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SUMMARY:Interfaith Bible Study: The Prophet Elijah
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Prophet Elijah through a 5‑week Interfaith Bible Study blending insight\, history\, and shared tradition. \nhttps://tinyurl.com/mvecjz9n
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/interfaith-bible-study-the-prophet-elijah/2026-03-26/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Bible Study: The Prophet Elijah
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Prophet Elijah through a 5‑week Interfaith Bible Study blending insight\, history\, and shared tradition. \nhttps://tinyurl.com/mvecjz9n
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/interfaith-bible-study-the-prophet-elijah/2026-03-19/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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SUMMARY:Interfaith Bible Study: The Prophet Elijah
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Prophet Elijah through a 5‑week Interfaith Bible Study blending insight\, history\, and shared tradition. \nhttps://tinyurl.com/mvecjz9n
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/interfaith-bible-study-the-prophet-elijah/2026-03-12/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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SUMMARY:LGBTQ+ Ministry Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/lgbtq-ministry-meeting-2/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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SUMMARY:Confirmation Class Continues
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/confirmation-class-continues/2026-03-08/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260305T153000
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CREATED:20260214T052338Z
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UID:10001570-1772724600-1772730000@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Interfaith Bible Study: The Prophet Elijah
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Prophet Elijah through a 5‑week Interfaith Bible Study blending insight\, history\, and shared tradition. \nhttps://tinyurl.com/mvecjz9n
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/interfaith-bible-study-the-prophet-elijah/2026-03-05/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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SUMMARY:Confirmation Class Continues
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/confirmation-class-continues/2026-03-01/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260226T170000
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CREATED:20260214T052338Z
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UID:10001569-1772119800-1772125200@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Interfaith Bible Study: The Prophet Elijah
DESCRIPTION:Explore the Prophet Elijah through a 5‑week Interfaith Bible Study blending insight\, history\, and shared tradition. \nhttps://tinyurl.com/mvecjz9n
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/interfaith-bible-study-the-prophet-elijah/2026-02-26/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260224T113000
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CREATED:20260114T015753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T001621Z
UID:10001537-1771932600-1771936200@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:7 Signs of John Class
DESCRIPTION:So I Send You: A Discipleship Study Based on the 7 Signs in the Gospel of John \n‘Signs point us toward something. These are the signs of God’s kingdom breaking in here on earth.” As a group\, we explore our role(s) in God’s kingdom on earth as well as our going forth to bring the light of Christ into all we touch. We explore hospitality\, pray for healing (grace through faith)\, embrace wholeness\, reach for abundance\, face fear\, examine intent\, and ask for faith. \n“Through his life on earth\, Jesus proved that working alone or even in small groups really can change the world. There are no small acts. He sends us out into the world as his disciples to continue his work. This study is designed to explore our individual\, unique calls as we seek to do the work we are given to do.” \nLed By: The Rev. Dcn. Cris South \nCris South is an ordained deacon who was raised to service in the Diocese of Hawai’i on the island of Maui. She has been in the Episcopal Church for about 20 years and was ordained 10 years ago. One of her favorite things is to sit in groups for discussions and renewal. She was born and raised in NC\, lived in Hawai’i for 16 years\, and moved to SoCal 6 years ago. She is retired from official church service. She is married to the love of her life\, Barbara\, and will celebrate 30 years together in September.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/7-signs-of-john-class/2026-02-24/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
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SUMMARY:Confirmation Class Continues
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/confirmation-class-continues/2026-02-22/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260217T113000
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CREATED:20260114T015753Z
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UID:10001536-1771327800-1771331400@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:7 Signs of John Class
