Diocesan News
Diocesan Convention: You Will Be My Witnesses
Our 46th Annual Diocesan Convention takes place on Friday - Saturday, November 8 - 9 at St. Margaret's, Palm Desert. Please take a moment now to register yourself and your congregation's delegates. Registration deadline: October 27.

Register Online
Please take a moment to register. Bishop Susan brings a new perspective and new voices to this important annual event. We anticipate hearing from experts around the church in the areas of discipleship, evangelism and service, among others. Register

Childcare
Childcare is available for free both days of convention, Friday, November 8 and Saturday, November 9 from 8:30 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Please register by contacting Registrar Alyson Terry , 619-481-5455.

Get to Know Our Nominees
Members of our diocese are putting their names forward for consideration by our diocesan convention. Learn about our nominees for diocesan positions, especially if you are a voting delegate. Meet the Nominees

Online Voting
Attention All Delegates: We will use online voting during the convention. Please bring your smartphone, tablet or other device that connects to the Internet, and your charger.  Practice online voting here .

Youth at DioCon
We have a weekend full of exciting programming for youth who attend diocesan convention. The weekend includes an awesome Tshirt, hotel stay for two nights, all meals and lots of fun with other diocesan youth.  Learn more .

Lodging
The bishop's office has a list of hotels on the  diocesan website . We did not reserve a block of rooms this year. Please make your reservations now, as there is a pickelball tournament and a baseball tournament taking place the same weekend and hotels are filling up.

Banners and Stands
Please plan to bring your congregation's banner and banner stand and a person to process in with the banner during the convention eucharist on Saturday. If you have questions about the liturgy, please contact the Rev.  Laura Sheridan-Campbell .

Diocesan-wide Choir
If you would like to participate in the diocesan-wide choir for the Saturday morning Eucharist, please email John Wright .

Pet Food Ingathering
The planning committee asks delegates to bring donations of dry dog and cat food. St. Margaret's hosts a large weekly ministry for people struggling in the Coachella Valley. Many of them receive unconditional love from their pets and often have to choose between buying pet food and paying for medications or food. Help us help others keep their loving companions at their side by bringing pet food donations. Questions? Contact Chet Hecht .

Exhibitors
To display your wares or ministry, please  fill out this form . if you have questions about exhibiting at convention, contact Admin Assistant  Destiny Cisneros .
Employment Opportunity in the Bishop's Office
Please share this employment opportunity with those who may be qualified and pray for discernment as we listen for God's call:


Shine Our Light: Stewardship 2019 Resources
Check out new stewardship resources from The Episcopal Network for Stewardship (TENS). Our diocese provides a membership for all 43 congregations. Visit the TENS website.
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For more ideas, view the Stewardship and Beyond workshop.
Upcoming Events
Celebration of New Ministry
Good Shepherd, Hemet welcomes the Rev. Susan Latimer as its new rector. The diocese will celebrate new ministry on Saturday, October 12 at 11 a.m. at Good Shepherd, 308 Acacia E. Ave., Hemet, 92543. Learn more about our new clergy person in this brief bio on the  diocesan website . Welcome, Rev. Latimer!
Diocesan Youth Leaders Retreat
Saturday - Sunday, October 19 - 20
Send your youth minister to the annual youth leaders retreat at Camp Stevens, our diocesan camp in Julian. Highlights of the weekend include: suicide prevention training, new games and icebreakers for youth, diocesan resources for chaperones, social media and waivers, best practices, hiking, singing, laughing and worshipping in the outdoor chapel. We would love a representative from each congregation. Please encourage your youth minister to join us. Questions? Contact  Charlette Preslar .

