Cathedral News
Next at The Forum: Journalist and Author Richard Rodriguez, Jan. 4
Richard Rodriguez, a Peabody award-winning journalist and author of Brown: The Last Discovery of America, will talk with Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, at The Forum on Sun., Jan. 4.
See The Hunchback of Notre Dame at Grace Cathedral, New Year’s Eve
Ring in the New Year –- literally –- with a screening of the 1920s classic silent film The Hunchback of Notre Dame, featuring Lon Chaney.
“Wounded in America” Exhibit Opens Jan. 13
“Wounded in America” is an exhibit that documents, through photographs and personal accounts, the stories of Americans who are survivors of gun violence. The exhibit will be on display in Grace Cathedral’s Nave, from Jan. 13 – March 27.
Grace Cathedral to Host a Prayer Service for the President-Elect, Jan. 19
On Mon., Jan. 19, 5 p.m., the San Francisco Interfaith Council will sponsor an Inauguration Eve prayer service at Grace Cathedral to honor Barack Obama.
Calendar Update: Fighting Goliath Film Screening, Feb. 1
Fighting Goliath: Texas Coal Wars, a film that follows the story of Texans fighting a high-stakes battle for clean air, will be shown at Grace Cathedral on Sun., Feb. 1, 1 p.m. The film was originally scheduled to be shown on Sun., Jan. 4.
Christmas Services at Grace Cathedral, Dec. 24 and Dec. 25
Celebrate the coming of the Christ child among us at one of six Christmas services at Grace Cathedral on Wed., Dec. 24 and Thurs., Dec. 25.
What You Missed at The Forum: Dustin Lance Black, Screenwriter and Executive Producer of Milk, Dec. 14
Hollywood screenwriter Dustin Lance Black, whose latest film, Milk, has scored critical success, spoke with Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, at The Forum on Sun., Dec. 14.
See “A Cathedral Christmas” and Other Holiday Offerings Now Through Dec. 31
With Christmas just over a week away, you still have time to celebrate the season by attending one or more of Grace Cathedral’s many special concerts, a Messiaen organ recital and a silent film classic, now through Wednesday, Dec. 31.
Learn More about “Wounded in America” Online
“Wounded in American” documents the stories of Americans who are survivors of gun violence, through photographs and personal accounts. The exhibit will be on display in Grace Cathedral’s Nave, from Jan. 13 – March 27.
What You Missed at The Forum: Policy Analyst and Author Dinesh D'Souza, Dec. 7
Dinesh D'Souza, named by The New York Times magazine as one of America's most influential conservative thinkers, spoke with Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, at The Forum on Sun., Dec. 7, 9:30 a.m.
Looking Ahead: Special Guests, including Alan Jones, at The Forum, Jan. 2009
Four special guests, including our dean, Alan Jones, grace The Forum next month.
Make it Unforgettable (Give the Gift of Grace)
What is the right gift to give? And what would the recipient like? It's always a dilemma. This Christmas, give a donation to Grace Cathedral in honor of another person.
Mark Stanger Contributes to Feasting on the Word, a Commentary on the Sunday Lectionary
The Rev. Cn. Mark Stanger contributed to the newest volume of Feasting on the Word: Preaching the Revised Common Lectionary, a twelve-volume commentary on the Sunday lectionary now in publication by Westminster John Knox Press.
Former Forum Guest Richard Cizik Recently on NPR’s Fresh Air
Richard Cizik, a conservative Christian and vice president for governmental affairs of the National Association of Evangelicals, who spoke with Alan Jones at The Forum on April 15, 2007, talked with Fresh Air host Terry Gross about God and global warming on Dec. 2
Alan Jones to be Honored by the University of San Francisco, Dec. 19
Recognizing Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, for his “eloquent proclamation of the word in and out of season,” the University of San Francisco will bestow on him the degree of Doctor of Humane Letters at the institution’s commencement on Dec. 19.
A Tribute to Kermit Boston Ran in the San Francisco Chronicle, Dec. 1
Kermit Boston’s life and accomplishments were featured in the San Francisco Chronicle on Mon., Dec. 1.
