March 17, 2016
St. Patrick

Beloved in Christ,

I am back from our Spring House of Bishops meeting which was an important occasion for prayer and reflection as we move into Michael Bruce Curry's tenure as presiding bishop and primate. We are truly blessed by his faithfulness, spirit, and humor.

While you may have already seen the Word to the Church that we unanimously approved, I link it here. Please read this and circulate it as you see best. As we move through Palm Sunday, through the Passion and Holy Week to Easter, these words may be particular apropos.

I look forward to being with you at St. Paul's Cathedral on Tuesday for the Service of Renewal of Vows. Blessings to you in this holy time.

Faithfully,
best jim
The Rt. Rev. James R. Mathes
Bishop of San Diego