Jim Matulski

Join Jim Matulski, former pastor of MCC San Francisco, as he reflects on his impactful 1999 sermon, 'AIDS Isn't Over.' He passionately discusses the ongoing fight against AIDS, despite medical advances, emphasizing the importance of remembrance and activism. Jim shares the emotional journey through the epidemic's past and the scars it left on the community. Highlighting the role of MCC as a sanctuary during tough times, he calls for continued vigilance against stigma and celebrates the resilience of those who've faced the crisis head-on.

Jim Matulski, a longtime pastor of Metropolitan Community Church in San Francisco, shares his powerful journey after becoming publicly HIV positive in 1995. He reflects on the community's response and the stigma surrounding AIDS. Jim discusses his emotional collapse during a sabbatical, his return to ministry, and the spiritual healing that followed. His candid sermons challenge moral judgment while emphasizing companionship over blame. The conversation underscores how treatment advancements and community support reshaped lives amid the crisis.

Rev. Jim Matulski, a longtime minister, reflects on the toll of the AIDS crisis through his poignant 1991 sermon. He explores his exhaustion and grief over the countless losses, connecting the congregation's avoidance of church services to communal sorrow. Matulski highlights Magic Johnson's HIV announcement and its impact on societal awareness of AIDS. The conversation culminates in a discussion on how shared grief can transform into collective action, emphasizing the need for empathy, support, and resilience in the face of loss.