This Week’s Service Schedule
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First Sunday of Advent
Morning Prayer Services
8:40-9 a.m. on Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday in the Chapel
Thursday, November 30
Noon Midday Healing Eucharist in the Chapel
Saturday, December 2
5 p.m. Holy Eucharist in the Celtic Tradition in the Chapel
Bulletin
Sunday, December 3
8 a.m. Holy Eucharist Rite II in the Sanctuary
Bulletin | Readings/Music
9 a.m. Education Hour in the MPR
Finding Jesus in Advent: Spiritual Practices
10 a.m. Choral Eucharist in the Sanctuary
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4 p.m. Lessons & Carols Service in the Sanctuary
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Wednesday, December 6
6 p.m. ReGeneration Contemporary Eucharist Service in the Chapel
Dinner included after the Service
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We will livestream the 10 a.m. Sunday service on YouTube and Facebook. View worship bulletins on the St. Bart’s App or on the Worship Schedule page of our website in addition to this weekly newsletter.
ReGeneration Contemporary Eucharist services with meal are held the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 6 p.m. in the Chapel.
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In this week’s newsletter, you’ll find the following items:
A Note from the Rector: Waking Up to Hope
Announcements
- Saints Alive!, Dec 5
- Christmas Cookie Extravaganza, Dec 9 & 10
- Vestry Elections on the Horizon
- 2024 Stewardship Update
- Adult Forum Advent Series
- Flower Donations
December Worship & Music Events
- Advent Wreath-Making, Dec 3
- Lessons & Carols, Dec 3
- ReGen Service, Dec 6
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Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along, Dec 8 & 10
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Dickens’s A Christmas Carol, Dec 15
Service & Outreach
- Year-End Outreach Opportunities
- Angel Tree Program, Dec 2 & 3
- Advent Blanket Drive, Dec 3, 10 & 17
Children & Youth
- Tabby Nation Art & Adoption Event, Dec 4
- St. Nick Visit, Dec 10
- New Preschool Class Options
- Preschool Pizza Fundraiser
Upcoming Events
Parishioner News
- St. Bartians Rock December Nights, Dec 1
Interfaith & Community Events
- Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting Ceremony w/Mother Nina, Dec 5
- Sandy Hook Vigil, Dec 9
Diocesan News
- Camp Stevens Family Camps
- Children’s Camp, Jan 2024
- Youth Retreat, Feb 2024
Weekly Ministries Calendar
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Waking Up to Hope
The Reverend Mother Nina Bacas
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Dear St. Bart’s Family,
Scripture repeatedly tells us to wake up and keep alert. What does this mean for us in Advent, a season of waiting, preparation, and repentance? Consider that another definition of repentance is to “go beyond.” And another definition of hope is to stop thinking about what we can (or can’t) do and start trusting in what God can do through us. [...]
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Saints Alive! Advent Luncheon
Dec 5
The Wisdom Circle is shining a light in the darkness of Advent with an opportunity for fellowship, food, music and reflection. Come join us in the sanctuary on Tuesday, December 5, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m., as we strengthen our relationships with one another and prepare for Christ’s birth. We need volunteers to:
- Set up and decorate, 10:30-11:30 a.m.
- Be a table host, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Clean up, 1-2 p.m.
Contact Nancy Peterson to RSVP to the event or sign up to volunteer.
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Save the Date: Christmas Cookie Extravaganza
Dec 9 & 10
Bring a plate of your FAVORITE Christmas cookies (homemade or store bought) to share on the patio after services on December 9 and 10. We will have goodie bags so you can take some to go. On Sunday after the 10 a.m. service, we will offer a cookie decorating opportunity, so bring the kids! All are welcome to participate, regardless of their contribution.
NOTE: To protect those with allergies, please clearly label cookies that contain nuts.
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Vestry & Convention Delegate Elections on the Horizon
During November and December, we are accepting candidate nominations for vestry and Diocesan Convention delegates. The election will be held at the annual meeting on January 28, 2024. There are four open vestry seats to be filled; now is the time to place your name on the ballot. For more details, click the buttons below.