DESCRIPTION:So I Send You: A Discipleship Study Based on the 7 Signs in the Gospel of John \n‘Signs point us toward something. These are the signs of God’s kingdom breaking in here on earth.” As a group\, we explore our role(s) in God’s kingdom on earth as well as our going forth to bring the light of Christ into all we touch. We explore hospitality\, pray for healing (grace through faith)\, embrace wholeness\, reach for abundance\, face fear\, examine intent\, and ask for faith. \n“Through his life on earth\, Jesus proved that working alone or even in small groups really can change the world. There are no small acts. He sends us out into the world as his disciples to continue his work. This study is designed to explore our individual\, unique calls as we seek to do the work we are given to do.” \nLed By: The Rev. Dcn. Cris South \nCris South is an ordained deacon who was raised to service in the Diocese of Hawai’i on the island of Maui. She has been in the Episcopal Church for about 20 years and was ordained 10 years ago. One of her favorite things is to sit in groups for discussions and renewal. She was born and raised in NC\, lived in Hawai’i for 16 years\, and moved to SoCal 6 years ago. She is retired from official church service. She is married to the love of her life\, Barbara\, and will celebrate 30 years together in September.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/7-signs-of-john-class/2026-02-17/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260215T104500
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260115T060112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T061111Z
UID:10001196-1771148700-1771152300@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Confirmation Class Continues
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/confirmation-class-continues/2026-02-15/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260211T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260114T020438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T235556Z
UID:10001522-1770825600-1770831000@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Path Ahead Class
DESCRIPTION:The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ is a curriculum from the Episcopal Diocese of Washington DC\, on the spirituality of aging that combines guided discussion with contemplative practices to reframe aging for persons of faith. Over six sessions\, participants grapple with ageism\, identify changing spiritual needs\, equip themselves with new prayer practices\, and engage in discernment about God’s continuing call. Rejecting stereotypical views of aging that define it in terms of a singular narrative of decline\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ instead reveals this season of life as a time of spiritual growth and pursuit of purpose. Employing video presentations\, directed discussion\, contemplative practices\, and the arts\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ encourages connection\, builds community\, and promotes wellbeing. \nLed by: The Rev. Dale Carr \nRev. Dale Carr. Dale is an Episcopal Priest and retired Board Certified Chaplain. He spent 18 years as Chaplain and Spiritual Care Supervisor with a PACE organization (Program for All-inclusive Care of the Elderly) in Portland Oregon. He retired and with his husband Ken Ballard\, moved to Palm Springs and St Paul’s in 2022. Since retirement he has been on his own journey of discerning the “The Path Ahead”. He completed the EDOW facilitator training for this Curriculum and facilitated one cohort of St Paul’s Parishioners in the Fall of 2024.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/path-ahead-class/2026-02-11/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260210T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260114T015753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T001621Z
UID:10001535-1770723000-1770726600@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:7 Signs of John Class
DESCRIPTION:So I Send You: A Discipleship Study Based on the 7 Signs in the Gospel of John \n‘Signs point us toward something. These are the signs of God’s kingdom breaking in here on earth.” As a group\, we explore our role(s) in God’s kingdom on earth as well as our going forth to bring the light of Christ into all we touch. We explore hospitality\, pray for healing (grace through faith)\, embrace wholeness\, reach for abundance\, face fear\, examine intent\, and ask for faith. \n“Through his life on earth\, Jesus proved that working alone or even in small groups really can change the world. There are no small acts. He sends us out into the world as his disciples to continue his work. This study is designed to explore our individual\, unique calls as we seek to do the work we are given to do.” \nLed By: The Rev. Dcn. Cris South \nCris South is an ordained deacon who was raised to service in the Diocese of Hawai’i on the island of Maui. She has been in the Episcopal Church for about 20 years and was ordained 10 years ago. One of her favorite things is to sit in groups for discussions and renewal. She was born and raised in NC\, lived in Hawai’i for 16 years\, and moved to SoCal 6 years ago. She is retired from official church service. She is married to the love of her life\, Barbara\, and will celebrate 30 years together in September.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/7-signs-of-john-class/2026-02-10/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260208T104500
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260115T060112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T061111Z
UID:10001195-1770543900-1770547500@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Confirmation Class Continues
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/confirmation-class-continues/2026-02-08/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260204T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260114T020438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T235556Z
UID:10001521-1770220800-1770226200@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Path Ahead Class
