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Dear St. Mary’s Family,
We are beginning an important season of discernment about the future of our church’s land and the long-term sustainability of our mission. As we explore possibilities—like developing affordable housing on our property—we want to ensure that every voice is heard and valued.
We’ve created a short online survey to gather your thoughts, questions, and hopes. This is an opportunity to share what matters most to you and to help shape the path ahead. This is not a vote or a final decision—it’s a first step in listening deeply to our congregation as we move forward together in faith.
👉 Please take a few minutes to complete the survey here:
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View a timeline of the full process.
With hope for the future,
Mother Hannah
Vicar
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Wind Chime Workshop
Tuesday, April 29, 10am - 4pm, $30 includes supplies, lunch. Join the Episcopal Church Women for a day of creativity, community, and remembrance as we make wind chimes from beads, silverware, wood, and fishing wire. This workshop honors Susie Sheely, a beloved St. Mary’s member who began planning this event before her sudden passing this month at age 70. Susie’s artistic spirit and warm heart touched many, and we’re proud to carry out her vision. Each chime we create is a tribute to the Spirit moving through our lives—turning memory into beauty and love into sound. To register, contact Leslie Delaney, 760-653-8993.
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Holy Week & Easter Services
Holy Week services are a gift unique from the Episcopal church. While it can be hard to set aside time during the week for church, we encourage you to come to as many of these sacred services as possible. They prepare your heart for Easter in a deep, rich way. Also, we need more volunteers and support in this special season. Look over this list and email Mother Hannah if you can help with providing items or volunteering for a role. Thank you!
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Woodworking 101 Class
Saturday, April 12, 11:00am - 4:00pm at St. Mary's. Join us for Woodworking 101, a free, fun and hands-on class where kids will learn basic woodworking skills while building their very own birdhouse—just in time for Mother’s Day! Children must attend with an adult. Whether it’s a heartfelt gift or a new home for feathered friends, this project is a great introduction to woodworking for all skill levels. Registration required. Space is limited! Text or call Michael Voorhes to sign up: 760-533-9941.
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Trans Testimony
Trans people have come under fire in our society as of late. We in the Episcopal Church support, uplift and honor people who are trans. Recently a trans person provided this beautiful testimony about their experience being raised in the church, and how they reconciled conflicting feelings about being queer and Christian. Read the testimony.
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Encounters with Silence
Saturday, April 5, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral, 2728 Sixth Avenue, San Diego. Want an opportunity to unplug and spend some quality time with God? Treat yourself to a day of prayer and reflection in preparation for Holy Week. Spend time praying together, reflecting together, and engaging silence together. Three spoken meditations will set the framework for the day. Each of us will have time between the meditations to pray, read, walk the labyrinth, stroll in Balboa Park, journal, or do whatever settles you down into God’s presence. Please bring a bag lunch; beverages will be provided. Learn more and register.
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Matrida Boazi Concert
Saturday, April 12, 6:00 - 8:00 pm at St. Luke's, 3725 30th St., San Diego. $15
Join us for a special evening of song in preparation for Holy Week, featuring the Golden Voice of St. Luke’s, Matrida Boazi. This live music and multimedia event supports the Umoja Choir, a powerful musical project that connects the Nyaragusu Refugee Camp in Tanzania with members of the diaspora across the U.S., Canada, and beyond.
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St. Bart's Scholarships
Scholarship Season Is Here!
Application forms due Monday, April 14, by 4:00pm
It’s scholarship season at St. Bart’s, Poway! Every year, the church awards scholarships to those pursuing a college education or accredited vocational or technical training. Three scholarships available for graduating high school seniors, as well as one for women 25 years and older. For details, visit the St. Bart’s Scholarships page.
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Eucharistic Visitor Training
Eucharistic Visitors (EVs) are ministers trained to take the Eucharist, consecrated by the priest with the congregation's blessing, into the homes, hospitals, and care facilities of those who cannot be present. In addition to the Eucharist, EVs provide pastoral care, a listening presence, prayer, and guidance as needed. Our diocesan eucharistic visitor training is coming up on Tuesday, April 1, 9am - 12pm online. Learn more and register.
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Anti-Racism Knowledge
Friday - Saturday, May 2 - 3 at St. Luke's, North Park - LARK (Localized Anti-Racism Knowledge) is a unique workshop that explores the history, issues, and stories of racial justice in our own region. Unlike national anti-racism trainings, LARK is designed specifically for our diocesan context, focusing on local communities and their lived experiences. Through history-telling, case studies, and discussions, participants will gain deeper understanding and tools for meaningful engagement. Learn more and register.
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Please mark your calendar and plan to attend the following events. Remember to view our online calendar for more information.
- Wednesdays until April 9, 7 - 8pm: Set Boundaries Find Peace study
- Saturday, April 12, Woodworking 101 Class
- Sunday, April 13, Palm Sunday, 9:30am
- Thursday, April 17, Maundy Thursday, 5:00pm Soup Supper, 6:00pm Service
- Friday, April 18, Good Friday, 12:00pm Stations of the Cross and 6:30pm Joint Service at First Congregational
- Saturday, April 19, Holy Saturday - Great Vigil, 7:00pm
- Sunday, April 20, Easter Sunday, 6:30am and 9:30am
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- The Sheely Family
- The Marodi Family
- Stanley, for health
- Martha, for healing and peace
- Susan, for strength and courage as she fights breast cancer
- Craig, cancer diagnosis
- Colton, child with cancer
- Jude, mental health and courage
- Shirley Comfort, for strength and healing from breast cancer
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A Prayer for Joy in God's Creation
O heavenly Father, who hast filled the world with beauty: Open our eyes to behold thy gracious hand in all thy works; that, rejoicing in thy whole creation, we may learn to serve thee with gladness; for the sake of him through whom all things were made, thy Son Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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