Next at The Forum: Policy Analyst and Author Dinesh D'Souza, Dec. 7
Dinesh D'Souza, named by The New York Times magazine as one of America's most influential conservative thinkers, will be our guest at The Forum on Sun., Dec. 7, 9:30 a.m.
Former Forum Guest Kerry Yo Nakagawa’s Film to be Shown at UC Berkeley
American Pastime, a film on baseball in the WWII Japanese American internment camps, will be shown on Sun., Dec. 7, at the Berkeley Art Museum Theatre, as a part of the university’s “US-Japan Baseball: History and Prospects” program.
Raves and Faves -- Love Actually, Dec. 9
Join us for a viewing and discussion of popular films, hosted by congregant Jason LeRoy, who is a writer and long-time student of popular culture.
Special Evensong, Dec. 11, Includes Dedication of New Tabernacle
On Thurs., Dec. 11, Evensong will include the dedication of a new tabernacle (a place for reservation of the Blessed Sacrament between services).
Reception Celebrating New Gallery 1055 Exhibit, Dec. 11
Gallery 1055 will host a reception to welcome "Ethiopia Calling," a new photo exhibit that documents the Ethiopian Church, on Thurs., Dec. 11, 6 p.m.
Remembering Grace Cathedral Trustee and Long-time Congregant Kermit Boston
Kermit Boston, a much beloved member of the Grace Cathedral community, died unexpectedly on Sun., Nov. 23.
Upcoming Forum Guest, Screenwriter Dustin Lance Black, Interviewed on NPR’s Fresh Air, Nov. 20
Fresh Air host Terry Gross spoke with Dustin Lance Black, executive producer and screenwriter for the new movie, Milk. Dustin will be our guest at The Forum on Dec. 14, 9:30 a.m.
Former Forum Guest Richard Rodriguez Interviewed in Salon.com
Author Richard Rodriguez tells salon.com that the real issues behind California’s recently passed Proposition 8 were rooted in some churches’ fear about the breakdown of the traditional heterosexual family, and the shifting role of women in society and the church itself.
“Our First Field Trip” – The Community Preschool Hears “Horton” at Macy’s
On Nov. 21, ten youngsters from Grace Cathedral’s Community Preschool, with their teachers and parents, boarded the Powell Street cable car and traveled to Macy’s at Union Square for a special reading of Dr. Seuss’ classic, “Horton Hears a Who.”
TWO MORE DAYS! Thanksgiving Week Winter Interfaith Shelter Feeding Program Needs Volunteers, Through Nov. 28
Grace Cathedral will be serving dinner to the homeless of San Francisco this week, through Nov. 28, at Trinity Episcopal Church, as part of the San Francisco Interfaith Winter Shelter Program.
San Francisco Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, Nov. 27
Each year, on Thanksgiving day, the San Francisco Interfaith Council sponsors the city’s only Interfaith Thanksgiving Day Prayer Service.
Upcoming Forum Guest, Screenwriter Dustin Lance Black, on NPR’s Fresh Air, Nov. 20
Dustin Lance Black will discuss his new movie, Milk, with Fresh Air host Terry Gross on Thurs., Nov. 20.
Charter of Compassion – A Call for a Global Interfaith Dialogue
In February 2008, Karen Armstrong, the British author of numerous works on comparative religion, called for a council of Christian, Muslim and Jewish leaders to draw up a “Charter of Compassion,” which would apply shared moral priorities to foster greater global understanding.
Alan Jones and Dr. Kevin Padian in Conversation at Evolve ’09, Nov. 22
Next year, 2009, marks the 200th anniversary of Charles Darwin’s birth. To celebrate this milestone, the city of San Francisco is hosting Evolve ’09, featuring a conversation between UC Berkeley evolutionary biologist Kevin Padian and Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral.
Grace Cathedral Hosts Town Hall Meeting to Discuss Prop 8, Nov. 23
On Sun., Nov. 23, 1 p.m., all are welcome to attend a Town Hall-style meeting at Grace Cathedral to discuss Proposition 8, a measure approved by California voters last week.
What You Missed at The Forum: The Most Rev. Dr. Peter Carnley, Nov. 9
On Sun., Nov. 9, Dr. Peter Carnley, the Archbishop of Perth, Australia from 1981 to 2005 and Primate of the Anglican Church of Australia from 2000 until mid-2005, spoke with Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, at The Forum.
