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Last Words From Dean Penny

Hello St. Paul’s,

What do I say about twelve plus years as your Dean? Really, there is nothing left to say except thank you... Click here to read the letter.

Road Closures & Parking

Rock'n'Roll Marathon

Please be aware there is no 8 am service this Sunday, however, if you plan on arriving at the Cathedral early please be aware that this weekend is the Rock'n'Roll marathon. Please plan ahead. Click here to view the Rock & Roll Marathon closures.

Parking this Sunday

• We offer free parking in the 525 Olive Garage (use “Open” cathedral spots, available all Sunday, access on Olive St.)
• Overflow parking available at St. Paul’s Senior Services (accessible on 3rd Ave. between Maple & Nutmeg). Approximately a two-block walk to the cathedral. See last photo.
• Additionally there will be parking at 320 Laurel Street, in the Union Bank parking lot (accessible on 3rd Ave.).

(No 8 am Service)

10:20 am - Sunday School Check-In - In the Great Hall



10:30 am - Choral Eucharist - In the Cathedral or Worship Online

12 pm - Coffee Hour

12:30 - 2:30 pm - Penny's Retirement Party - St. Paul's Senior Services Conference Center (2557 Third Ave)

5 pm - Evensong - In the Cathedral (not live-streamed)

Sunday's Flower Attribution

The flowers are given to the Glory of God and for Dean Penny's 12 years of service and ministry to this community.

Evensong

5 pm, In the Cathedral

Please join us for Choral Evensong on the Feast of Visitation, an evening service shaped by themes of grace, mercy, and quiet devotion.

The service begins with Bogoroditse Devo by Alfred Schnittke, a radiant setting of the Orthodox prayer to the Virgin Mary that opens the liturgy with warmth and reverence. The Responses by John Barnard and Psalm 132 continue this spirit of prayer and blessing, while the Canticles in E-flat by Charles Wood bring richness and dignity to the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis.



At the heart of the service is Ave Maria by Anton Bruckner, a luminous and deeply expressive setting of the beloved Marian text. Framed by hymns of gentleness and invocation, the service concludes in a spirit of peace, contemplation, and hope.

Choral Evensong will be sung by the Cathedral Schola, with Michael Lawrence, organist, under the direction of Seonjeong Park. All are warmly invited.

Noon Eucharist

Friday, May 29, 12 pm, In the Chapel of the Holy Family

A brief and informal celebration of the Eucharist in our intimate Chapel. This service is held weekly on Fridays.

Virtual Organ Recital Rerun

Friday, May 29, 1 pm, Online Only (YouTube)

This week's Organ Recital rerun will be performed by Dr. Emma Whitten. This video originally aired on May 27, 2021.

Please remember this is virtual only. This video will populate at the top of the "Videos" tab of our YouTube channel on Friday at 1 pm.

Dean’s Breakfast at Bread and Cie

Friday, May 29, 8 am, In Person (University Ave, San Diego, CA 92103 )

Join Dean Penny for her final Dean's breakfast at Bread and Cie. Say hello, enjoy a delicious breakfast, ask that question you've been thinking about for so long! All are welcome! Parking is easy and free. 

Chapter Meeting

Tuesday, June 2, 5:30 pm, In the Guild Room

The Cathedral Chapter will meet in person next Tuesday, in the Guild Room. We will share a potluck supper and welcome the Rev. Canon Allisyn Thomas back to the Cathedral as our interim dean. Among the topics to be discussed in the business meeting are the current financial report, a potential change in our staff credit card vendor, and the next steps Chapter needs to take as part of the transition process.

Community Service with the Family Ministry

Saturday, June 6, 8:30 am

St. Paul's Family Ministry is partnering with Groundwork for a community service opportunity on Saturday, June 6th at 8:30am. You're invited to join us plant and weed at Groundwork's 4-acre EarthLab. All ages are welcome! Meet in the parking lot at 1110 Carolina Ln, San Diego. Please email Taylor so we know who to expect: milamsamuelt@stpaulcathedral.org We're looking forward to seeing you there!

