cell phones and other electronic devices are prohibited.
Payment is due at time of registration. The full cost for each participant in this program is $225 per person. The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego has planned to cover $50 per student. We will realize that $175 per student may still be out of reach for some participants. Families are asked to prayerfully discern what they able to contribute and indicate that amount in the payment field. If you would like to contribute above the $175 to assist other youth participants, you may do that also.
Please contact Charlette Preslar, cpreslar@edsd.org if you have questions.
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Week of Christian Unity Ecumenical Prayer Service
2025-01-22 19:00 - 20:30 | Mission San Diego de Alcala, 10818 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA, 92108, United States
The Roman Catholic and Episcopal Churches of San Diego are jointly hosting an Ecumenical Prayer service to celebrate the annual Week of Prayer for Christian Unity. The prayer service, scheduled for Wednesday, January 22, at 7:00 in the evening, will be held at Mission San Diego de Alcala.
“Do you believe?” is the theme for this year’s celebration. This question reflects Jesus’ conversation with Martha in John 11:26 when she and her sister summoned Him regarding the death of their brother Lazarus, and it is a question Jesus asks of all of us.
The event also marks the 1,700 anniversary of the Council of Nicaea and the Nicene Creed, which is shared by Christians of Churches and denominations throughout the world.
Admission is free and open to members of all churches and communities.

The Diocesan Service and Justice Coalition Zoom Meet Up - Jan 2025
2025-01-25 09:30 - 11:30 | Zoom
Join the Diocesan Service & Justice Coalition on Saturday, January 25 from 9:30-11:30 am on Zoom for a conversation with dedicated service/outreach and peace/social justice coordinators. DSJC gathers to network and share ideas and collaborate on projects to make a greater impact in our community.
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The Ordination of Georgina R. Miller
2025-01-25 11:00 - 13:00 | St. Andrew’s, Encinitas, 890 Balour Dr, Encinitas, CA, 92024, United States
God willing and the people consenting, the Rt. Rev. Dr. Susan Brown Snook will ordain Georgina (Gigi) R. Miller to the diaconate on Saturday, January 25, 2025, 11:00 a.m., at St. Andrew’s, Encinitas (890 Balour Dr, Encinitas, CA 92024). All are welcome. A reception will follow the service. Clergy, please wear red stoles.

Candlemas Service
2025-02-02 16:00 - 17:00 | St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA, 92064, United States
Join the Parish and Children’s Choirs of St. Bartholomew’s as we celebrate the ancient liturgy of Candlemas, with processions, lighting of candles, and Eucharist, remembering that Jesus is the Light of the World that penetrates any darkness.

Parochial Report Training - Feb 2025
2025-02-06 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
2024 Parochial Report – The parochial report filing season opens in early January, 2025. The 2024 parochial report has been simplified by the General Convention Office. Join diocesan treasurer Jeff Martinhauk and Finance Committee Member Terry Farrelly in this review of changes to the report, including changes in the way your congregational assessment (Common Life Share) is calculated. (The total amount of CLS owed should not change, but the new report requires a new formula.) Note that parochial reports must be submitted by March 1, 2025; the General Convention office tells us that the parochial report online portal will be frozen at that time, and any changes after 3/1/25 may only be submitted by diocesan administrators. Don’t be late! Join us on February 6, 2025 at 4:00 pm and stay ahead of the game.
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COM Day of Information - Feb 2025
2025-02-08 10:00 - 14:00 | St. Thomas of Canterbury, 44651 Avenida de Missiones, Temecula, CA, 92592, United States
Join members of the Commission on Ministry, Diocesan leadership, and other discerners for the Day of Information at St. Thomas, Temecula, on February 8 from 10am-2pm. This event is for all who are discerning a call to ordained ministry. It is essential that you have the approval of your clergyperson and that you are accompanied by your clergyperson. If your congregation does not have settled clergy, please contact the Rev. Canon Gwynn Lynch at glynch@edsd.org.
If you are interested in the ordination track, please contact your sponsoring clergy before registering for the COM day of information.
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BIPOC Leadership Link-Up
2025-02-08 14:00 - 16:00 | Cafe X, 1835 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA, 92102, United States
The Bible is filled with stories of God bringing together leaders of unique backgrounds and common interests in order to bring about life-giving change. Ruth and Naomi, Mary and Elizabeth in the Gospel of Luke, or the gathering of the disciples in the Gospels and the Acts of the Apostles, are all examples of God nurturing connection for God’s own transformation.
Many of us know firsthand the importance of co-creating trusted, sacred spaces of mutual support for people of similar circumstances. Think of your congregation’s men’s group, women’s group or youth group, and how these ministries have nurtured the faith journeys of those involved. Leaders of color, or leaders from ethnic-minority backgrounds, may long for their own trusted, sacred space.
And so, BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) leaders from EDSD’s various congregations are invited to link up on Saturday, Feb. 8 from 2-4 PM at Cafe X to make new friends and cultivate connections. There will be space for mingling and networking, as well as for large-group structured conversation. Light snacks will be provided, and beverages will be available for purchase at Cafe X’s coffee bar. We hope you’ll join us for this landmark event.
BIPOC Leadership Link-Up

