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Compline on the Fourth Sunday of Easter, 2024

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on April 22, 2024 with No Comments

The Order of Service & repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2024/04/21/compline-2024-the-fourth-sunday-of-easter/

April 21, 2024 • The Fourth Sunday of Easter

ORISON: The Lord is my Shepherd – Bobby McFerrin (b. 1950)

PSALM 23 (Setting I) – Peter R. Hallock (1924-2014)

HYMN: Victimae Paschali laudes – Plainsong, Mode I; melody att. Wigbert (d. 1050?) and Christ the Lord is risen again (Tune: CHRIST IST ERSTANDEN) – harm. Hans Leo Hassler (1564-1612)

NUNC DIMITTIS from First Fauxbourdon Service – Philip Moore (b. 1943)

ANTHEM: Abendgebet [U.S. premiere] – Jacob Beranek (b. 1998)

Jason Anderson, director • J. Scott Kovacs, reader • Kenneth Peterson, cantor

Thanks to this evening's Compline volunteers: hospitality minister Estephan Meza and videographer Michael Perera.

Compline at Saint Mark's Cathedral has been a Seattle tradition since 1956. All the singers are volunteers. Learn more at: https://saintmarks.org/worship/compline/
and: https://complinechoir.org/

Funeral Liturgy for Alan Dean Quigley, April 20, 2024

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The Rev. Erin Jean Warde—Heal Thyself: Spiritual Practices that Lead Us into Joy

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on April 17, 2024 with No Comments

THE WISDOM SCHOOL AT SAINT MARKS PRESENTS

The Rev. Erin Jean Warde—Heal Thyself: Spiritual Practices that Lead Us into Joy

SATURDAY, MAY 4, 2024, 9:30 A.M.–12:30 P.M., in Bloedel Hall and via Zoom. Registration required.

Author of Sober Spirituality, spiritual director and life coach, the Rev. Erin Jean Warde will guide this day retreat exploring spiritual healing in mind, body, and soul. She offers: “Together we will learn how community, creativity, rest, and joy can care for us when we are struggling, whether that's with mental health challenges, the inevitabilities of being alive, or with habits that don't serve us.” The day will explore barriers to feeling joy and fulfillment and how to make small, accessible life changes to care for ourselves, even in overwhelming times.

Fee for the Saturday Workshop: $15 (for both online and in-person participants). Partial scholarships available. Register using this link.

NOTE: Rev. Warde will also preach at Saint Mark's on Sunday, May 5, at the 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. Eucharists.

Then, on Sunday evening (following Choral Evensong) She will lead a discussion especially for 20s/30s on Sober Spirituality: Exploring a Mindful Relationship with Alcohol, 5:30–7 p.m. at Diocesan House. Learn more, submit a question in advance, and register (free) here.

Register for the Saturday workshop by submitting the form here or below.

Urban Birding Day

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on April 16, 2024 with 1 Comment

SATURDAY, MAY 25, 8 A.M.–12 P.M., Leffler garden, the Greenbelt, and around the cathedral campus

Join Creation Care and Intergenerational Ministries for a morning of exploring nature and learning about birds on the campus of Saint Mark's. Activities will include learning about local birds and making a simple bird feeder or birdhouse.

There will two guided bird walks in the Saint Mark's Greenbelt: at 8 a.m., Gordon and Jacquelyn Miller will lead a bird walk designed for adults and older youth, and at 11 a.m., David Poortinga and Phil Fox Rose will lead a bird walk for all ages.

