At a recent Vigil in Balboa Park, one of the faith leaders who was to speak had to miss the event. He was busy in his hometown of Los Angeles, serving his devastated community by running supplies to those in need. As the fires continue to burn – and we realize that we are not out … READ MORE…
Californians well know the invaluable roles of migrants in our communities. With the threat of indiscriminate punitive actions towards those who will be singled out regardless of their civil status, people of faith need to speak out. The Episcopal Public Policy Network offers us this opportunity: “[With the threat of] mass deportations of undocumented immigrants … READ MORE…
Hello St. Paul’s, As you know we are engaged in a strategic planning initiative, with the hope of plotting a course for St. Paul’s ministries over the next 3-5 years. While we work out the details of that, we are not standing still, and one of the church’s responsibilities is to empower her people to … READ MORE…
Here is an update on our St. Paul’s collaboration with RefugeeNet in assisting the resettlement of 29 refugees from Africa and the Middle East. The response from the St. Paul’s community and our various networks of family, friends, and colleagues has been so good that it appears we will be able to “adopt” one of … READ MORE…
Since the incoming administration has threatened actions towards our migrant neighbors which are antithetical to our call to follow Christ, The Episcopal Church Migration Caucus has asked concerned Episcopalians to endorse “ Dignity, Not Mass Deportation,” imploring us to take action now to prepare and protect immigrant families and communities. To sign on, https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHFyswCWqzx0SnJzqMlqO97SZd-e4ERMEji5Twu-WaDkZkzQ/viewform We’ll share more about Migration With … READ MORE…
Hello St. Paul’s, Elsewhere in this weekly bulletin you will find a notice about our upcoming Annual Meeting on January 26. I want to encourage you to attend the luncheon and meeting as we celebrate “Cathedral Day”, the Sunday closest to the feast day of our patron, St. Paul, on the 25th, enjoy fellowship over … READ MORE…
Hello St. Paul’s, As you know, we conducted a Congregational Assessment Tool or CAT survey a few months ago, as a first step in our strategic planning process. My letter a couple of weeks from now will give the highlights of the survey results, but I want to bring your attention to one of the … READ MORE…
In hearing from the Episcopal delegates to COP29, there is one insight of many that stands out: although much of the outcome was disappointing – especially as it impacts the countries and people who will be most impacted by climate change – we members of the church, followers of Jesus have “an opportunity for the … READ MORE…
Christmas is among my favorite times of the year. I love the friendliness people share, when looking at Christmas light displays, attending concerts or even while shopping. I love the mound of gifts under the tree — and I love slipping a new package into the pile (and having my children discover it, shake it, … READ MORE…
Congress has important work to do in the weeks to come. Whether you’ve written about these issues before, please join us in sending the following messages to Congress urging them to take action on priorities now! Tell Congress to Help Welcome our Afghan Allies: https://www.episcopalchurch.org/ministries/office-government-relations/action-alerts/?vvsrc=%2fCampaigns%2f99981%2fRespond%3fvvcgUT%3dQlJBHBJyITUXBxDfQZ9A2A%26vvcgRD%3dB9Bc3NbUz2Mzzc8%26vvsbr%3dZT-4vfOOBe0Tnvw67rhUyQ This bill supports the passage of the bipartisan “Afghan Adjustment Act” … READ MORE…