The Episcopal Diocese of Northern California

America’s Best Idea: The Separation of Church and State
2026-02-02 18:30 - 19:15 (America/Los_Angeles)
Randall Balmer, an Episcopal priest and part-time resident of Gualala, is the John Phillips Professor in Religion at Dartmouth College. He is also a New York Times bestselling author and a CNN Contributor. He is the author of eighteen books, including Redeemer: The Life of Jimmy Carter; Bad Faith: Race and the Rise of the Religious Right and Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory: A Journey into the Evangelical Subculture in America, which was made into an award-winning, three-part series for PBS. His commentaries on religion in America appear in newspapers across the country, including the Los Angeles Times, the Washington Post, the Concord Monitor, the Santa Fe New Mexican and the Santa Rosa Press Democrat.
His latest book, America’s Best Idea: The Separation of Church and State, examines the history behind the First Amendment and argues that church-state separation has ensured both political stability and a vibrant religious culture in the United States. Those who would compromise the First Amendment—Christian nationalists, the Supreme Court—risk undermining one of the foundational principles in American society.
Monday evenings, February 2, 9, 16, 23, from 6:30-7:15.

Celebration of New Ministry - Bret Hays
2026-02-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Trinity Episcopal Church – Folsom, 801 Figueroa St, Folsom, CA, 95630, United States
Celebration of New Ministry for Bret Hays at Trinity Folsom.
Reception to follow.
Clergy red stoles.

CIM Black History Month & Lenten Book Discussion Group
2026-02-19 19:00 - 20:30 | Zoom
Join CIM and speaker, writer, and public theologian, Cara Meredith, author of The Color of Life. Passionate about issues of justice, race, and privilege, Cara holds a master of theology from Fuller Seminary and is a postulant for Holy Orders in the Episcopal Church. With a background in education and nonprofit work, she wears more hats than she probably ought, but mostly just enjoys playing with words, a lot. She has been featured in national media outlets such as The Oregonian, The New York Times, The Living Church, The Christian Century, and Baptist News Global, among others. She lives with her family in Oakland, California.
Dates of Book Discussion (held on Zoom): Feb 19, Feb 24, Mar 3, Mar 10, and Mar 17.
Time: 7 – 8:30 pm
Zoom Discussion with the Author: Feb 28 11 am – 12:30 pm
Register here

Vestry/Mission Committee Essentials: Tools for New and Seasoned Leaders
2026-02-21 09:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Join Bishop Megan and key members of the Office of the Bishop staff for this FREE one day event held on Zoom.
Participants will learn up to date, crucial information about vestry service in four tracks. Great for seasoned Vestry members and newbies!
Workshops will be running in pairs simultaneously. Select one morning workshop and one afternoon workshop. Each workshop will be recorded, so you can return to view them at any time.
We encourage your church to send at least three vestry/mission committee leaders so that all workshops are attended.
Register here

Becoming Beloved Community at Church of the Incarnation
2026-02-22 15:00 - 17:00 | Incarnation, Santa Rosa, 550 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa, CA, 95401, United States
Becoming Beloved Community
In honor of Black History Month
Martin Luther King, Jr.’s Vision: A Conversation
Journey to the meaning, history, and current reality of Becoming Beloved Community, a tenet of Dr. King’s and a way of life that stresses wholeness for humanity.
Jennifer Snow, scholar and author of Mission Race and Empire, will sketch the history and theology of this way of life, from a 1913 philosophy lecture, through activists, priests, and churches.
Kirstyne Lange, President of the Santa Rosa/Sonoma County NAACP, will describe the present state of Sonoma County racial justice experience.
Stephen Shaver, Rector of The Church of Incarnation, will offer a pastor’s view of how a thriving church strives for Beloved Community.
Sunday, February 22, 2026 – 3-5 PM
Church of the Incarnation
550 Mendocino Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95404
A reception in the parish hall starts the event. It continues in the Church with a panel discussion, audience participation, and live stream.
Register Here

