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Since we’re celebrating Holy Cross Day this Sunday, we’ll miss the gospel reading from Mark 8:27-38 for Proper 19 that we would normally be hearing and listening to a reading from the gospel of John instead. The John passage, as you might expect, talks about the cross. But interestingly enough, the Mark passage that we’re missing is also a story about the cross – it’s Jesus’ famous admonition to his disciples to “take up their cross” and follow him. It’s one of those teachings referred to as the “hard sayings” of Jesus, since it presents a difficult path to follow.
Preceding this admonition, we hear an even more shocking rebuke from Jesus. He has asked his disciples, “who do you say that I am?”, and Peter has correctly named him as Messiah. However, when Peter finds out just what Jesus’ understanding of the Messiah entails (i.e. Suffering and death), he takes him aside and tries to correct him. And here we get Jesus’ infamously harsh reply – “Get behind me, Satan!”
This might strike us as a pretty mean thing to say to one of your friends! Is Jesus really calling Peter the Devil? But when we look at the original meaning of the name, it starts to make more sense. The Hebrew word “ha-satan” means “the accuser”. Think of the story of Job, where “the Satan” falsely accuses Job of fleeting loyalty to God. It’s not so much the personification of evil as it is the spirit of self-doubt, of questioning one’s adequacy, of shame.
Shame is a powerful and insidious force. Imagine what would have happened if Peter had successfully shamed Jesus from following his true calling as the Messiah?
Peter’s rebuke of Jesus didn’t come from a place of wickedness or intentionally trying to foil God’s plans. But it did come from a place of ignorance – he was unable to see the bigger picture of how God was working in the world. How often do we shame or are we shamed by others with “good intentions” that end up sidetracking us from being who we are truly called to be?
Jesus reminds Peter to set his mind not on human things but on divine things. How can we learn to see things from God’s perspective, and not let our vision become clouded by shame, self-doubt, or judgment? By doing so, we might be able to find and help others to find our unique paths to following Jesus with all of our heart, mind, soul, and strength.
In Christ,
Brian+
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A Beautiful Afternoon
Lunch with east coast EVP members
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I was blessed to join Judi Shank and Sally McFarlin for lunch. Both have been faithful, longtime attendees of our Wednesday night Evening Prayer service on Zoom. We had a wonderful time and they both send their prayers to all at Holy Cross.
Karen Sanchez
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SAVE THE DATE!!!
Please join us on Holy Cross Day, September 15, 2024, for Homecoming Sunday! See our new location, reminisce with old friends, and join us for lunch after the 9:30 service. We'd love to see you and catch up! Contact us at holycross@holycrosscarlsbad.org with any questions.
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Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, September 29, 2024
9:20am at Holy Cross
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Sunday, September 29th, in honor of St. Francis, (who's feast day is on October 4th), our liturgy will include the annual Blessing of the Animals.
This service is always a wonderful celebration of God's great and diverse creation! Come give thanks for all creatures of our Lord. You are invited to bring your beloved pets* to church to receive God's blessing. All creatures great and small are invited. Please make sure all animal friends are on a leash, in a crate, or otherwise secured.
Our seating will be structured a bit different to accommodate our animal friends. The pet zone for the service will be on the lanai. The "fur free" /non-allergen section of seating will be inside the bay doors.
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.
* bring a picture of your beloved pet for a blessing if you are not able to actually bring your pet to the service.
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RefugeeNet Benefit Concert, September 28
You’re invited to a benefit concert to support RefugeeNet on Sat, Sep 28 at 5:30 pm at Good Samaritan Episcopal Church (4321 Eastgate Mall, San Diego, 92121). In addition to traditional east African music performed by members of St. Luke's, the evening will showcase classical pieces such as Hungarian Dance No. 5 by Brahms and The Swan by Saint-Saens performed by the North County String Ensemble. Click here for tickets. Funds support RefugeeNet's life-saving work with San Diego's resettled refugees. Contact: Kristen, kristen.ashely126@gmail.com.
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Sunday
9:30am Holy Eucharist*
In-Person & Livestream
Hear the Word of God, sing and pray together, bless those who are celebrating birthdays or wedding anniversaries, and share the Eucharist*.
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Tuesday
12:30pm Contemplative Prayer - In-Person
Join us for a time of quiet reflections, prayer, and meditations using practices from a variety of spiritual traditions.
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Wednesday
5:30pm
Evening Prayer
A short (30-40 minutes) service rooted in ancient monastic tradition. Our service includes some lovely hymns and provides a wonderful opportunity for quiet prayer and a midweek respite. A perfect way to end the day. All are welcome.
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Sunday Livestream
and Service Bulletin Links
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First Thursday of Month
10:00 am Episcopal Service
at La Costa Glen
(for residents only)
Next service, September 5th
All residents of La Costa Glen are welcome to join us - 10:00am at the Parkside Building in the Palomar Room. Clergy from Holy Cross and St. Andrews Encinitas are sharing duties presiding at these services. Help spread the word!
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Audio only channel: Mixlr. (also available when we have livestream issues).
