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This coming Monday, our Bishop’s Committee will spend the day at Mission San Luis Rey for our annual BC Retreat. This retreat gives our leadership team time to connect, reflect, and plan for both near and long-term goals for Holy Cross. It’s a valuable time for us to ponder and discuss the questions of who we are as a community, and who God is calling us to be.
You might think that we answered those questions when we developed our Strategic Plan a few years ago! But the truth is that the life of a faith community is not unlike our own spiritual journeys as individuals. We move from milestone to milestone, but we must often take the time to assess just where we are going and make course corrections as necessary. The Biblical call to “repent” isn’t so much about feeling sorry for sins, so much as it is about seeing where we stand and adjusting our trajectory if the Spirit is moving us in a different direction.
As a community, we at Holy Cross are tasked with the same sort of reflection and assessment. The world around us and our own internal circumstances change frequently, and being able to adjust is a valuable skill for long-term resilience. While Holy Cross has been around for quite some time, we can still benefit from thinking like a church plant – how can we be more curious about our neighbors, and flexible to adapt to the needs, passions, and visions that we find around us?
A recent article in The Atlantic, here, notes how the decline in church attendance in the US has left people seeking alternatives for authentic community. I wonder how we might, in turn, adjust our expectations of what “church” is supposed to look and feel like in order to meet people where they are and provide those much-needed opportunities for connection. The spiritual hunger is still there and the Spirit is still moving – but are we ready to follow wherever that might lead us?
Please pray for wisdom, insight, and inspiration for our Bishop’s Committee in this next week, and also feel free to share your thoughts, ideas, and dreams for how we might continue to live the vision of Open Minds, Open Arms in new and creative ways!
In Christ,
Brian+
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Livestream/A/V System Position Update
We are pleased to report that our pending hire is moving forward and the required background check and other required hiring paperwork has been successfully completed. We anticipate Esperanza Jimenez, our new new AV Tech Assistant, to begin this Sunday, April 21st!
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JCo invites Holy Cross to
their "Second" Seder
Saturday, April 27 - 5pm
HOW DO I SIGN UP AND WHAT DO I BRING?
1) RSVP using the button below and sign up to bring one or more potluck items.
2) Bring your Seder plate and Kiddush cup (if you have one). Seder plate foods will be provided.
2) Please Donate what you can to offset the cost of the Seder. This helps JCo offer their Seder for FREE. Donation Options in sign-up.
*due to space limitations, this year's Seder is open to JCo members and their extended family and guests (this includes Holy Cross). If extra space allows, they will open it up to the wider community.
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Pride-by-the-Beach will be here before we know it. For years this has been one way Holy Cross has supported and stood with our LGBTQIA+ brothers and sisters, which includes many who have been wounded by religious organizations. Please prayerfully consider joining us at this event this year.
How you can help: We need volunteers to help set-up our booth, take the booth down, and during the event be at the booth to greet attendees, handout giveaways and maybe give free hugs (only if you're comfortable - we understand keeping Covid/health safe means everyone needs to make their own decisions regarding what you feel comfortable doing to feel safe), and let people know that God loves them. The event runs from Noon to 6 pm - set-up starts at 10:00 am as vehicles need to be out of the area before the event starts.
We ask you to prayerfully consider donating 2 - 3 hours of your time on Saturday, June 1st. You will find a sign-up sheet at the entry to the church or you may sign-up online here. Please contact Karen Sanchez at newsletter@holycrosscarlsbad.org, with any questions.
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Earth Day is celebrated on Monday, April 22nd. Below are some activities you are invited to join in to commemorate care for God’s creation. | |
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Missa Gaia (Earth Mass) Concert: this Sunday, April 21 at St Bart's in Poway - Join folks from across the diocese for an ecological ecumenical presentation of music, storytelling, and education as we celebrate Earth Day and focus on environmental stewardship through the arts. More information and tickets here.
Diocesan Hikes: Sacred Trails - next Saturday, April 27.In partnership with the EDSD Creation Care Community, Sacred Trails provides the opportunity to hike and pray in God's creation. With four hikes offered around our diocese, participants are invited to pick the time and difficulty level that works best for them. Great for youth groups, families, young adults, and anyone with a love of the great outdoors - Sacred Trails takes discipleship out of our churches and into the wild. Registration is now open - make sure to invite your friends! More information here.
Jazz at CPC: The Russell Bizzett Trio, this Sunday, April 21, 4:00 pm. Free concert (donations welcome) preceded by a reception at 3:00 in CPC’s Centella Street Garden, the concert sponsor. Russell (drums) is joined by Mikan Zlatkovich (piano) and Justin Grinnell (bass). Invite friends and neighbors!
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Philadelphia Eleven Screening
Sponsored by the Daughters of the King, St. Andrew’s in La Mesa invites you to a screening of the Philadelphia Eleven on Saturday, April 27 at 9:30 AM (see flyer below). The film shows how a brave group of women shattered the stained-glass ceiling by challenging the very core of patriarchal culture to seek ordination as priests in the Episcopal Church. Questions or RSVP to: slanzdok@gmail.com.
If you are interested in attending and would like to carpool, please contact Karen Sanchez - as of the date of this email Karen has room for 2 more people.
You may learn more about this feature-length documentary film here.