Safeguarding God's People: New Modules Due October 31
California now requires employers to ensure all employees and volunteers complete new sexual harassment prevention training. We encourage all churches to have employees and volunteers complete the training by October 31. Learn more (PDF).
Bishop's Legacy Society Evensong
Sunday, November 3, 4 - 6 p.m.
All who have remembered their congregation or the diocese in their end-of-life plans are encouraged to attend this annual Evensong. Bishop Susan will thank participants for their generosity and foresight. Contact   Hannah Wilder  for info.
Paul Found: In His Letters
Thursday, November 21
This seminar shares the story of Paul in his own words. It is a story of downward mobility, courage, humility by a first-century man who was politically subversive, Jewish, poor, hard-working, multi-lingual, scarred, and someone judged as an unmanly man. The Rev. George Martin will lead us through this fascinating fresh look at the apostle Paul. Learn more on the  diocesan website .

Visit the Holy Land with Dr. David Moseley
June 20 - July 5
Have you ever wanted to walk in Jesus' footsteps, to visit the land sacred to the three great faiths of Judaism, Christianity and Islam? David Moseley, PhD will lead a trip to the Holy Land of Israel, Palestine and Jordan next summer, and will teach a series of classes to prepare participants for this unforgettable journey. Dr. Moseley holds undergraduate and graduate degrees from Oxford and Cambridge Universities, and has led dozens of international trips. For further information on this tour please contact David Moseley.
Book Nook
New Title from Formation Chair David Tremaine
Instead of viewing addictions as diseases, what if we saw them as invitations from God to new depth and transformation? When we are able to hold our addictions gently and look at them anew, they reveal greater understanding about ourselves, our suffering and God. Author David Tremaine, member of the executive council, and chair of the diocesan formation committee, explores the possibilities of understanding addiction not as a diseased part of our humanity but as a blessed part of our spiritual journey.

Little Women Cookbook by Jenne Bergstrom and Miko Osada
Jenne Bergstrom, daughter of the late Canon Peter Bergstrom, published a cookbook that brings to life the recipes in Louisa May Alcott's Little Women series . Learn to make ice cream with Meg, molasses candy with Jo, baked squash with Beth, pickled limes with Amy, and so much more. For a creative twist, these delicious step-by-step recipes are adapted from vintage Civil War-era cookbooks for the modern kitchen. Canon Bergstrom was the executive director of our diocesan camp in Julian, Camp Stevens, for 40 years.

Congregational Events
Healing Service for Pregnancy & Infant Loss
Tuesday, October 8, 6 p.m.

All who have experienced loss of children soon after birth through miscarriage, stillbirth, abortion, placing for adoption or inability to conceive are welcome to this liturgy of healing prayer and reflection. St James, 743 Prospect St., La Jolla. Questions? Contact the Rev. Rebecca Dinovo .
 
Art Exhibit
St. James, La Jolla

“San Diego Mid-Century Modern Places of Worship” is on view through October 27 at St. James by-the-Sea, 743 Prospect St., La Jolla. Free admission. The closing reception is Sunday, October 27, 3 p.m. when the contest prizes will be awarded to the winners. 858- 459-3421. sjbts.org. Learn more.
Ramona Bluegrass Festival
Saturday, October 26, 12 - 7 p.m.

Come to the 10th annual festival held in St. Mary's community garden at 11th and San Vincente Road, Ramona. Great music, great food, music workshops. Camping nearby. Call 760-638-4300 for info. Ramonabluegrassfest.com
Estate and Long-Term Care Planning Workshops
Wednesday-Thursday, October 16-17

These free workshops cover essential long-term care and estate planning topics. 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. at St. Paul's Manor, 2635 Second Ave., San Diego. To register or for information: 619-500-1902, [email protected].
Coronado Yoga

Christ Church, Coronado invites you to a number of yoga options this month. Dates and times may vary so note the schedules below:
  • Tuesday evenings with Rebecca at 5:00 p.m. - meeting every Tuesday in October with the exception of Tuesday, October 15.
  • Restorative Yoga with Nereyda at 4:30 p.m.- meeting October 10 and October 24.
  • Yoga with Heather Smith at 4:30 p.m. - Thursday, October 17 and October 31.

Classes meet in  Hinde Hall , suggested donation is  $5.

