http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/ The diocesan blog is a great place to let the rest of us know about the projects in your congregations. We'd like to collect as many of these stories about our work as Christ's heart and hands in the world as we can. The Diocese of San Diego is full of servant leaders, and their stories need to be told.If you can write up your own story, all the better; if you have temporary or permanent writer's block but have a story to tell, contact Hannah Wilder, 619-481-5456, and we'll help you tell the story. Fri, 18 May 2012 17:15:24 GMT en-us Copyright 2012 The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/a-thank-you-from-across-the-border/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/a-thank-you-from-across-the-border/ Fri, 18 May 2012 17:15:24 GMT The Rev. Armando Casillas, priest in charge of the Anglican church of San Pedro Apostol in Mexicali, wrote us this thank you letter after we provided funds for the resolution of his health issues in the fall of 2011. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/how-to-design-without-graphics/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/how-to-design-without-graphics/ Thu, 10 May 2012 21:26:44 GMT Graphic designer John McWade gives a brief lesson on how to design without graphics. This is useful knowledge for anyone designing church newsletters, brochures, programs, etc. Watch and learn! http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/from-the-front-lines/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/from-the-front-lines/ Fri, 04 May 2012 22:29:45 GMT Channel 8 features the Rev. Matthew Canter, curate at St. Michael's by-the-Sea, Carlsbad. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/resolution-to-build-a-community-of-love-and-not-hate/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/resolution-to-build-a-community-of-love-and-not-hate/ Thu, 03 May 2012 22:04:50 GMT Bishop Mathes added his signature to this resolution from the Multi-Faith Clergy and Faith Leaders of San Diego to build a community of love and not hate. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/new-leadership-at-st-johns-chula-vista/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/new-leadership-at-st-johns-chula-vista/ Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:45:04 GMT Tom Morelli writes about two new leaders to St. John's, Chula Vista: the Rev. David Marshall and Dr. Phil Hadley, the priest in charge and school administrator, respectively. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/moving-beyond-stories/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/moving-beyond-stories/ Wed, 25 Apr 2012 21:07:56 GMT Drew Goodmanson writes about the objective of church communications for Church Marketing Sucks. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/who-is-our-neighbor/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/who-is-our-neighbor/ Tue, 17 Apr 2012 22:49:05 GMT Alison Royle, parishioner at St. Peter's, Del Mar shares her story of walking the Way of the Cross on Holy Monday, April 2, 2012. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/personal-stories-from-maundy-thursday-foot-washing/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/personal-stories-from-maundy-thursday-foot-washing/ Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:39:58 GMT A collection of stories from volunteers at the Maundy Thursday Foot Washing at the Episcopal Church Center in Ocean Beach. The event took place on April 5, 2012. Over 200 people were given new shoes and socks and provided wraparound services and a warm meal. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/blessing-of-new-shoes-for-maundy-thursday/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/blessing-of-new-shoes-for-maundy-thursday/ Fri, 06 Apr 2012 04:08:06 GMT Bishop Mathes gave this blessing of the brand new shoes that were given away on Maundy Thursday, April 5, 2012 at the Episcopal Church Center. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/bishops-blessing-for-water-to-wine/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/bishops-blessing-for-water-to-wine/ Thu, 29 Mar 2012 16:50:56 GMT Bishop Mathes gave this blessing at the end of the fundraiser for Episcopal Community Services, Water to Wine. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/feast-day-for-oscar-romero/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/feast-day-for-oscar-romero/ Sat, 24 Mar 2012 18:06:10 GMT Alexandra Howard writes an educational piece about Salvador bishop, Oscar Romero, whose feast day we celebrate today. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/a-week-of-wellness/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/a-week-of-wellness/ Thu, 15 Mar 2012 20:45:17 GMT Hannah writes about her experience at the Episcopal Church Medical Trust conference at Kanuga, North Carolina. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/holy-cross-does-holy-work/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/holy-cross-does-holy-work/ Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:40:28 GMT A brief story of how one congregation reached out and made a difference across our diocese. Way to go, Holy Cross! http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/a-prayer-for-tornado-victims/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/a-prayer-for-tornado-victims/ Tue, 06 Mar 2012 21:18:59 GMT A massive F-4 tornado struck the Midwest and Southern states, killing 39 people and injuring hundreds of others on February 28 - March 1, 2012. This prayer is for all survivors. