Connecting the Dots
2023-2027
St.Paul’s Seven Strategic Objectives
Guiding Our Mission and Impact
Our Mission & Value Statements
God has invited the Church of St. Paul in the Desert to share the abundant love of Jesus Christ in a caring and diverse community that gathers to worship and give thanks, support and inspire its members, and serve our neighbors.
- We are a sacramental, welcoming, empowering, and supportive community.
- We respect the dignity of every human being.
- We seek to be a spiritual oasis in the desert.
- Wherever you are in your spiritual journey, you are welcome.
The Episcopal Diocese of San Diego is a missionary community that dares to follow Jesus Christ in his life of courageous love for the world.
Ministry Map
Our Seven Strategic Objectives
OBJECTIVE #1
Grow the parish and engage parishioners in discerning growth pathways
Worship
Production Team
Music/Choir
Altar Guild
Altar Ministers
Lectors
Ushers
Cultural Celebration
Life Events
Baptisms
Confirmations
Quinceañeras
Weddings
Funerals
Columbarium
Welcome Ministry
Welcome Team & Table
Coffee Hour
6Ts – Find Your Ministry
Newcomer Gatherings
Neighborhood Ambassadors
OBJECTIVE #2
Enrich spiritual formation, pastoral care, and community life
Spiritual Formation
Retreats
Classes
Forums
Library
Sunday School
Pastoral Care
Lay Eucharistic Visitors (LEVs)
Daughters of the King (DOK)
Prayer Shawl Ministry
Healing Prayer Ministry
Bereavement
Groups
Ride Share Ministry
Flower Ministry
Stephen Ministry
End of Life Ministry
Parish Life
Hiking/Walking Group
Camping Group
Book Club
Movie Nights
Circle Suppers
Special Events
Parades
OBJECTIVE #3
Empower community advocacy — Peace, Justice, Mercy Ministries
Mercy Ministry
Laundry Love
Bombas Socks
Racial Reconciliation Ministry
Latino Ministry
Indigenous Ministry
Black History Month
LGBTQ+ Ministry
Transgender Ministry
Advocacy Awareness Ministry
Civic Engagement Taskforce
Interfaith Partnerships
Faith in Diversity Coalition
Diocesan Partnerships
St. John’s Food Distribution
LARK by EDSD
Community Partnerships
TODEC
Border Compassion
Read With Me
Survivors of Section 14
Transgender Health & Wellness
12-Step Groups
OBJECTIVE #4
Empower lay members for service and leadership
Vestry
Executive Committee
Nominating Committee
Parochial Report Taskforce
Annual Meeting Taskforce
Diocesan Convention
Strategic Plan
Implementation Team (SPIT)
Program Assessment Team
Patio Parties
OBJECTIVE #5
Empower staff to advance the church’s mission
Human Resources Committee
Staff Development Taskforce
Safety & Security Taskforce
Staff
Office Volunteers
Interns
Retired Clergy
Supply Clergy
Priest-on-call Ministry
OBJECTIVE #6
Update campus infrastructure
Campus Care Committee
IT Subcommittee
Landscape Taskforce
Capital Project Addessment
OBJECTIVE #7
Enhance fiduciary strength and stability
Finance Committee
Endowment & Gifts Committee
Investment Committee
Budget Committee
Policy & Procedure
Taskforce
Cash Counters
Stewardship Committee
Legacy Society
Discover Your Gifts
We believe every person brings unique gifts that enrich the life of the church.
Our Newcomer Ministry Discovery Survey helps newcomers reflect on their interests, spiritual gifts, life experiences, and hopes for connection and service.
We invite you to reflect on the gifts you bring to our parish community.
This survey helps our clergy and ministry leaders discover life-giving ways for you to serve, connect, and grow spiritually.
