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The Christian writer G. K. Chesterton had the right idea when he said we need to get in the habit of “taking things with gratitude and not taking things for granted.” Rev. Canon Andrew Rank has noted that “thanksgiving” is his baseline in his spiritual life – the point to which he returns to again … READ MORE…
On Tuesday, the San Diego City Council unanimously approved the Cathedral’s redevelopment project. Thanks to all who wrote letters and attended the hearing! Read more here! Or watch the video of the hearing below.
What am I thankful for at St. Paul’s and why do I choose to be generous? I answer that question differently now than I did when I first started coming to the Cathedral, thanks to an experience that changed our lives. After attending St. Paul’s for several months, I could answer the question about what … READ MORE…
Hello Parents The story of the release of [Israeli soldier] Gilad Shalit to his family left me thinking of how much it is a part of being human to want your children safe, happy and nearby. Every parent in the whole world could relate to that feeling, that need, of this young man’s parents to … READ MORE…
The Rev. Canon Albert Ogle has written two articles in the local press about Bishop Christopher’s “Compass to Compassion” tour about LGBT rights in Uganda, which was launched here at St Paul’s Cathedral in August. We’ve quoted just a small part here; click on the links to read the complete articles. In his first article, … READ MORE…
Don’t miss this all-cathedral reception as our annual stewardship campaign kicks off in style this year! Enjoy tempting appetizers and beverages as you take in the sunset and stunning views from the rooftop penthouse of this historic hotel. Don’t miss this evening of celebration for the entire St. Paul’s community as we offer our thanksgivings … READ MORE…
Occupy for Jesus! I’ve been down to Occupy San Diego four times–most recently to attend the interfaith prayer service on Monday. That morning Occupy had dwindled down to a rag-tag bunch that was chiefly holding the space. It was mostly young people–lots of dreads and piercings as some critics have noted–with an older crowd attending … READ MORE…
Good morning! I have to confess, that there was a time when speeches like this, in the middle of Mass, would really irritate me. I would mumble under my breath, “Can’t they do this on a different day? We have a priest here after all – who the heck is this person?!?” Oh my have … READ MORE…
Did you know you can make your own soft cheeses and yogurt at home? Cassie Lewis recently led the Simpler Living group in a workshop to learn how to do it. The recipes are posted here; they will also be permanently accessible in the Recipes tab at the top of the blog. Ricotta 1 quart … READ MORE…
I attended last weekend’s Progoff Intensive Journal Workshop at St. Paul’s Cathedral and was pleasantly surprised by my exhaustion at the end. Sign of time well spent. We worked it in the Guild Room! Cathedral staff had set up the room so each journaler had her own clean, well-lighted place to work complete with an … READ MORE…