Patrick Grannan interviews Michael Plekon, PhD, on reviving church life through community, authentic faith, and the enduring theme of resurrection.
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Dear members and friends of St. Barnabas Episcopal Church in Borrego Springs, California, Mr. Patrick Grannan, passed away on Wednesday evening or early Thursday morning, October 8th or 9th. Patrick was a member of St. Barnabas, served on the Vestry, Finance Committee, and Director of Communications. He also served on the Rectors Search Committee, and was the lead communicator with me during the discernment process of my calling to serve as Rector of St. Barnabas.The Grannan family will take ca [...]
By Fr Michael PlekonWhen Jeanne and I bought our place in Borrego almost 10 years ago, St Francis of Assisi came with it. Not the actual “little poor guy,” as he used to call himself, but a lovely statue of him in the front of the house, underneath the trees there. We have come to take him as a welcoming figure to our friends and others who come to the house.We celebrate him on the day of his “heavenly birthday,” his day of his death, October 4. And this ye [...]
How to Start, Connect, and Find SupportThinking about becoming a caregiver? In Borrego Springs, the need for compassionate in-home support is growing, and opportunities to begin a career in caregiving are more accessible than ever. Whether you’re exploring caregiving as a profession or looking for support for a loved one, here’s what you need to know.Start with Caregiver Talent TuesdaysThe easiest way to begin is by joining Caregiver Talent Tuesdays, a monthly virtual job fair ho [...]
Author Fr. David Madsen, Rector – St. Barnabas Episcopal Church, Borrego Springs A few days ago, as I was reading passages from Genesis, and I paused on the following verse concerning Isaac: “And Isaac went forth to pray in the field towards evening, and he lifted his eyes and saw, and behold, camels were approaching”. (Gen 24:63)When I read a passage like this I always try to picture it in its original context and then to attempt to apply a nugget of truth into the pres [...]
Author Fr. Michael Plekon, Retired – St. Barnabas Episcopal Church Saturday, February 22, 2025, the people of St. Barnabas celebrated 50 years of their presence in Borrego.Over 75 friends and members gathered at the church parish hall and patio for the party. Andy Macuga of Carlee's supplied the food, Steve Hunter, hours of wonderful jazz and popular songs on the keyboard. The Venerable Archdeacon of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego, the Rev. Cindy Campos represente [...]