Online Summer Course on the Nicene Creed … for Smarties!  Taught by Dr. David Moseley

Class begins Monday, June 8, on Zoom

The Church just celebrated a Big Birthday last year ― the Nicene Creed, promulgated in 325 C.E., is 1,700+1 Years Young!  Weekly, Christians around the world ― including Episcopalians ― recite the words of the Nicene Creed, and these affirmations form the foundational doctrines of Christianity. But what do these ancient articles of faith mean? Do we really know What we’re saying? And do we Mean what we say?   

Please join us as we examine the background to the Nicene Council; the great arguments and controversies about doctrine and belief that split the early church, especially Christology and the Holy Trinity; and the personalities of the combatants at the heart of the debate ― Roman Emperor Constantine, the arch-heretic Arius ... and Athanasius, the champion of orthodoxy. We will also examine the need for the Creed today and identify some of the same old heresies dressed up in brand new clothes.

All classes meet weekly on Mondays via Zoom, 6 – 8 pm, starting June 8. Classes are recorded and can be accessed if you miss. Click here to view the Syllabus.

Please email Dr. David Moseley (drdavidmoseley@gmail.com) to sign up, or for questions regarding scholarships.

Save the Date: Vacation Bible School 

We're so excited to partner with NH United to offer Kids Camp this summer!

• Who: Kids entering TK–5th grade in the upcoming school year
• When: July 27-31 | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM
• Cost: $60 per child (scholarships available, please contact Taylor)

Learn more and register here: Kids Camp 2026 

We also need volunteers for flexible shifts. You can learn more about volunteer opportunities here: Volunteer Sign Up

Please let Taylor know if you plan to join! (milamsamuelt@stpaulcathedral.org)

Outreach Committee

Calling on Good Neighbors

Starting June 7, in response to the impact of the current economy and our baptismal call to be good neighbors, St Paul’s will collect non-perishable food items for our unsheltered neighbors on the first and third Sunday of the months.

Labeled containers can be found next to the Greeters Table in the Queen’s Courtyard. All items must be unopened and not expired. Items include canned fish or meat, nut butters, protein bars, canned beans/veggies/fruit/soup, whole grain crackers, etc.

Before bringing items, please check with Diane first. The items will be taken to a local food bank or to the Diocesan Office. For more information, dianelopezhughes@me.com.

San Diego Philharmonic Concert Volunteers Needed

Want to attend this year’s San Diego Philharmonic Concert for free? This benefit concert, conducted by Diego Guerra, directly supports Comunidad de Luz, in Mexico. Last year the concert raised more than $19k for this women and children’s shelter. This event is not possible without the support of our St. Paul’s community. Hospitality volunteers are needed on Friday August 7 for the dress rehearsal and Saturday, August 8 for the concert. If you are interested or have questions, please email Blair Shamel, subject line “Volunteer for Concert”, at blair.shamel@gmail.com. 

St. Luke's Episcopal Church

Support St. Luke's Youth Pilgrimage to New York

At the 10:30 am service on June 14, several St. Luke's youth will share briefly their hopes for their upcoming pilgrimage to New York City in July. Supported in part by the Pilgrimage Innovation Hub at Point Loma Nazarene, this trip will challenge these young persons to reflect more deeply on their Christian, American, and racial identities. Donations toward this transformational experience are invited and much appreciated! Click here to make a contribution. .

Sacred Ground in Action Initiative:

Protecting Indigenous Land

This past March 13 the legal struggle for the transfer of Chi'chil Bildagoteel ended with the 9th Circuit Court s denial of an Apache Stronghold appeal to prevent land transfer to mega mine developer Resolution Copper. While the current transfer of this sacred site to the San Carlos Apache and other communities will certainly create environmental devastation to the land, there is still time to protect the area adjacent to the proposed development. Rep. Adelita Grijalva’s bill, HR 7957, will work to "prevent mining related activities and infrastructure on public lands."

Please contact your representative (Click Here) to cosponsor and support HR 7957, a bill to protect public lands in the Chi’Chil Bildagotell Historic District in Arizona.

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