CPE started in 2015 under the leadership of Rev. Rod Seeger and, eventually, his student, Rev. Silvia Tiznado. In November 2017, ACPE accredited SFNM's CPE Center.

Rev. Monique Ortiz facilitates the 2018 Vigil. We continue to partner with several organizations, including the SF Interfaith Council and Faithful Fools, to host this event on the Winter's Solstice remembering people who died on the streets.

In 2021, the Governing Board formally reorganized San Francisco Night Ministry. The historic position of The Night Minister was phased out in favor of a more recognizable non-profit structure, including an executive director and program directors overseeing each area of ministry. Night Ministry also began expanding its volunteer opportunities to bring more people -- of diverse backgrounds and spiritual traditions -- into the work we do.

In 2020, Kylie Svenson became the first Care Line Director (pictured left). Kylie then transitioned to becoming our first Clinical Director. 

The pandemic forced changes in how we operate our phone line. New technologies allowed volunteers to start working from home, while remaining in community. Pictured above is CLC Deborah White on Zoom with other CLCs.