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2024 Stewardship Update
Thank you for showing your commitment to stewardship by participating in St. Bart’s “Forward in Faith” Giving Weekend. We currently have over $635,239 in pledges, with commitments of support made by 141 households (28 of which are new or returning!).
Please use the link below to watch a one-minute video by Bill Angus, St. Bart’s Treasurer and key member of our church community, about how his own giving began and why it is important that everyone pledge, regardless of the amount.
Blessings and a Happy Thanksgiving from your Stewardship team!
Questions? Contact Anne Hand, Campaign Co-Chair, Judy Macemon, or Bill Angus, St. Bart’s Treasurer.
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December Adult Forums
“Finding Jesus in Advent: Spiritual Practices”
An Advent Series with Dr. Elisabeth Koenig
Sundays, 9 a.m.
Advent is the season of Incarnation, during which Christians await the birth of God in Jesus Christ. It is a perfect time to talk about Discernment, because Discernment mirrors Incarnation: Whereas God takes on human flesh in Jesus, Discernment makes the relationship with God concrete and actual through lived human choice and decision-making. Please join us on December 3, 10 and 17 for this Sunday morning series.
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Christmas Flower Offerings
Please consider making a Christmas flower offering this Advent to remember a special occasion (like a holiday, anniversary or birthday) or to give thanks for friends, family, good health or good fortune. If you would like to be included in the Christmas flower remembrance offering, there will be flower offering envelopes in church during the first three weeks of Advent. Print your name on the front of the envelope, and the name(s) of those you are honoring on the back. Be sure to write “Flowers” on the memo line of your check. The Flower Guild is thankful for your generosity at Christmas and all year long. For more information, contact Bobbie Davis at (858) 775-2624.
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Dec 3, after 10 a.m. service: Advent Wreath-Making
Dec 3, 4 p.m.: Lessons & Carols (sanctuary)
Dec 5, 11:30 a.m.: Saints Alive Luncheon (sanctuary)
Dec 6, 6 p.m.: ReGen Service (chapel)
Dec 8, 7 p.m.: Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along (sanctuary)
Dec 9, 7 p.m.: Christmas Cookie Extravaganza (chapel patio)
Dec 10, 11:30 a.m.: Christmas Cookie Extravaganza (courtyard)
Dec 10, 4 p.m.: Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along (sanctuary)
Dec 15, 7 p.m.: Dickens’s A Christmas Carol (sanctuary)
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Advent Wreath-Making
Dec 3
Come and make an Advent Wreath after the 10 a.m. Eucharist on Sunday, December 3! All are welcome to create a “sand bowl” Advent wreath to take home. Enjoy this beautiful practice of saying prayers as you light a new candle each Sunday. A $10 donation is suggested but not required.
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Advent Lessons & Carols
Dec 3
Mark your calendars for Sunday, December 3, at 4 p.m.! The season of Advent will begin with our annual Festival of Lessons and Carols, led by the parish choir, with beautiful carols and hymns to help usher in this season of expectation and anticipation.
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ReGen Service
Dec 6
Our regularly scheduled ReGen service and shared meal will be held in the chapel on the first Wednesday of the month, December 6, at 6 p.m. The theme will be St. Nicholas, and the Hospitality Committee will provide a baked potato bar.
Note that there will be no ReGen service on the third Wednesday of December; we will participate instead in the 7 p.m. Blue Christmas service in the chapel that evening.
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Handel’s Messiah Sing-Along
Dec 8 & 10
Join us for our annual Messiah sing-along in collaboration with the Greater San Diego Music Coterie on Friday, December 8, at 7 p.m., and Sunday, December 10, at 4 p.m. Enjoy the brilliant music of Handel’s Messiah (Christmas portion), with choir, orchestra and soloists, as we all share in the joy of the season. Bring your own score or rent one ($5) at the door. Tickets $25 ($10 for students).