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Behind the scenes preparing for Wounded Warriors Visit
We are so grateful for the donations from our grocery supporters: Sprouts, Vons, and Top Of the Bagel Cafe. Their generous donations assist our ministry team in providing healthy snacks to the Wounded Warrior Battalion at Camp Pendleton. Contact Tom Mauro at 847.989.0305, for more information about this ongoing ministry or for how you might participate.
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Above - Top Of the Bagel team; above right - Judy and Tom at Sprouts; Right - the Vons team with Tom. | |
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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*.
| *Eucharist comes from the Greek and means thanksgiving. It is central to our worship. It is also called Communion, Mass, the Lord's Supper and the Divine Liturgy. | |
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Tuesday
12:30pm Contemplative Prayer - In-Person
Join us for our Healing Prayer Service, join in praying for others in community and experience the healing power of community.
Ask for God's healing
for yourself (or someone else), be anointed with oil (if you wish to come forward) and receive healing prayers.
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Wednesday
5:30pm Evening Prayer
via Zoom
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
| We use a screen to project the service bulletin - please download the worship booklet (use the button above) if you prefer a copy for watching the livestream. Thank you for helping us to be better stewards of God's creation in reducing paper waste. | |
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First Thursday of Month
10:00 am Episcopal Service
at La Costa Glen
(for residents only)
Next service, May 2nd
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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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/Healing Service
12:30pm - A service of quiet reflection, contemplative and healing prayer. Includes Eucharist the first Tuesday of the month.
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Wednesdays - Weekly
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 May 2
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 - Next Meeting May 14
Holy Cross Bridge Group
6:30pm at JCo. The group meets monthly on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. 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 April 22, 2024 at the BC retreat held at Mission San Luis Rey.
Meetings are open and anyone may attend. Please reach out to Rev. Brian if you wish to attend.
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 March 26 meeting: approved February 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:
Randy Echito, Art Wahl, Arlene Cull, Paul Vanderpool, Barb Ross, Sandra Rindge, Larry Sebastian, Lon Gillette, Zach Jones, Tom Petersen, Allen Sweet, Joyce Nehlsen, Ray Vance, Grant Ford, Larry Kucera, Kent Neuman, Dave Wells; Sally McFarlin, Karen Sanchez, Donna Heyvaert, Beverly Rolker
Prayers for the Departed:
We commend to God all who have died, especially Judy Cygan, Diana Rolker, and our loved ones, and those who have lost their lives to gun violence.
Prayers for those celebrating Birthdays
Muriel Wahl, Luke Petersen, Megan Jenkins
Prayers for those celebrating Anniversaries
Stacy & Emily Craft
Prayers for those Traveling
Jack & Judy Cater, Mike & Linda Collier
Anglican Cycle of Prayer
The Anglican Church of Australia
Diocesan Cycle of Prayer
For Earth Day and the care of all creation and those participating in the EDSD Creation Care Playday
Military Cycle of Prayer
Military Sealift Command, Naval Base Point Loma
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
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.
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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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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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Central New York Bishop DeDe Duncan-Probe on April 16 was added as a nominee by petition to stand for election as The Episcopal Church’s 28th presiding bishop: joining four other bishops (below) who were announced two weeks ago on the initial slate of nominees to succeed Presiding Bishop Michael Curry. Central New York Bishop De-De Duncan-Probe became a nominee by petition for 28th presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church on April 16. Read more here.
Slate of 4 Bishops announced for 28th presiding bishop of The Episcopal Church: The Episcopal Church's next presiding bishop will be chosen this June from a slate of four nominees, whose names were released April 2: Nebraska Bishop J Scott Barker, Pennsylvania Bishop Daniel G.P. Gutiérrez, Northwestern Pennsylvania Bishop Sean Rowe and Atlanta Bishop Robert Wright. Continue reading here.
General Convention: Ask Me Anything Zoom - Join Bishop Susan Brown Snook, the Rev. Hannah Wilder, and Rachel Ambasing for a live "Ask Me Anything About General Convention" Zoom session on May 29 at 5:30 pm. This is your opportunity to engage directly and ask any questions you have regarding the upcoming General Convention. Feel free to submit up to three questions for our speakers. Please share this unique chance to gain insights and have General Convention questions addressed with your congregations. Register and submit your questions here.
Diocesan Service and Justice: The Diocesan Service & Justice Coalition is a group of dedicated service/outreach and peace/social justice coordinators who gather to network and share ideas and collaborate on projects to make a greater impact in our community. Join other Episcopalians who want to get the church involved in the issues facing our world today. More information here.
Missa Gaia (Earth Mass) Concert: Sunday, April 21 at St Bart's in Poway - Join folks from across the diocese for an ecological ecumenical presentation of music, storytelling, and education as we celebrate Earth Day and focus on environmental stewardship through the arts. More information and tickets here.
Diocesan Hikes: Sacred Trails - Saturday, April 27. In partnership with the EDSD Creation Care Community, Sacred Trails provides the opportunity to hike and pray in God's creation. With four hikes offered around our diocese, participants are invited to pick the time and difficulty level that works best for them. Great for youth groups, families, young adults, and anyone with a love of the great outdoors - Sacred Trails takes discipleship out of our churches and into the wild. Registration is now open - make sure to invite your friends! More information here.
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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: currently recruiting - do you know someone?
Admin/Communications Coord: Ryan Cagle
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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