Between 9 a.m. and noon there will be refreshments, conversation, and materials for birdhouse and bird feeder building in Leffler Garden. Questions? Email Emily Meeks: emeeks@saintmarks.org

Compline on the Third Sunday of Easter, 2024

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on April 14, 2024 with No Comments

The Order of Service & repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2024/04/14/compline-2024-the-third-sunday-of-easter/

April 14, 2024 • The Third Sunday of Easter

ORISON: This joyful Eastertide (Tune: VRUECHTEN) – mel. from Psalmen, 1685; harm. Charles Wood (1866-1926) [see HYMNS]

PSALMS 134 & 4 – Peter R. Hallock (1924-2014)

HYMN: Lift your voice rejoicing, Mary (Tune: FISK OF GLOUCESTER) – Thomas Foster (1938-2024)

NUNC DIMITTIS – Plainsong, Tone I; harm. Thomas Morley (1557-1602)

ANTHEM: Regina caeli – Robert White (c. 1538-1574)

Jason Anderson, director • Jeremy Matheis, reader • James Wilcox, cantor

Thanks to this evening's Compline volunteers: hospitality ministers John Gulhaugen and James Davidson

Compline at Saint Mark's Cathedral has been a Seattle tradition since 1956. All the singers are volunteers. Learn more at: https://saintmarks.org/worship/compline/
and: https://complinechoir.org/

Affordable Housing Update – April 2024

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on April 12, 2024 with No Comments

Since the Annual Parish Meeting update in February, the Affordable Housing Committee and Vestry have continued to make progress in taking the next steps in the predevelopment process to explore affordable housing on campus.

On March 14, Saint Mark’s received an additional grant from Trinity Church Wall Street in the amount of $150,000 to complete pre-development studies and support the process of identifying a development partner.
On March 19, the Vestry approved moving to the stage of selecting a development partner. While feasibility analysis will be ongoing, the Committee and Vestry believes that feasibility has been demonstrated at a level that supports initiating a process to select a development partner with which to pursue affordable housing on the St. Nicholas site, in anticipation that the development partner would bring its expertise, credibility, and financial strength to the project, while being aligned missionally with Saint Mark’s and being supportive of the project criteria that were approved by the Vestry.
Continued participation in Enterprise Community Partners Faith-Based Development Initiative as part of a community of faith organizations looking to explore use of property for missional purposes.
Engaging in sustainability planning work with The International Living Future Institute (ILFI) This collaboration is part of a planned path to “Core” certification for ensuring sustainability and carbon reduction goals on top of the base standards for affordable housing in Washington State.

Integral to this work has been continued analysis on further historical rehabilitation of the building. Saint Mark’s has been working with atelierjones, an architecture firm, for initial predevelopment planning that includes two options—(1) retaining the historic wing of the St. Nicholas Building through historic rehab or (2) new construction entirely on the site. A key next step in this work will be a meeting with the Seattle Department of Construction and Inspection (SDCI) this spring to review an initial enhanced site plan to get feedback from the City on key aspects about the project design.

“There are still many questions to answer, but we are getting closer to a more informed view of what redeveloping the St. Nicholas property could look like for affordable housing on campus,” said Dean Steve Thomason. “The Committee and Vestry are working diligently and intentionally to ensure that such a project design remains congruent with the Cathedral’s mission and serves a multigenerational population at a variety of lower-income levels.”

The parish is invited to join in two opportunities to learn more and share questions:

Wednesday, May 22 (6:45–8:15 p.m., in person in Bloedel Hall and by Zoom) – A Cathedral's Complicity in Redlining and Restrictive Covenants: a forum exploring the impact of Civil Rights history and racial segregation to consider how church communities, including Saint Mark’s, have a responsibility to honest face this and respond in just ways in our time.
Wednesday, June 5 (7–8 p.m. by Zoom) – An Update on Affordable Housing at Saint Mark’s: an opportunity to hear from Committee and Vestry leadership on the project plans and ask questions.

The Affordable Housing Committee meets on the first Wednesday of each month. For questions, email affordablehousing@saintmarks.org.

