EDSD.org has a New, Courageous Look |
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Welcome to the new diocesan website for the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego. EDSD.org has undergone a dramatic makeover—it is faster, more user-friendly, and welcoming to a newcomer. We hope that you take some time to poke around and let us know what you think.
Over the last 16 months, the website team has evaluated, redesigned, and enhanced the EDSD.org website to be more user-friendly. “Developing a diocesan website is tricky; you need to allow for the deep (insider) Episcopalians access to an amazing breadth of resources while maintaining a welcoming information layer for newcomers to learn about and feel encouraged by the organization. I know this new design will suit the needs of EDSD for years to come,” said Director of Communications Chris Tumilty.
“I want to thank our communications team, led by Communications Director Chris Tumilty, and also Elizabeth Kurtz, our website developer, for the wonderful job in providing a fresh, new look for our diocese,” said Bishop Susan Brown Snook.
Please take some time to look through the new design and let us know where we can improve—email Director of Communications Chris Tumilty with any comments or suggestions.
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Dio Convention: You are the Light of the World! |
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The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego is pleased to invite all clergy, lay delegates, and other visitors from our diocese to our 2021 Diocesan Convention. This is an important time for us to gather and take counsel for the mission and ministry of our church.
This convention will be a one-day convention, taking place on Saturday, November 6, at St. Bartholomew’s, Poway. Our convention has customarily encompassed both Friday and Saturday. This year’s convention has been shortened because less than one month later, on December 3-4, we will be gathering for our Good News Festival, featuring Presiding Bishop Michael Curry. We hope you will join us for that exciting event – and bring a friend! The Good News Festival will include many of the headline speakers, workshops, and social gatherings that are customarily part of our convention, which will allow the convention to focus on worshiping together and taking care of the vital governance that is necessary for us to follow Christ in his mission in our communities.
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Listed are important upcoming dates and deadlines for convention and delegate participation.
August 5 - Canonical Resolutions Due
August 30 - Lay Delegate Certificates Due
October 1- Resolutions Due
October 15 - Delegate Registration Due
September 15 - Committee Reports Due
November 6 - 48th Annual Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego Opening Worship, Business of Convention, Bishop’s Address, and more.
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One proposed canonical change will come to Diocesan Convention 2021, with the support of the Bishop and the Standing Committee. The intention is to support the EDSD Strategic Plan and our discernment that the Holy Spirit is leading us to share the good news of Christ through growing new expressions of church and new worshiping communities.
The change, attached below, will delete the current Canon 2.04, “Missions Not In Union with Convention,” in recognition that any expression of faith in our diocese should be in union with convention. The replacement language establishes two new kinds of faith expressions:
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An Episcopal Missional Community is a new expression that is created by a parish or mission congregation in our diocese. It operates under the authority of the congregation, but is intended to reach a new group of people in a creative way. Examples may be a weeknight Dinner Church, a particular gathering for military personnel, or other creative expressions. We hope to encourage all congregations to start at least one Missional Community to reach new people in their neighborhood.
- An Emerging Episcopal Community is a new expression of faith that is established by the diocese. A new church plant would fall into this category when it is not yet large enough to be recognized as a mission. Other faith groups such as young adult gatherings outside of a particular congregation may also fall into this category. This new category allows us to fulfill our strategic plan by starting new congregations in underserved areas, while making responsible provisions for their governance and finances during the portion of their existence before they become official mission congregations of the diocese.
RESOLUTION 21-01
Title: Emerging Communities
Proposed By: The Bishop Diocesan
Name, Address, Phone Number of Delegate: The Rt. Rev. Dr. Susan Brown Snook, 2083 Sunset Cliffs Blvd., San Diego, CA 92107 – (619) 291-5947
Date: July 21, 2021
Proposed Canonical Amendment
2.04 Missions Not in Union with Convention. Whenever and wherever, in the judgment of the Bishop, regular services need to be provided without organizing a Mission in union with the Convention, the Bishop may establish, with the consent of the Standing Committee, a Mission not in union with the Convention, appointing such officers as circumstances require, and designating its name and the manner of its financial administration and manner of choice of its Delegate to the Convention.
2.04(a)Episcopal Missional Communities
An Episcopal Missional Community may be established beyond the walls and membership of a Congregation. An Episcopal Missional Community shall organize under the auspices of a Parish or Mission Congregation. The Bishop shall report to each annual Council the number of Episcopal Missional Communities existing in the Diocese, their location, and the means provided for their oversight. Episcopal Missional Communities do not have voice and vote at Diocesan Convention unless members are elected to Convention as delegates from the sponsoring congregation. Members of an Episcopal Missional Community may exercise all rights of membership in the sponsoring congregation if they are qualified as members under the Canons of the Diocese.
