The New Cathedral Garden

I want to thank everyone who helped out on my Eagle Scout project to replace the garden of grass and other plants at St. Paul’s along Nutmeg St. and 6th Avenue into a drought tolerant garden. The project had some challenges but overall went well. It was very satisfying to get all the work done … READ MORE…

Farewell to Scott and Mary (video)

 Dear Friends in Christ, Wise observers have noted that the two deepest needs human beings have are to be seen and appreciated. Mary and I leave Saint Paul’s with a deep sense of fulfillment in this regard.  We had a wonderful concluding weekend – a fun party on Saturday and moving worship on Sunday – … READ MORE…

Vote for this video with local Servicemembers.

SPC member Jasper Kump told us a while back about The Military Acceptance Project which works to help servicemembers who feel marginalized in their community.  Now is your chance to help: When the White House called for a compelling video that spotlights everyday, unsung heroes in the LGBT community who are creating positive change in the lives … READ MORE…

A week in the life of Bishop Mathes

Do you ever wonder what a bishop does? We asked our Bishop James Mathes to describe an average week in his life, and he kindly sent us this description: On Sunday mornings, I spend time with a different congregation each week. These visitations are a great source of joy for me. They are a time … READ MORE…

They also serve

There was a time, perhaps twenty or so years ago, that I thought of going up for holy orders in the Episcopal Church. Filled with zeal for the altar, for celebrating the Eucharist, for all that being a priest entails appealed to me back then. But I was not encouraged to do so because of … READ MORE…

Come meet SF Pride Grand Marshall, Bp Chrisopher Senyonjo!

Bishop Christopher Senyonjo is stopping by in San Diego to greet his friends en route with Canon Albert Ogle to the San Francisco Pride celebrations, where Bishop Christopher will be Grand Marshall. Their winning theme “Global Equality” was adopted by the San Francisco Pride Board following a community wide selection from 30 suggested themes. Parishioners … READ MORE…

Meet our New Time & Talent Coordinator!

Vicki Hoppenrath recently joined the volunteer staff at St. Paul’s Cathedral as our new Time & Talent Coordinator.  Her ministry will be focused on helping people find ways to put their time and talents to work both here at St. Paul’s, in the community and the world.   Do you want to get connected to … READ MORE…

Back in the day….Being Green

Scott Richardson forwards this to us: Checking out at the store, the young cashier suggested to the older woman, that she should bring her own grocery bags because plastic bags weren’t good for the environment. The woman apologized and explained, “We didn’t have this green thing back in my earlier days.” The young clerk responded, … READ MORE…