The Cathedral is in the heart of the Paris. Located on the Avenue George V, which leads from the Champs Elysées directly to the Seine, it shares the street with two of the city's most elegant hotels, designers such as Givenchy and Balenciaga and chic restaurants, not to mention the famous Crazy Horse Saloon.

Multiculturalism is one of the most defining characteristics of our parish.  Over 85 percent of our parishioners count more than one nationality in their household.  While the majority of members are American, our congregation also comprises a significant French population with another 19 percent hailing primarily from the U.K. and other European countries, but also from African, Asian, and Latin American countries.

Our parish reflects the great mobility of its members, including U.S. expatriates, often with their spouses and children, residing in Paris on short to mid-term assignments; members of the Foreign Service and other government organizations; English-speaking immigrants from Africa and Asia; single young adults and college students experiencing life abroad; and tourists passing through who wish to worship while travelling. It is estimated that approximately one third of the congregation turns over each year. There is, however, an important core group of long-term American residents in Paris, many of whom are married to French citizens.

One of the key factors that draws people to the Cathedral, and keeps them here, is our Episcopal liturgy. So it isn't surprising that 71 percent of parishioners identify themselves as Episcopalians, while eight percent come from other Anglican denominations. Many of our parishioners are themselves Roman Catholic (10 percent) or their spouses or partners are Roman Catholic (29 percent); another eight percent of parishioners come from other Christian backgrounds.

The people of the Cathedral are by and large an educated, sophisticated and well-traveled group.  We are a congregation that enjoys and celebrates differences and where diversity counts. At the same time we serve as a true spiritual home for Americans and other English speakers, and as a respected American presence, an "embassy for Christian faith" in the city of Paris.

*Statistics drawn from Parish Survey, Fall 2002