Preparing Our Hearts for Listening
a Message from Bishop Susan
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For I know the plans I have for you,' declares the Lord, 'plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.'” - Jeremiah 29:11
Churches are always full of plans – plans for next Sunday’s worship services, plans for the fall education series, plans for how to get the roof fixed. We’re pretty good at that kind of planning.
But what if God has bigger things in mind for us? What if God is doing new things in our communities and in our world, and needs for us to pay attention so we can join in? How do we listen for God’s plans?
I believe that this kind of listening is a matter of prayer, discernment, and listening for the voice of the Spirit in each other’s voices. In the Christian community, God gives us the gift of many voices with many points of view, some impractical and some startlingly illuminating. Discernment of God’s direction for us requires us to listen to the many voices, identify common themes, pay attention to surprises, and open our hearts to new ways of understanding.
That’s why, as one of the earliest actions of my time as your bishop, I want to listen to your voices. During the week of Sept. 23-27, I will be traveling to
different locations
in the diocese to listen to your wisdom, your hopes, and your dreams for the church.
Please register
so we know you are coming!
Before the listening sessions, I hope you will join us in nine days of prayer, also known as
a novena
. This time of prayer will help us all focus on our diocesan themes of discipleship, evangelism, and service, and it will prepare our hearts to share in the listening sessions the thoughts God brings to us in prayer.
The listening sessions will last about two hours, will begin and end with prayer, and will be facilitated by Ms. Susan Czolgosz, a consultant with Holy Cow Consulting. She will ask specific questions for your thoughts and input, and then we will have a time when you can share your thoughts directly with me. I will speak a bit at the beginning and the end of each session, but my basic job will be to listen to what you have to tell me.
What happens to your input after that? We will analyze all your responses and report to you about them at
diocesan convention
, November 8-9. Those in attendance at the convention will have an opportunity to respond once more there. After that, we will appoint a group who will use your responses to create a new strategic plan for the diocese for the next three to five years. The group will work closely with executive council, your elected representatives, to make sure they are reflecting your hopes and priorities. We will roll out a plan to you in fall of 2020, and it will form the basis for mission decisions in future years.
My hope is that, with your help, we will listen closely for the breath of the Holy Spirit, calling us to new mission and new life in the Diocese of San Diego. Come and speak – I will be listening.
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Service Times
Sunday
9 am
Holy Eucharist* Rite II
Godly Play and Nursery
This Weeks Readings
Amos 8:4-7
Psalm 113
1 Timothy 2:1-7
Luke 16:1-13
Listen to Services
(audio)
Weekly Gospel Reflection
Eucharist comes from the Greek and means thanksgiving. It is central to our worship. It is also called Communion, Mass, the Lord's Supper and the Divine Liturgy.
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Godly Play is grounded in the Montessori tradition and uses special materials and storytelling that invite the children into scripture and church tradition.
This Sunday:
3 - 9 years:
The Ark and the Flood
9 - 12 years:
No session this week, the kids are welcome to join us in worship, serve as acolytes, or join the younger kids session.
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Weekday Service Update
As previously announced we are exploring options for a non-Sunday service to provide a meaningful opportunity for spiritual renewal and to provide an option for those looking for a worship service that is not on Sundays.
Shortly, we will be sending an email survey to members and those who attend services on a regular basis, seeking your
desire and support for such a service and your
interest in various types of services we might consider offering. Stay tuned for more information.
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Blessings of Animals
Sunday, October 6th
9 am at Holy Cross
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On Sunday, October 6th, in honor of St. Francis, (who’s feast day is on October 4th), our liturgy will include the annual Blessing of Animals.
You are invited to bring your beloved pets to church to receive God’s blessing.
For those who prefer to keep their pets outdoor, seating will be available outside. For those who prefer not to sit by a pet, we will reserve a section of seating that is “fur free”.
Help spread the word to your neighbors, friends and family; invite them to what may likely be a howling and purring celebration of God’s great and diverse creation.
