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Since 1904, St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral has been a witness to
downtown Oklahoma City through worship, learning and loving service. We
are the Cathedral for the Diocese of Oklahoma, which is part of The Episcopal Church.
Parking at St. Paul's Episcopal Cathedral: Parking is always free for members and attendees when visiting the Cathedral! For parking validation, simply step inside the Cathedral Office, Music Room or worship space for assistance. You can scan the QR Code to register. We use paid parking in our main lots to support the mission and ministry of the cathedral. Reserved spaces (marked with our logo) will be available Monday through Friday during business hours, and all spaces will be available during worship times. Questions? Contact Lauren Bass at 405-235-3436 or lbass@stpaulsokc.org.
Are you a member, frequent attendee or often at St. Paul's for music lessons, meetings, or other events? Register your vehicle HERE.
Tours & History
125+ years young and located at the northeast corner of N.W. 7th and
Robinson, St. Paul's has a rich history, and is a spiritual heart to the
Cathedral's neighbors in Downtown, Bricktown, Midtown and Uptown
Oklahoma City. Learn more about this amazing spaces and artifacts by
visiting Your Cathedral
Tours can be arranged anytime through the front office by calling 405- 235-3436.
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St. Paul’s Cathedral welcomes everyone with open arms and open hearts!
The Cathedral community is intentionally vibrant, active, diverse and
inclusive. Our joy is in being a loving, accepting spiritual home - that
serves as the face of God - to our community and to everyone who wishes
to be part of our downtown parish.
Worship of God, together in community, is integral to who we are at St. Paul's.
What to Expect
In Episcopal worship, we nurture our faith by celebrating Holy
Communion most Sundays. We engage our minds through reading Holy
Scripture and hearing a thought-provoking sermon. We engage our senses
through beautiful, reverent surroundings and often through music that
touches the mind and the heart, in the rich, diverse Anglican and
American musical traditions.
Each of our Sunday services have a different expression of
worship, and we worship using the 1979 Book of Common Prayer with
traditional language (Rite I) at 8:00am, contemporary language at 9:00am
(Rite II), traditional language at 11:15am (Rite I), and a rotating
schedule of special 5:00pm services. You can watch any of our services online as they are live-streamed.
Are you new...and with Kids? Don't worry - We've got you! If you're new to our church with kids, expect a welcoming environment where children are actively included in the service, with dedicated children's ministry programs like Sunday School and nursery care available during the main worship time, allowing you to fully participate while your kids learn and engage in age-appropriate activities tailored just for them; most importantly, don't hesitate to reach out to our staff or other families for support and guidance. Contact Ashley Ozan, Cathedral Family & Life Minister to introduce yourself, ask questions or get help. Busy bags are available for children outside the main sanctuary (narthex). There is also a Children's Quiet Space with toys and books in the Chapter Room beside the front of the altar area (just open the door to the right of the altar). Our Cathedral Nursery is available starting at 7:30 a.m. Sundays for infants through age 3. During the 9 a.m. service, children of all ages are invited to follow the cross to Children's Chapel and will return during the passing of the peace. During the 10:10 a.m. Formation Hour, children ages 3 through Grade 12 meet in the Undercroft (basement) of Dean Willey Hall at age appropriate classrooms. Parents drop off and pick up their children at the door of the classroom.
First Time to Worship
After you find a place to park in the North or South Cathedral
Parking Lot, enter the gates closest to 7th and Robinson and be greeted
by our volunteers, who can direct you to the next service where you will
be guided into the sanctuary by our ushers. Be sure to take a bulletin
and let the usher or attendant know you're new or visiting so they can
properly welcome you. Enjoy some quiet, contemplative time to pray,
meditate and listen to music before the service starts. As a liturgical
church, the experience of Episcopal worship may be new to you. If so -
Please, don't worry! You might observe kneeling, communion, and other
liturgical practices. There are cards in the pew racks to read about
these practices and what to expect during the service.
Wondering
what to wear? On Sunday mornings, worshippers may dress casually in
jeans, business/'sharp casual', or even in their Sunday best. Dress
however you feel comfortable! We promise you will be welcomed, and there
is expected no dress code.
Services
Directions
Online Welcome Card
St. Paul's Cathedral is a vibrant Episcopal church in the heart of
downtown Oklahoma City. Deeply rooted in the ministry and teachings of
Jesus Christ and the traditions of the Episcopal Church, St. Paul's is
the spiritual center of the Episcopal Diocese of Oklahoma. We are committed to
being a place for all who seek and share God's unconditional and
abundant love, which calls us to comfort and stand with the vulnerable
and each other. All are invited; all are welcome.
We want to get to know you, and hear your story. Please fill out this online welcome card or reach out to Dean Katie Churchwell