DESCRIPTION:The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ is a curriculum from the Episcopal Diocese of Washington DC\, on the spirituality of aging that combines guided discussion with contemplative practices to reframe aging for persons of faith. Over six sessions\, participants grapple with ageism\, identify changing spiritual needs\, equip themselves with new prayer practices\, and engage in discernment about God’s continuing call. Rejecting stereotypical views of aging that define it in terms of a singular narrative of decline\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ instead reveals this season of life as a time of spiritual growth and pursuit of purpose. Employing video presentations\, directed discussion\, contemplative practices\, and the arts\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ encourages connection\, builds community\, and promotes wellbeing. \nLed by: The Rev. Dale Carr \nRev. Dale Carr. Dale is an Episcopal Priest and retired Board Certified Chaplain. He spent 18 years as Chaplain and Spiritual Care Supervisor with a PACE organization (Program for All-inclusive Care of the Elderly) in Portland Oregon. He retired and with his husband Ken Ballard\, moved to Palm Springs and St Paul’s in 2022. Since retirement he has been on his own journey of discerning the “The Path Ahead”. He completed the EDOW facilitator training for this Curriculum and facilitated one cohort of St Paul’s Parishioners in the Fall of 2024.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/path-ahead-class/2026-02-04/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260203T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260114T015753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T001621Z
UID:10001534-1770118200-1770121800@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:7 Signs of John Class
DESCRIPTION:So I Send You: A Discipleship Study Based on the 7 Signs in the Gospel of John \n‘Signs point us toward something. These are the signs of God’s kingdom breaking in here on earth.” As a group\, we explore our role(s) in God’s kingdom on earth as well as our going forth to bring the light of Christ into all we touch. We explore hospitality\, pray for healing (grace through faith)\, embrace wholeness\, reach for abundance\, face fear\, examine intent\, and ask for faith. \n“Through his life on earth\, Jesus proved that working alone or even in small groups really can change the world. There are no small acts. He sends us out into the world as his disciples to continue his work. This study is designed to explore our individual\, unique calls as we seek to do the work we are given to do.” \nLed By: The Rev. Dcn. Cris South \nCris South is an ordained deacon who was raised to service in the Diocese of Hawai’i on the island of Maui. She has been in the Episcopal Church for about 20 years and was ordained 10 years ago. One of her favorite things is to sit in groups for discussions and renewal. She was born and raised in NC\, lived in Hawai’i for 16 years\, and moved to SoCal 6 years ago. She is retired from official church service. She is married to the love of her life\, Barbara\, and will celebrate 30 years together in September.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/7-signs-of-john-class/2026-02-03/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260201T104500
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260115T060112Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T061111Z
UID:10001194-1769939100-1769942700@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Confirmation Class Continues
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/confirmation-class-continues/2026-02-01/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260128T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260114T020438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T235556Z
UID:10001520-1769616000-1769621400@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Path Ahead Class
DESCRIPTION:The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ is a curriculum from the Episcopal Diocese of Washington DC\, on the spirituality of aging that combines guided discussion with contemplative practices to reframe aging for persons of faith. Over six sessions\, participants grapple with ageism\, identify changing spiritual needs\, equip themselves with new prayer practices\, and engage in discernment about God’s continuing call. Rejecting stereotypical views of aging that define it in terms of a singular narrative of decline\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ instead reveals this season of life as a time of spiritual growth and pursuit of purpose. Employing video presentations\, directed discussion\, contemplative practices\, and the arts\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ encourages connection\, builds community\, and promotes wellbeing. \nLed by: The Rev. Dale Carr \nRev. Dale Carr. Dale is an Episcopal Priest and retired Board Certified Chaplain. He spent 18 years as Chaplain and Spiritual Care Supervisor with a PACE organization (Program for All-inclusive Care of the Elderly) in Portland Oregon. He retired and with his husband Ken Ballard\, moved to Palm Springs and St Paul’s in 2022. Since retirement he has been on his own journey of discerning the “The Path Ahead”. He completed the EDOW facilitator training for this Curriculum and facilitated one cohort of St Paul’s Parishioners in the Fall of 2024.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/path-ahead-class/2026-01-28/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260127T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260114T015753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T001621Z
UID:10001533-1769513400-1769517000@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:7 Signs of John Class
