Video with Bp Christopher
Bishop Christopher Ssenyonjo from Claiming the Blessing on Vimeo. More information about his visit in the post below.
General
Bishop Christopher and the plight of Uganda
Dear Friends: Rev. Richard Bolles, the author of the international bestseller “What Color is Your Parachute?” once said two unforgettable statements to me: “You are living your vocation when everything you have ever done comes into play at this particular moment or on this particular task.” “There are few heroes in the church. When you … READ MORE…
To Kill a Mockingbird: Stage Fever
The Maycomb, Alabama dust settled quickly after the actors and audience left St Paul’s Cathedral chancel last night, closing the third and final performance of To Kill a Mockingbird, a production described as ‘chamber theater’ in which some of the actors read from scripts rather than memorizing the lines of the play which had been … READ MORE…
50th Anniversary–St Paul’s Senior Homes
We know it has been through grace, vision and generous community support that St. Paul’s Senior Homes & Services was created and has thrived for 50 years. For the last five decades we have provided safety, comfort, care and love for the seniors in our communities. We also understand that none of this would have … READ MORE…
To Kill a Mockingbird: putting it together
Last week, nearly 300 people crowded into the chancel area of the cathedral (where the priests usually sit during worship) to view a production of Christopher Sergel’s dramatic adaptation of Harper Lee’s novel, To Kill a Mockingbird. Many commented that they enjoyed the show and wondered how we managed to produce it. So, I thought … READ MORE…
Forum Sunday May 9th: Voices of Witness
The May 9th forum (9am, Guild Room) will present Voices of Witness Africa. In this short film, LGBT Africans tell about discovering their sexuality and about the terrors of coming out to families who are apt to disown them or worse. They talk about their dreams, and their relationship with God. Their straight allies tell … READ MORE…
Top 10 reasons to be an Episcopalian (by Robin Williams)
10. No snake handling. 9. You can believe in dinosaurs. 8. Male and female God created them; male and female we ordain them. 7. You don’t have to check your brains at the door. 6. Pew aerobics. 5. Church year is color-coded. 4. Free wine on Sunday. 3. All of the pageantry – none of … READ MORE…
Chapter Highlights, April Meeting
What is “Chapter” you ask? The Chapter is the governing body of St. Paul’s Cathedral and is responsible for the governance and care of the Cathedral’s building and grounds and finances. Meetings are held monthly and are generally open to all Cathedral members except for occasions when the Chapter must meet in executive session. The … READ MORE…
The Cathedral, the Episcopal Church and Visual Arts
Recently we found the website of Episcopal Church and Visual Arts. The mission of The Episcopal Church and Visual Arts (ECVA) is to encourage artists, individuals, congregations, and scholars to engage the visual arts in the spiritual life of the church. They have online exhibitions, a registry of artists, and other resources. Check it out! … READ MORE…