St. Francis Episcopal Church
is located at
16608 Highway 76
Pauma Valley, CA 92061
Church phone and answering machine. (760) 742-1738
Mailing Address
St. Francis Episcopal Church
P.O. Box 1220
Pauma Valley, CA 92061
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is located at
16608 Highway 76
Pauma Valley, CA 92061
Church phone and answering machine. (760) 742-1738
Mailing Address
St. Francis Episcopal Church
P.O. Box 1220
Pauma Valley, CA 92061
Check out our new Facebook page by clicking here.
O God, Grant that all people of this land may have grace to maintain our liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen.
Get to Know Fr. Michael Carr
As you've probably heard, starting on July 1, Fr. Michael Carr will be Priest-in-Charge at St. Francis. You may have met him already. He has filled in on several occasions, most recently during Fr. Fred’s vacation last summer. To help everyone know him a little better, we asked him to write the following autobiographical highlights.
"So who is Fr. Michael Carr?"
As told by Fr. Michael Carr
I was raised in Ft. Worth, Texas. I am the only one of three brothers who has left the state. After receiving a BA in psychology at Texas Christian University, I went straight to Nashotah House, the Episcopal seminary in Wisconsin. My wife, Kelly and I met there when she came to visit her parents. Kelly’s father, Ted Johnson, who also went on to become an Episcopal priest, was a fellow seminarian. So, I knew Kelly’s parents, who are from California, before I met their daughter. Kelly and I were married in 1980 at All Saint’s, Vista and then lived for two years in the seminary’s married student cubicles, “the flats.” In 1982, I graduated, was ordained deacon and was called to be curate at St. John’s, Chula Vista. Later that year I was ordained priest at St. John’s. After some time there, I was called to work with youth at Church of our Savior in San Gabriel. From there I was elected rector at St. Bede's in the Mar Vista area of LA. After that we moved to Lake Arrowhead where I was vicar of St. Richards, 1989-1994. I sure enjoyed the mountain communities and even volunteered with the schools to teach children to snow ski. I was able to have two of our kids learn in my classes there; our youngest Benjamin learned later in Washington. We were in Port Angeles WA for 12 years before being called back to San Diego to minister at All Saint's Vista. I retired from All Saints but, most recently, I have been ministering at Good Shepherd in Hemet.
Our eldest child Aaron is married and a practicing massage therapist near Boise Idaho. He and his wife Jessica recently purchased their first home there. The next in line, Sarah, works with prosthetics and orthotics and is currently in Virginia with her Coast Guard husband Derek. Our youngest son, Benjamin, who just turned 26, moved back to Washington and bought a house in Bellingham. He is a computer programmer and engaged to Rebecca Dolan.
I still get out to snow ski as often as I can. I used to water ski weekly, year round, when we lived in Port Angeles. I got to where I could make 5 out of 6 buoys on a slalom course. I was enjoying lifting weights and walking with Kelly in the morning before my biking accident 12 weeks ago. I expect to be fully recovered soon. I am rebuilding a ‘67 Camaro convertible in my garage and still do most of my own vehicle maintenance. After retirement from All Saint's and before going to Hemet, I worked as a handy man with my father in law for a few years. Some called us the "Fixin’ Friars." I enjoy fly fishing and camping when I get the chance to go up to the Sierras. Also, I attempt to play golf.
I enjoy preaching from the midst of the congregation and after over 30 years, I might finally be getting the hang of it. When asked what I consider to be my successes in ministry, I often point to the visitation of those home bound or in need. I have been allowed to share many important moments in peoples’ lives.
Kelly and I look forward to our ministry at St. Francis. May God bless Fr. Fred and Ann Thayer as they move on to the next phase of their retirements.
As you've probably heard, starting on July 1, Fr. Michael Carr will be Priest-in-Charge at St. Francis. You may have met him already. He has filled in on several occasions, most recently during Fr. Fred’s vacation last summer. To help everyone know him a little better, we asked him to write the following autobiographical highlights.
"So who is Fr. Michael Carr?"
