"Contribute to the needs of the saints and extend hospitality to strangers." (Romans 12:13)

As a point of pilgrimage for many travelers, and as a community open to those seeking a welcoming environment, Grace Cathedral opens its doors to all. There are many opportunities to make the visitor welcome and to provide newcomers with spiritual nourishment. Grace Cathedral is called to be a house of prayer for all people.

The Newcomer Ministry welcomes visitors and newcomers and encourages membership in our resident congregation. Information about the Cathedral community is available at the Visitor Center in the Cathedral, and those interested in joining the community at Grace are invited to fill out welcome cards which will begin the process of membership.

For more information, e-mail the volunteer coordinator, or call 415.749.6327.

Ushers welcome visitors and congregation members, pass out service leaflets, take up the collection, guide people during communion, and clean up after the service. They must be helpful and friendly, with the strength to stand for several hours. Most ushers sign up for a monthly rotation, and all are asked to be on hand for major services such as Christmas and Easter.

For more information, e-mail the volunteer coordinator, or call 415.749.6327.

These outgoing and dedicated individuals are the Cathedral's front line in our ministry of hospitality, welcoming visitors and offering assistance and information. At Coffee Hour the greeters staff the newcomers' table and kiosk, providing information and opportunities to become more incorporated into the cathedral community. Volunteers usually serve on a monthly rotation at each of the main Sunday services, and are available for special events.

For more information, e-mail the volunteer coordinator, or call 415.749.6327.

The docents of the Guild offer information and hospitality and conduct formal tours on a daily schedule to the many visitors to Grace Cathedral. Guides undergo extensive training and usually serve on a weekly rotation as well as for specially scheduled group tours. A strong voice and strong legs are a must.

For more information, e-mail the volunteer coordinator, or call 415.749.6327.

The Information desk at the back of the Nave is generally staffed daily. These volunteers must be friendly and outgoing, and willing to field a wide variety of questions from the hundreds of visitors who enter the Cathedral daily. Volunteers sign up for 3-hour periods, and serve weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. An orientation session is provided.

For more information, e-mail the volunteer coordinator, or call 415.749.6327.