Holding on to Hope: A National Service for Healing and Wholeness
Presiding Bishop Michael Curry will lead a live-streamed prayer service from Washington National Cathedral, Holding on to Hope: A National Service for Healing and Wholeness, on All Saints Sunday, November 1, at 1:00-2:30 p.m. PST. In the midst of pandemic, racial reckoning, and a historic election, the service will gather Americans for prayer, song, lament, hope, and a call to love God and neighbor. The service will feature an ecumenical and multifaith array of voices, musical offerings, and prayers, streamed in English and Spanish. Full details and link are here.
In a related note, Presiding Bishop Curry invites Episcopalians to join him on Sunday, October 25, in praying the “Prayer for Peace Among the Nations.” honoring the75th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations on October 24. Read that announcement here.
Convention News
Resolutions Hearing on November 1
In preparation for the upcoming Diocesan Convention on November 7, please join a one hour non-Constitutions & Canons Resolutions Hearing (on Zoom) on Sunday, November 1 at 2:00 pm (see Zoom link below). We have three resolutions to discuss, which are posted on the Convention webpage here in both English and Spanish.
Friendly Reminders: Don’t forget the clocks change on November 1 back to Pacific Standard Time ... and don't forget to register by November 1!
Zoom Meeting Link Meeting ID: 843 0879 6004
Passcode: 708170
Dial by your location: +1 669 900 6833 US
Canon Reyes' role shifts at diocese
Beginning October 1, Canon Jesus Reyes’ duties with the diocese have shifted. Due to an expected restructuring of staff and unexpected financial stresses attributed to COVID, Canon Jesus will serve as part-time Canon for Mission for the diocese and as part-time Priest-in-Charge at St. George’s, Salinas. He will serve in these positions through the end of this year.
A message from Canon Brian Nordwick
On behalf of Sarah, Willow, my family and myself, we want to thank you for all your love, prayers and support during our times of loss and health challenges this year – most recently, the passing of Sheila. The hundreds of messages, cards, emails, and phone calls have all been appreciated more than you will know. The way the church rallies around one of their family when they are experiencing hard times is the church is at its finest. We are so blessed to be a part of our diocesan family. We love and care and appreciate all of you!
Canon Brian
Episcopal Church joins in prayer for Armenian Church of America
“Episcopalians, like so many others, have been saddened by news of the increased hostilities between Armenia and Azerbaijan. And now we are shocked and deeply dismayed by the recent bombardment of the border of the Artsakh region. It is heartbreaking indeed.”
Beginning in March, Episcopal Relief & Development’s US Disaster Program offered webinars on topics related to ministry during the current pandemic. Over the summer, program staff held a few interviews in the same vein. In case you missed them, they are available online to help you get caught up!
Bishop Lucinda's virtual visitation schedule
October 25: St. Francis' Willow Glen (San Jose) October 27: St. Paul's/San Pablo, Salinas November 1: All Saints' Carmel November 8:No visitation due to Convention November 15: St. Peter's, Morro Bay
The Diocese of El Camino Real has received emergency relief funds from Episcopal Relief & Developmentto support those impacted by the wildfires and the COVID-19 pandemic. If you know of individuals or families who are in need, please contact your local clergy who will help direct funds. Bishop Lucinda has also established the "Bishop's COVID-19 and Disaster Relief Fund." See past issues for details.
San Jose Symphonic Choir will release its new virtual performance of Gabriel Fauré’s Requiem on Sunday, November 1, All Saints Day, announced Sally LeSchofs, who serves as VP of Operations for the choir and music director for Holy Family Episcopal Church in San Jose. The video will be available on the choir’s website, or you may see it on their YouTube channel. There will be no charge for viewing. Saint Andrew’s Saratoga will also air it on their Vimeo channel that day, and it will be available for some time. Please mark your calendars for this special All Saints Day observance!
EVENT CALENDAR
Join Episcopal Church Women the morning of October 24 for a retreat focusing on Ida B. Wells (1862-1931), suffragist and journalist, and Ruth Bader Ginsburg (1933-2020), Supreme Court justice. Click here to download the flyer.
Weekly diocesan conversations about race:The Revs. Karen Cuffie and Jani Wild are leading weekly pastoral conversations on racism every Thursday at 4:30 pm., with discussion and prayers. Learn, process, and share together in a faith community. Join the Zoom Meeting here Meeting ID: 835 7594 8022; Password: 748467
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JOB OPPORTUNITIES
St. Andrew’s in Saratoga is receiving applications for an Interim Rector. You may view their OTM Portfolio here and their Parish Profile here. For questions, or to submit your resume, cover letter, and OTM Portfolio for consideration via email to Canon Jesus Reyes at jesusreyes@realepiscopal.org or call him at 831-394-4465.
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