It’s hard to believe that I’ve been your bishop for almost exactly six years now. I arrived here in San Diego to begin my new work on May 5, 2019, and was ordained as bishop on June 15, 2019. It has been a wondrous journey, full of surprises (pandemic, anyone?), challenges, unexpected grace, and the […]
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 and my sister. The second is drink coffee. When I arrive home from the walk with my tired and happy dogs, most often there is […]
Beloved in Christ, Like all Californians, we are watching with great concern the events unfolding around immigration protests in Los Angeles. We are deeply concerned about the ICE raids and about the potential for violence arising from the deployment of National Guard troops and Marines to the Los Angeles area. We are concerned that military […]
Becoming a Campus Missioner at California State University San Marcos has been one of the most fulfilling and transformative experiences of my life. I am truly overjoyed and grateful for the opportunity to serve in this role, which has allowed me to grow not only in my own faith but also in my ability to […]
Have you ever wondered how to go deeper in your faith—beyond Sunday worship, into a more meaningful relationship with God? Have you longed for a space where you can ask honest questions, explore scripture, and grow alongside others who are also wondering? Education for Ministry (EfM) might be just what you’re looking for. EfM offers […]
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 God’s love in a rapidly changing world, this plan didn’t begin with a bishop’s directive—it rose from the ground up. Even before the election of […]
Education for Ministry (EfM) is an individual spiritual journey taken in a group setting. It’s a unique program that gives you the space to ask spiritual questions—deep, personal, even challenging ones. In EfM, you are not expected to have all the answers. You are simply asked to show up, stay curious, and be open to […]
Have you ever felt overwhelmed by politics? As Christians, our faith can anchor our hope and reinforce our resilience. If you’re looking for a way to dispel despair and channel your values, the Episcopal Church can light the way. The Episcopal Church advocates for its public policy priorities to the U.S. government through its Office […]
The Gun Safety Working Group is pleased to offer support as your congregation begins the process of considering Resolution 24-05: To Require Individual Congregations to Consider Declaring Their Church Property as Weapon-Free Zones, adopted at our 2024 Diocesan Convention. Resolution 24-05 calls upon each parish and mission in the Diocese to formally consider adopting a policy […]
The faithful people of St. Columba’s, Santee, gathered together on May 4, 2025, for one last Holy Eucharist. They were joined by familiar faces – members, friends, clergy, and visitors from neighboring congregations. The Rev. Canon Gwynn Lynch, Canon to the Ordinary, preached and presided over the service. Throughout worship, there were tears and sniffles–balanced […]
