Several congregations in our diocese have born witness to God’s fearless love by marching in the San Diego Gay Pride parade. This year, we hope to deepen that diocesan tradition. Our current political climate has drawn special attention from Pride organizers to rally attention from religious supporters of love, equality and tolerance. It is more important than ever that we put a face to religious tolerance, hope and love. Join us!
We hope to have a joyful pride for our diocesan presence this year. Contact the Rev. Jeff Martinhauk if you would like to RSVP for the event or for more information.
Clergy members in particular have several opportunities this year that are new. Pride is emphasizing interfaith clergy participation in these three ways.
As I write, 18 children and one teacher have been reported dead at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas after yet another school shooting. The anguish, trauma, and fear of students, parents, and teachers touched by this violence is unimaginable. Today’s shooting affects young children, who have the right to grow up safe and protected […]
This year, May 30th is our nation’s Memorial Day, it is observed on the last Monday of May, and it honors the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. military. Going back to the Civil War, where nearly 500,000 people died, women in the South tended the graves of fallen soldiers, not […]
This past Sunday, the EDSD Youth Leadership Council gathered at St. Thomas of Canterbury in Temecula. After worship that morning, the council spent time reflecting on their work this year and talking about goals for next year’s council. Elizabeth Sipra, a member of this year’s YLC from St. Thomas, said, “I think that Youth Leadership […]