Sacred Ground is the Episcopal Church’s film & reading based dialogue series on race, racism & faith. A circle (i.e., discussion group) provides the opportunity for difficult but respectful and transformative dialogue. EDSD Racial Justice and Reconciliation Task Force (RJRTF) will offer a new Sacred Ground circle (via Zoom), starting Thursday, March 7, 6:30-8:30 pm. […]
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 […]
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 May 7 at 6:20 p.m., the Rev. Douglas Worthington of All Souls in Point Loma will speak on the “Legal Explanation of Nonpartisan Election Activities.” For more Voter […]
On Wednesday, May 15, from 6 PM to 7:30 PM, all stewardship committee chairs, members, and practitioners of all levels of experience are invited to a virtual workshop with EDSD and TENS (The Episcopal Network for Stewardship). Together, we’ll learn some best practices for faith-based fundraising and how to create and promote mission-focused campaigns in […]
You are invited to join us for conversation and resource sharing at St. Andrew's-by-the-Sea church and preschool on May 16th from 10 am-12:30 pm. Please bring $5 to contribute towards lunch. Questions can be directed to Charlette Preslar, cpreslar@edsd.org. Register Here
The St. Andrew’s house band has been practicing, practicing, practicing - so come to the 1960s theme prom on Friday, May 17th to dance the night away! There will be a costume contest for best-dressed in 60s garb, food, a whole hour of dancing to LIVE music, games, trivia, a silent auction, and more.
Embark on a journey of visual discovery with our Church Photography 101 workshop, happening May 18th from 9 AM to 3 PM at St. Paul's Cathedral. This immersive class, led by Diocesan Photographer Susan Forsburg, Director of Communications Chris Tumilty, and Missioner for Community Vitality and Diversity Rachel Ambasing, is designed to illuminate the art […]
Come celebrate the beauty of monarch butterflies at our festival presented by The San Marcos Lions Club. Engage in fun activities, learn about butterfly conservation, and enjoy nature in person! Be part of this amazing event and witness the mesmerizing sight of monarch butterflies via expert presentations. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to […]
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.
Join Bishop Susan Brown Snook, the Rev. Hannah Wilder, and Rachel Ambasing for a live "Ask Me Anything About General Convention" Zoom session on May 29 at 5:30 pm. This is your opportunity to engage directly and ask any questions you have regarding the upcoming General Convention. Feel free to submit up to three questions […]