2.04 (b) Emerging Episcopal Communities
In any place where there is not a Parish or organized Mission, and where the establishment of a Mission does not appear feasible, an Emerging Episcopal Community may be established by the Bishop, or in the absence of the Bishop, by the Standing Committee, upon such terms, conditions, and limitations and with such provision for its maintenance, governance, and finances as the Bishop or the Standing Committee, as applicable, shall prescribe. Any such Emerging Episcopal Community may, at the discretion of the Ecclesiastical Authority, be recognized as a discernment community of faith for purposes of any canons relating to the discernment and ordination process, including The Episcopal Church Canons III.3.2 and IIII.5.2(c). The Bishop shall report to each annual Diocesan Convention the number of Emerging Episcopal Communities existing, their location, the means provided for their maintenance, and the terms, conditions, and limitations of their existence. Upon recommendation of the Bishop and with approval of the Executive Council, each Emerging Episcopal Community shall be entitled to one Lay Delegate to any meeting of Diocesan Convention and may be seated with voice, but without vote.
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If you or someone you know has housing connections in the wider San Diego area and could advise a local Lutheran church that is providing housing to several refugee families, please contact:
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School for Ministry: Registration Now Available |
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Liturgy, Hebrew Bible, Pastoral Care, Discipleship and Formation, Ecumenism and Interfaith Ministry: these are the offerings at the School for Ministry this fall. All classes are online! Go to the School for Ministry website to explore offerings and register: School for Ministry
Here is a bit more about our courses:
Hebrew Scripture (David Moseley, Ph.D.), focusing on Torah and Historical Writings, one of two courses offered on Hebrew Scriptures,
Liturgy (Jim Mathes, M.Div.), historical and theological introduction to the Episcopal liturgy and Book of Common Prayer.
Pastoral Care (Joe Mayer, LCSW), offers a theological basis for Christian caregiving as well as skills in the offering of pastoral care.
Discipleship for the 21st Century—A six-week course beginning August 21.
(David Tremaine, M.Div.), a forward-looking examination of what's to form disciples for today’s church.
Ecumenism and Interfaith Ministry: Ministry in a Post-Christian World— a six-week course beginning October 9 (Penny Bridges, M.Div.), an experiential short course of the ecumenical and interfaith tapestry of our community and how to nurture dialogue that builds understanding.
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TENS: Stewardship Workshop |
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Thursday, August 5, 6:00 PM; Mid-Year Budget and Stewardship Review
Join TENS: The Episcopal Network for Stewardship as we explore best practices on reporting to your members on the metrics of your ministry. We’ll talk about narrative budgets and data-gathering for impact. Halfway through the year is the ideal time to remind your members about the impact of their pledges on mission in the community. Learn some great tips for drawing the line between money and meaning in your outreach, in-reach, and ministry budgets. Please register for this free webinar today at the following Eventbrite page: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/159171665737
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Clergy Conference: September 27-29 |
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We are happy to announce that the clergy of the diocese of San Diego will gather once again at Vina de Lestonnac for our annual clergy conference. It promises to be a time of renewal and refreshment in the midst of the rigors of the ongoing pandemic. The Rev. Canon Scott Gunn, Executive Director of Forward Movement and preacher at Bishop Susan’s consecration, will be with us to lead us in prayer and contemplation of vocation, sabbath, and belovedness. At this conference, we will also renew our ordination vows. For more information please contact Director of Communications, Chris Tumilty.
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Don't Miss Virtual Vacation Bible School |
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Vacation Bible School is a time to grow in Jesus’ love. Each Sunday at 3 pm, a new 20-30 minute episode will premiere on YouTube to watch as a family or with your church family. Featuring leaders from across our diocesan family we’ll use Treasured from Group Publishing as a springboard to explore Jesus’ love through stories, songs, scripture, and more.
