Last Sunday I had the privilege to attend and speak at an event organized by the Roman Catholic Diocese of San Diego, with about 5000 of my closest friends. Held in Balboa Park and entitled “All Are Sacred,” it was on that day to commemorate the World Day of Migrants and Refugees. Standing with migrants … READ MORE…
The well beloved verse from Revelation 21:5, “See, I am making all things new,” pretty much sums up my feelings from Sunday two weeks ago. Traditionally known as “Homecoming Sunday” here at the Cathedral, this Sunday was a bit different from how it has been observed in the past (the Ministry Fair has been moved … READ MORE…
On Monday, September 21 the world marks the International Day of Peace. Coincidentally the date falls within the Season of Creation. How does this time enhance our faith in following Christ in peace as we increase our advocacy for all of God’s good creation? Established by the United Nations in 1981, the purpose of International … READ MORE…
Like many I remember very clearly where I was when I first learned of the planes flying into the World Trade Center’s Twin Towers on September 11, 2001. I was downstairs getting coffee when my husband Skip yelled from upstairs for me to turn on the television immediately. I did just in time to see … READ MORE…
Saint Francis of Assisi, the founder of the Franciscan Order of Friars, was an Italian Catholic friar in the early 13th century whose love for nature and animals became the stuff of legend. From preaching to birds, to talking a wolf out of attacking townspeople, Saint Francis has become recognized as the patron saint of … READ MORE…
Some of you may have seen, read, or heard about the Cathedral lighting up its outside walls in pink in honor and thanksgiving for the life of Dolly Parton, a true embodiment of grace, wisdom, generosity, and humor. Plus, that woman could sing! Dolly died on August 25th and her death touched unknown numbers of … READ MORE…
Theme: Immersion in Living Water, Ezekiel 47:9, 12 The Season of Creation is observed by Christians all over the world as a way to honor and care for God’s creation. Below is what St. Paul’s Cathedral is doing during this season: Sunday, September 6 Sunday, September 13 Saturday, September 19 Sunday, September 20 Sunday, September … READ MORE…
Hi St. Paul’s community, This past weekend, we held our annual Blessing of the Backpacks at the 10:30 am service. It’s always a meaningful way to start the school year as we pray for safety and joy in the new school year. When our kids and parents gathered at the front of the church for … READ MORE…
When Allisyn asked staff to write letters while she was away, I thought I had this. I picked this date because it coincided with my 8-year work anniversary. I had grand ideas about what I would write. I wrote it. It took me a while and ended up being twice as long as most of … READ MORE…
Being grateful and feeling honored to be included in St Paul’s Cathedral community has been a theme in these recent letters and I’ll continue that thread. Many of us have encountered “other duties as assigned” in our employment history or Letter of Agreement. When I first joined the cathedral staff as Canon Verger, I inherited … READ MORE…