Vision for Mission (5) : Cathedral for the City

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: Worship, … READ MORE…

Saying “I Do” on Sunday Morning

St. Paul’s has the honor of hosting two marriage ceremonies this weekend. It’s not unusual for us to host weddings, of course, but we don’t usually accommodate more than one, mainly because a wedding party generally needs pretty much all of Saturday for the preparations, photography, ceremony, and greetings following the service. However, this weekend, … READ MORE…

Vision for Mision (4): Community

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: Worship, … READ MORE…

The Vision for Mission (3): Formation

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: Worship, … READ MORE…

The Vision for Mission (2): Music and Arts

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: Worship, … READ MORE…

The Viision for Mission (1) : Worship

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…

Casting asperges? A photo blog

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…

Pride 2015

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  

What is the Pastoral Counseling Center?

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…