This past summer, I served as a camp chaplain for the fourth year in a row, and something clicked in a way it hadn’t before: I finally get the magic […]

When I started as the Director of the Ramona Youth Collaborative this past Easter, I had a strong sense that something special was beginning—but I couldn’t have predicted just how […]

In Matthew, we get this picture of Jesus: “He called a child, whom he put among them, and said, “Truly I tell you, unless you change and become like children, […]

“I am the true vine, and my Father is the vinegrower. He removes every branch in me that bears no fruit. Every branch that bears fruit he prunes to make […]

The first thing I do every morning is throw on a pair of old sweats, lace up my sneakers, and go on a two-mile, early morning walk with my dogs […]

In 2020, after a year steeped in prayer, listening, discernment, and courageous visioning, the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego launched an ambitious five-year strategic plan. Designed to help us share […]

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 […]

At St. Mary’s in Ramona, we are thrilled to announce the selection of Ray Swavely–the first-ever Youth Director for the Ramona Youth Collaborative. This moment marks the launch of an […]

St. Dunstan’s was teeming with voices—singing, greetings, laughing. The opening Eucharist for Leadership Academy set a foundation of purpose for the day. With over 100 attendees gathered, it was clear […]

On March 1 at Leadership Academy, we are offering a Foundations Track with two key opportunities to reinforce your church’s foundation: Safe Church, Safe Communities and Youth Faith Formation – […]