Video on Demand (VOD): Miss any of the past services?
Find them on our YouTube channel here.
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Adult Forum Opportunity
Modern Mystics Class
Wednesdays 6:30pm - 7:30pm via Zoom
All Saints' Vista holds a zoom Celtic Spirituality class on Wednesday evenings at 6:30. It is generally based on the Modern Mystics series and is usually 30 mins of watching a segment and 30 mins of discussion and conversation. They are inviting Holy Cross attendees to join.
You may join the class using the Zoom link here. Meeting ID: 814 1928 1703
Passcode: 722228
Questions? Facilitator Information:
Misty Brogan: Email - mistyabrogan@gmail.com; Phone: (760) 525-0351
Caroline Celia: Email - ccelia@cox.net; Phone:(760) 803-2256
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Calling All Godly Play Kids!
Godly Play is grounded in the Montessori tradition and uses special materials and storytelling that invite the children into scripture and church tradition.
For more information please contact Sue Baas.
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Doing God's Work with our Hand's
Looking Ahead:
Important Dates, Gatherings & Events
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Tuesdays
Contemplative and Meditation Prayer Service
12:30pm - A service of quiet reflection, contemplative and meditation prayer.
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Wednesdays
Evening Prayer
5:30pm - Rooted in ancient monastic tradition, our service includes some lovely hymns and provides a wonderful opportunity for quiet prayer and a midweek respite, this is a perfect way to end the day.
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First Thursday each Month - Next service October 3
Episcopal Service at La Costa Glen
10:00am at the Parkside Building in the Palomar Room. All residents of La Costa Glen are welcome! Clergy from Holy Cross and St. Andrew's Encinitas will be sharing duties for presiding at these services.
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2nd Tuesday of each Month - 1pm at the Church
Pastoral Care Team
The Pastoral Care team shares Christ’s love with our community in the form of prayer, home visits, phone calls, cards, and bringing Communion to those unable to attend our Sunday services. If you are interested in joining the Pastoral Care team, or if you or anyone you know would like to schedule a pastoral and/or Communion visit, please contact Rev. Brian.
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2nd Tuesday of each Month - on hiatus
Holy Cross Bridge Group
The group is on hiatus currently. If you are interested or would like to know more please contact Mike Collier or Grant Ford.
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2nd and 4th Wednesday of the Month
Wounded Warrior Battalion West - Camp Pendleton
Our volunteers deliver healthy snacks to, and visit with, service members of the Wounded Warrior Battalion staff and the Marines and sailors recovering from wounds, injury and illness. Contact Tom Mauro at 847.989.0305, for more information about this ongoing ministry or for how you might participate.
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Ongoing, no set days
Gardening Club
Our garden plot is in the Centella St Community Garden next door to our church space. If you are interested in participating please speak with Rev. Brian on Sunday or email him at pastor@holycrosscarlsbad.org.
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We will practice continuous stewardship of all of God’s resources -
financial, human, and environmental.
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Whether you worship regularly or when you can, join us in-person or online, your Holy Cross faith family thanks you for your faithful support. Your continued pledges and donations are integral to our ability to continue our mission and ministries, as well as to stay current on all of our financial obligations.
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MAILING ADDRESS: 2647 Gateway Rd Suite 105 #290, Carlsbad, Ca. 92009 | |
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Bishop's Committee
Bishop's Committee (BC) meetings are the fourth Tuesday of the month from 4:00pm - 5:30pm. The next BC meeting is September 24, 2024 - our meeting is hybrid, in-person at the church and via Zoom for those unable to join in-person.
Meetings are open and anyone may attend. Please reach out to Rev. Brian for the Zoom link if you wish to attend remotely.
If there is something for which you wish to bring to the BC's attention, you may reach out to our Priest-in-Charge, Brian Petersen, our Wardens, Mike Collier and Grant Ford, or any BC member. Their contact information is at the bottom of the newsletter, in the church roster, or you may reach them at the church office: holycross@holycrosscarlsbad.org.
Read reports from the August 27 meeting: approved June Minutes here; Controllers Report here; Priest-in-Charge Report here.
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If you have a pastoral emergency and are unable to reach anyone at the church office, 760.930.1270, then always call our Priest-in-Charge, Brian Petersen, at 971.263.7874. | |
Our Pastoral Care team shares Christ’s love with our community in the form of prayer, home visits, phone calls, cards, and bringing Communion to those unable to attend our Sunday services. If you are interested in joining the Pastoral Care team, or if you or anyone you know would like to schedule a pastoral and/or Communion visit, please contact Rev. Brian. | |
Please hold all on our prayer list in your prayers: | | |
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".
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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Prayer for our Clergy:
For the Revs. Martie Johnson and Brian Petersen, protect, nourish and sustain them through the work of the Holy Spirit. May they find rest and encouragement in the loving care of God and this congregation.