DESCRIPTION:So I Send You: A Discipleship Study Based on the 7 Signs in the Gospel of John \n‘Signs point us toward something. These are the signs of God’s kingdom breaking in here on earth.” As a group\, we explore our role(s) in God’s kingdom on earth as well as our going forth to bring the light of Christ into all we touch. We explore hospitality\, pray for healing (grace through faith)\, embrace wholeness\, reach for abundance\, face fear\, examine intent\, and ask for faith. \n“Through his life on earth\, Jesus proved that working alone or even in small groups really can change the world. There are no small acts. He sends us out into the world as his disciples to continue his work. This study is designed to explore our individual\, unique calls as we seek to do the work we are given to do.” \nLed By: The Rev. Dcn. Cris South \nCris South is an ordained deacon who was raised to service in the Diocese of Hawai’i on the island of Maui. She has been in the Episcopal Church for about 20 years and was ordained 10 years ago. One of her favorite things is to sit in groups for discussions and renewal. She was born and raised in NC\, lived in Hawai’i for 16 years\, and moved to SoCal 6 years ago. She is retired from official church service. She is married to the love of her life\, Barbara\, and will celebrate 30 years together in September.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/7-signs-of-john-class/2026-01-27/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260115T124539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T060434Z
UID:10001317-1769441400-1769446800@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Skills for Facing Adversity Through Psychological and Spiritual Awareness
DESCRIPTION:For many of us\, the political climate has become an everyday stressor.  We may use prayer and meditation to find a more wholesome relationship to the stresses and challenges\, but we also need resources to examine how our personal psychological traumas are affected by witnessing cruelty and scapegoating. Through meditation and prayer\, we can make a deeper connection to peace\, acceptance\, and joy\, and within that openness\, we can examine and heal our personal pain. \nCurrently there is division and disappointment in how our political climate is affecting us personally and communally. Some may feel discouraged and helpless. This class is designed to help all of us cope with our daily stress. \nLed By: Grace Jill Schireson \nRev. Grace Jill Schireson\, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and an ordained Buddhist priest in the Soto Zen lineage of Shunryu Suzuki roshi. She has trained at Zen training monasteries in Japan and in the United States. She is President of the Shogaky Zen Institute where Buddhist practitioners  study to learn Chaplaincy skills. She has authored three books on Zen and numerous articles in Buddhist and Psychoanalytic journals. \nAccompanying Books \n\nWhat the Buddha Taught by Walpola Rahula\nNaked in the Zendo by Grace Schireson
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/skills-for-facing-adversity-through-psychological-and-spiritual-awareness/2026-01-26/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260121T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260114T020438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T235556Z
UID:10001519-1769011200-1769016600@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Path Ahead Class
DESCRIPTION:The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ is a curriculum from the Episcopal Diocese of Washington DC\, on the spirituality of aging that combines guided discussion with contemplative practices to reframe aging for persons of faith. Over six sessions\, participants grapple with ageism\, identify changing spiritual needs\, equip themselves with new prayer practices\, and engage in discernment about God’s continuing call. Rejecting stereotypical views of aging that define it in terms of a singular narrative of decline\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ instead reveals this season of life as a time of spiritual growth and pursuit of purpose. Employing video presentations\, directed discussion\, contemplative practices\, and the arts\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ encourages connection\, builds community\, and promotes wellbeing. \nLed by: The Rev. Dale Carr \nRev. Dale Carr. Dale is an Episcopal Priest and retired Board Certified Chaplain. He spent 18 years as Chaplain and Spiritual Care Supervisor with a PACE organization (Program for All-inclusive Care of the Elderly) in Portland Oregon. He retired and with his husband Ken Ballard\, moved to Palm Springs and St Paul’s in 2022. Since retirement he has been on his own journey of discerning the “The Path Ahead”. He completed the EDOW facilitator training for this Curriculum and facilitated one cohort of St Paul’s Parishioners in the Fall of 2024.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/path-ahead-class/2026-01-21/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260120T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260114T015753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T001621Z
UID:10001532-1768908600-1768912200@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:7 Signs of John Class
DESCRIPTION:So I Send You: A Discipleship Study Based on the 7 Signs in the Gospel of John \n‘Signs point us toward something. These are the signs of God’s kingdom breaking in here on earth.” As a group\, we explore our role(s) in God’s kingdom on earth as well as our going forth to bring the light of Christ into all we touch. We explore hospitality\, pray for healing (grace through faith)\, embrace wholeness\, reach for abundance\, face fear\, examine intent\, and ask for faith. \n“Through his life on earth\, Jesus proved that working alone or even in small groups really can change the world. There are no small acts. He sends us out into the world as his disciples to continue his work. This study is designed to explore our individual\, unique calls as we seek to do the work we are given to do.” \nLed By: The Rev. Dcn. Cris South \nCris South is an ordained deacon who was raised to service in the Diocese of Hawai’i on the island of Maui. She has been in the Episcopal Church for about 20 years and was ordained 10 years ago. One of her favorite things is to sit in groups for discussions and renewal. She was born and raised in NC\, lived in Hawai’i for 16 years\, and moved to SoCal 6 years ago. She is retired from official church service. She is married to the love of her life\, Barbara\, and will celebrate 30 years together in September.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/7-signs-of-john-class/2026-01-20/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260119T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260119T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260115T124539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T060434Z
