Reclaiming Sovereignty Through Ancestral Foods

From our Sacred Ground in Action (SGIA) Ministry:  As we consider our society’s traditional “Thanksgiving celebration“ we are reminded that can be a relative expression especially for our Indigenous neighbors.  Filmmaker Sterlin Harjo’s documentary, Gather, chronicles how Native American are reclaiming food sovereignty.  It’s available through iTunes, Netflix, and Amazon.  Click here for the trailer. To find … READ MORE…

Dean’s Letter: Report from Diocesan Convention (2023)

Hello St. Paul’s, Last weekend, as you may know, we hosted the 50th annual Diocesan Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of San Diego. The event spanned two days, involved business meetings, a Eucharist and a dinner each accommodating close to 300 people, and was acclaimed as a great success all round. Our staff worked extremely … READ MORE…

Needs are Great at the Border

There is so much going on in the world, and the first question that comes to mind and heart is “How can I help?” And so much is going on right in our own backyard as well. Can we look over our neighbor’s “fence,” asking that same question? EDSD Migration Missioner Robert Vivar is at … READ MORE…

Bryan Verhoye, Solo Piano Recital (Great Hall Concert Series) 11/18/23

Local well-known concert pianist Bryan Verhoye will present a thrilling program of solo piano music on the Cathedral’s recently restored Steinway grand piano on November 18, 2023 at 5 pm. Program highlights include works by Scarlatti, Beethoven, Chopin, Rachmaninoff and Ginastera’s epic Sonata No 1 for piano. Suggested donation: $20 ($5 Students) Click here to … READ MORE…

You Can’t Know What You Don’t Know

From St. Paul’s Sacred Ground in Action Ministry November is Native American Heritage Month.  Like any other culturally-themed month, it’s really meant to be remind us to learn more and reach out. Of course, we can do that any day of the year! (another reminder.) In recognition of Native American Heritage month, St Paul’s will … READ MORE…

Letter from Kate: Youth Formation & The Beginning of Advent

Dear St. Paul’s Family, Sunday marks the start of Advent, the beginning of the church year, and a time of preparation and expectation as we anticipate the celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ. It provides a season for us to empty ourselves of past experiences and preconceived notions and embrace faith over certitude as … READ MORE…

Alternative Gift Expo 2023

This year’s Alternative Gift Expo (AGE) will be held on Sunday, December 10, 9 am – 2 pm in St. Paul’s Great Hall (2728 Sixth Ave., San Diego, CA 92103). Please note entrance is on Fifth Ave. What is the Alternative Gift Expo (AGE)? The Alternative Gift Expo is our way of intentionally supporting fair … READ MORE…

Two Voices for Creation

From St. Paul’s Simpler Living Creation Care Ministry: In the lead up to the upcoming 2023 UN Climate Conference in December, Archbishop Justin Welby shared these words:  “….From different corners of the world, the stories are – quite literally – flooding in of the consequences of the the abuse of our planet – consequences that … READ MORE…

Letter from Jairus & Betsey: Pledges & Our Budget

The Cathedral’s financial report reflects our collective stewardship of our shared resources to carry out the mission to which God has called us. The chart below shows the sources of income that comprise our annual budget. Pledges are the largest source of annual income for the cathedral and provide for over half of the budget … READ MORE…