 
Shower Volunteers Needed

People experiencing homelessness appreciate hot showers--come help make that possible! Volunteers needed at St. Mark's, 4227 Fairmount Ave, San Diego on the following dates (9 a.m. - 12 p.m.):

  • Wednesday, October 9
  • Thursday, October 24
  • Tuesday, December 24

Help during the interfaith shelter is also welcome: December 1 - 15 at different times. Contact Amy Maxim for information.
Vida Joven Trip
Saturday, October 25, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.

Join St. Michael's, Carlsbad as they travel to Vida Joven de Mexico to play with the children in the Tijuana orphanage. A valid passport is required. Bring a sack lunch. Consider a $10 donation for transportation.

St. Peter's, Del Mar
Passion for Fashion
Monday, November 25, 12 p.m.

Join us for our annual fashion show, lunch, Christmas boutique and fashion boutique. Proceeds support the mission and ministry of St. Peter's, Del Mar. Babysitting available if reserved by November 17. $25. Questions? Contact Chris Miller.
All Souls' Home Tour
Saturday, December 7, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

All Souls’ 68th Annual Christmas Home Tour features a group of five lovely Point Loma homes decked out in a delightful variety of festive residences. The tour includes a historical masterpiece with holiday model train displays, warm family homes with generations of treasured Christmas decorations and some expansive San Diego views. Proceeds support All Souls' ministries and operations. Learn more .     
A Call for
Uncommon Courage
Saturday, December 7
11:30 a.m. - 3 p.m.

St. Margaret's, Palm Desert welcomes world renowned author Joan Chittister to share her passion for social justice, God, and life. Her message energizes us to participate in a vision for a world greater than our current one.

Experience the Oberammergau Passion Play in Germany
May 11 - 21
Christians from around the world travel to witness the epic Passion Play in Oberammergau, Bavaria, an event that takes place once every 10 years! 
St. Bartholomew’s, Poway has planned an exciting customized tour including the day and evening Oberammergau experience, as well as time exploring Munich, Salzburg and Lucerne. Contact Tour Coordinator Jill Henderson , 760-807-8445. 
Piano Lessons

Have you ever wanted to learn piano, or brush up on a skill you learned when you were a child? Or would you like to enrich your children’s lives with further music education? John-Luke Addison, director of music at St. Bartholomew's, Poway, is starting a piano studio held at St. Bart’s and is accepting anyone who is interested in learning. John-Luke’s lessons are fun, engaging, informative and well-structured. Learn classical, jazz, pop, or any other style that interests you. Contact John-Luke to discuss.
Beyond Our Diocese
Please Pray for Bishop Andrus
The Rt. Rev. Marc Andrus suffered a stroke this morning. We request your prayers for this bishop in a neighboring diocese, the Diocese of California, based in San Francisco.

Rooted in Jesus 2020
Tuesday - Friday, Jan 21-24, 2020 | Atlanta, Georgia
It’s time for the Episcopal Church to come together as disciples of Jesus and take a bold new step into the next decade. Join Presiding Bishop Michael Curry, the Rev. William Barber and more. Tracks reflecting aspects of discipleship include: formation, mission, stewardship, evangelism, preaching, leadership, and communications, or you can chart your own course from our long list of workshops, panels, and plenaries. For more information, please visit: rootedinjesus.church
Crossing the Lines

Tuesday - Thursday, October 22-24
This conference seeks to nurture a Christian conversation about the social differences that divide people around race, gender, immigration and disability.

Hosted and sponsored by the Point Loma Nazarene University Wesleyan Center, in collaboration with the Women’s Studies Center and the Center for Justice and Reconciliation.

Speakers include Lisa Sharon Harper, Thomas E. Reynolds, M. Daniel Carroll R., and Jennifer Givhan.


A Prayer Attributed to Saint Francis

Lord, make us instruments of your peace.
Where there is hatred, let us sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is discord, union;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;
where there is darkness, light;
where there is sadness, joy.
Grant that we may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
to be understood as to understand;
to be loved as to love.
For it is in giving that we receive;
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned;
and it is in dying that we are born to eternal life. Amen.