The S wedenborgian Church and its historic Rock and Rose garden was built on the corner of Campus and Cleveland Aves was Established in 1883. T here has been one continuous congregation worshipping at the site since the first structure was built in 1909. That makes it among the oldest churches in San Diego functioning continuously as a church ( and in this respect, older than Mission San Diego 1932 ). There were previously 2 wooden Craftsman Style structures. These were replaced by the current Mission Style designed and built in 1926 by Louis Gill, Irving Gill's nephew. The current Hall was built in 1936. The simple architecture articulates Swedenborg's theology that it is not so hard to live the life which leads to Heaven. Everything in the garden teaches spiritual principles and suggests a daily spiritual practice. There is a postcard available for a silent guided tour. Please ask for one. The Historic Garden: Called the Church of the Rock Gar den the garden's large boulders brought here by the founders were meant to reflect the foundational truths about God: That God is One, that God is good, that God is a Love & Wisdom, That God is Mercy, Freedom, Innocence, and Healing Wholeness, Peace, and Life Itself. These are unchangeable immutable spiritual laws. This hall has been home to a variety of theatre troupes, musical acts and performers for a number of years. Swedenborgian Church of San Diego hosts artists as a part of the University Heights Art Walk. There are also a number of meetups, yoga classes, acting classes and other groups that meet here on a regular basis. To find out more about this Ministry to the Arts, please email
[email protected] or call 619-296-5662.