Grace to you, and peace, in Jesus Christ our Lord! We hope these sermons and presentations will inspire you to love and good works. We also encourage you to visit the Cathedral of St. Philip for worship, prayer, and Christian community. There is a place for you here!

The Very Rev. Sam Candler, Dean of the Cathedral, presents a refreshed and refreshing view of what healthy Christianity is, in the new Good Faith Chapel! On Week 2 of “Refreshing Christianity in Good Faith!,“ Dean Candler discusses scripture, what it is, how we interpret it, how it defines us. He even gives some clues about how to read that amazing collection of sixty-six different books.

A meditation for Evensong and 5:22 Contemplative Eucharist by the Very Rev. Sam Candler observing the Feast of Lancelot Andrewes (September 27, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Very Rev. Sam Candler on the Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost (September 27, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

Dean Sam Candler presents a refreshed and refreshing view of what healthy Christianity is, in the new Good Faith Chapel! This week is an introduction to the series, which will include sessions on the Bible, and “Is Jesus the Only Way?,“ and history, and heroes of our tradition, and more!

An Evensong meditation by the Rev. Canon George Maxwell for the Eve of the Feast of St. Matthew (September 20, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Rev. Canon Salmoon Bashir on the Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost (September 20, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

Cathedral Giving by Design is excited to announce our 2027 beneficiary is Motherhood Beyond Bars, whose goal is long-term, healthy reunification and a permanent end to cycles of incarceration in families. Motherhood Beyond Bars (MBB) is the only organization in Georgia offering comprehensive support for incarcerated mothers, their infants and caregivers.

An Evensong meditation by the Very Rev. Sam Candler for the Eve of Holy Cross Day (September 13, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Very Rev. Sam Candler on the Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost (September 13, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Rev. Canon David Boyd on the Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost (September 6, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

The Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener leads a panel discussion with volunteers from the 2026 Homeless Requiem Committee, as we anticipate our 38th year of memorializing Atlantans who have died in the past year while unhoused. Learn why the Requiem was started, how it has evolved through the years, why we still observe it, and how it impacts the lives of those who participate.

A sermon by the Rev. Canon Ashley Carr on the Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost (August 30, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

This Sunday, August 23 we welcome Rachel Knowles, Homeless Services Program Director at Intown Cares. In her role, Rachel leads efforts to prevent and reverse homelessness in Intown Atlanta through a Housing First model. She will discuss the realities of chronic homelessness in our city, share insights from her experience helping neighbors navigate the journey from the streets into permanent housing, and offer practical ways for our community to engage in this work to restore dignity and stability to our neighbors in need.

A sermon by the Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener on the Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost (August 23, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Very Rev. Sam Candler on Homecoming Sunday – the Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost (August 16, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

This Sunday, we welcome the Rev. Dr. Lisa Heilig, Executive Director of Toco Hills Community Alliance. That organization provides emergency food assistance to more than 750 Northeast Atlanta families weekly. Dr. Heilig shares an uplifting message on anchoring our faith, renewing our spirits, and spreading light through community support.

A sermon by the Rev. Canon George Maxwell on the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost (August 9, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Rev. Canon Ashley Carr on the Tenth Sunday after Pentecost (August 2, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

Attorney and public policy advocate Elizabeth Appley represents multiple non-profit organizations at the Georgia State Capitol on affordable housing and homelessness. In this class, she discusses how to be an effective advocate, identifies key issues on housing and homelessness anticipated to be addressed in the 2027 session, and explains the importance of the upcoming elections in making policy changes to increase access to safe, decent, affordable housing for Georgians.

Why do we volunteer?: That's the question we will discuss at this Sunday's Summer of Hope session. Come join some of our most dedicated Emmaus House volunteers, Emmaus House's new executive director, David-Lee Mattison, and former executive director, Joe Iarocci, to learn more about this ministry and each other.

A sermon by the Rev. Dr. Thee Smith on the Ninth Sunday after Pentecost (July 26, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

Soyini Coke, Director of J2! (Joy to Infinity) talks at this Sunday's class, along with others on her team. J2! is a youth program inspired by a longstanding tradition of artistic excellence and community engagement. Their programming gives students the opportunity to explore, create, and thrive through the arts.