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Dickens’s A Christmas Carol
Dec 15
Join us on Friday, December 15, at 7 p.m., to hear a dramatic reading of Dickens’s beloved classic, accompanied by an audience sing-along of some of our best-loved Christmas carols. Free admission (donations welcome).
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Calling All Parishioners: Year-End Outreach Ministries at St. Bart’s
The last month of the year is a very busy time for St. Bart’s outreach ministries, and we have many opportunities for everyone to engage in both hands-on service and the giving of gifts to our neighbors. Please join us for the ministries that call to you. Click the button below to see all the upcoming year-end events, and contact the ministry coordinators listed for more information.
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Angel Tree Program
Dec 2 & 3
Remember to bring back your wrapped gifts for Project Angel Tree this Saturday, December 2, or Sunday, December 3. If you won’t be at services this weekend, please drop your gifts off in the church office during the week. Any questions regarding gift selections can be directed to our Angel Tree Coordinator, Rosalind Duddy, at (858) 485-1770.
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Advent Blanket Drive
Outreach invites you to donate used or new blankets of all types to benefit our diocese's border ministry work.
When: Now through Sunday, Dec 17
Where: Church office or Sanctuary
For: Men, women and children
How: Blankets will be delivered to makeshift camps by the diocese's Migration Task Force.
St. Bart's Outreach pledges one waterproof poncho to go with every blanket donated!
For more information, please contact Jim Grandinetti.
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Tabby Nation Art & Adoption Event
Dec 4
Tabby Nation Cat Rescue invites you to attend their CAT Creative Chaos Collective Family Art Night on December 4, 6-8 p.m., in the MPR. The evening will be full of adoptable cats, cookies, tea, hot chocolate and art projects for the whole family. The photo above is the art project for this event. Space and supplies are limited, so RSVP soon on the Tabby Nation website. If you can’t make it this month, there will be another event on January 8.
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A Visit from St. Nick
Dec 10
A reminder that St. Nicholas will be surprising the children with a visit during the 10 a.m. Eucharist on Sunday, December 10—you won’t want to miss this service. We will also be decorating cookies after church. It promises to be a fun and festive day!
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Preschool Class Options
We’re excited to share that new class options for our 2024-25 school year are now available on the St. Bart’s Preschool website. Registration starts January 23 for currently enrolled families, church members and siblings of alumni. Community registration starts January 30. For more information or to schedule a tour, please contact the Preschool Director, Tracey Buzo, at (858) 487-2140 or [email protected].
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Preschool Pizza Fundraiser
Through Dec 6
St. Bart’s Preschool is selling Little Caesars pizza kits and cookie dough that you and your children can make at home. Children love to help in the kitchen, and this is such a fun way to make memories together. Your purchase will be sent via FedEx right to your door—it doesn’t get any easier than that! You can also support the preschool by buying promo codes for in-store pizza purchases at Little Caesars locations. Proceeds will go toward the purchase of STEAM materials for the children to enjoy. This fundraiser ends on Wednesday, December 6, so order your pizza kits and cookie dough soon! Use the QR code on the flyer or click on the button below.
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Red Cross Blood Drive
Dec 4
The next blood drive on campus will be Monday, December 4, 9 .a.m-3 p.m. Register at RedCrossBlood.org/RapidPass.
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Parishioners are invited to send in photos and short announcements about their families that they would like to share with the congregation: graduations, marriages, birth of a child, promotions, transfers, new house, upcoming performances or games that the congregation can attend and support. We all missed years of connecting with one another in person. Here is an opportunity to build back our community and help us learn about each other and share the Good News! Please send photos and stories to news@stbartschurch.org. | |
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Parishioners Rock December Nights
Dec 1
Come see two of our St. Bartians on Friday, December 1, at 4 p.m., as they perform with Encore Vocal Ensemble on the stage of the Spreckels Organ Pavilion in Balboa Park. Jennifer Blanton will be singing soprano, and Lauren Sleeper will be playing drums and percussion. To learn more about this diverse performance group, click the button below.