When: Saturday, Feb. 8, 2025, 2-4 PM
Where: Cafe X – 1835 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA 92102
Co-hosted by: Alyson Terry – Resurrection, Ocean Beach; Karla Chavez – St. Matthew’s, National City; Stephen Arturo Greenlaw – St. Luke’s, North Park; Rachel Ambasing, EDSD

Questions? Contact Rachel Ambasing, EDSD’s Missioner for Community Vitality & Diversity: rambasing@edsd.org
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Reclaiming English
2025-02-09 14:00 - 17:00 | CA
This Sunday, February 9, we invite you to a special procession, service, and prayer as churches come together to show our unwavering support for our immigrant brothers and sisters.
Cardinal McElroy and the bishops of the Diocese of San Diego will be present as we begin with a prayer service inside the cathedral, followed by a procession to the Federal Building.
This procession will include testimonies, prayers, and songs, uniting our voices in faith and compassion. While flags will not be permitted, we encourage attendees to bring religious symbols. Clergy and altar servers are asked to wear liturgical vestments.
Let us stand together in faith, hope, and love. We look forward to seeing you there.
When: Sunday, February 9th at 2 PM
Where: St Joseph Cathedral (1535 Third Avenue, San Diego, CA 92101) and we will end at the Federal Building (880 Front St. San Diego, CA 92101)
If you have any questions, please reach out to your organizers.
WE HOPE TO SEE YOU THERE!

Youth Epiphany Retreat - Keep Watch
2025-02-15 13:00 - 2025-02-17 10:00 | Camp Stevens, 1108 Banner Rd., Julian, CA, 92036, United States
Who: Youth in grades 6-12
Where: Camp Stevens
When: 1 p.m. February 15, 2025 – 10 a.m. February 17, 2025
Cost: $175
Registration opens October 22nd at 9 am
Camp Steven’s is a favorite every program year – the outdoors, the food, the friends from around the diocese – it is a weekend filled with fun and faith.
This year’s theme will consider how we end our days. In a world that focuses on the practices that start your day, (Do you make your bed, have coffee, exercise?),this retreat provides the opportunity to consider the way we close each day with a deep exploration of one of the prayers from Compline.
Keep watch, dear Lord, with those who work, or watch, or
weep this night, and give your angels charge over those who
sleep. Tend the sick, Lord Christ; give rest to the weary, bless
the dying, soothe the suffering, pity the afflicted, shield the
joyous; and all for your love’s sake. Amen.
A few of the things you can look forward to: Two nights’ accommodations at Camp Stevens, five delicious Camp Stevens meals, campfires, games, activities, star gazing, worship, friends, laughter and more!
* Cell phones and other electronic devices are prohibited.
Payment is due at the time of registration. The full cost for each participant in this program is $225 per person. The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego has planned to cover $50 per student. We will realize that $175 per student may still be out of reach for some participants. Families are asked to prayerfully discern what they are able to contribute and indicate that amount in the payment field. If you would like to contribute above the $175 to assist other youth participants, you may do that also.
Please contact Charlette Preslar, cpreslar@edsd.org if you have questions.
Registration is closed for the Epiphany Retreat. We hope you will join us for NightWatch at All Souls on March 29th. Details and registration will be available soon.

World Premiere: John-Luke Addison, "Precious Stones" Suite for Piano
2025-02-16 16:00 - 17:00 | St. Bartholomew’s Episcopal Church, 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway, CA, 92064, United States
Experience the world premiere of John-Luke Addison’s suite for piano, “Precious Stones”, with music based on the various precious gemstones, featuring talented local concert pianist, Bryan Verhoye. Tickets $20 ($10 students), available at stbartsmusic.org.
