Grace Cathedral

Dear Friends,

For nearly a century, Grace Cathedral has been a beacon on the hill, drawing people from around the world to pray, be in community, and delight their senses with art. We have been a leader on issues at the forefront of society; from women’s ordination, same-sex marriage, and the AIDS crisis, advocating for just treatment of all. The cathedral isn’t just a grand structure that sits atop the hill; our members live out their baptismal promises, giving of themselves, empowering the community, respecting the dignity of everyone, and striving for justice and peace.

That tradition of giving continues, and you’re invited to participate! We have several opportunities available:

You can contribute to our backpack drive through our Amazon Registry. Each year, Grace Cathedral collects backpacks and school supplies for Bayview Mission. This drive removes a source of financial hardship for families struggling to make ends meet in one of the most expensive cities in the world. Beyond easing a financial need, the drive is designed to contribute to the emotional flourishing of our precious young people. The difference that starting a school year with the necessary materials makes to a child’s confidence and sense of belonging is profound. Each backpack we send to Bayview Mission has a personal note for the child who will receive it. If you would like to participate, please contact Steph McNally, Formation Programs Manager for Children, Youth, Families, and Adults.

If you haven’t already, I would encourage you to become a pledging member of Grace Cathedral. Your gift will open the doors of opportunity for people who seek the fellowship of the Church, enabling those in our community who need it most to buy groceries, or maybe nourish their soul by attending one of our many formation opportunities. I invite you to learn more about giving opportunities by visiting our website.  

In closing, I would love to extend an invitation to you to experience Grace as you may never have before by attending Summer of Awe: GRACE WINDOW. Illuminate, the organization that brought the Bay Lights to the Bay Bridge and Grace Light to Grace Cathedral, is presenting a laser installation that will shine from the roof of the Fairmont Hotel through the cathedral’s Rose Window from sunset to sunrise through Sunday, July 14.

The cathedral will be open each evening from sunset to midnight, and live music will be offered. Laser master Tim Anderson will orchestrate the lasers to gently respond to the music in real time.

I pray you’ll take advantage of these opportunities to help the community and experience the beauty of Grace in new and different ways.