Dean Letter: Cathedral Choirs

Dear St. Paul’s family, I recently asked our Canon for Music, Martin Green, to write something about our choirs. Here’s what he wrote; I found it very moving, and I think you will too. If you’ve been around the cathedral for a while you are probably aware that our music program is a special attraction … READ MORE…

Construction Update September 18

Regular Construction Update Reviewed schedule: Queen’s Courtyard ready to begin demo Finishing stairs for thurifer porch and vesting stairwell by clergy lot SDGE releases received but questions about the address they have on the paperwork.  Greystar following up so there are no unexpected delays due to paperwork. Asbestos abatement done on Friday this week or … READ MORE…

The Sunday Sermon: Looking for the Lost

In today’s gospel, Jesus tells a story to two groups: one, to the religious insiders who are grumbling because Jesus is talking to a group of people I will call “the lost,” and two, the taxpayers and sinners, “the lost,” who Jesus is hanging out with despite being unpopular with the religious insiders of his … READ MORE…

The Sunday Sermon: Remembering Lucy Larrabee

Good Morning! I am given two tasks this morning: first to engage the scriptures and second to remember Lucy Larrabee. So let us pray… May the words of my mouth and the meditations of our hearts be acceptable O God in your sight! Choose Life! Once upon a time, about the 7th century in words … READ MORE…

Homecoming Sunday!

Dear St. Paul’s family, It’s Homecoming Sunday!  Welcome home. Every year we designate a Sunday in the fall as homecoming Sunday.  Usually it is homecoming because the summer often brings a different routine. Whether it is vacation, sleeping in, a break from school, finding cool places to avoid the heat, or just the lazy days … READ MORE…

Construction Update September 12

Regular Construction Update Meeting Reviewed schedule: SDGE looks like about 2 weeks left for main package underground. Asbestos abatement started in the Admin building this week. Cox conversion is progressing.  Cored holes on the north side of the workroom wall for entry point. They’ll run the lines once the main electrical is done. Tower bring … READ MORE…

Dean Letter: Pronouns

Dear St. Paul’s family, As we seek to be sensitive to the needs of all our members and visitors, we are always alert for new ways to signal that St. Paul’s is a safe place for everyone, living out our “Welcome All” mission statement. When we installed gender-neutral bathrooms a few years ago, we sent … READ MORE…

Construction Update September 4

Regular Wednesday Construction Update Meeting Site Logistics Plan review: Reviewed pathways and exits for upcoming work. Elevator lobby review of pathway and time frame.  Will likely end by Sept 9th at the latest Sewer lines are in and back filled and electrical is getting trenched.  Everything on is on time. Only possible slow down would be … READ MORE…

The Sunday Sermon: Working for the Kingdom

Last June I visited Durham, England, enjoying a weekend package that a generous parishioner had given me; the weekend included two VIP tickets to a concert in Durham Cathedral, and my sister Jacqueline came with me. Durham is famous for the stunning cathedral and castle that dominate the landscape from the top of a steep … READ MORE…

Dean Letter: Latino Traditions and Festivals

Dear St. Paul’s family, As you know, we are a multicultural congregation, with a Spanish-language ministry. This fall, there are several holidays and occasions of special significance for our Latino parishioners, and all are welcome and invited to attend. On Saturday, September 14, the diocesan Latino/Hispanic Heritage Celebration will take place at St. Philip’s, Lemon … READ MORE…