"Congratulations on more than a century's worth of tremendous service to your community. The Cathedral is a beacon of hope for all of us. May we be fortunate enough to have 100 years more."

The Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine is the mother church of the Episcopal Diocese of New York, and the Seat of its Bishop. In the spirit of Christ, it is chartered as a house of prayer for all people and unifying center of intellectual light and leadership.

The Cathedral serves the many diverse people of our City, Nation and World through an array of liturgical, cultural and civic events; pastoral, educational and community outreach activities; and the preservation of the great architectural site that is its legacy.

Our theology supports the values of community, hospitality, witness and stewardship which undergird this mission.