Nationally Renowned Linguist Geoffrey Nunberg at The Forum, Nov. 16
UC Berkeley professor, frequent NPR contributor and well known linguist Geoffrey Nunberg will speak with Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, at The Forum on Sun., Nov. 16, 9:30 a.m.
Heidi Zuhl Elected President of PRSA-SF
Grace Cathedral's Manager of Public and Media Relations, Heidi Zuhl, will lead the San Francisco Bay Area Chapter of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) as it celebrates its 60th anniversary in 2009.
Former Forum Guest David Thomson Appeared on KQED’s Forum, Nov. 4
David Thomson, film critic and historian, appeared on KQED-FM’s Forum on Tues., Nov. 4.
Deepak Chopra Speaks at Grace Cathedral, Nov. 20
On Thurs., Nov. 20, Deepak Chopra, the preeminent teacher of Eastern philosophy and New York Times best-selling author, will give a talk and sign books at Grace Cathedral.
What You Missed at The Forum: Elisabeth Semel, Director of the Death Penalty Clinic at UC Berkeley, Nov. 2
On Sun., Nov. 2, Elisabeth Semel, Director of the Death Penalty Clinic at UC Berkeley, spoke with Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, at The Forum.
Requiem Mass for All Souls’, Nov. 9
On Sun., Nov. 9, 11 a.m., our Choir of Men and Boys, joined by soloists and orchestra, will perform the beloved Mozart Requiem.
Inauguration Eve Candlelight Vigil Planned at Grace Cathedral, Jan. 19
The Grace Cathedral community will come together for a candlelight vigil on inauguration eve, Mon., Jan 19, 5 p.m., to pray for our new president, Barack Obama, his new administration and our nation.
Congregant Rachel Howard Pens Essay for O – The Oprah Magazine, Oct. 2008 edition
Rachel Howard, a member of Grace Cathedral’s congregation and the dance correspondent for the San Francisco Chronicle, has an essay published in the current edition of O – The Oprah Magazine.
What You Missed at The Forum: California Academy of Science’s Gregory Farrington, Oct. 26
On Sun., Oct. 26, Gregory Farrington, executive director of the California Academy of Sciences, spoke with the Rev. Cn. Mark Stanger, at The Forum.
Alan Jones Preached at National Cathedral, Oct. 26
Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, preached at Washington National Cathedral’s 11:15 a.m. Eucharist as a part of its special centennial guest preaching program, Celebration of American Preaching.
Former Forum Guest Wayne Pacelle Profiled in the New York Times
Wayne Pacelle, CEO of the Humane Society of the U.S., was profiled in the New York Times Sunday magazine, Oct. 26.
Upcoming Forum Guest Geoff Nunberg on NPR’s Fresh Air
UC Berkeley linguist Geoff Nunberg, who will be our guest at The Forum on Nov. 16, shares insights into the term “socialist,” which is rarely used in modern U.S. campaigns, and yet the McCain campaign has recently applied to Sen. Obama.
Community Organizing 101, Nov. 1
On Sat., Nov. 1, 9 a.m., the entire cathedral community is invited to attend Community Organizing 101, a three-hour workshop that explores the tools of congregation-based community organizing.
World Premiere of Milk Held in San Francisco, Oct. 28
Gus Van Sant's new film, Milk, about the life of the late San Francisco supervisor and gay rights activist Harvey Milk, debuted on Tues., Oct. 28 at the Castro Theater in San Francisco.
What You Missed at The Forum: Bonnie Anderson, President of the Episcopal House of Deputies, Oct. 19
Bonnie Anderson, president of the House of Deputies, spoke with Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral at The Forum on Sun., Oct. 19.
Stand in Solidarity with Troy Davis, Oct. 27
Troy Davis is scheduled to be executed on Mon., Oct. 27 at 4 p.m. Pacific for the murder of police officer Mark MacPhail in Georgia. San Franciscans are asked to show their support of Davis at a rally schedule for 3 p.m. that day at the Federal Building, 450 Golden Gate Ave, in San Francisco’s Civic Center.