Interfaith Taizé Preview Forum

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on April 12, 2024 with No Comments

SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 10:10–10:50 A.M., Bloedel Hall

Come to Bloedel Hall between the 9 and 11 a.m. liturgies on April 28 for an informational forum in preparation for the Interfaith Taizé liturgy to be offered in the cathedral nave on the evening of Tuesday, May 21, a collaboration between the Saint Mark’s Cathedral Taizé Ministry and Clear Mountain Monastery Buddhist Community (the faith community which currently meets on the Saint Mark’s property on Saturday mornings). At this Sunday morning forum, the organizers of this special event will introduce the motivations behind this interfaith liturgy, and will walk through some elements of the service, including some of the chants, both Buddhist and Taizé. Bring your questions and curiosities, and leave better prepared to appreciate this unique offering next month.

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Compline on the Second Sunday of Easter, 2024

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on April 7, 2024 with No Comments

The Order of Service & repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2024/04/07/compline-2024-the-second-sunday-of-easter/

April 7, 2024 • The Second Sunday of Easter

ORISON (H 206): Alleluia! O sons and daughters, let us sing! (Tune: O FILII ET FILIAE) – mel. from Airs sur les hymnes sacrez, odes et noëls, 1623

PSALM 133 – Anglican Chant setting based on a theme from Chichester Psalms by Leonard Bernstein (1918–1990); adapt. Jason A. Anderson (b. 1976)

HYMN: That Easter Day with joy was bright (Tune: PUER NOBIS) – mel. from Trier MS., 15th cent.; adapt. Michael Praetorius (1571–1621); harm. George R. Woodward (1848–1934)

NUNC DIMITTIS – Anonymous [No. 29], Lumley Books, c. 1547–1552

ANTHEM: Haec est dies – Jacob Handl (1550–1591)

Jason Anderson, director • William Turnipseed, reader • Fred McIlroy, cantor

Thanks to this evening's Compline volunteers: hospitality ministers Robin Ethridge and Estephan Meza, and videographer Michael Lee

Compline at Saint Mark's Cathedral has been a Seattle tradition since 1956. All the singers are volunteers. Learn more at: https://saintmarks.org/worship/compline/
and: https://complinechoir.org/

Choral Evensong on the Second Sunday of Easter, 2024

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The Second Sunday of Easter, 2024

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Pride Night 2024 at Seattle Storm

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on April 6, 2024 with No Comments

SATURDAY, JUNE 29, 6 P.M.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: APRIL 27

Join others from Saint Mark’s for Seattle Storm’s Pride Night at Climate Pledge Arena on Saturday, June 29, hosted by the Queer in Christ ministry. All are welcome! Reserve your tickets by completing this web form. The cost per ticket is $37. Deadline to reserve your tickets is end of day, Saturday, April 27. ( You will be asked to pay for your ticket if you submit a reservation, even if you are not able to attend in the end, but if you purchase a ticket and end up not being able to attend, you can gift your ticket to somebody else.) And, if at least 20 people sign up, we will qualify for a Fan Experience and will be invited to join in a post-game photo with the players on the court. Invite your friends! Contact Liz Shea with questions: lizeshea@gmail.com

Sign up using this form

Being Intergenerational: A Morning of Education & Conversation

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on April 5, 2024 with 2 Comments

Led by:

Chris Barnett
Canon Wendy Claire Barrie
Dr. Valerie Grissom

THURSDAY, MAY 9, 2024, 9:30 A.M.–12:30 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall or online via Zoom; registration required for either option.

(If you choose to participate online, a Zoom link will be included in your confirmation email.)

Resourced and facilitated by Chris Barnett, Canon Wendy Claire Barrie, and Dr. Valerie Grissom, this is a unique opportunity to engage and explore the growing field of intergenerational ministry with others passionate about seeing people of all ages grow in faith together. For pastors, educators, ministry leaders and their teams, Being Intergenerational: A Morning of Education and Conversation will provide a mix of input, sharing of experience, time for reflection, and prompt to action. Come along to be inspired, encouraged and equipped for you and your community's ongoing intergenerational journey.

