Sunday evening at Evensong, I was installed (sort of sounds like a kitchen appliance) as a verger at St. Paul’s Cathedral. I am deeply honored at being asked to join this august group of worker bees who keep the services humming at the cathedral. The ceremony promised to be brief during which I switched from … READ MORE…
What does it take to bring the rhythms of a complex liturgy alive at St Paul’s Cathedral? On Easter, the Cathedral opened its doors to hundreds of additional worshipers to celebrate the Resurrection. The Easter Vigil is one of the biggest services of the year. This photo essay shows you a bit of what happened … READ MORE…
Congratulations to Colin, Laurel, and Mike, ordained to the transitional diaconate yesterday!
Most of us know plenty about climate change and sometimes all the mounting evidence—extreme weather events, melting polar caps, fires across the West—and the lack of major government action can be depressing. However, these events and the discussion they are engendering (Mike Bloomberg’s “It’s the climate, stupid!” comes readily to mind) are having a real … READ MORE…
I see magic is starting to happen for our St Paul’s youth and it is so much fun! It is happening in Godly Play and I know it is there when I hear parents telling me that their son can’t wait to get to church so he can play with his Godly Play buddies after … READ MORE…
We’re starting a new series to introduce the “retired” clergy who serve St Paul’s in so many different roles. This biography of the Rev. Canon Joan Ford comes in part from a profile written by Phil Darby. Canon Ford arrived in San Diego some 14 years ago, from Northern California by way of London, … READ MORE…
From a 14th century Nottingham alabaster relief. From Wikipedia.
Antonio Ciseri’s (1821-1891) depiction of Pontius Pilate presenting a scourged Christ to the people Ecce homo! (Behold the man!). From Wikipedia.