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Becoming a member of Holy Cross
If you are already baptized, and desire to make Holy Cross your
church home, please don't hesitate to speak with Rev Roger, our interim vicar, about becoming a member.
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Holy Baptism
Are you wishing to be baptized or to baptize a child/grandchild? All Saints' Day, November 1st, and the Sunday after, which is All Saints' Sunday, November 3, 2019, are days recommended for the administration of baptism. If you are interested in exploring baptism for either yourself or your child/grandchild, please speak to Rev Roger. Baptism is the full initiation
by water and
the Holy Spirit into Christ's Body of the Church and the start of
embracing the life of following Christ.
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Pride by the Beach
Saturday, Oct 12th
11 am to 5 pm
North Coast Hwy
Oceanside
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Faith & Justice Ministry
Our Faith & Justice Ministry is working with various faith communities through the San Diego Organizing Project to help advocate for
possible solutions to our present housing crisis. One of the actions we are taking is to
contact our elected representatives to encourage action to increase affordable housing opportunities for all. If you are interested in making a call to your local representative we are providing a form with phone number information and a short script for you to follow.
Click here
for call script.
Ministry leader: Brian Petersen
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Pride by the Beach
This Pride festival is a powerful way for Holy Cross to reach out to the LGBTQ community, which includes many who have been wounded by religious organizations, and let them know of God's plan for ALL to know love and be loved.
Thanks to those who have signed up to help in our booth.
How you can help
: We are still in need of a few more volunteers for afternoon slots - We ask you to prayerfully consider donating 2 hours of your time. Please check the sign-up sheet in the Tietge Room for time slots or contact Marci or Karen.
If you are unable to volunteer, but would like to support this ministry, you can help by contributing funds for the Holy Cross jar openers we give out at the event. Please note "PBTB" on the memo line of your check.
Ministry leaders: Marci Stafford and Karen Sanchez
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A message from Joyce Nehlsen
The word “hospitality” means a great deal to me. Welcoming, serving, acknowledging and appreciating the many people who step forward to bring refreshments for our Coffee Hour each Sunday.
I will be away for four Sundays, September 22, 29, October 6 & 13, visiting with family and friends.
I’m hoping that people will step forward to serve for those Sundays with
simple
refreshments*.
We are grateful for all who have contributed during the past few months.
Thank you everyone and blessings to all.
* Holy Cross provides the coffee and juice we suggest items such as fruit, muffins, bagels or similar. Please know this is not meant to be a full brunch but rather, a simple offering enabling us to sit and break bread together as we visit.
Ministry leader: Joyce Nehlsen
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We give thanks for you all and especially for...
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... our wonderful choir for the beautiful anthem this past Sunday and to Douglas Lynn for his direction
... Grant Ford for organizing our Holy Cross Day BBQ;
the men of Holy Cross for standing over the heat of the grills on such a hot day; and all who brought drinks, side dishes and dessert to share
... Rev Laura and Jerry for attending our Feast Day Eucharist and BBQ
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To see more photo's from this past Sunday
click here.
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This ministry is an extension of our Celebration of the Eucharist each week - bread and wine that has been blessed on Sunday is reserved for our Lay Eucharist Visitors to take to those who are unable to join us.
To arrange for a Lay Eucharistic visit please contact the church office at 760.930.1270.
Marcia Pierce, our lay Pastoral Ministry leader, will be notified of your need and she, or a member of the team, will contact you to make arrangements for a visit. Please let the office know if you wish to have a visit on Sunday following worship or another day of the week.
