San Diego Mourns The Loss Of Pastor Glenn McKinney

September 24, 2025

The San Diego community is mourning the death of Pastor Glenn A. McKinney, Sr. , who served as Pastor of St. Stephen's Cathedral Church of God In Christ for four years after succeeding his father, Bishop George D.

Who is affected

Pastor Glenn A. McKinney's wife and three children
The congregation of St. Stephen's Cathedral Church of God In Christ
The broader church and civic community of San Diego
The Church of God In Christ denomination
The Black and Jewish clergy communities in San Diego

What action is being taken

Memorial services are being organized, including a viewing at St. Stephen's Cathedral on Thursday, 10/9/25, and the main Celebration of Life Service at Faith Chapel on Friday, 10/10/25
The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint is offering prayers and support for the McKinney family and church
The community is acknowledging Pastor McKinney's bridge-building work between communities

Why it matters

Pastor McKinney had made significant improvements to the church in just four years, including sanctuary renovations and accessibility upgrades
He was continuing the important legacy of his father, who was one of the twelve Apostles of the governing body of the worldwide Church of God In Christ
His work bringing together different religious communities, specifically Black and Jewish clergy, was recognized for building bridges between communities
The church was experiencing growth under his leadership as former members were returning

What's next

Memorial Service and Viewing at St. Stephen's Cathedral on Thursday, October 9, 2025, from 6-8 PM
Main Celebration of Life Service at Faith Chapel in Spring Valley on Friday, October 10, 2025, at noon

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