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Alternative Gift Market, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 18, 2023 with 4 Comments

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3, following the 9 and 11 a.m. services, in person only in Bloedel Hall.

Bring, Buy, Enjoy! We hope everyone will consider being a part of this year's Alternative Gift Market. BRING a Christmas gift for one of the local organizations we're supporting, BUY a Christmas gift for a loved one, ENJOY delicious treats and hot drinks available for purchase. We're excited for this fun morning of community and connection.

Check back often as this page is being continually updated will new offerings and information!

QuiC Advent Devotional Writing Series—Making Manifest

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 17, 2023 with No Comments

Join the Queer in Christ ministry for an Advent devotional writing series using the book Making Manifest: On Faith, Creativity, and the Kingdom at Hand by Dave Harrity. All are invited, you do not have to identify as queer or be a part of the Queer in Christ ministry to join this series! All you need is a desire to write and reflect, and share the experience with others.

The book we are using, Making Manifest: On Faith, Creativity, and the Kingdom at Hand, contains devotional meditations and exercises designed for personal spiritual growth and innovative community building through 28 meditations and short projects anchored in poetry, prayer, writing, contemplation, and personal reflection. Each day’s project contains one meditation and one writing exercise—activities totaling at least a half hour. The meditations are short, thought-provoking points of contemplation—sometimes accessible, sometimes obscure. Each day’s project is designed to help you “re-vision” the way you understand and interact with the Kingdom of God. As you move through the devotional series, let the book’s daily exercises replace your devotional activities and routine, and allow the practices of daily writing and reflection to be born or more fully embodied as you spend time working through this text by yourself and/or with others.

Click here to download a preview of the book’s first three exercises.

Since Advent is only 3 weeks long this year, day 1 of the devotional series will begin on Sunday, November 26 (Christ the King Sunday). We will meet as a group on the following 4 Saturdays at 1:30pm to discuss our writing journeys together:

December 2 (hybrid meeting on Zoom and in Leffler Living Room), 3–4 p.m.
December 9 (Zoom only meeting), 1:30-2:30 p.m.
December 16 (hybrid on Zoom and in Leffler Living Room), 1:30-2:30 p.m.
December 23 (Zoom only), 1:30-2:30 p.m.

At the weekly check-ins, we will join together to reflect on the week's devotions, and maybe even do a group writing exercise together!

To join this devotional writing series, and to purchase a copy of the workbook, email Michael Seewer (mseewer@saintmarks.org). Access to the book has been provided free of charge by the author, but participants will be asked to contribute $15 toward a donation that will be made to the author’s favorite charity (Fellowship of Reconciliation USA).

Questions? Email Michael Seewer (mseewer@saintmarks.org).

Isaiah, the Prophet of Advent

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 17, 2023 with No Comments

THREE WEDNESDAYS: NOVEMBER 29, DECEMBER 6 & 13, 2023, 6:45–8:15 P.M., Presenters on Zoom. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family).

led by The Rev. Hillary Raining, Ph.D., The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty, and Canon Wendy Barrie

Join former Saint Mark's Theologian-in-residence, The Rev. Dr. Hillary Raining, for this three-session series centering on the wisdom of the Prophet Isaiah. Each section will focus on an essential and living affirming theme from this book of prophecy. We will explore how Isaiah has been used in the Christian tradition, especially in the mysterious Advent season. Join using this Zoom link.

Download the booklet for the series here. PLEASE NOTE: The pdf of the booklet has been updated to add missing pages. If you open the link in your browser, you may need to click "refresh" to see the corrected file, which is five pages rather than four.

Program is free. The presenters will be on Zoom. Those attending the community dinner in Bloedel Hall at 6 p.m. will participate in the forum together in Room 210.

Check out Dr. Raining's brief trailer for the series below:

An Advent Quiet Morning, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 17, 2023 with No Comments

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16, 9 A.M. TO NOON, Leffler House

UPDATE (12/5): This event is now at capacity.

