The Church has become a much more open and affirming place for LGBTQ people in the past decades. But for over two millennium, the traditions of the church have been steeped in heteronormative and male-centered theology. Join Jeff Martinhauk as we move out of the conversation about 'clobber passages', wrath, and judgement from a heterosexual point of view and into a provocative discussion about God, scripture, and faith-based LGBTQ understandings, constructing new images of God from both ancient texts and fresh experiences. INFO: David Tremaine, tremaind@stpaulcathedral.org

Did you know that every two seconds someone in the United States needs blood? With this need for blood donations, we can do something about it! Donating blood is simple, takes less than an hour to do, and makes a direct and positive impact on a patient in need. Next month, on July 9, before or church, you will have an opportunity to give blood right here. The more people we get to donate blood, the more lives we can save! Appointments are encouraged but walk-ins are also welcome. All donors must show picture identification. INFO: Kathleen Burgess, burgess@stpaulcathedral.org. For APPOINTMENTS,  Go here. Read more about blood donor requirements here.

Camp Spirit is a fun week of camp where your child will learn key lessons about being on God's Superhero Team. Kids will participate in crafts, science experiments, and outdoor games. And on Friday, we will have Water Day at Balboa Park. Camp Spirit isn't just another recreational opportunity; it is about helping your child to see their God given skills that they can use to help "do good" and "seek peace" for the world (Psalm). Register online here. Scholarships should be requested through the registration page.  If you have any questions or would like to volunteer, email Coco O'Brien, campspirit@stpaulcathedral.org. 

The Cathedral will offer two Education for Ministry (EfM) courses starting in the fall. Join us if you would like to learn how you can integrate your faith with your daily life, if you want to take a deeper look at what Scriptures really say, or if you think walking together might be better than walking alone. EfM is a program of lay theological education that is offered through the Episcopal seminary at Sewanee, TN. Over four years, participants read and reflect on the Hebrew Bible, the New Testament, Church and world history, and the challenges and promises of contemporary Christianity. Want to know more? Visit efm.sewanee.edu or contact Mark Patzman, EFM.stpauls@outlook.com