Rev. Cn. Richard Hogue When I started my writing process with the passages of Scripture that we’ve heard this morning, I was saddened by the content. I thought to myself: “Not only do I have to kick off a pledge campaign where we are asking people to give their money, but now we get a … READ MORE…
From the Simpler Living creation care ministry: Yes, we know, Blessing of the Animals was last week! Yet it’s never too late to consider how we treat our animal companions when it comes to Caring for Creation. For more on eco-conscious pet care visit greenamerica.org. Even our pets can join us on the path to … READ MORE…
From Our Sacred Ground in Action (SGIA) ministries: It’s a welcome change to see the celebration of Indigenous People’s Day – this land wasn’t “discovered” by anyone – as well as recognition in month-long Awareness Weeks (with Hispanic American Heritage Month ending on October 15 and many others). Then the question is: with what spirit do we … READ MORE…
Many of us like to sleep in a little on Sunday morning, leisurely drink a tea or coffee and maybe read a little news. Not the 8 o’clock altar guild (or sacristan) team. Those assigned for the early service will be at the door of the cathedral ready to work by 7 am. The team, … READ MORE…
St. Paul’s opens its Great Hall concert series this fall with a delightful performance by soprano Angelina Réaux, and baritone Michael Sokol singing “Songs for a Saturday”. This program includes some of musical theatre’s loveliest love songs and duets, songs from the American Songbook and songs from composers such as Poulenc, Ravel, Bernstein, Sondheim, and … READ MORE…
Penelope Bridges Today we celebrate the life and legacy of one of our most beloved saints, Francis of Assisi. Even though he lived over 800 years ago, we know quite a lot about his life. He lived from c.1181-1215 in central Italy. His family was wealthy, middle-class, merchants of fine textiles. As a teenager Francis … READ MORE…
Dear St. Paul’s family, Some time in the next few days you will find a letter in your mailbox from me, inviting you to make a financial pledge to St. Paul’s Cathedral, for the support of our operating budget in 2024. I will get a copy of the letter too, even though I wrote it, … READ MORE…
From Our Cathedral Simpler Living Creation Care and Sacred Ground in Action (SGIA) ministries: Sometimes we are blessed with a serendipitous opportunity: in this instance we can act in solidarity with our indigenous sisters and brothers by supporting an ecosystem they have creatively stewarded for many centuries. The Chumash (pronounced Shoo – maa- sh) Heritage National Marine … READ MORE…
Dear Members and Friends of St. Paul’s Cathedral: Once again, our recent “Homecoming” Ministry Fair spoke to the generosity of our members at the Cathedral to Love Christ, Serve Others, and Welcome All. We are truly blessed with a congregation inspired by the Holy Spirit to care deeply for one another, those in need, the … READ MORE…
From St. Paul’s Simpler Living Creation Care Ministry: As we approach the end of the Season of Creation, with October 8th’s Blessing of the Animals, please consider these additional creation focused offerings. This Saturday: Join Fr. Brian Petersen in his Season of Creation Chaparral Chapel walk September 30 at the San Diego Bay National Wildlife Refuge … READ MORE…