Saint Mark's annual Advent Quiet Morning will be offered this year on Saturday, December 16. This morning of Spiritual Retreat, in the comfortable Living Room at Leffler House, will include Centering Prayer, a meditative Breathwork session (lead by guest teacher Andrew Ragan), and a Contemplative Eucharist. There will be ample spaciousness for rest in the sacred stillness, for journaling, and for personal prayer. The Quiet Morning is offered at no charge, but freewill donations will be gratefully received. Space is limited, ~~so registration is required, please email Rev. Linzi with questions or to reserve your spot~~. No longer accepting reservations.

The “O” Antiphons Advent Liturgy, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 17, 2023 with 2 Comments

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2023, 7 P.M., in the cathedral nave and livestreamed

The annual "O" Antiphons Liturgy is considered by many to be a highlight of the liturgical year at Saint Mark's. The particular form of this liturgy that we use was invented here, first presented in 1986, and is today used by churches around the world. It is similar to a "Lessons & Carols" service, but rather than presenting a linear narrative from scripture, it is structured around seven medieval antiphons, each beginning with the word "O ," which also form the basis of the hymn O Come, O Come Emmanuel.

The liturgy is a poetic exploration of resonant images of Christ found in the antiphons—star, key, root, cornerstone—while drawing the connections between the first advent of Jesus, when he came into our world 2,000 years ago, with both the long-expected coming of the Christ at the end of time, as well as the coming of Christ into the human heart. This beloved cathedral tradition provides a moving and evocative entrance into the Advent season of prayerful expectation.

For the 2023 "O" Antiphons liturgy, the Compline Choir, Senior Choristers of the Choir School, and Cathedral Choir will adorn the opening procession by singing Peter Hallock's dramatic setting of the 5th-century hymn From lands that see the sun arise (A solis ortus cardine). The "O" Antiphons themselves will be sung in a graceful setting by the 20th-century Canadian composer Healey Willan. The congregation and choirs together will sing a hymn published in 2006 by Mary Louise Bringle, Now the heavens start to whisper, and a new tune by Jack Burnam for the classic Advent hymn The King shall come when morning dawns, among other well-known hymns of the season.

Incense is used.

The Giving Tree 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 16, 2023 with No Comments

This year's Giving Tree will be in the nave beginning on Thanksgiving Day! As we have in years past, the cathedral will be supporting the children and families of Lowell Elementary, Casa Latina, and Mary's Place.

Choose a tag from the tree, buy a gift, and bring it back to Saint Mark's to be blessed at the altar on Sunday, December 10. (The gifts need to be delivered to Lowell School before classes end.) You can also order directly from the Lowell School wishlist or the Mary's Place wishlist.

Your generosity means an enormous amount to these families in our community.

If you have questions about the Giving Tree, please contact The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker: lstahlecker@saintmarks.org.

Photo: 2019 Giving Tree in Bloedel Hall.

The World is About to Turn

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 13, 2023 with No Comments

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2023, 9 AM – 3 PM, Office of the Bishop (D-House)

Join in for an exploration of Advent to consider the meaning and relevance of this season in today’s context. Advent is a time of focused preparation and waiting that readies us for a deeper experience of both the birth of Christ and the “Second Advent” or return of Christ. During this holy and often busy season, you are invited to take part in this day of reflection as we connect to faith, other young adults in their 20s and 30s, and God’s goodness. $15 includes continental breakfast, lunch, and all materials. Childcare available. Register here. Questions? Email emily.meeks@saintmarks.org.