Upcoming Educational Opportunities
A New Thing*, an eight-week course about God, Jesus, the Bible, prayer, suffering and things that matter, began on Mon., Sept. 15.
Over 70½ and Love Grace Cathedral? The New IRA Gift Law May Help You
Age has its privileges especially if you like to make charitable gifts.
Where’s Alan?
On Sun., Oct. 26, Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, will preach at Washington National Cathedral’s 11:15 a.m. Eucharist as a part of its special centennial guest preaching program, Celebration of American Preaching.
Voices of America’s Future Concert, Oct. 26
Five top Bay Area youth choirs, including boy choristers from Grace Cathedral’s Choir of Men and Boys, will perform on Sun., Oct. 26, 3 p.m.
Opportunity to See “Dorothy Day” Movie and Meet its Filmmaker, Oct. 28
A screening of Dorothy Day: Don't Call Me a Saint and discussion with filmmaker Claudia Larsen will take place on Tues., Oct. 28, 6 p.m.
Will Scott Speaks on Faith and Spirituality in LGBTQ Communities, Oct. 29
The Rev. Will Scott, associate pastor at Grace Cathedral, is one of four individuals, each representing a different faith community, tapped to speak on a panel addressing "Faith and Spirituality in LGBTQ Communities," on Wed., Oct. 29 at the Commonwealth Club in San Francisco.
What You Missed at The Forum: David Talbot, Author and Founder of Salon.com, Oct. 12
David Talbot, a journalist and author, was our guest at The Forum on Sun., Oct. 12.
Bishop Steven Pens an Article about the Genesis Covenant for Earth News
The Rt. Rev. Steven Charleston, Assistant Bishop and Ethnic and Multicultural Minister for the Diocese of California, recently wrote, "What Can I Do?", an essay about the Genesis Covenant.
Former Forum Guest Michael Pollan Writes in the New York Times, Oct. 12
Journalist Michael Pollan, author of In Defense of Food, wrote an open letter to the next U.S. president, "Farmer in Chief," which ran in the New York Times magazine, Oct. 12.
What You Missed at The Forum: Wayne Pacelle, CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, Oct. 5
Honoring the Feast of St. Francis, The Forum welcomed Wayne Pacelle of the Humane Society of the United States.
Grace Cathedral Screens Occupation 101, a Film About the Israeli-Palestinian Conflict, Oct. 12
On Sun., Oct. 12, 12:45 p.m., Grace Cathedral will screen Occupation 101, a comprehensive analysis of the facts and hidden truths surrounding the never ending controversy of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.
Grace Cathedral Launches New Space Rental Website
Grace Cathedral announces the launch of www.spaceatgrace.com.
Katharine Jefferts Schori Interviewed on NPR’s Fresh Air
The Most Rev. Katharine Jefferts Schori spoke with Fresh Air host Terry Gross on Mon., Oct. 6.
What You Missed at The Forum: U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, Sept. 28
On Sun., Sept. 28, The Forum welcomed U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, who was appointed to the nation’s high court in 1981 by President Reagan and served until her retirement in 2005.
Feast of St. Francis, Oct. 5, at Grace Cathedral
This Sunday, Oct. 5, Wayne Pacelle, CEO of the Humane Society of the United States, will be our guest at The Forum in conversation with Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral.
Salon.com Founder David Talbot at The Forum, Oct. 12
Journalist, author and founder of salon.com David Talbot will be our guest on Sun., Oct. 12.
Home Equity Seminar, Oct. 4, Has Been Cancelled
A seminar arranged by Grace Cathedral’s Planned Giving Working on Sat., Oct. 4 (“In a Gold Mine without a Pick”) has been cancelled.
Litquake, Oct. 7
Al Young, California Poet Laureate, and Kay Ryan, U.S. Poet Laureate, are two poets participating at Litquake: A Sacred and Profane Poetry Reading, Tues., Oct. 7, 6 p.m. at Grace Cathedral.
Special Announcement: Parking Update for Michaelmas Sunday, Sept. 28
The Masonic Garage, across the street from Grace Cathedral, will be closed to this Sun., Sept. 28 because of the Masons’ annual convention.
