Saint Paul's in Harvard Square

St. Paul's in Harvard Square is my official off-island church home these days, and a couple of months ago, as part of a calendar project I was asked to help out with, I was turned loose with my camera in this magnificent church which is constructed of hand-carved marble, imported from Italy. The place is so massive and so spectacular that even after having spent three afternoons and many hours exploring, photographing, and viewing the columns and arches and porticoes from every angle, I felt as though I'd only scratched the surface.

St. Paul's is also home to a world renowned boys' choir school, directed by John Robinson. The boys chant the daily Mass and sing in a combined boys and men's choir on Sunday mornings. Heavenly (hint: run the recording while viewing the photos).

Once in Royal David's City

God is Near!

Good Morning, everybody - the thirty-third Sunday of Ordinary Time. Today's readings remind us that even in times of trial and tribulation, this seeming darkness is not the whole story. We are reminded to remain confident and hopeful because God is still in charge, very near, and he will never abandon us. Songs today at Windemere - 10:30, Ocean View Lounge; 11:15, Lagoon View Lounge. Sunday school at St. Andrew's in Edgartown starts at 9am. All are welcome to all of the above - come on along and "make a joyful noise to the Lord."