Compline on the 24th Sunday after Pentecost

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 12, 2023 with 3 Comments

The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/11/12/compline-2023-the-twenty-fourth-sunday-after-pentecost/

November 12, 2023 • The 24th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 27A)

ORISON (H 601): O day of God, draw nigh (Tune: SAINT MICHAEL) – Louis Bourgeois (c. 1510-c. 1561); harm. William Henry Monk (1823-1889)

PSALM 70 – Peter R. Hallock (1924-2014)

HYMN: Rejoice, rejoice, believers and let your lights appear (Tune: LLANGLOFFAN) – mel. from Hymnau a Thonau er Gwasanaeth yr Eglwys yng Nghymru, 1865; harm. The English Hymnal, 1906

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

ANTHEM: Audivi vocem de caelo – Thomas Tallis (c. 1505-1585)

Jason Anderson, director • Gregory Bloch, reader • Tyler Morse, cantor

Thanks to this evening's Compline volunteers: hospitality ministers John Gulhagen 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/

The 24th Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 12, 2023 with No Comments

Restorative Justice Council Meeting

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 10, 2023 with No Comments

Welcome Rite

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 9, 2023 with No Comments

Womanist Midrash & Biblical Interpretation with The Rev. Wil Gafney, Ph.D.

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 8, 2023 with 4 Comments

UPDATED WITH VIDEO

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 2, 9 A.M.–12 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall and online via Zoom. Registration required for either option.

Womanist Biblical scholar and renowned author of A Women’s Lectionary for the Whole Church, The Rev. Wil Gafney, Ph.D. will lead a seminar on Womanist Midrash, exploring the complexity of scripture and importance of translation as she interprets the Hebrew Biblical tradition of women prophets and leaders. Fee: $65 (for both online and in-person participants). Partial scholarships available. Includes a light lunch and snacks for those participating in person. Register by submitting the form here or below.

Note: Dr. Gafney will also offer a guest sermon on Sunday, December 3, at 9 a.m. and 11 a.m.

This workshop is made possible through generous gifts in loving memory of Matthew Briggs.

UPDATE: A complete video is now available below.

Film Screening: The Philadelphia Eleven

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 7, 2023 with 1 Comment

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall only. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family). Optional post-film discussion & dessert 8:15–8:30 p.m.

In 1974, a group of 11 women and their supporters organized their ordination to become Episcopal priests in an act of civil disobedience. This story is told in a compelling new documentary The Philadelphia Eleven. The 90-minute documentary film will be screened a the Wednesday evening forum on November 15.

This film tells a story that echoes today as women continue this fight for the pulpit. It explores the lives of these remarkable women who succeeded in transforming an age-old institution when they took a stand despite the threats to their personal safety and the risk of rejection by the church they loved. These women are an inspiration for a generation of women in the ministry, and a clarion call for the entire Christian Church.

This event is free. The community dinner precedes the screening at 6 p.m. If you wish, please stay for dessert and conversation immediately following the film, from 8:15 to 8:30 p.m.

Compline on All Saints’ Sunday, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 5, 2023 with No Comments

The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/11/05/compline-2023-all-saints-sunday/

November 5, 2023 • ALL SAINTS’ SUNDAY

ORISON (H 526): Let saints on earth in concert sing (Tune: DUNDEE) – melody from The CL Psalmes of David, 1615; harm. Thomas Ravenscroft (c. 1592-c. 1635)

PSALM 149 – Peter R. Hallock (1924-2014)

HYMN 286: Who are these like stars appearing? (Tune: ZUECH MICH, ZEUCH MICH) – mel. from Geistreiches Gesang-buch, 1698; harm. William Henry Monk (1823-1889), alt.

NUNC DIMITTIS – Plainsong, Tone I; harm. William Byrd (c. 1540-1623)

ANTHEM: Vidi turbam magnam (Part I) – Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (c. 1525-1594)

Jason Anderson, director • Joel Matter, reader • John Garlid, cantor

Thanks to this evening's Compline volunteers: hospitality ministers Robin Ethridge and Priscilla Strand, 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 All Saints’ Sunday, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 5, 2023 with No Comments

All Saints’ Sunday 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 5, 2023 with No Comments

Thanksgiving Day Community Dinner, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 3, 2023 with 1 Comment

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 11:45 A.M., Bloedel Hall. Registration requested. DEADLINE: 10 a.m. on Monday, November 20.