UID:10001316-1768836600-1768842000@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Skills for Facing Adversity Through Psychological and Spiritual Awareness
DESCRIPTION:For many of us\, the political climate has become an everyday stressor.  We may use prayer and meditation to find a more wholesome relationship to the stresses and challenges\, but we also need resources to examine how our personal psychological traumas are affected by witnessing cruelty and scapegoating. Through meditation and prayer\, we can make a deeper connection to peace\, acceptance\, and joy\, and within that openness\, we can examine and heal our personal pain. \nCurrently there is division and disappointment in how our political climate is affecting us personally and communally. Some may feel discouraged and helpless. This class is designed to help all of us cope with our daily stress. \nLed By: Grace Jill Schireson \nRev. Grace Jill Schireson\, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and an ordained Buddhist priest in the Soto Zen lineage of Shunryu Suzuki roshi. She has trained at Zen training monasteries in Japan and in the United States. She is President of the Shogaky Zen Institute where Buddhist practitioners  study to learn Chaplaincy skills. She has authored three books on Zen and numerous articles in Buddhist and Psychoanalytic journals. \nAccompanying Books \n\nWhat the Buddha Taught by Walpola Rahula\nNaked in the Zendo by Grace Schireson
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/skills-for-facing-adversity-through-psychological-and-spiritual-awareness/2026-01-19/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260118T200421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260118T200421Z
UID:10001499-1768744800-1768752000@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Exec Committee
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/exec-committee-2/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260114T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260114T020438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T235556Z
UID:10001518-1768406400-1768411800@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Path Ahead Class
DESCRIPTION:The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ is a curriculum from the Episcopal Diocese of Washington DC\, on the spirituality of aging that combines guided discussion with contemplative practices to reframe aging for persons of faith. Over six sessions\, participants grapple with ageism\, identify changing spiritual needs\, equip themselves with new prayer practices\, and engage in discernment about God’s continuing call. Rejecting stereotypical views of aging that define it in terms of a singular narrative of decline\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ instead reveals this season of life as a time of spiritual growth and pursuit of purpose. Employing video presentations\, directed discussion\, contemplative practices\, and the arts\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ encourages connection\, builds community\, and promotes wellbeing. \nLed by: The Rev. Dale Carr \nRev. Dale Carr. Dale is an Episcopal Priest and retired Board Certified Chaplain. He spent 18 years as Chaplain and Spiritual Care Supervisor with a PACE organization (Program for All-inclusive Care of the Elderly) in Portland Oregon. He retired and with his husband Ken Ballard\, moved to Palm Springs and St Paul’s in 2022. Since retirement he has been on his own journey of discerning the “The Path Ahead”. He completed the EDOW facilitator training for this Curriculum and facilitated one cohort of St Paul’s Parishioners in the Fall of 2024.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/path-ahead-class/2026-01-14/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260113T123000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260114T015753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T001621Z
UID:10001531-1768303800-1768307400@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:7 Signs of John Class
DESCRIPTION:So I Send You: A Discipleship Study Based on the 7 Signs in the Gospel of John \n‘Signs point us toward something. These are the signs of God’s kingdom breaking in here on earth.” As a group\, we explore our role(s) in God’s kingdom on earth as well as our going forth to bring the light of Christ into all we touch. We explore hospitality\, pray for healing (grace through faith)\, embrace wholeness\, reach for abundance\, face fear\, examine intent\, and ask for faith. \n“Through his life on earth\, Jesus proved that working alone or even in small groups really can change the world. There are no small acts. He sends us out into the world as his disciples to continue his work. This study is designed to explore our individual\, unique calls as we seek to do the work we are given to do.” \nLed By: The Rev. Dcn. Cris South \nCris South is an ordained deacon who was raised to service in the Diocese of Hawai’i on the island of Maui. She has been in the Episcopal Church for about 20 years and was ordained 10 years ago. One of her favorite things is to sit in groups for discussions and renewal. She was born and raised in NC\, lived in Hawai’i for 16 years\, and moved to SoCal 6 years ago. She is retired from official church service. She is married to the love of her life\, Barbara\, and will celebrate 30 years together in September.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/7-signs-of-john-class/2026-01-13/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260112T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260112T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260115T124539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T060434Z