Prayers for Thanksgiving
For our hosts JCo, for this community of Holy Cross, and for all who so generously support our faith community with their time, abilities and treasures
Prayers for Comfort:
Arlene Cull, Paul Vanderpool, Barb Ross, Sandra Rindge, Larry Sebastian, Lon Gillette, Zach Jones, Allen Sweet, Joyce Nehlsen, Ray Vance, Grant Ford, Larry Kucera, Dave Wells, Mike Collier, Donna Heyvaert, Joey Aszterbaum, Chris Mallory, Steven Vanderpool, Charley Flinner, Judi Shank, Jane Heath, Jerry Campbell, Daniel Bissler
Prayers for the Departed:
We commend to God all who have died, especially Randy Echito, our loved ones, and those who have lost their lives to gun violence.
Prayers for those celebrating Birthdays
Edie Luoma, Emily Craft, Jean Varley
Prayers for those celebrating Anniversaries
Patrick & Kylie Jenkins
Prayers for those Traveling
None known
Anglican Cycle of Prayer
The Church of the Nigeria (Anglican Comunion)
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer
Clergy and people of St. Paul’s Cathedral, San Diego. For our Ecumenical partnerships on the International Day of Peace, September 21
Military Cycle of Prayer
USS Lenah Sutcliffe Higbee (DDG 123)
Other
Those suffering from the violence of war and terrorism in Israel and in Palestine; We pray for peace and the end of war; All who are affected by gun violence.
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If you would like to be added, or suggest someone to be added (please get their permission first) to Notes of Care please contact the church office at: holycross@holycrosscarlsbad.org or 760.930.1270 | |
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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.
Arlene Cull
4714 Athos Way
Oceanside, Ca 92056
Fr. Walter Edelman
183 Third Ave, Apt 419
Chula Vista, CA 91910-1822
Nico Plumber
jacksmonkeylips@gmail.com
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Note: If you have lost a member of your family and would like us to include you and your family in "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. | |
In our Community, the Diocese
and Beyond
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This weeks diocesan newsletter: here
(please be sure to read all of the great information!)
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Aligning Values with Votes
By: EDSD Coalition of Voter Advocates
As people of faith, we are called to engage thoughtfully and prayerfully in the political process. Voting is a way to express our hope for a better future, where the needs of the vulnerable are addressed, and policies promoting the well-being of all are uplifted. In this election, let us reflect on the teachings that guide our lives—values like love, justice, and mercy—allowing them to inform our decisions.
Participating in the democratic process as a way to live out our values and faith is vital. Voting is a powerful tool for shaping the future of our communities, allowing us to advocate for justice, peace, and the dignity of every person–our values. Read More
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Courageous Love Campaign: Exceeding Expectations
By: Jason Evans, Canon for Mission
At our diocese’s 50th anniversary, Bishop Susan introduced the Courageous Love campaign, a $2.5 million fundraising effort aligned with our strategic plan. This campaign focuses on three goals: strengthening congregations, serving our neighbors, and growing the church. As we close out the first year, the results have already exceeded expectations, with resources being reinvested into our communities.
A year ago, Bishop Susan commissioned two new church plants. Today, St. Brigid’s in Oceanside and Resurrection in Ocean Beach are thriving examples of what can happen when we courageously love our neighbors. Both communities have launched regular worship services, and under the leadership of the Rev. Brian Petersen, St. Brigid’s has baptized and confirmed new members into their growing community. Read More
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Dearest Supporter,
We are excited to announce that tickets for our Annual Fundraising Gala: Welcome Home are now available to you at early bird pricing.
Please join us on Saturday September 28th at 5pm at our new venue, The Westin Carlsbad Resort and Spa. With dinner provided, drinks, dancing and an exciting auction, we will make this an unforgettable night. Our theme is Welcome Home, and colorful cocktail attire is encouraged.
Because of support like yours, our center has been able to keep up with the critical services our community not only needs, but deserves. Now that we are moving into a larger center, our operational costs are also increasing. By helping us raise funds at our Gala, you are ensuring we can continue operating and serving our community at the pace it demands from us.
Come celebrate this transformational year in our history as a center and purchase your tickets today!
Early Bird Tickets: $200
Tickets after 09/01: $225
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Our Clergy
Priest-in-Charge: The Rev. Brian Petersen
pastor@holycrosscarlsbad.org; 442.320.0548
Assisting Priest: The Rev. Martie Johnson
Staff
Bookkeeper: Muriel Wahl
Controller: Erin Sacco Pineda, CPA - ESP Accounting
AV Tech Guru: Jack Cater
AV Tech Asst: Esperanza Jimenez
Communications Coord: Ryan Cagle
Administrator: Amber Newman
Leadership - Bishop's Committee ("BC")
Sr. Warden: Mike Collier - seniorwarden@holycrosscarlsbad.org
Jr. Warden: Grant Ford
Members at large: Judy Cater, Allen Zych
Treasurer: Al Johnson
Clerk: Robyn Hill
Contact information:
Church office: 760.930.1270
Church email: holycross@holycrosscarlsbad.org
Mailing address: 2647 Gateway Rd Suite 105 #290, Carlsbad, CA. 92009
This communication provides you with information about Holy Cross and our Ministries. For comments or possible contributions, please email the editor at
newsletter@holycrosscarlsbad.org
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