Rev. Cecil Williams, the revered pastor of Glide Memorial Church, passed away at the age of 94. Williams transformed Glide into a beacon of social justice and support for marginalized communities, particularly the LGBTQ population. His legacy of inclusion and compassion shaped the Bay Area and influenced countless lives.
Cecil Williams, the beloved co-founder of Glide Memorial Church, passed away at the age of 94. Together with his late wife Janice Mirikitani, Williams established Glide over 60 years ago in San Francisco’s Tenderloin District. Known for its social justice initiatives, Glide has become a renowned center for breaking poverty and marginalization. Williams’ unwavering dedication to justice and equality left an indelible mark on San Francisco and beyond.