UID:10001315-1768231800-1768237200@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Skills for Facing Adversity Through Psychological and Spiritual Awareness
DESCRIPTION:For many of us\, the political climate has become an everyday stressor.  We may use prayer and meditation to find a more wholesome relationship to the stresses and challenges\, but we also need resources to examine how our personal psychological traumas are affected by witnessing cruelty and scapegoating. Through meditation and prayer\, we can make a deeper connection to peace\, acceptance\, and joy\, and within that openness\, we can examine and heal our personal pain. \nCurrently there is division and disappointment in how our political climate is affecting us personally and communally. Some may feel discouraged and helpless. This class is designed to help all of us cope with our daily stress. \nLed By: Grace Jill Schireson \nRev. Grace Jill Schireson\, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and an ordained Buddhist priest in the Soto Zen lineage of Shunryu Suzuki roshi. She has trained at Zen training monasteries in Japan and in the United States. She is President of the Shogaky Zen Institute where Buddhist practitioners  study to learn Chaplaincy skills. She has authored three books on Zen and numerous articles in Buddhist and Psychoanalytic journals. \nAccompanying Books \n\nWhat the Buddha Taught by Walpola Rahula\nNaked in the Zendo by Grace Schireson
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/skills-for-facing-adversity-through-psychological-and-spiritual-awareness/2026-01-12/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260108T173000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260114T020438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260127T235556Z
UID:10001517-1767888000-1767893400@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Path Ahead Class
DESCRIPTION:The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ is a curriculum from the Episcopal Diocese of Washington DC\, on the spirituality of aging that combines guided discussion with contemplative practices to reframe aging for persons of faith. Over six sessions\, participants grapple with ageism\, identify changing spiritual needs\, equip themselves with new prayer practices\, and engage in discernment about God’s continuing call. Rejecting stereotypical views of aging that define it in terms of a singular narrative of decline\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ instead reveals this season of life as a time of spiritual growth and pursuit of purpose. Employing video presentations\, directed discussion\, contemplative practices\, and the arts\, The Path Ahead: Spirituality & Purpose in Later Life℠ encourages connection\, builds community\, and promotes wellbeing. \nLed by: The Rev. Dale Carr \nRev. Dale Carr. Dale is an Episcopal Priest and retired Board Certified Chaplain. He spent 18 years as Chaplain and Spiritual Care Supervisor with a PACE organization (Program for All-inclusive Care of the Elderly) in Portland Oregon. He retired and with his husband Ken Ballard\, moved to Palm Springs and St Paul’s in 2022. Since retirement he has been on his own journey of discerning the “The Path Ahead”. He completed the EDOW facilitator training for this Curriculum and facilitated one cohort of St Paul’s Parishioners in the Fall of 2024.
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/path-ahead-class/2026-01-08/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="The Church of St. Paul in the Desert":MAILTO:communications@stpauldesert.church
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260105T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260105T170000
DTSTAMP:20260407T044219
CREATED:20260115T124539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T060434Z
UID:10001314-1767627000-1767632400@stpauldesert.church
SUMMARY:Skills for Facing Adversity Through Psychological and Spiritual Awareness
DESCRIPTION:For many of us\, the political climate has become an everyday stressor.  We may use prayer and meditation to find a more wholesome relationship to the stresses and challenges\, but we also need resources to examine how our personal psychological traumas are affected by witnessing cruelty and scapegoating. Through meditation and prayer\, we can make a deeper connection to peace\, acceptance\, and joy\, and within that openness\, we can examine and heal our personal pain. \nCurrently there is division and disappointment in how our political climate is affecting us personally and communally. Some may feel discouraged and helpless. This class is designed to help all of us cope with our daily stress. \nLed By: Grace Jill Schireson \nRev. Grace Jill Schireson\, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and an ordained Buddhist priest in the Soto Zen lineage of Shunryu Suzuki roshi. She has trained at Zen training monasteries in Japan and in the United States. She is President of the Shogaky Zen Institute where Buddhist practitioners  study to learn Chaplaincy skills. She has authored three books on Zen and numerous articles in Buddhist and Psychoanalytic journals. \nAccompanying Books \n\nWhat the Buddha Taught by Walpola Rahula\nNaked in the Zendo by Grace Schireson
URL:https://stpauldesert.church/event/skills-for-facing-adversity-through-psychological-and-spiritual-awareness/2026-01-05/2/
LOCATION:The Church of St. Paul in the Desert\, 125 West El Alameda\, Palm Springs\, CA\, 92262\, United States
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