As told by Fr. Michael Carr
I was raised in Ft. Worth, Texas. I am the only one of three brothers who has left the state. After receiving a BA in psychology at Texas Christian University, I went straight to Nashotah House, the Episcopal seminary in Wisconsin. My wife, Kelly and I met there when she came to visit her parents. Kelly’s father, Ted Johnson, who also went on to become an Episcopal priest, was a fellow seminarian. So, I knew Kelly’s parents, who are from California, before I met their daughter. Kelly and I were married in 1980 at All Saint’s, Vista and then lived for two years in the seminary’s married student cubicles, “the flats.” In 1982, I graduated, was ordained deacon and was called to be curate at St. John’s, Chula Vista. Later that year I was ordained priest at St. John’s. After some time there, I was called to work with youth at Church of our Savior in San Gabriel. From there I was elected rector at St. Bede's in the Mar Vista area of LA. After that we moved to Lake Arrowhead where I was vicar of St. Richards, 1989-1994. I sure enjoyed the mountain communities and even volunteered with the schools to teach children to snow ski. I was able to have two of our kids learn in my classes there; our youngest Benjamin learned later in Washington. We were in Port Angeles WA for 12 years before being called back to San Diego to minister at All Saint's Vista. I retired from All Saints but, most recently, I have been ministering at Good Shepherd in Hemet.
Our eldest child Aaron is married and a practicing massage therapist near Boise Idaho. He and his wife Jessica recently purchased their first home there. The next in line, Sarah, works with prosthetics and orthotics and is currently in Virginia with her Coast Guard husband Derek. Our youngest son, Benjamin, who just turned 26, moved back to Washington and bought a house in Bellingham. He is a computer programmer and engaged to Rebecca Dolan.
I still get out to snow ski as often as I can. I used to water ski weekly, year round, when we lived in Port Angeles. I got to where I could make 5 out of 6 buoys on a slalom course. I was enjoying lifting weights and walking with Kelly in the morning before my biking accident 12 weeks ago. I expect to be fully recovered soon. I am rebuilding a ‘67 Camaro convertible in my garage and still do most of my own vehicle maintenance. After retirement from All Saint's and before going to Hemet, I worked as a handy man with my father in law for a few years. Some called us the "Fixin’ Friars." I enjoy fly fishing and camping when I get the chance to go up to the Sierras. Also, I attempt to play golf.
I enjoy preaching from the midst of the congregation and after over 30 years, I might finally be getting the hang of it. When asked what I consider to be my successes in ministry, I often point to the visitation of those home bound or in need. I have been allowed to share many important moments in peoples’ lives.
Kelly and I look forward to our ministry at St. Francis. May God bless Fr. Fred and Ann Thayer as they move on to the next phase of their retirements.
St. Francis Vestry Members:
Tom Paul Burch
Bob Hubers
Larry Luther
Roselyn Krause
Jill Paolone - Clerk
Eva Rosa
Steven Much
Joan Weller
Steve Much - Senior Warden
Treasurer Andy Mathews
Assistant Treasurer Eva Rosa
Property Committee
Tom Paul Burch
Larry Luther
Lay Delegates to the 2019 Diocesan Convention.
Steve Much
Allegra Much
First Alternate Jill Paolone
Tom Paul Burch
Bob Hubers
Larry Luther
Roselyn Krause
Jill Paolone - Clerk
Eva Rosa
Steven Much
Joan Weller
Steve Much - Senior Warden
Treasurer Andy Mathews
Assistant Treasurer Eva Rosa
Property Committee
Tom Paul Burch
Larry Luther
Lay Delegates to the 2019 Diocesan Convention.
Steve Much
Allegra Much
First Alternate Jill Paolone
Stations of the Cross - click here.
Report Misconduct
The Episcopal Church has suspended the statute of limitations for reporting clergy sexual misconduct. Until December 31, 2029, persons who believe they have been a victim of misconduct at any time in the past in our diocese may file a report with our intake officers: Equilla Luke, aequilla@icloud.com, or John Seitman, jseitman@edsd.org. If you believe you have been harmed, please make a report. Our diocesan task force on compassionate care is available to support you. Speak with the intake officers for more information.
Report Misconduct
The Episcopal Church has suspended the statute of limitations for reporting clergy sexual misconduct. Until December 31, 2029, persons who believe they have been a victim of misconduct at any time in the past in our diocese may file a report with our intake officers: Equilla Luke, aequilla@icloud.com, or John Seitman, jseitman@edsd.org. If you believe you have been harmed, please make a report. Our diocesan task force on compassionate care is available to support you. Speak with the intake officers for more information.
Click here for weekly readings from the Lectionary from the Episcopal Church.
Click here for weekly readings from the Lectionary from the Episcopal Church.
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sunday School lessons each week involve a Bible story, a art project, Prayer, and a song. The children join the adults in church at the passing of the peace and are invited to be a part of the Holy Eucharist.
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For Daily Devotions provided by the Foreward Movement, click here.
The current Forward Day by Day booklet is available now in the back of the church.