Ministry Leader: Marcia Pierce
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Please hold all on our prayer list in your prayers:
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Prayers for Comfort:
Fr. Atwood, Diane, Lee, Tom & Wayne, Nancy, Christen, Fr. Edelman, Arlene, Peter, Donna, Mary, Judy, Caroline, the Sebastian and Meyer families and Lee Mommsen, those impacted by Hurricane Dorian, those impacted by flooding in Houston and surrounding communities from
Tropical Depression Imelda
and Mexico/Baja California from Tropical Storm Lorena, and all who have no one to pray for them
Prayers for the Departed
:
We commend to God all who have died, especially Dorothy, Mike, Carol, John, and those who have given their lives for freedom’s cause
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If you would like to be added to the
Prayers for Comfort,
or would like to add someone else (please get their permission first) or add a family member to the
Prayers for the Departed
, please contact the church office at: email
holycross@holycrosscarlsbad.org or
760.930.1270. Please mention 'Prayer List' in the Subject line and include whether the prayer request is for "Comfort" or for the "Departed".
Note:
If you have lost a member of your family and would like us to include your loss with "Notes of Care" please provide the name and relationship of your loved one, the date they entered into glory, and the address of where you would like notes of care sent.
Individuals will remain on the prayer list for 4 weeks. Please contact the office if you wish to have someone added for another 4 weeks.
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Please keep in your thoughts and prayers those who are unable to be with us in worship and reach out to them to let them know they are missed.
Fr Theodore Atwood Room 210B
c/o St Paul's Senior Services Nursing and Rehabilitaton
235 Nutmeg Street
San Diego, CA 92103
Please remember Lee Mommsen and Sue Sebastian and family at the death of Lee's daughter and Sue's sister, Carol Meyer. You may reach out to Lee and Sue with notes of sympathy at:
Lee Mommsen
1950 Calle Barcelona #204
Carlsbad, CA. 92009
Sue and Larry Sebastian
3315 Cadencia Street
Carlsbad, Ca 92009
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Stewardship & Administration
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Search Update
Our search process has transitioned from the Rev Canon Allisyn Thomas to the Rev Laura Sheridan-Campbell, director of formation and transition. Rev Laura is currently reviewing the search documents we prepared. Within the next few days we anticipate she will be sending us suggestions for minor edits that will help maximize the response from applicants throughout the diocese and wider Episcopal Church. Stay tuned for further updates!!
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Profile committee: Karen Sanchez, Linda Collier, Ron Neuman, Jon Simpson
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A prayer for our interim period and vicar search
Almighty God, giver of every gift we receive:
look graciously on your Church,
and guide those who shall discern
whom God is calling to be vicar of Holy Cross.
Grace us with patience, trust, and hope
through the interim times of doubt and uncertainty.
We pray that we may receive a faithful pastor,
who will care for your people and equip us
to continue, improve, expand, and reach out
with our ministries to all whom we can touch;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Bishop's Committee
Bishop's Committee meetings are open to anyone who would like to attend. Any church member may ask any BC member to speak on their behalf or on behalf of a proposal they wish to forward. Meetings are held the third Wednesday of the month from 6 pm - 8:30 pm. The next BC meeting is Wednesday, October 16th. To read the approved August minutes* click
here.
2018 Financial Audit Results
Our thanks to Pat Canney, Jim Zolner and Mike Collier for recently conducting the required 2018 financial audit of Holy Cross. The review was conducted in accordance with audit guidelines issued by the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego.
The committee reported their findings to the BC on Wednesday, September 18th. They were pleased to report that nothing came to their attention that would indicate financial statements to be out of compliance with accounting principles promulgated by the National Episcopal Church.
(Please note: their examination and report is not, and is not meant to be, construed as an audit and opinion rendered by an Independent Certified Public Accountant. The members of the committee did not serve on the BC at any time during the year being audited (2018) and they each are independent of the accounting function of the church.)
*Ministry and Finance reports are posted on the bulletin board in the kitchen.
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Upcoming Ministries & Events
at a Glance
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All Saints Cemetery
Tuesday
,
September 24
9:30 am - 10:30/11:00 approx
200 Peyri Road in Oceanside,
next to Heritage Park
Contact Katie Ho for more information
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Wounded Warrior Battalion West - Camp Pendleton
2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month
September 11th & 25th
contact
Tom Mauro to participate
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Coffee Hour
Sunday's following Worship
Sign-up sheet to bring refreshments* is in
the Tietge Room.
