Requiem Eucharist

Wednesday, Jan. 25, 12:00 pm, Patio

This is a Simple Eucharist service, in which we remember those who have died in the month of January.

Due to the final stage of the organ installation, this service will be celebrated outdoors—please dress accordingly. There will be no live-stream of this month’s Requiem.

Congratulations and Farewell to Mo. Rebecca

Rebecca has been called to be the Rector of St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church in San Diego.

She will be taking a few weeks off starting in mid February and will return before her final Sunday - March 19th. 

Church will be Outside January 29th

Due to the organ construction, both of our Sunday morning services will be held outside this Sunday. Please dress accordingly.

There will be no livestream that day.

Parish Choir Sings Beatles at Balboa Park

Sunday, Jan. 29, 2:00 pm, Balboa Park Organ Pavillion

Departing from their normal Anglican repertoire, the Parish Choir will sing an all-Beatles concert next week. The choir joins Raul Prieto Ramirez, San Diego’s civic organist, at the Spreckels Organ Pavilion for the 2:00 pm concert, which is outdoors, free, and open to the public. The Spreckels Organ Pavilion is in the center of Balboa Park near the museums, and parking is available behind the structure. All are welcome for this fun program; bring friends, pets, and a picnic basket.

Upcoming Forums

Sundays, Feb. 12 & 19, 9:00 am, Parish Hall

The New St. James Organ

On February 12 and 19, Alex Benestelli and Bruce Neswick will take us behind the scenes of the new St. James Organ. With the final stage of installation underway, Alex will tell us about the building process and show photos and video from inside the organ chambers. The following week, Bruce will talk about the different sounds of the organ and what they are used for. As you hear more and more of the new organ this Spring, everyone can be a part.

Valentine Date-Night Party

Saturday, Feb. 11, 5:00 - 8:00 pm, Parish Hall

All ages are welcome to this Valentine-themed party.

This is a time to schedule an evening out for yourself while your kids celebrate Valentines with us!

We will make a Valentines craft, decorate/eat heart shaped pizzas, play games and watch a fun G-rated movie (with popcorn of course!).

RSVP to leighton@sjbts.org to save your spots.

Shrove Tuesday

Tuesday, Feb. 21, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Parish Hall

You are invited to an all-parish Shrove Tuesday Party in the Parish Hall. 

There will be games, potluck soup (email Leighton@sjbts if you want to bring your favorite recipe), king cake and reflection on Lenten goals. 

Let’s prepare our hearts for Lent together! 

New Online Bible Course ... for Smarties!

12 Monday nights, starting Jan. 30

You’ve heard of The Bible for Dummies. Now, introducing The Bible ... for Smarties! A chance

to explore and learn about the Bible without dumbing it down. Going beyond your typical

Bible Study, this seminar will be a university-level academic class focused on Nurturing Students

towards a Nuanced, Critical Interpretation and Sophisticated Understanding of the Texts of the

Bible. Dr. David Moseley will be the Instructor for this online Course about the writings of the New

Testament beyond the Gospels, with a particular focus on the Life and Letters of St. Paul and the

Development of Early Christianity. Classes will meet on Monday nights, starting January 30th for

12 sessions. Cost: $295. For more information and registration,click HERE.

Dr. Moseley (drdavidmoseley@gmail.com).

Refugee Net Gala - Save the Date

Saturday, March 18, 6:00 pm, St. Paul’s Cathedral.

Refugee-Net’s Annual Fundraising Gala will be held on Saturday, March 18 at 6:00 pm at St. Paul’s Cathedral. Please join us and Bishop Susan for:

• A live and silent auction
• East African food presented by Refugee-Net’s Mama Africa Catering
• Joyful music by St. Luke’s choir
• Stories of the life-changing work Refugee-Net is accomplishing

Tickets are $95 and 10-seat tables can be sponsored for $950. RSVP at refugee-net.org/gala.