We are a congregation of individuals who together form one parish. Do we know who sits in the pew next to us or two rows back? Probably both people we know and ones we don’t. Colin Mathewson has an idea to help us have a better idea of who we are at St. Paul’s. Finding … READ MORE…
To get our newly reconstructed Chapter off on the right foot, a retreat was held this past weekend. Elected Chapter members, Chapter appointees and Cathedral staff gathered Friday evening and all day Saturday at St. Paul Plaza in Chula Vista – the newest senior living facility which was recently built by St. Paul’s Senior Services. … READ MORE…
The death of Antonin Scalia last Saturday almost immediately spawned a political argument about his replacement. The clichéd phrase of his not being cold before the vultures arrived is, like many clichés, exactly apt. During their debate the Republican candidates universally agreed that President Obama ought to forego putting a name before ‘their’ Senate for … READ MORE…
You’re invited to A LITTLE MIRACLE… a Bollywood-themed fundraising event to benefit Karely & all of the Vida Joven children! (Indian cuisine; Indian-style apparel welcomed) Saturday, April 9, 6:30-9:00 p.m. 4626 Barrington Ct. , Bonita CA (outdoor event at private home; ample street parking) Seating is limited to 100 persons. Please purchase your $50 ticket online … READ MORE…
Every month, our Stephen Ministers have continuing education on specific topics related to caring for others in our congregation. On January 23rd, Bev Franco taught our Stephen Ministers about caring for those contemplating, experiencing or having just had a hospitalization. We toured a hospital with a chaplain and learned some practical and important things, such … READ MORE…
Stephen Ministry is the one-to-one lay caring ministry that has been taking place in congregations across the country since 1975. At St. Paul’s Cathedral, under an anonymous grant, we trained nine Stephen Ministers in 2015. These lay caregivers have been providing high-quality, confidential, Christ-centered care to people who are hurting or healing from an event … READ MORE…
On Feb 6th, members of St Paul’s performed a dramatic reading of The Laramie Project: 10 years later , which required several rehearsals. These photos taken during the final rehearsal, the afternoon before the performance.
Our newly compiled Chapter met for the first time (well second but who is counting the Annual Meeting?). It is always humbling to go around the table with introductions, which we do periodically for the benefit of new members or guests. The wealth of knowledge, experience, skills, accomplishments and perspectives cannot be overstated. The ebb … READ MORE…
Kris & Wayne Hatch and Gary Owen Every year, the Dean awards the Bishop Harold Robinson cross to members of the congregation who have made notable contributions to the community. The names of all the recipients can be seen on a plaque by the door into the narthex and awardees receive a handsome silver cross … READ MORE…
As some of you may know, I’m trying to fill Chris Harris’ shoes (big shoes to try to fill), by organizing Ashes to Go. Four years ago when Chris spoke to me about this great event, that was perfect for me, I had to find out more. When he explained to me that we would … READ MORE…