From St. Paul’s Sacred Ground in Action Ministry: This Lent, two of St Paul’s Adult Formation book studies – The Nonviolent God by J. Denny Weaver, led by Rev. Carol Worthing; and So That We and Our Children May Live by Sarah Augustine and Sheri Hostetler, led by Simpler Living and Creation Care Community members and friends – offered … READ MORE…
From Sacred Ground in Action (SGIA) Ministry: In this season of Lent, we have an opportunity to share Christ’s love through action. Our EDSD Migration Ministry offers many opportunities to be that hands and feet – and heart – of Christ (Click Here). Last week a few Cathedral volunteers prepared 100 paper bag meals for … READ MORE…
From St. Paul’s Sacred Ground in Action Ministry: While federal legislation on reparations of Black Americans has stalled in Congress for decades, communities across the country – including church communities – have found ways to start this important way forward. In this chaotic time of governance, these may be the only way for our Black … READ MORE…
From St. Paul’s Sacred Ground in Action (SGIA) Ministry: While we certainly don’t live by bread alone, it’s fascinating to explore the cultural history of cuisine that enriches our nation’s experience. Raw food is a gift from God, and the finished product a gift from our neighbors. This Yes! Magazine encore article offers a glimpse … READ MORE…
From St. Paul’s Sacred Ground in Action (SGIA) Ministry: These offerings represent only the current tip of the iceberg delving into the historical richness of Black American cultural and tradition. As many have said, Black history IS American History! Through a musical lens, Henry Louis Gates Jr. hosted this deeply powerful history of Gospel in … READ MORE…
From St. Paul’s Sacred Ground in Action (SGIA) Ministry: These ideas for white people who want to celebrate Black History month can deepen awareness and ignite a desire to accompany our Black siblings for meaningful change: Read more at Yesmagazine.org. And here is a virtual event that highlights the intersectionality of racial and environmental justice. … READ MORE…
From St. Paul’s Sacred Ground in Action (SGIA) Ministry: While we await the re-gathering of our regular SGIA meetings at the Cathedral, here is an example of an EDSD Sacred Ground group that has also found a way to continue the community they formed after their ten-month series. The group comprised of folks from Christ … READ MORE…
From St. Paul’s Sacred Ground in Action (SGIA) Committee: As we continue to think about the hope advanced through the life of Dr King, we need to remember that we are far from the end of the arc that bends towards justice. The Barber of Little Rock offers an excellent and moving reminder. Watch the entire film on … READ MORE…
From St. Paul’s Sacred Ground in Action Committee: God gifts the world with many saints, some walking in our midst! At the right time in the right place in our troubled history, Dr King was one of those saints. We have so much to thank him for, and there is so much of his work … READ MORE…
From St. Paul’s Sacred Ground in Action (SGIA) Ministry: As we celebrate the birth of Jesus in our Christian tradition, our faith calls us to spread the light of love to everyone. In these days when we hear words that divide us, the story of the Holy family reminds us that we are neighbors, all … READ MORE…