The VBS team is excited to continue to unwrap God’s future together and look forward to an exciting summer of learning about Jesus’ love for us. Learn More
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Godly Play Core Training Retreat |
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Christ Church Coronado is pleased to offer a Godly Play Core Training Retreat August 27-29, 2021. Over the course of the retreat, participants will experience all aspects of the Godly Play method and begin to become fluent in the Godly Play core stories and fundamental practices. Additionally, Godly Play's guiding Theology of Childhood is introduced, so participants become more deeply connected to their work. The circle of participants becomes very strong and trustworthy when this work is done in the closed environment of a several-day retreat, and participants enjoy spiritual renewal and lasting friendships. This training is regularly $355 but will be offered to participants from our diocese for $50 per person. For further scholarship assistance please contact Charlette Preslar, [email protected].
Retreat Schedule:
8/27, Friday - 3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. includes dinner
8/28, Saturday - 8:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. includes coffee, snacks and lunch
8/29, Sunday - 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. includes lunch, snacks, and beverages
Space is limited. Please register through the link below.
code for EDSD discount: diocesesandiego
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On December 3 - 4, 2021, the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego will welcome Presiding Bishop Michael Curry to Southern California for a celebration of good news. With interactive outreach projects, workshops, live discussion panels, youth offerings, and an evening of celebration at the beautiful Town and Country Resort, this is the perfect time to get away and enjoy some good news.
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Join us in prayer for the Good News Festival.
Loving God, Author of life, in You we live and move and have our being. We ask that you revive us again in your mighty Spirit as we prepare our hearts for The Good News Festival. Inspire us to reach out to those who do not know you, and welcome them with open arms, without judgment, so that all may embrace your Good News, answer your call, and dance together with joy. We ask this in Jesus’ name. Amen
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Who's your "One?" Inviting friends, family, and neighbors to the Good News Festival is an important part of making this event a true celebration of good news. Join us in committing to invite your "One," one person you know who needs to hear the good news of Jesus. You can find materials to help invite "your one" to the Good News Festival on the website. The flyers are available for download, but printed materials will also be provided to churches for broad distribution.
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Trauma Response Program for Congregations |
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Boston University School of Theology’s Trauma Response Program for Congregations brings together a team of theological mentors, subject matter experts, and community leaders to create a network of support to accompany nine congregations. The program is supported by a diverse and committed leadership team. As part of Lilly Endowment’s “Thriving Congregations Initiative,” our team affirms that congregational thriving depends on attention to multiple layers of harm (individual/institutional/societal; social/economic/political) and longstanding effects of generational trauma and systemic inequalities. Faith matters in relation to all of these! Learn More
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All Saint's Vista Seeks Music Director |
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All Saints Vista is looking for a creative and talented musician to help lead us in broadening our music offerings for worship. Guitarists are especially invited to apply. The schedule is flexible, and we can even arrange for you to have several Sundays off. For more information about the position contact the Rev. Kirby Smith.
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Leadership Change at St. Thomas in Canterbury |
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On Friday, July 23rd, the Rev. Julie Bryant shared with the Bishop’s Committee that she has accepted a call to serve another congregation in the Diocese of Los Angeles. Rev. Julie’s final day with St. Thomas of Canterbury will be Sunday, August 8th.
The Bishop’s Committee is beginning to work with the Diocese of San Diego to determine the next steps for finding a new vicar for our church. In the meantime, we will work with the Diocese to determine how we will operate through this period of transition. The Bishop’s Committee believes that ongoing and frequent communication is vital to this process.
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Diocesan Staff Returns to the Office |
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And feel free--as always--to call Bishop Susan, Canon Gwynn, Canon Christian, or Chris for any reason.
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Beware of Phishing Attempts |
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If you receive a suspicious email from an address that seems to be Bishop Susan, but it is not from an @edsd.org email account, it is a phishing attempt. Bishop Susan will never email you asking for funds or financial support by way of gift cards. Nor will the bishop's emails be filled with grammatical errors. Every official email from the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego comes from an @edsd.org email address. |
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Phishing is a cyber attack that uses disguised email as a weapon. The goal is to trick the email recipient into believing that the message is something they want or need — a request from their bank, for instance, or a note from someone in their company — and to click a link or download an attachment.
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Faith to Go: Your weekly formation resources |
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A Weekly, On The Go Resource for Parents and Non-Parents Alike
Hosted by the Faith To Go team in the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, David Tremaine and Charlette Preslar. Joined each week by a special guest, the Faith To Go team highlights themes from the Sunday Gospel reading for you to take into your faith discussions and reflections throughout the week. More Here
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Resources for Emotional Support |
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The coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak is changing life for all of us. You may feel anxious, stressed, worried, sad, bored, depressed, lonely or frustrated in these circumstances.
You’re not alone!
Find resources to connect with real people that can help, here.
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