In the fall of 2014 Chapter commissioned a diverse group of parishioners to develop a five year strategic plan for the Cathedral. We decided to call it the Vision for Mission or V4M. Energized by the mission statement, “Love Christ, Serve Others, Welcome All”, we are creating objectives and strategic actions under six goal areas: … READ MORE…
Good Evening …it is my deep honor to have been asked to speak tonight … These are indeed historic times for our great nation and all Americans …. The confederate flag is coming town in many southern states and the white house for the first time was lit up with the colors, of the LGBT … READ MORE…
Frm Wikipedia Asperges me hyssopo, et mundabor; lavabis me, et super nivem dealbabor…. These words from Psalm 50 are translated as Thou wilt sprinkle me, O Lord, with hyssop and I shall be cleansed; Thou wilt wash me, and I shall be washed whiter than snow….. This phrase is the source of the name of … READ MORE…
We got record breaking rainfall during the Pride celebration, answering the prayers of California firefighters. What’s a little downpour for a good cause? See all the photos (available for download) here: https://www.flickr.com/photos/stpaulscathedral/sets/72157656027891636
One of the best kept secrets at St. Paul’s Cathedral is The Pastoral Counseling Center of San Diego which sits just below the main offices facing the Olive St. parking lot. It’s an unassuming office with no signage but it is a vital part of a holistic pastoral care program that St. Paul’s offers not … READ MORE…
We lit up the Cathedral last night to kick off Pride week! The story was picked up by CBS-8 news. Dean Penny received many commendations, including from Councilmember Todd Gloria. The Imperial Court and others were also very generous, with substantial donations to Showers of Blessings (our homeless outreach project). More photos are here.
As many of you know, in addition to serving at Canon for Congregational Development at the Cathedral, I have a kind of parallel life as a seminarian at The School for Ministry where I will be entering my third and final year this fall. (Want to join me and other members of the Cathedral for … READ MORE…
Overnight the Great Hall was transformed from meeting space to sacred place dedicated to the craft of Byzantine iconography. For five days, from morning to evening, 21 students set aside their jobs, their errands and their iPhones, and dedicated their time and attention to their chosen icons under the tutelage of iconographer Teresa Harrison. Icon … READ MORE…
The Fall “Then the Lord God said, ‘See, the man has become like one of us, knowing good and evil…’” – Genesis 3:22 It began with an act of disobedience. The man, now no longer innocent, knows the difference between good and evil and can exalt his ego by an exercise of will, by making … READ MORE…
While I’ve only been volunteering with the Doors of Change program for about a month, it has already been such an honor and a pleasure to be involved. These homeless youth have many needs. But for me, volunteering with the youth is so much more than meeting a practical need. It’s more than about confronting … READ MORE…