The Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine

 

 

 

Over 100 Years of Ministry

Over one hundred years ago, the trustees of the Cathedral Church of Saint John the Divine conceived its mission to be a house of prayer for all people, an instrument of church unity, and a center of intellectual light and leading in the spirit of Jesus Christ.

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Serving Our Community

Today, as the mother church of the Episcopal Diocese of New York and the seat of our bishop, the Cathedral serves the many diverse people of our diocese, city, nation and world through the worship of God; pastoral, educational and community outreach activities; cultural and civic events; international ecumenical initiatives; and the preservation of the great architectural and historic site that is its legacy.

Spiritual Life at the Cathedral

 

 

 

 

 

Explore the Cathedral

As a house of worship for all people, the Cathedral is committed to ensuring it is accessible for all. We satiate humanity’s hunger for spiritual replenishment through Christ’s teachings and our artistic offerings. We seek and champion social justice, and are a space of peace, tranquility, and divine inspiration for everyone. All are welcome at the Cathedral.

Explore the Cathedral

 

Plan Your Visit

Learn more about the Cathedral.

  • Public Transport

    By subway: Take the 1, B, or C Train to the 110th Street / Cathedral Parkway station.

    By bus: take the M4 or M104 to Broadway at 112th Street or the M11 to Amsterdam Avenue at 112th Street.

     

  • Driving Directions

    From the North and East sides: FDR Drive to 96th Street; west on 97th Street; north on Amsterdam Avenue to 112th Street.

    From the North and West sides: Henry Hudson Parkway to 125th Street exit; east on 125th Street; south on Amsterdam Avenue to 112th Street.

    From the South or West sides: New Jersey Turnpike north or I-80 east to the George Washington Bridge; Henry Hudson Parkway South to 125th Street exit; east on 125th Street; south on Amsterdam Avenue to 112th Street.

     

  • Parking

    There is no public parking on the grounds of the Cathedral. Individual cars may park at one of the garages nearby or find street parking.

    Scheduled groups may park their buses or vans outside the Cathedral on Amsterdam Avenue while they are visiting the Cathedral. Bus engines must be turned off.

     

  • Accessibility

    The Cathedral is wheelchair accessible via a ramp just north of the main entrance, off of Amsterdam Avenue below 113th Street.

    Wheelchairs are available at the Visitor Center on a first come, first served basis. Ramps inside provide access to eastern areas of the Cathedral.