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
Bulletin/Pew Pocket Creation
Life Events
Baptisms
Confirmations
Weddings
Funerals
Welcome Ministry
Welcome Team & Table
Coffee Hour
6Ts – Find Your Ministry
Newcomer Class
1PS Community Event
Other Community Events
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
Bereavement Groups
Ride Share Ministry
Flower Ministry
Columbarium
Parish Life
Sisters in Spirit (SIS)
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
Latino Ministry
TODEC
Read With Me
Dia De Los Muertos
Our Lady of Guadalupe
Racial Justice
Section 14
Discernment around Tribal
Relations & Land Acknowledgement
Discernment in starting a Chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians (UBE)
LGBTQ+
Educational Opportunities
Transgender Day of
Remembrance (TDOR)
TransPride
Advocacy Awareness Ministry
Interfaith Partnerships
Diocesan Partnerships
St. John’s Food Distribution
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
Volunteer Handbook Taskforce
Staff Development Taskforce
Staff
Office Volunteers
Interns
Retired Clergy
Supply Clergy
Priest-on-call
OBJECTIVE #6
Update campus infrastructure
Campus Care Committee
IT Taskforce
Parish Hall Taskforce
OBJECTIVE #7
Enhance fiduciary strength and stability
Finance Committee
Endowment & Gifts Committee
Investment Committee
Budget Committee
Policy & Procedure Manual
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.