Sip, Savor, Serve
2026-02-26 18:00 - 20:00 | Paul Mahder Gallery, Healdsburg, 222 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg, CA, United States
Sip, Savor, Serve — Brings people together to celebrate St. Paul’s spirit of welcome and compassion as it provides meals, showers, and gathering spaces for members of our community. All proceeds from this event will go DIRECTLY to our community outreach programs.
Each week, hundreds of our neighbors rely on St. Paul’s for consistent, compassionate care, offered with dignity, warmth, and welcome. This evening helps sustain that care so it remains available throughout the year.
How Your Support Makes a Difference
Proceeds from Sip, Savor, Serve directly support community care, including:

Community meals and food access

Showers and essential personal care
Clothing and transportation support
Emergency and seasonal assistance
Free concerts and gathering spaces

Inquiry Day
2026-02-28 09:00 - 12:00
Are you interested in becoming a priest or deacon?

Day of Inquiry is February 28 from 9am – 12:00pm and hosted via Zoom.

Sponsoring clergy must attend with you, and if applicable, aspirants spouses as well.

This is the first step in entering the Ordination process.

Questions? Contact Jacqi Seppi jacqi@norcalepiscopal.org

Evensong at Trinity Folsom
2026-03-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Trinity Episcopal Church – Folsom, 801 Figueroa St, Folsom, CA, 95630, United States
Trinity Folsom will offer a majestic service of Evensong, featuring the parish choir. A reception will follow in the Parish Hall.
Questions? Contact bhays@trinityfolsom.org or (916) 985-2495

Lenten Quiet Days
2026-03-21 08:00 - 17:00
This Quiet Day invites participants to slow down, listen for God, and engage the Lord’s Prayer as a way of life rather than simply words to recite. Through prayer stations, journaling, and silence, participants will:

Reflect on each line of the Lord’s Prayer.
Name what they carry.
Entrust burdens and prayers to God.
End the time with shared prayers and ritual.

Note: The Quiet Day at Christ Church, Eureka, will follow a different format and will be more open-ended.

Saturday, March 21, 2026 | Russian River Deanery
1-5pm
St. Patrick’s, Kenwood
Hosts: The Rev. Mack Olson and The Rev. Paul Mallatt

Saturday, March 21, 2026 | Capital Deanery
8:45 am – 3:15 am
Faith, Cameron Park
**Please email quietday@faithec.org for more information or to register.

Saturday, March 28, 2026 | Central Deanery
1 – 5 pm
St. John’s, Roseville
Hosts: Rev. Anny Genato and Ms. Susan Wahlstrom

Families are Sacred Convention
2026-03-24 10:00 - 16:00 | 1401 K Street Sacramento, CA 95814, 1401 K Street Sacramento, CA 95814, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
On March 24th, Episcopal clergy and lay leaders will gather with hundreds of people of faith and goodwill from across the state at the Safe Credit Union Convention Center to proclaim that all families are sacred and that as people of faith, we will stand with the most vulnerable to protect our neighbors. We will call on our state elected officials to stand up for our families and help protect our health care, our legal services, and increase affordable housing opportunities for those that need it most!

Soul Searching Series: Rabbi Niles Eliot Goldstein
2026-03-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Grace, St. Helena, 1314 Spring St, St Helena, CA, 94574
Bold, honest Jewish spirituality inviting meaning, resilience, and a deeper relationship with the Divine.
See all the events in the Soul Searching Series

A Musical Meditation on the Nocturnes of Tenebrae Music of Frédéric Chopin with Jeffrey Jubenville, pianist
2026-04-01 19:00 - 21:00 | St. Martin’s, Davis, 640 Hawthorn Ln, Davis, CA, 95616, United States
On Wednesday of Holy Week, April 1, 2026, at 7 pm, the Episcopal Church of St. Martin in Davis (640 Hawthorn Lane) will present A Musical Meditation on the Nocturnes of Tenebrae, an evening of reflective piano music inspired by the ancient Holy Week tradition of Tenebrae, performed by pianist Jeffrey Jubenville.