SCHEDULE

9 A.M. PDT - Doors open; coffee, tea, and snacks
9:30–11 A.M. PDT - Hybrid program
11 A.M.–12:30 P.M. PDT - In person lunch, networking, and resource sharing

ABOUT THE PRESENTERS

Chris Barnett is the Executive General Manager of Intergen, an Australian organization committed to resourcing and supporting ministry with children and their families, with an emphasis on intergenerationality. Chris brings to the intergenerational space a wealth of experience, a heart for connecting, and a commitment to facilitating learning together. More known as a curator, rather than creator, and sharer of resources, Chris has nevertheless contributed to a number of key intergenerational resources, including Intergenerate, Engage All Generations, Messy Discipleship, and Being an Intergenerational Church: A Commitment. A Vision. An Invitation.

Dr. Valerie M. Grissom serves as the Chair of the Intergenerate Team, whose mission is to bring the generations of the church together. As a worship leader and pastor for over 20 years, and now a certified candidate for ordination as Minister of Word and Sacrament in the Northwest Coast Presbytery (PC-USA), Valerie provides research, writing, speaking, coaching, and mentoring regarding intergenerational and intercultural worship. Valerie recently edited the book All Ages Becoming: Intergenerational Practice in the Formation of God's People.

Wendy Claire Barrie is Canon for Intergenerational Ministries at Saint Mark's Episcopal Cathedral, Seattle. She is the author of Faith at Home: A Handbook for Cautiously Christian Parents and is (still) finishing up her second book, The Church Post-Sunday School: How to Be Intergenerational and Why it Matters. Wendy has served eight Episcopal congregations on both coasts over the last 30-plus years, and is the creator of an intergenerational curriculum for the book Holy Troublemakers and Unconventional Saints by Daneen Akers.

Greenbelt Work Parties, Spring 2024

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on April 5, 2024 with No Comments

FIRST AND THIRD SATURDAY IN APRIL, MAY, & JUNE, 10 A.M.–2 P.M., meet in the lower parking lot; registration required

Spring work parties in the Greenbelt are starting up again!

Come commune with the forest while helping weed and maybe plant. Get your hands/gloves dirty as you remove non-native plants and create native habitat in the middle of Seattle’s urban environment. Wear sturdy, close toed shoes that can get wet, long-sleeved shirt, pants, and hat. Bring water, a snack, and a raincoat if there's a chance of rain.

Each work party is limited to 18 people, and you must sign up beforehand for each date. All ages are welcome. Tools and training will be provided. Sign up links for each event can be found at:

For questions and more details contact Forest Stewards Robert Hayden and Joey Baumgartner (emails on the registration pages linked above), or Creation Care ministry leaders Guy Oram or Kathy Minsch at: creationcare@saintmarks.org

Intergenerational Creation Care Forum: All About Trees

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Intro to Public Speaking

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MONDAY, APRIL 15, 6:30-7:30 P.M., online via Zoom

Hosted by the Reading Ministry

Join for a casual and informative public speaking training session led by Michael Perera, a public speaking and communications coach. This session will provide practical tips, guidance, and support to help you gain and refine public speaking skills in ministry settings in our community. Come and bring your questions in a welcoming and supportive environment. All are welcome to participate. Join using this Zoom link. Questions? Email Emily Meeks: emeeks@saintmarks.org

Exploring Symbolism in Episcopal Worship

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on April 5, 2024 with No Comments

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 24, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in Bloedel Hall and the cathedral nave. The first portion of the presentation also available via Zoom; optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family)

UPDATED DESCRIPTION: The opening theological reflection and overview portion of the forum will be available online—join using this Zoom link. The second half of the forum will be a hands on, interactive experience in the cathedral nave and will not be livestreamed.

