St. Mary's Episcopal Cathedral - Memphis

08/27/2026

Did you know that The High Altar at St. Mary's is one of the only High Altars dedicated to women of a religious order? Installed in the old Cathedral in 1878 and then reinstalled in 1905 in the new Cathedral, the magnificent Altar made of caen stone and Tennessee marble is a memorial to the Sisters of St. Mary who gave their lives in service to others during the Yellow Fever epidemic of 1878. The Sisters’ names are carved into the steps. The words “Alleluia Osanna,” carved in the riser on either side of the tabernacle, were Sister Constance ‘s last words before she perished. Sister Hughetta, the only Sister to survive the Yellow Fever, was added to the altar upon her death in 1926.

08/01/2026

Have you visited the Episcopal Bookshop lately? Tomorrow is the first Sunday of the month, which means this treasure, located on the west end of the Cathedral parking lot, will be open after the St. Mary's Cathedral 10:30am Holy Eucharist. Join us for worship and step over to the Bookshop to browse their incredible collection of books, jewelry, knickknacks, cards, and more.

07/30/2026

Did you know? The stone from the Pool of Bethesda is one of two ancient stones set in the wall of the St. Mary's Cathedral and originated from the Balustrade that surrounded the pool where Jesus performed healing miracles. It was uncovered by archeologists in the early 20th Century.

07/22/2026

St. Mary's Cathedral Holy Eucharist at the Sisters Altar, 12:15pm, Wednesday, July 22.

Join us and renew your spirit at this mid-week service. St. Mary's has been a House of Prayer for all People since 1858.

07/14/2026

What's your favorite thing about being an Episcopalian?

07/08/2026

St. Mary's Cathedral Wednesday 12:15pm Holy Eucharist-Rite II.

A house of prayer for all people since 1858.

07/04/2026

The Collect for Independence Day from the 1979 Episcopal Book of Common Prayer:

Lord God Almighty, in whose Name the founders of this country won liberty for themselves and for us, and lit the torch of freedom for nations then unborn: Grant that we and all the people of this land may have grace to maintain our liberties in righteousness and peace; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.

06/25/2026

06/23/2026

There's always a wonderful view of our beautiful Cathedral.