Immigration Workshop Update 2026
2026-04-29 19:00 - 20:00
Join this webinar to update clergy, vestry, and other church leaders on current immigration enforcement activities and enable them to provide loving and safe guidance to their church communities on how to respond when Immigration Enforcement Agents appear within your communities.
We will present immigration enforcement practices and tools for churches to prepare for enforcement actions and educate their parishioners. This will be beneficial for churches to update their existing policies and procedures or to create new ones. Examples will be from churches and dioceses. There will be Q and A. We wil share examples that churches can adopt.

Questions? Contact Bob Wohlsen – bob.wohlsen@gmail.com or call him at (510) 926-0286

Woods to Waves
2026-05-02 08:30 - 17:00 | St. Dorothy’s Rest, 168 St. Dorothy's Avenue, Camp Meeker, CA, United States
Woods to Waves is a one day “hike-a-thon” event that begins at St Dorothy’s Rest in Camp Meeker, CA and ends at the Pacific Ocean! The total distance is 12.4 miles, but shuttles are available beginning at 3, 8, and 9.4 miles (you do not have to hike the whole way… but you can!).

Join St. Dorothy’s Rest on Saturday, May 2 at 8:30 AM for Woods to Waves, their largest annual fundraising event. Beginning on St. Dorothy’s Rest’s property and ending at the Pacific Ocean, you are invited to challenge yourself physically as you experience the bounty and beauty of creation… all for a great cause! Money raised directly supports our Hospital Camp programs.

Temenos Gardens 2nd Annual Fundraiser Dinner & Silent Auction
2026-05-03 17:00 - 19:00 | St. Luke’s, Woodland, 515 2nd St, Woodland, CA, 95695
Join Temenos Gardens for the 2nd Annual Fundraiser Dinner and Silent Auction. All proceeds support the infrastructure project making our garden more accessible for all in our community.
Each ticket includes a variety of appetizers, chicken or vegan tacos, black beans, Mexican green rice, roasted corn salad, and a variety of desserts. Coffee and water will be provided, with Agua Fresca and Sangria available for purchase.
SEATING IS LIMITED SO YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS OUT!

Spring Assembly of the Daughters of the King, Northern California
2026-05-09 08:30 - 15:00 | St. Patrick’s Episcopal Church 9000 Highway 12 Kenwood, CA 95452, St. Patrick's Episcopal Church 9000 Highway 12, Kenwood, CA, 95452, United States
The theme of the Assembly is: “I am the Vine, you are the Branches: A Day with Jesus in the Wine Country”. There will be three break-out educational sessions as well as a Vineyard Walk with a Vineyard Keeper narrating. The Assembly ends with a Eucharistic Service with Bishop Meagan Traquair presiding.
A light breakfast will be offered during Registration starting at 8:30 am to 9:00 am. Lunch will be served. Programs commence at 9:00 am. There is a suggested donation of $ 10 at the door.
All Daughters of the King Members in the Northern California Diocese are encouraged to attend. Seminars will be held during which members will learn about prayer, service and evangelism.
Marilyn Ganz 707-732-1602 President of St. Hilda’s Chapter

I Will, With God’s Help: Journey Toward Racial Healing and Justice Workshops
2026-05-09 09:00 - 16:30
“Seek and serve Christ in all persons, loving your neighbor as yourself… strive for justice and peace among all people, and respect the dignity of every human being.”
These powerful promises from our Baptismal Covenant are at the heart of our faith, yet living them out in a complex world is a daily challenge—especially across the lines that divide us.
Our upcoming one-day workshops are designed to help you deepen your understanding of racism’s impact and, more importantly, empower you to share God’s healing love within your own community.
Who Is this Designed for?

Vestry
Sr. and Jr. Wardens
Lay Eucharistic Ministers and Visitors

Join us for a transformative experience this year, each workshop is held on a Saturday.
May 9: Hybrid Workshop at Church of St. Martin’s, Davis | Register here
June 27: Virtual only | Register here
July 25: Hybrid Workshop at St. Patrick’s, Kenwood | Register here
Sept. 5: Virtual only | Register here
October 10: Virtual only | Register here
Unsure if this is right for your role? We’d love to chat. Reach out to Miriam Casey or Jo Ann Williams at norcalcim@gmail.com.