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If you have never attended December Nights, click the button below to learn more. It’s a grand holiday festival all around Balboa Park with food, vendors, music, dancing, lights and more! | |
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Christmas Tree & Menorah Lighting Ceremony
Dec 5
Head to Rancho Bernardo on Tuesday, December 5, at 5:30 p.m, to enjoy this Rotary-sponsored holiday event. Mother Nina will give a brief ecumenical invocation. To RSVP, call (800) 644-1150. Contact Mike Fuqua with any questions.
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Sandy Hook Vigil
Dec 9
San Diego’s 11th Annual Sandy Hook Vigil for Victims of Gun Violence will be held at Mission Hills United Methodist Church (4044 Lark St., San Diego, CA 92103) on Saturday, December 9, 4:30-5:45 p.m. Please join other St. Bart’s parishioners in showing up for gun violence prevention—let’s remember the children and educators who died on December 14, 2012, and the thousands more who have lost their lives to senseless gun violence since then. This year’s event will feature youth voices, music and hope for change. Please email or call Paul Conry, (808) 927-4157, with any questions.
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Camp Stevens Family Camps
The Camp Stevens mission is to inspire, challenge and empower personal, social and environmental transformation. They host several trainings, camps, retreats and trips, both on- and off-site, including two this winter that are booking up fast. You can take part in fun, enriching activities, enjoy great food and breathe in Julian’s clean mountain air. Click the link below to learn more about upcoming 2024 family camps.
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Camp Stevens is also partnering with the children’s and youth leaders of our diocese to start a new overnight camp in January for children in grades 3-6, in addition to continuing the annual youth camp for grades 6-12 in February. | |
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Listening for God! Children’s Epiphany Camp
This brand-new diocesan offering invites children in grades 3-6 to explore the joy of Camp Stevens in WINTER, January 13-15, 2024! Children will stay in Blum Lodge, eat delicious Camp Stevens food, make new friends and grow in faith and love.
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Love Kindness! Youth Epiphany Retreat
Join other 6th-12th graders at the Youth Epiphany Retreat at Camp Stevens on February 9, 2024. This year’s retreat is shaping up to be particularly powerful. In a world that can feel challenging and overwhelming, the youth of our diocese are choosing to grow closer to God and one another by using Micah 6:8 as their guiding scripture.
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Mondays
Tuesdays
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10:30-11:30 a.m. Chair Yoga & Meditation - MPR - First class free - Contact Lisa Oakes for pricing
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Noon. Brown Bag Lunch on 1st & 3rd Tuesdays of the month - MPR - Contact Rev. Nancy Burnett
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1-3 p.m. Quilting Ministry on 2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month - Ed Building, Quilt Rm - Contact Holly Gray
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7:30 a.m. Tuesday Morning Book Review - Starbucks (12469 Rancho Bernardo Rd., San Diego, CA 92128) - Contact Jerry Blanton
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5 p.m. Centering Prayer - Zoom - Contact Parth Domke
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6 p.m. EfM Class - MPR - Contact Bill Doehr
Wednesdays
Thursdays
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8-10 a.m. Food Bank Delivery to St. Luke’s - Contact Jerry Blanton
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10 a.m.-noon. Bible Study: “Searching for the Historical Jesus” - Zoom - Contact Bob Capettini
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5:30-6:30 p.m. Choir School - Ed Building, Choir Room - Contact John-Luke Addison
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7-9 p.m. Parish Choir for Adults and Teens - Ed Building, Choir Room - Contact John-Luke Addison
Fridays
Saturdays
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10 a.m-noon. Daughters of the King on 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month - Ed Building, Rm 3AB - Contact Sandy Morrison
Sundays
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9-9:50 a.m. Sunday School for ages 3-12 - Ed Building, Godly Play Room - Contact Mother Nina Bacas
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9-9:50 a.m. Youth Forum for grades 6-12 - Ed Building, Rm 3D - Contact Lauren Sleeper
- 9-9:45 a.m. Adult Forum - MPR - Led by various ministries and guests
- 1 p.m. Eucharist Service on the 1st Sunday of the month - Casa de las Campanas
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