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/what-is-happening/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/what-is-happening/ Thu, 01 Mar 2012 21:54:44 GMT What is Happening? Let the teens tell you themselves in this video clip. As we gear up for this weekend's youth retreat, it's a good time to refresh our memories of why we do this...and just how important it is. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/leap-day-traditions-no-man-is-safe/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/leap-day-traditions-no-man-is-safe/ Tue, 28 Feb 2012 22:10:55 GMT An interesting story about leap day traditions from: http://www.chiff.com/a/leap-year.htm. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/the-duderino-explains-lent/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/the-duderino-explains-lent/ Fri, 24 Feb 2012 17:29:45 GMT The Episcopal Diocese of Texas provides this funny take on Lent. Of course if you want to find an Episcopal church near you in the Diocese of San Diego, go here: http://www.edsd.org/congregations/. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/lent-in-two-minutes/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/lent-in-two-minutes/ Thu, 23 Feb 2012 19:34:24 GMT An informative, two-minute video about Ash Wednesday and Lent from Busted Halo. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/we-caught-the-spirit/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/we-caught-the-spirit/ Thu, 16 Feb 2012 23:36:39 GMT A brief synopsis of Diocesan Convention 2012. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/diocesan-convention-survival-guide/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/diocesan-convention-survival-guide/ Thu, 09 Feb 2012 19:40:01 GMT As we convene for our annual diocesan convention tomorrow, Friday, February 10, 2012, here's a humorous take on diocesan conventions in general from the Rev. Timothy Schenck, rector of St. John's Episcopal Church in Hingham, MA. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/many-paths-one-church/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/many-paths-one-church/ Thu, 02 Feb 2012 23:37:39 GMT Come to the Episcopal Communicators Conference, March 20 - 23, 2012 at Kanuga Camp and Conference Center in Ashville, North Carolina. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/point-loma-clergy-to-tweet-at-white-house/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/point-loma-clergy-to-tweet-at-white-house/ Fri, 20 Jan 2012 23:18:47 GMT Our very own Father Mike Russell, rector of All Souls', Point Loma, will be one of a chosen few tweeters at next Tuesday night's State of the Union Address. Follow him on Twitter to hear what he has to say about it, in 140 characters or less: https://twitter.com/#!/FrMike http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/5-questions-you-should-answer-on-your-church-websites-home-page/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/5-questions-you-should-answer-on-your-church-websites-home-page/ Sat, 14 Jan 2012 00:38:45 GMT Your website is too complicated. There, I said it. But deep down, you know it's true. If people can't figure out what you want them to do within 30 seconds of coming to your church website, you're on your way to becoming a ghost town. The ... http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/bishop-mathes-epiphany-message/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/bishop-mathes-epiphany-message/ Fri, 06 Jan 2012 23:41:15 GMT Bishop Mathes' thoughts on Epiphany, January 6, 2012, as he strolls through Balboa park. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/bishop-mathes-christmas-message-2011/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/bishop-mathes-christmas-message-2011/ Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:59:06 GMT The Rt. Rev. James R. Mathes, bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, shares his musings on Christmas. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/christ-church-holds-day-of-service/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/christ-church-holds-day-of-service/ Fri, 02 Dec 2011 17:08:36 GMT A creative Day of Service at Christ Church, Coronado involves every person who attended church that Sunday. Find out how! http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/whats-up-in-ocean-beach/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/whats-up-in-ocean-beach/ Thu, 17 Nov 2011 23:33:26 GMT A 3:21 slideshow about what's been going on at the Episcopal Church Center in Ocean Beach. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/bishops-list-gives-new-life-to-play-structure/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/bishops-list-gives-new-life-to-play-structure/ Thu, 10 Nov 2011 19:41:47 GMT A play structure from St. James, La Jolla was posted on the Bishop's List and ended up at St. Andrew's, Pacific Beach. Here's how! http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/i-am-the-children-of-dorcas-house/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/i-am-the-children-of-dorcas-house/ Fri, 04 Nov 2011 21:25:14 GMT The Very Rev. Scott Richardson, dean of St. Paul’s Cathedral, blessed the art saying, “when asked his identity, God says, ‘I am who I am.’ By attaching that title, “I am,” to themselves, the children of Dorcas House participate in God’s primordial, expressive, and unitive being. May they always know that their being is eternally attached to God’s and be blessed by that awareness.” http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/fue-el-mejor-fin-de-semana-de-mi-vida/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/fue-el-mejor-fin-de-semana-de-mi-vida/ Thu, 27 Oct 2011 23:22:23 GMT The Rev. Carlos Garcia describes the fall 2011 Cursillo weekend in Spanish and English. El Rev. Carlos García describe el otoño de 2011 Cursillo en Español e Inglés. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/a-glimpse-of-cursillo/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/a-glimpse-of-cursillo/ Thu, 20 Oct 2011 17:34:42 GMT What is Cursillo? It's a weekend of singing, poetry, prose and spending time with people throughout the diocese "basking in the presence of the Holy Spirit." It takes place twice per year at Camp Stevens in Julian. All are welcome to attend. Read on to find out more of the flavor of Cursillo. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/trinity-arts-alive-2011-an-evening-with-richard-lederer-nets-5000-for-youth-programs/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/trinity-arts-alive-2011-an-evening-with-richard-lederer-nets-5000-for-youth-programs/ Wed, 12 Oct 2011 22:06:03 GMT Over 100 people gathered at Trinity Church on Friday September 30 to support the parish’s youth programs. Attendees included church members, neighbors, and residents from across North County. The evening included music, word play, wine tasting, and art. The silent art auction, along with ticket sales, netted $5,000 in proceeds. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/happening-57-creates-relationships-and-altar-quilt/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/happening-57-creates-relationships-and-altar-quilt/ Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:31:23 GMT We had a wonderful Happening 57 this last weekend (September 30 - October 2, 2011) at Green Oak Ranch with teens from twelve churches, including two from Los Angeles and one from Orange County. It was was a wonderful, intimate weekend, filled with the Holy Spirit. We prayed, sang, danced and laughed our way through the weekend. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/this-fragile-earth-our-island-home/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/this-fragile-earth-our-island-home/ Sat, 17 Sep 2011 18:03:16 GMT Bishop Mathes encourages us to respond to the House of Bishop's call to take care of this fragile earth, our island home. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/the-anglican-covenant/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/the-anglican-covenant/ Fri, 16 Sep 2011 17:45:00 GMT The Rev. Zettinger, deacon at St. Bartholomew's, Poway, shares a cogent, succinct description of what the Anglican Covenant is, where we are with it now, and what it means for us as Episcopalians in this part of the world. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/spreading-the-seeds-of-eco-justice/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/spreading-the-seeds-of-eco-justice/ Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:59:09 GMT Green isn’t a fad. We’re not drawn to it because it’s hip. We are called to advocate for the Earth out of a deep sense of love and respect. Love for the generations that we will never know. Respect for the soil that we came from. We are from dirt; and to dirt we will return. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/icon-writing-a-new-expression-of-spirituality/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/icon-writing-a-new-expression-of-spirituality/ Wed, 07 Sep 2011 23:22:26 GMT Canon for Finance and Diocesan Treasurer Julie Young reflects on her weeklong icon writing retreat. Teresa Harrison of Christ Church, Coronado, led the retreat and guided participants through the spiritual process of creating their own icons. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/feasting-on-gratitude/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/feasting-on-gratitude/ Wed, 31 Aug 2011 23:13:01 GMT Episcopal Church Offers Six-Week Reflections on Stewardship The Episcopal Church Office of Stewardship has developed a six-week series of readings, reflections and questions called “Feasting on Gratitude” to assist in discerning the practice of intentional and proportional giving to one’s faith community. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/fallen-angels/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/fallen-angels/ Fri, 26 Aug 2011 18:34:21 GMT An informative article about the earthquake damage at the Washington National Cathedral in D.C. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/seeds-at-camp-stevens/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/seeds-at-camp-stevens/ Fri, 19 Aug 2011 22:06:07 GMT Cool new video about hope for our future, environmental sustainability and discounted experiences for youth at our diocesan camp! http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/surprise-liturgy-and-episcopal-evangelism/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/surprise-liturgy-and-episcopal-evangelism/ Thu, 04 Aug 2011 17:46:37 GMT Thoughts on our Episcopal liturgy from seminarian Colin Mathewson. This post originally appeared on his blog, http://colinandlaurel.blogspot.com/search/label/chaplaincy. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/beach-church/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/beach-church/ Mon, 25 Jul 2011 20:27:11 GMT It was a beautiful sunny Sunday afternoon as I strolled along to the western end of Mission Bay’s De Anza Cove to attend St. David’s new outdoor 5 p.m. worship service, under the direction of the Rev. Suzanne Watson. I helped set up ... http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/leos-story/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/leos-story/ Fri, 22 Jul 2011 21:09:40 GMT Read about Leo's achievement through the help of ECS' Friend-to-Friend program. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/san-diego-youth-ministry-network-dinner/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/san-diego-youth-ministry-network-dinner/ Mon, 18 Jul 2011 17:44:50 GMT You're Invited to Join us! Do you work with youth in the San Diego area? We would like to invite you and your spouse, significant other, or guest to join us for a celebration of ministry in San Diego! This event is open to both paid and volunteer youth workers. Dinner will be provided. We ask you to bring a beverage and dessert to share with the group! http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/touching-the-wounds/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/touching-the-wounds/ Fri, 15 Jul 2011 22:19:43 GMT The sermon preached at the funeral of First Lady Betty Ford by the Rev. Lane Hensley. Originally posted here: http://www.lanehensley.org/?p=204 http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/touring-diocesan-centers/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/touring-diocesan-centers/ Fri, 08 Jul 2011 21:31:01 GMT   In preparation for an intensive remodel at the Episcopal Church Center in Ocean Beach, five representatives from the Office of the Bishop traveled to Los Angeles to visit two different diocesan centers on July 6, 2011. The first was the ... http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/an-autographed-flip-flop/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/an-autographed-flip-flop/ Tue, 28 Jun 2011 21:56:26 GMT Youth from six congregations in our diocese attended the Episcopal Youth Event (EYE) and brought home an oversized flip-flop autographed by 1,100 youth. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/the-first-in-his-family-to-graduate-high-school/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/the-first-in-his-family-to-graduate-high-school/ Fri, 24 Jun 2011 16:22:11 GMT Read one congregation's story about helping a graduating senior afford the experience of walking with his classmates and receiving a diploma -- the first in his family. St. Anne's sets the example of being a light in its community. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/7-tips-to-develop-church-website-design/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/7-tips-to-develop-church-website-design/ Thu, 23 Jun 2011 17:19:07 GMT If you are planning to design a web site for a church, this blog post will give you a few tips on how you can go about it efficiently. Such projects are always a great idea to get started on your web design career, even if you are doing it for no charge at all. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/not-a-food-shortage-a-delivery-runner-shortage/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/not-a-food-shortage-a-delivery-runner-shortage/ Fri, 10 Jun 2011 22:45:14 GMT Can you help the Episcopal Refugee Network continue its critically important food deliveries throughout San Diego and El Cajon? http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/a-loving-home-for-martha/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/a-loving-home-for-martha/ Mon, 06 Jun 2011 22:00:43 GMT Four-year-old Martha has had more than her share of hardship in her short life. After two years in a home where there was drug abuse and domestic violence, she was taken to the home of her single, 22-year-old aunt. But by then her traumatic ... http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/episcopal-night-at-the-padres/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/episcopal-night-at-the-padres/ Mon, 06 Jun 2011 21:39:45 GMT Join us for a fun night at Petco Park! Friday, July 15 7:05 pm San Diego Padres vs. San Francisco Giants $24 Toyota Terrace (Gate Price: $38) $18 Toyota Terrace Pavilion (Gate Price: $26) $9 Upper Reserved (Gate Price: $1... http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/power-in-numbers/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/power-in-numbers/ Mon, 06 Jun 2011 21:38:33 GMT James Lawrence, the youth and young adult minister at St. Peter's Episcopal Church in Del Mar, writes about the youth beach barbeque and how its success was aided by the diocesan Facebook page. Interested in youth ministry? Contact him: jlawrence@stpetersdelmar.net. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/new-wild-life-at-christ-the-king-alpine/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/new-wild-life-at-christ-the-king-alpine/ Mon, 06 Jun 2011 15:59:53 GMT The Rev. Cathey Dowdle, rector of Christ the King, Alpine, proudly holds the wildlife habitat certification for the congregation. Christ the King is the first church in the area with this distinction. Vestry members Bob Rhoads and Terry Melton (right) led the garden restoration project. They hope it will re-energize the congregation and bring new life, both human and non-human, to their community. http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/something-new-breaks-open/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/something-new-breaks-open/ Wed, 20 Apr 2011 21:24:34 GMT Wednesday in Holy Week In the midst of this Holy Week, we fully grapple with the enormity of the sacrifice of Jesus as he moved from a parade of palms to the pain of the passion. We are reminded once again that God is not remote and distant ... http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/bishops-address-to-the-37th-annual-diocesan-convention/ http://www.edsd.org/where-sundays-are-better-than-others/bishops-address-to-the-37th-annual-diocesan-convention/ Sat, 12 Feb 2011 21:52:25 GMT Summary. Aenean lacinia bibendum nulla sed consectetur. Etiam porta sem malesuada magna mollis euismod. Donec ullamcorper nulla non metus auctor fringilla. Donec ullamcorper nulla non.