Homelessness is a growing phenomenon in America. It takes many forms: There are bankruptcies, foreclosures and short-sales.Banks collect homes when the unemployed default on their mortgage payments.Some people are homeless because of natural disasters like Haiti and Japan.Some are homeless and without kin, who are called orphans.Others are homeless due to revolutions and wars…the Palestinians … READ MORE…
For the hurt of my poor people I am hurt, I mourn, and dismay has taken hold of me. (Jeremiah 8.21) “The coyote left me alone, abandoned,” said the young man from Central America. “I was lost for four days in the Arizona desert. But God helped me find the highway. I knelt down in … READ MORE…
You know when you discover something magical, something that really sings to your soul, and you want to wrap it up and bring it home? I felt that way at Mt. Calvary in Santa Barbara listening to Lauds. I attend Good Samaritan Episcopal up in UTC, but when I heard St. Paul’s was having a … READ MORE…
One of the things I do in my admittedly lazy retirement (besides volunteer work for St. Paul’s and occasional pro bono consulting) is the writing of hymntext – new verse for beloved Anglican tunes. My “Hymn For Jubilee,” written for the Jubilee Year 2000, received commendation from the Queen of England and the Archbishop of … READ MORE…
Recently, several of my Facebook friends found their facebook accounts highjacked and advertising posted under their names. It’s a useful reminder that for all the benefits of on-line life, it’s still a bit of a free-for-all, and there are nefarious characters trying to con you! These risks can be managed with a little bit of … READ MORE…
From the Governor’s office: WHEREAS, a devastating 9.0 earthquake struck northern Japan on March 11, 2011, also generating a tsunami which took thousands of lives and severely damaged nuclear facilities; and WHEREAS, the people of Japan stand shoulder to shoulder with the people of the United States as strong allies; and WHEREAS, the history of … READ MORE…
Did you go to Diocesan Convention (Feb11-12 2011)? What’s it about? Jill Sanford shares some reasons for going, and thoughts on having been. Sandra Lawrensen and I were elected to be delegates from the Cathedral to this convention so our attendance was not optional. Other years we have gone voluntarily and here are some of … READ MORE…
On October 2, 2004 Jessica and I were happily married at St. Paul’s Cathedral by our friend Scott Richardson. We began to attend St. Paul’s regularly for a good while after that – drawn in by the inclusive warmth of a group of believers that not only professed to welcome you no matter where you … READ MORE…
This letter has been sent to the editor of the Union Tribune: Interfaith leaders met recently at the Islamic Center San Diego to stand against the congressional hearings underway, led by Rep. Peter King (R., NY), that focus on the Muslim community’s unwillingness to cooperate with law enforcement officials. Evidence was provided that thoroughly debunked … READ MORE…
A devastating 8.9 earthquake and tsunami have hit Japan. Hundreds are known dead, there are serious fires, and a nuclear reactor is in danger. Keep them in your prayers.