Hello St. Paul’s, Since November 16, when Martin Green announced his upcoming departure, I have been focusing on identifying interim music staff to take us through a six month search for the next Canon for Music, starting in January. I am very happy to announce that our organ scholar, Seonjeong Park, will step up as … READ MORE…
Sacred Ground In Action (SGIA) What were once considered sensitive locations – schools, places of worship, courthouses and polling places, hospitals and clinics, and sites for emergency relief – buildings that protect fairness and dignity for individuals and families are now fair game for disruption, chaos, and violence by federal agents. The Protecting Sensitive Locations … READ MORE…
Simpler Living: Creation Care Ministry There was much information to absorb from TEC’s “Climate Action and Beyond COP30″ UN Climate Conference of the Parties, COP 30 that hopefully you’ll click on the link below for a fuller picture. While the Conference was purported to produce “mixed reviews at best,” hope prevailed and some advances were made. Here are … READ MORE…
When you look up towards the altar in a 10:30 service, you’ll see quite a few people. The clergy, of course, and the choir, but if you look a little closer, you’ll see there are several others in various vestments. These are the altar servers, who perform a variety of essential functions to ensure that services proceed in … READ MORE…
Rev. Cn. Richard Hogue Jr. Today we begin a year long journey through the Gospel of Matthew in a three-year cycle of gospel readings, called the lectionary, that we share with a variety of Christians. Matthew’s gospel is the most Jewish of the four, observing Jewish practice, referencing Hebrew scriptures, their interpretation, and in structure. … READ MORE…
Hello St. Paul’s, Happy Thanksgiving! Thanksgiving Day is recognized in the Book of Common Prayer as a major holy day, along with July 4. It offers us an opportunity to be focused in our gratitude to God for all the blessings we enjoy, and so this morning we celebrated the Eucharist, a liturgy whose purpose … READ MORE…
Simpler Living: Creation Care Ministry On November 6, nine Colorado River Indian Tribes members voted to recognize personhood for the namesake river under tribal law. As sustained drought continues, the recognition of this “living entity” highlights the critical importance of water that frames the vast reservation along the California border. Many similar movements to recognize natural … READ MORE…
Sacred Ground In Action (SGIA) Honoring Native History This Week, This Month, and Always Next Thursday, friends and family will gather for annual celebrations of gratitude and togetherness. First Nations Development Institute encourages people “to hold space during this time for healing and acknowledging the rich traditions of Indigenous communities. As Native American Heritage Month continues, and as you … READ MORE…
Penelope Bridges Did today’s Gospel come as a surprise? We don’t usually hear about the crucifixion until Holy Week, but here we are in November, the last Sunday of the lectionary year, and we are thrust into the darkness and tragedy of Good Friday. Why is that? Because today we celebrate the feast of Christ … READ MORE…
Simpler Living: Creation Care Ministry COP30 is winding down, and with our federal government’s abdication from the process much remains to be done by institutions and communities. While concern continues, hope remains for God’s creation. Read or listen to this informative program (Click Here) addressing the proceedings and what climate solutions we might expect in … READ MORE…