This forum will explore some of the colors, gestures, and symbols we use in liturgy throughout the church year. We often notice that some things stay the same across the year, and some things change. Let’s learn together about what those things are and why these things all come together to form our worship experiences. Do you have specific questions? ("Why do some people bow at the gospel reading?" "Why are the icons covered up sometimes?" "Why do they use tree branches to sprinkle us?") Submit your question ahead of time using this link. Questions will be compiled and major themes will be addressed during the forum. Join online using this Zoom link.

Optional community dinner served at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family)

Funeral Liturgy for Roger Leed

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Compline on Easter Sunday, 2024

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on March 31, 2024 with No Comments

The Order of Service & repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2024/03/31/compline-2024-easter-day/

March 31, 2024 • Easter Day

PROCESSIONAL: Easter Canticle – Peter R. Hallock (1924–2014)

PSALM 114 – Plainsong, Tonus peregrinus

HYMN: Ad cenam Agni providi – Plainsong, Mode VIII; harm. Guillaume Dufay (c. 1397-1474)

NUNC DIMITTIS: Plainsong setting, Tonus peregrinus; harm. William Byrd (c. 1540-1623)

ANTHEM: Cпасение coдeлaл (Salvation is created) – Pavel Chesnokov (1877-1944); arr. for men’s voices by Vladimir Morosan

Jason Anderson, director • Josh Sandoz, reader • Tyler Morse, cantor

Thanks to this evening's Compline volunteers: hospitality ministers Priscilla Strand and Estephan Meza.

Compline at Saint Mark's Cathedral has been a Seattle tradition since 1956. All the singers are volunteers. Learn more at: https://saintmarks.org/worship/compline/
and: https://complinechoir.org/

Easter Sunday, 2024

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The Great Vigil of Easter, 2024

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Good Friday (evening service), 2024

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Good Friday (noon service), 2024

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Maundy Thursday, 2024

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Behind the Seams: Fashioning Gender with Clara Berg

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on March 28, 2024 with No Comments

SATURDAY, MAY 11, 2–3 P.M., Museum of History and Industry, 860 Terry Ave N, Seattle 98109. Sign up required.

Hosted by 20s/30s—All are welcome

Pink for girls? Pants for boys? From color to cut, what we wear is infused with our era’s ideas about gender. Designers may emphasize “masculine” or “feminine” elements on a garment or create a “unisex” look, but the rules around what those words mean change over time. Join MOHAI Curator of Collections and Saint Mark's 20s/30s member Clara Berg for an intimate, in-person, one-hour session to view historic fashions in MOHAI’s collection which align with, deviate from, and expand our ideas about gendered clothing.

The Saint Mark's group will attend the session at 2 p.m.—some may choose to arrive early (1 p.m.) to visit the museum’s exhibits and/or join after (3:30 p.m.) for snacks and refreshments at a restaurant nearby the museum.

Tickets are required for Behind the Seams admission. A limited number of discounted tickets from Saint Mark’s are available ($20). Sign up here. Questions? Email Rose Hazard: pinuprose90@gmail.com

Tenebrae, 2024

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Compline on the Third Sunday of Easter | April 14, 2024

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More work by Tracy Councill, creator of the Buddha/Jesus diptych above, may be found here.

Compline on the Second Sunday of Easter | April 7, 2024

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The Second Sunday of Easter | April 7, 2024

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Chris Barnett Canon Wendy Claire Barrie Dr. Valerie Grissom

Funeral Liturgy for Roger Leed | April 4, 2024, 2 p.m.

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Compline on the Feast of the Resurrection: Easter Sunday | March 31, 2024

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The Feast of the Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ—Easter Sunday | March 31, 2024

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The Great Vigil of Easter | March 30, 2024, 8:30 p.m.

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Good Friday (evening service) | March 29, 2024, 7 p.m.

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Good Friday (service at noon) | March 29, 2024

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Maundy Thursday | March 28, 2024

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Tenebrae | Wednesday in Holy Week | March 27, 2024

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Chris Barnett
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Dr. Valerie Grissom