Several members of the cathedral community have expressed interest in joining chosen family here at Saint Mark’s for a Thanksgiving Day feast in Bloedel Hall following the service of Holy Eucharist at 10 a.m.

All are welcome, and feel free to bring others in your circles to join the fete. Turkeys (and a vegetarian alternative main dish) will be provided; bring a side dish, bread or dessert if you can. No worries if not—just come and be a part as we give thanks together in this place. In order to plan for room setup and the size of the turkey, please reserve your spot no later than 10 a.m. on Monday, November 20. Register using this link or submit the form below:

A Visit to Brier Patch Farm

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 3, 2023 with 1 Comment

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2-4 P.M., at Brier Patch Farm, 22526 Hickory Way, Brier, WA

Tyler Morse and Rebekah Gilmore have extended an invitation to all to visit Brier Patch Farm for a fall gathering and short tour of the farm. Come see how a local, organic farm prepares for winter. We’ll share hot beverages and good conversation, with a focus on how soil and farming are connected to our care for creation. This gathering will be an excellent opportunity for Saint Mark’s folks of all ages to enjoy some time together and learn a little bit about farming in the Pacific Northwest. More details to follow. For questions, contact Kathy Minsch or Marjorie Ringness at creationcare@saintmarks.org or Tyler Morse at tyler@brierpatch.farm

UPDATE: Check out some snapshots from the event below!

Sunday Forum on The Pageant of the Nativity

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 3, 2023 with No Comments

UPDATED WITH VIDEO

The Pageant of the Nativity at Saint Mark's: An Inside Look at Its History, Inspiration, and Imagery

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 10:10–10:50 A.M., Bloedel Hall

Anyone who has attended the cathedral's Pageant of the Nativity since 2015 can confirm: this is not your average children's Christmas pageant! Bejeweled crowns, the creative use of cathedral finery, four choirs with guest instrumentalists, a focus on prayer and Holy Scripture, and even a Royal Hound make this grand liturgy welcoming the Incarnation something unique to Saint Mark's. At this Sunday morning forum, the Pageant's co-producers, Rebekah Gilmore (director of the cathedral Choir School) and Dr. James Savage (former Director of Music at St. James Cathedral in Seattle), will give a behind-the-scenes look at the traditions and imagery which originally inspired the liturgy, how it has changed over the past 8 years, and the ideas that lie at the foundation of this special telling of the birth of Jesus through music, action, and art.

UPDATE: A complete video is now available below:

Saint Mark’s Receives $100,000 Grant from Trinity Church Wall Street

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 1, 2023 with No Comments

A MESSAGE FROM DEAN THOMASON

Saint Mark's Receives $100,000 Grant from Trinity Church Wall Street to further explore affordable housing on the Cathedral campus

Dear Friends,

I am pleased to share that Saint Mark’s is the recipient of a $100,000 grant from Trinity Church Wall Street Philanthropies to help fund feasibility and predevelopment costs for further exploring affordable housing on the Cathedral campus. The grant will span a six-month period through April 2024 and supports the completion of key assessments of the St. Nicholas site such as financial feasibility, geotechnical surveys, environmental and historic building rehabilitation studies.

From its formation by Vestry leadership in fall 2022, the Affordable Housing Exploratory (AHE) Committee has been committed to offsetting pre-development costs in exploring affordable housing on campus. In May 2023, Enterprise Community Partners awarded Saint Mark’s $35,000 that funded initial feasibility costs, including working with a consultant, architect, and surveyor.

The work of exploring affordable housing on campus is guided by Saint Mark’s mutual ministry goals of Restorative Justice and Systemic Change, Intergenerational and Innovative Community, and Creation Care and Carbon Reduction. Safe and affordable housing is a foundational need to live and thrive but the rise in the cost of buying and renting homes in Seattle continues to make it challenging for individuals and families to live in the city.