St. Luke's Spring Bloom Concert
2026-05-10 15:00 - 16:15 | St. Luke’s, Woodland, 515 2nd St, Woodland, CA, 95695
Join us on Sunday, May 10 at 3 p.m. for our Spring Bloom Concert featuring Francesca Anderson, Flute, and Dr. Bev Wesner-Hoehn, Harp, assisted by The Chamber Strings featuring John Rutter’s Suite Antique.
Tickets available in advance (see link) or at the door.

Clergy Conference
2026-05-12 - 2026-05-14 | Bishop’s Ranch, 5297 Westside Rd, Healdsburg, CA, 95448
Our conference this spring will be hosted by The Bishop’s Ranch which is located in Healdsburg. Our time will include an opportunity to have quiet time for prayer and time together as a group. We encourage you to take the full three days away from your duties.

We value this time together. All canonically resident clergy and clergy who are serving in parochial positions in the diocese are expected to attend, so we may deepen and enrich our relationships. For this same reason, non-canonically resident clergy who are non-parochial, retired or engaged in other ministries in this diocese are also invited.

2026 Clergy Conference - May 12-14
2026-05-12 14:00 - 2026-05-14 12:00
2026 Clergy Conference
Held at Bishop’s Ranch in Healdsburg

Blessing of the Bicycles
2026-05-15 12:30 - 17:00 | St. Paul’s Parking Lot, 1012 15th Street, Sacramento, 1012 15th Street, Sacramento, Sacramento, CA, United States
May is Bike Month in Sacramento!

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in downtown Sacramento invites all cyclists to ride their bikes to the church parking lot on Friday, May 15. At 12:30 p.m., members of St. Paul’s clergy will sprinkle Holy Water over the gathered bikes and offer a prayer of blessing for safety in the coming cycling season. Invite your friends for a group ride downtown, or bike to work that day, then join us at St. Paul’s during your lunch hour. All are welcome to participate in this brief blessing for safe and joy-filled riding!

Bike Tune-up Day at Trinity
2026-05-17 12:00 - 15:00 | Trinity Cathedral, Sacramento, 2620 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, 95816, United States
Join TREE (Trinity Respecting Earth and Environment) Celebrate Earth Month and bring your bike for a tune-up at Trinity Cathedral, Sacramento.
Technicians from SABA (Sacramento Area Advocates) will be in Easter Park (behind the Cathedral) to tune up your ride for a suggested donation of $10 (cash/check/credit card accepted).
Gently used bikes are welcome for donation.
Adult bike donations will be given to Midtown HART and kids’ donations bikes will be given to Floyd School.

St. Dorothy's Rest Summer Camps
2026-05-22 08:00 - 17:00
Registration is open for St. Dorothy’s Summer Camps.
11 Camp for ages 5 – 21+ that run from May 22 – August 16, 2026. Also included are family camps!

View their registration link for more details. https://www.saintdorothysrest.org/camp

Vote Faithfully Calls
2026-06-04 10:30 - 11:30
On the first Thursday of each month from June through November, The Episcopal Church’s Public Policy and Witness team will host a series of “Vote Faithfully” calls to support voter engagement in ways consistent with Episcopal values.
During the calls, hosts will share resources and ideas to help congregations promote voting and civic participation while remaining nonpartisan (avoiding support for specific political parties, candidates, or platforms).
The first call, on June 4, will feature Kent Anker, chief legal officer of The Episcopal Church, speaking about compliance with IRS rules regarding election engagement by religious organizations.

Tour of Uprooted
2026-06-05 10:30 - 12:00 | The California Museum, 1020 O Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814
Join Episcopalians from the Diocese of Northern California to tour “Uprooted”, the California Museum exhibit about Japanese Americans during WWII.
The California Museum (1020 O Street, Sacramento) has reserved a tour on June 6th, 10:30am-12pm, of their signature exhibit “Uprooted” for sixteen people from the Diocese of Northern California, at a charge of $10 per person.
The tour will be led by docent Steve Sasaki.
To reserve a spot on the tour, please complete the form below. Your place will be finalized by sending a check for $10 per person to St. John’s Episcopal Church, 2351 Pleasant Grove Blvd, Roseville, CA 95747, with “Uprooted” in the memo line.
Deadline for receipt of check: 26 May 2026.
We will confirm registration and payment, and will maintain a waiting list after we have reached the capacity of 16 persons.

