Evangelism 101
2024-06-06 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | 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.

Walking with Mary in Advent Tuesday Evening Zoom
2025-12-02 18:00 - 19:00
This three-week study offers the opportunity to pause and breathe; to walk with Mary as she prepares to bear God. With each step of her journey from angel’s greeting to the stable’s stillness, from wonder to worship, she reveals God’s revolutionary love. We hope you will come and walk with Mary. And as we reflect on her response, may we find ourselves renewed in faith, ready to receive Christ who comes to us born in a manger, born to change the world.

Each session will be facilitated by the series creators and will include worship, context and grounding, an exploration of the guiding scripture, and small group conversation.

Perfect for individuals or small groups, this series invites us to engage deeply with scripture in ways that challenge, inspire, and transform our hearts as we prepare for the birth of Christ.

Event Details:
Dates: December 2, 9, 16
Time: 6:00-7:00 PM Pacific
Location: Online (Link provided upon registration)
Hosted by the Reverend Jacob Robling, Teresa Hixson, and Charlette Preslar
REGISTER HERE

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.

Province VIII Youth Pilgrimage to Hawaii
2026-07-28 - 2026-08-01
Province VIII Youth Pilgrimage to Hawaii
July 28 – August 1, 2026
High School Youth
Ages 15 – 18
*Passport or RealID required
This summer a delegation from The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego will head to Honolulu, Hawaii for the Province VIII Youth Pilgrimage. Members of the delegation will represent our diocese as they gather with students from Hawaii, Taiwan, Arizona, Navajoland, Utah, Oregon, Washington, California, Nevada, and Idaho. As part of a three-day pilgrimage, We will be exploring stories of community through two different lenses, the indigenous community of Hawaii, and their history of immigration. Our delegation will also bring immigration stories from the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego.
Our guiding scripture is 1 Corinthians 13:12.
For now we see only a reflection, as in a mirror, but then we will see face to face. Now I know only in part; then I will know fully, even as I have been fully known.
It will shape the way we prepare for the pilgrimage, journey to Hawai’i, partner with the other pilgrims we meet, and return home.
Due to the nature of this trip, membership in the delegation will be by application. There are 15 total spots available. Provided they meet the requirements for the pilgrimage, Juniors and Seniors will be given priority in selection as this will be their final opportunity to participate in an Episcopal Church Youth Leadership Program.
Requirements to apply:
1. Youth completed application no later than November 10, 2025
2. Youth leader/Rector completed nomination form no later than November 12, 2025
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 $1500. That will be a shared cost between the youth participant, their congregation, and the diocese.

Youth participant contribution: $500
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.
Applications for the EDSD delegation for the Province VIII Pilgrimage are now closed. Nominations can be completed through the button below through Wednesday, November 12th. Email notifications will be sent to all applicants between November 17th and 19th.
Youth Nomination Form
Questions about the Province VIII Youth Pilgrimage can be directed to Leighton Jones, ljones@edsd.org, and Charlette Preslar, cpreslar@edsd.org.