In September the AHE Committee shared initial background on affordable housing and progress made in this phase of exploration in two parish forums. Recordings and resources from those conversations, in addition to FAQs, can be found at saintmarks.org/affordablehousing. No decisions have been made, and the AHE Committee continues to seek your input -- email affordablehousing@saintmarks.org with comments or questions.

While no decision has been made about this project, the grant from Trinity Church Wall Street will enable the Saint Mark’s Vestry to make a well-informed, data-driven and mission-guided decision about redevelopment at the appropriate time. We are glad for this partnership with Trinity, and we will continue to communicate at key stages in the exploratory process.

Faithfully yours,

The Very Reverend Steven L. Thomason
Dean and Rector

Compline on the 22nd Sunday after Pentecost

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on October 29, 2023 with No Comments

The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/10/29/compline-2023-the-twenty-second-sunday-after-pentecost/

October 29, 2023 • The 22nd Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 25A)

James Hannington, Bishop, and his Companions, Martyrs, 1885

ORISON: Slowly the rays of daylight fade – M. Searle Wright (1918-2004)

PSALM 1 – Jason A. Anderson (b. 1976)

HYMN: The eternal gifts of Christ the King (Tune: AETERNA CHRISTI MUNERA) – Plainsong, Mode VII

NUNC DIMITTIS – Plainsong, Tone III.4

ANTHEM: ‘Õnnis on inimene’ [Blessed is the man] from Taaveti laul [Psalms of David] – Cyrillus Kreek (1889-1962); arr. for men’s voices by Gregory W. Bloch (b. 1977)

Jason Anderson, director • J. Scott Kovacs, reader • Theo Floor, cantor

Thanks to this evening's Compline volunteers: hospitality ministers Michael Seewer and Priscilla Strand.

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/

The 22nd Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on October 29, 2023 with No Comments

Transgender Day of Remembrance, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on October 26, 2023 with 4 Comments

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 8 P.M., in the cathedral nave and livestreamed

Saint Mark’s Cathedral will offer a special Vigil and Eucharist in observance of Transgender Day of Remembrance 8 p.m. on Monday, November 20, in the cathedral nave and livestreamed, hosted by the Queer in Christ ministry. Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20 which honors the memory of transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. The Reverend Linzi Stahlecker will preside.

UPDATE: A video of the service may be seen below:

2023 All Saints’ Day Celebration & Eucharist

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on October 26, 2023 with No Comments

WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 1, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person only in Bloedel Hall. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m.

This Wednesday, everyone is invited to join together for a community commemoration of All Saints' Day, beginning with a lively conversation about the Communion of Saints—the Christian community, living and dead and yet to be born, with whom we gather every time we share the bread and wine made holy. Please bring a picture, a photo, or a small object that represents someone in your own "great cloud of witnesses" whose example helps you follow Jesus. We'll conclude our time together with a simple Eucharist.

Queer in Christ Book Discussion: The Book of Queer Prophets

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on October 26, 2023 with No Comments

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 12:30 P.M., Leffler Living Room

All are welcome to join the next Queer in Christ book discussion on Sunday, November 19 at 12:30 p.m., discussing the first two sections of The Book of Queer Prophets: 24 Writers on Sexuality and Religion (Ruth Hunt, editor). We will discuss the essays in the first two sections of the book (Visions and Lamentations). Interested in joining? Contact Vicky Greenbaum (vgreenbaum1@gmail.com) with questions, and also to let her know if you’d like to join remotely.

Photo: 2019 Giving Tree in Bloedel Hall.

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Final Report of St. Nicholas Exploratory Committee

Saint Mark's Receives $100,000 Grant from Trinity Church Wall Street to further explore affordable housing on the Cathedral campus

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