*Holy Cross provides coffee and juice we suggest items such as fruit, muffins, bagels, cookies, cheese and crackers.
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Upcoming Ministries, Holy Days, and Events
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Pride By The Beach
Saturday October 12th
Oceanside
Sign-up sheet in Tietge Room
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Blessing of the Animals
October 6th
during our Holy Eucharist service
the liturgy honors the Feast of St. Francis
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Daylight Savings Time Ends
November 3rd
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All Saints' Sunday
November 3rd
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46th Annual Diocesan Convention
November 8th and 9th
St Margaret's Episcopal Church, Palm Desert
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Thanksgiving Dinner
November 28th
Holy Cross hosts at LGBTQ Resource Center, Oceanside
11 am - 1 pm
Stay tuned for information on how you can help
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Holy Cross' 33rd year Birthday -
November 30th
Sunday, December 1st - Celebration
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Christmas Eve Service
Tuesday, Dec 24th
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To see our full calendar please click
here
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In the Diocese & Wider Community
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Salt and Light, is a new weekly email from the bishop's office that offers perspectives and updates from our bishop and others.
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A Season of Prayer
Saturday, September 14 - Sunday, September 22
An Invitation from Bishop Susan:
I invite you, members of all congregations and affiliated ministries, to join in a novena from
September 14 through 22
. A novena is an ancient tradition of Christian devotional prayer, consisting of private or public prayers repeated for nine successive days, often with a special focus or intention. For each of nine days, I ask you to pray in faith that God will open us to vibrant possibilities for mission, focused in ministry areas of discipleship, evangelism and service. By God’s grace, I believe that the fruits of collective prayer will be known in our lives, in the congregations and organizations that we serve, and for the mission and ministry of the diocese.
Participate in this diocesan-wide season of prayer using
this prayer guide
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St. Paul's Cathedral will host a live prayer time on its
Facebook page
each evening at
5 p.m.
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While
there is no cost to attend the listening sessions, please register online so that we can plan the sessions accordingly.
Register here.
The information from these listening sessions will be shared at the
diocesan convention
on November 8-9.
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Quick Links for the
Diocese
and Episcopal Church
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Oberammergau Passion Play
May 2020
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Join St. Bart's to See
the World Renowned
Oberammergau Passion Play
May 11 - 21, 2020
Christians from around the world travel to witness the epic Passion Play in Oberammergau, Bavaria…an event that takes place only once every 10 years!
St. Bartholomew’s has planned an exciting customized tour
May 11-21, 2020
including the day and evening Oberammergau experience, as well as time exploring Munich, Salzburg and Lucerne!
This will be a small intimate group of probably not more than 22 people. We currently have 18 committed. Call or email Tour Coordinator, Jill Henderson at 760.807.8445 or
jfh@cox.net
, today for a copy of the itinerary, pricing and more details.
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Natasha Ragland is not only our Organist/Pianist, she is also an award-winning artist. A collection of some of her original paintings,
Visions of Joy
, will be exhibited at the Georgina Cole Library, 1250 Carlsbad Village Drive, Carlsbad from August 29 - Nov. 1.
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Supporting Dioceses Responding to Hurricane Dorian
and
Tropical Depression Imelda and Tropical Storm Lorena
Episcopal Relief & Development
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Please prayerfully consider helping the Episcopal Church respond to this humanitarian crisis by
making a donation to the Hurricane Relief Fund.
You may do so online
here
or download the Hurricane Response form
here
and mail with a check to the address on the form.
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Cartoon from
Reality Check by Dave Whamond
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Holy Cross Episcopal Church
2510 Gateway Rd.
Carlsbad, CA 92009
(760) 930-1270
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