A sermon by the Rev. Canon Salmoon Bashir on the Eighth Sunday after Pentecost (July 19, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

July 12, 2026The Rev. Julia Mitchener, Canon for Mission, gives an overview of Outreach Ministries at the Cathedral, including updates on several exciting new programs. Topics include how the Cathedral is addressing the dramatically increasing hardships experienced by so many these days and updates on several newly endowed outreach funds.

A sermon by the Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener on the Seventh Sunday after Pentecost (July 12, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Very Rev. Sam Candler on the Sunday after Independence Day (July 5, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

This Sunday, architect Bill Halter with Cooper Carry talks about taking the Good Faith Chapel from dream to reality! Bill walks through the last three years of development, from unique design challenges to the chapel that is nearly finished.

A sermon by the Rev. Canon George Maxwell on the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost (June 28, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

This Sunday, Dean Sam Candler reviews a history of the Cathedral Parish of St. Philip and talks about the vision for the new Good Faith Chapel! (The Good Faith Chapel is on schedule to be completed this month, but we have already begun praying in it!)

A sermon by the Very Rev. Andrew Tremlett, Dean of St. Paul's Cathedral, London, on the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost (June 21, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Rev. Canon Julia Mitchener on the Third Sunday after Pentecost (June 14, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

An Evensong homily by the Very Rev. Sam Candler observing the Feast of St. Philip, for the annual conference of the Association of Anglican Musicians at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Very Rev. Sam Candler on the Second Sunday after Pentecost (June 7, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Rev. Canon Ashley Carr on Trinity Sunday (May 31, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Rev. Canon David Boyd on the Day of Pentecost (May 24, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

This Sunday, May 17, the Dean's Forum welcomes Director Brad Neary of The Saint John's Bible Heritage Program. The Cathedral of St. Philip was recently gifted a Heritage Edition of the Saint John's Bible, the first hand-written, hand-illuminated monumental Bible in 500 years. Learn more about the large, 7-volume Heritage Edition is encouraged to attend.

A sermon by the Rev. Canon David Boyd at Choral Eucharist on the Seventh Sunday of Easter: the Sunday after the Ascension (May 17, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Very Rev. Sam Candler on the Seventh Sunday of Easter: the Sunday after the Ascension (May 17, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

This Sunday, May 10, we discuss “The Rite of Reconciliation: The Name in the Garden” as part of our yearlong How to Be an Episcopalian series.

A sermon by Julia Russell for Youth Sunday, the Sixth Sunday of Easter (May 10, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by Mary Frances Lacey for Youth Sunday, the Sixth Sunday of Easter (May 10, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by Pruit DeLong for Youth Sunday, the Sixth Sunday of Easter (May 10, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by Marshall Camp for Youth Sunday, the Sixth Sunday of Easter (May 10, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

This Sunday, May 3, we discuss “The Rite of Reconciliation: Surely Because She Loved Too Much” as part of our yearlong How to Be an Episcopalian series.

An Evensong meditation by the Rev. Canon George Maxwell observing the Feast of St. Philip & St. James (May 3, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Very Rev. Sam Candler on the Fifth Sunday of Easter (May 3, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

An Evensong meditation by the Rev. Canon Salmoon Bashir on the Eve of the Feast of Zita of Tuscany (April 26, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

A sermon by the Rev. Canon Ashley Carr on the Fourth Sunday of Easter (April 26, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta

This Sunday, April 26, the Dean's Forum features Scott Rhodes, Chair of the Endowment Board of Trustees, Ray Hill, Member of the Cathedral Towers Fund Committee, and Joe Iarocci, Chair of the Hellen Plummer Fund. They discuss the endowed funds of the Cathedral and how they are used for operational support, capital expenditures, and mission and outreach projects.

This Sunday, April 19, we discuss “The Rite of Reconciliation: Before You Sinned, You Were Loved” as part of our yearlong How to Be an Episcopalian series.

An Evensong meditation by the Very Rev. Sam Candler observing the Feast of Anselm, Archbishop of Canterbury (April 19, 2026) at the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Philip, Atlanta