Quarterly Communications Call
2026-07-15 12:00 - 13:00
Join the quarterly communications workshops – your chance to bring your ideas, challenges and share learnings and wins.
Join Lisa Taylor, Dir. of Communications for these workshops.
Workshops have been scheduled for the rest of 2026.Select one or many to attend:

Wednesday, July 15
Friday, September 18
Wednesday, November 18
Time: 12 pm – 1 pm
Location: Zoom

Ordinations- Rosemary Mac Laughlin and Maggie Rutherford
2026-07-18 11:00 - 12:00 | Trinity Cathedral, Sacramento, 2620 Capitol Ave, Sacramento, 95816, United States

Echoes of Eureka Opera
2026-07-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Christ Church, 625 15th St, Eureka, 95501, United States
A choral opera bridging history and hope.
Premiered in Eureka in 2025, this opera will be sung by the Vox Aurea Choir of Finland.
Echoes of Eureka follows the true story of Charley Wei Lum, a young Chinese immigrant who settled in Eureka – which housed a large Chinese community in the state of CA.

Dates: Monday, July 20 & Tuesday, July 21
Time: 4 pm
Location: Christ Episcopal Church, 625 15th Street, Eureka, CA
Cost: Donations welcome

81st Anniversary of US Atomic Bombings
2026-08-06 09:00 - 17:00
Join us August 6 on the 81st anniverssary of the US atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki with a demonstration at the Livermore nuclear weapons lab west gate from 9am to 11am. Details are included here and youtube link for those who cannot attend personally.
Reach out to the Rev Grant Bakewell for more information and carpooling from Sacramento.s
Rev.Grant Bakewell
916-747-8644
RevGrant.DNC@gmail.com

Walking With Our Mother – A Pilgrimage to Mexico With La Virgen de Guadalupe
2026-09-17 08:00 - 2026-09-24 17:00 | mexico, Mexico
St. Stephen’s Episcopal Churchis hosting a pilgrimage to Mexico.

Walking With Our Mother – A Pilgrimage to Mexico With La Virgen de Guadalupe, a 7-day sacred journey into the heart of Mexico. Co-led by Tina Green and the Rev. Christy Laborda Harris, and co-sponsored by St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church in Sebastopol, this pilgrimage includes visits to the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Tepeyac Hill, and the pyramids of Teotihuacán. Through reflection, devotional practice, and cultural immersion, participants are invited into deeper connection and renewal. Includes accommodations, meals, transportation, and site entry. Moderate walking and uneven terrain required. Open to adults of all backgrounds.

This pilgrimage is a week-long journey into the heart of Mexico, designed for those seeking spiritual renewal, meaningful connection, and a deeper experience of faith in action. Participants can expect a thoughtfully guided experience that weaves together visits to sacred and historical sites—including the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, Tepeyac Hill, and the pyramids of Teotihuacán—with times of reflection, teaching, and devotional practice. Sacred Journey Breathwork and other experiential elements are gently integrated to support personal insight and spiritual integration. We will be staying at The Dreaming House in Teotihuacán, a family-owned retreat space where participants are welcomed into the culture and rhythm of the land. The pilgrimage includes group transportation, shared accommodations, and nourishing, home-cooked meals. Please note that this pilgrimage involves a moderate level of physical activity, including daily walking, uneven terrain, and extended time on your feet at certain sites. Participants should feel comfortable walking for periods of time without assistance. This offering is open to adults of all backgrounds who feel called to explore the spiritual significance of Our Lady of Guadalupe, engage more deeply with their own inner life, and experience pilgrimage in a supportive, guided community. No prior experience with pilgrimage or spiritual practices is required. The cost of the journey is $2,240, with an early bird rate of $1,940 available with an $800 deposit by May 15, 2026. (International airfare is not included.)