Outdoor Eucharist and Bird Watching Expedition on Crissy Field, St. Francis Day, Oct. 5
The Stewardship of Creation committee is having its annual outdoor Eucharist at Crissy Field, in the Presidio, on St. Francis Day, Sun., Oct. 5.
Community Preschool, Grace Cathedral Opened on Sept. 24
The Community Preschool, Grace Cathedral had its grand opening day on Wed., Sept. 24.
A Maasai Warrior from Kenya Visits Grace Cathedral, Sept. 27
On Sat., Sept. 27, cultural ambassador and Maasai Warrior Sabore Ole Oiye will guide children and adults through the ancient ways of his semi-nomadic people.
Join the Grace Cathedral Team in the Episcopal Charities Walk-a-thon, Oct. 11
Episcopal Charities hosts its annual walk-a-thon on Sat., Oct. 11.
ESPN Classic to Air a Film by Former Forum Guest Kerry Yo Nakagawa, Sept. 26
"American Pastime," an award-winning movie detailing the importance of baseball in WWII Japanese-American internment camps, will air this Fri., Sept. 26, 6 p.m. Pacific on ESPN Classic.
Carol Channing's Childhood Memories Include Grace Cathedral
The legendary Carol Channing, a San Francisco near-native, returned to the city last week to promote an upcoming benefit concert, “Carol Channing & Friends in Concert,” which will support of arts education in California’s public schools.
What You Missed at The Forum: Hoover Institution’s John H. Bunzel, Sept. 14
John H. Bunzel, a former president of San Jose State University and a current senior research fellow at the Hoover Institution, spoke in conversation with Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, at The Forum on Sun., Sept. 14.
Former Grace Cathedral Guest Desmond Tutu Offers Advice to the Next U.S. President
In an op-ed article that appeared in the San Francisco Chronicle, Fri., Sept. 12, Archbishop Desmond Tutu called on the American public to elect as its next president an individual who would mend America’s strained relationship with the global community.
The Chapel of St. Francis/Columbarium Open House, Sept. 21
Tours of Grace Cathedral’s columbarium, the Chapel of St. Francis, will be held on Sun., Sept. 21 after both the 8:15 a.m. and 11 a.m. services.
Home Equity Seminar Offered at Grace Cathedral, Oct. 4
On Sat., Oct. 4, 9:30 a.m., Grace Cathedral will host In a Gold Mine Without a Pick, a 2-1/2 hour seminar that will help you understand what your choices are in preserving, transferring and extracting the wealth locked in your home.
What You Missed at The Forum: California Poet Laureate Al Young, Sept. 7
California's Poet Laureate Al Young spoke in conversation with Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, at The Forum on Sun., Sept. 7.
Milk Screenwriter Dustin Lance Black Visits The Forum, Dec. 14
Gus Van Sant’s much anticipated film, Milk, has its theatrical premiere on Nov. 26, and on Sun., Dec. 14, the film’s screenwriter Dustin Lance Black will be our guest at The Forum.
New Grace Cathedral Website Look
During the first Internet revolution, in heady final years of the 20th Century, the cathedral’s website was among the first launched by a religious institution; it is still among the world’s most visited religious sites online.
Alan Jones Tribute Film to Be Shown at a Congregation Meeting, Sept. 21
"The Word on Alan Jones," an 11-minute film honoring our dean, will be shown at a Town Hall congregation meeting on Sun., Sept. 21, 1 p.m. in the dining room.
The Forum at Grace Cathedral Returns, Sept. 7
This Sunday, Sept. 7, join us when we welcome California's Poet Laureate Al Young in conversation with Alan Jones, dean of Grace Cathedral, at The Forum.
Grace Cathedral and Practicing Gratitude, Oct. 5 -- Nov. 23
Each fall we reflect on everything that we have been given and renew our commitment to financial support of the cathedral in the coming year.
Grace Fall/Pentecost 2008 Edition Now Available
In the current edition of Grace, look deeply inside Grace Cathedral’s new logo with Canon Precentor Mark Stanger; meet Sandra Day O’Connor, former U.S. Supreme Court Justice and upcoming Forum guest; preview a significant acoustic improvement project; and read the reflections of Dean Alan Jones on the season, the church and his own life path.
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