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The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

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

Special Guests to Visit from the Holy Land: The Rev. Fadi Diab & Family

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on July 15, 2023 with No Comments

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GUEST SERMON SUNDAY, JULY 16, at the 9 and 11 a.m. services

"FRIENDS TALKING" FORUM: 10:10 A.M., Bloedel Hall

Saint Mark's is delighted to welcome The Rev. Fadi Diab, Rector of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Ramallah, Palestine, his wife Ruba and son Andrew to our diocese in July.

They will share with us about the lives of Christians in the Holy Land today. Palestinian families who make up most of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem are descendants of the original Christians first baptized at Pentecost. They seek to uphold the work and teachings of Christ in the very places where He ministered in His earthly life.

Fr. Fadi will preach at both the 9 and 11 a.m. services, and a conversation with all three members of the family is scheduled for the 10 a.m. "Friends Talking" Forum.

Choir Camp 2023 Concluding Evensong Liturgy

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on July 14, 2023 with No Comments

Eat! Play! Love! 2023

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

FRIDAY, AUGUST 25, 5:30-8 P.M. & SATURDAY, AUGUST 26, 10 A.M.–3 P.M., in Bloedel Hall and throughout the cathedral grounds. Register here.

In this special weekend of community, connection, and creativity, all ages come together to actively explore the Kingdom or Reign of God—what it is, how to recognize it, and how we help to bring it about right here, right now.

Through story, conversation, justice-seeking, art, music, gardening, bread-baking, and more, we'll delve into three of the kingdom parables in our summer lectionary: The Parable of the Mustard Seed, the Parable of the Leaven, and the Parable of the Pearl of Great Price. Previous iterations of this offering have occurred as a series of weekly or monthly meetings, but for 2023, participants will gather Friday evening—including dinner and Compline—and Saturday morning and afternoon—including lunch, snacks, and an outdoor Eucharist. There will then be an the opportunity to help with the Tent City 3 community supper on Sunday evening.

On Friday: We'll gather in Bloedel Hall for a meal and hear from Dean Steve about The Kingdom of God. Then we'll move to the cathedral and outside for a variety of opt-in activities. The evening concludes with Compline, and we'll be finished no later than 8 p.m.

On Saturday: We'll gather in the cathedral and begin our day together, then participate in a variety of opt-in activities as we explore the Kingdom parables and how we create community that helps build up God's realm of peace, justice, and love. Lunch will be at 12:30 p.m. in Bloedel Hall, and we'll end our time together by gathering on the outdoor labyrinth for a simple Eucharist at 2:30 p.m.

Can’t commit to the full experience? You are more than welcome to come for Friday evening only, or for a half-day on Saturday (morning or afternoon). Simply indicate which meals you will be present for on the registration form.

Fee: $30 for both days, with a maximum of $75 per family. Please register using the form here or below. (If you can only attend one of the meals, please pay $15 per meal.) The ability to pay should not be a barrier to participation. Email Canon Barrie with any concerns: wbarrie@saintmarks.org

Safety Where You Are… Orientation for Cathedral Community Members

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on July 13, 2023 with 2 Comments

SUNDAY, AUGUST 13, 10:20 A.M. and 12:20 P.M. (two duplicate sessions), in the cathedral nave

As part of a comprehensive review of our emergency and disaster responses, this brief (15-minute) orientation is designed to assist worshippers in basic procedures in the event of violent person enters the cathedral during worship.

Junior Warden for Facilities Scott Kovacs and Dean Thomason will share the information outlined in this Quick Reference Guide from the Department of Homeland Security, along with details specific to Saint Mark's, including appropriate actions to take, location of safe rooms should they be necessary, expectations of law enforcement and first responders.

These sessions will begin approximately 15 minutes after the 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services conclude, allowing folks to opt in or opt out, as you are inclined. Parents should consider whether to have their children present. No one must attend, but all are welcome. For more information, please contact Dean Thomason or Junior Warden for Facilities Scott Kovacs.

Compline on the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost 2023

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

The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/07/09/compline-2023-the-sixth-sunday-after-pentecost/

July 9, 2023 • The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 9A)

ORISON: Be present, O merciful God – Roupen Shakarian (b. 1950)

PSALM 145 – Peter R. Hallock (1924-2014)

OFFICE HYMN: Te lucis ante terminum – Shakarian

NUNC DIMITTIS – Shakarian

ANTHEM: Steal away to Jesus – African-American Spiritual; arr. Dale Adelmann (b. 1961)

Jason Anderson, director • J. Scott Kovacs, 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/

Creation Care Stories, Volume 1

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on July 6, 2023 with 2 Comments

The Creation Care Ministry has created a Story Sharing Project to allow parishioners to share actions they are taking related to Creation Care, as a way for parishioners to share their good work and to encourage others to help reduce climate change. Stories can be about any action you are taking, large or small, to care for creation and mitigate climate change. Stories can take the form of a brief written essay, a video, a photo album, an infographic, or a piece of podcast-style audio. Sharing these stories can help others to learn, lead to new ideas about what to do, and be an inspiration for others to take action too. See guidelines to submit your own story here, or share a response or idea by simply using the "reply" box below!

The Women’s Compline Choir 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on July 6, 2023 with No Comments

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SUNDAYS, JULY 30 & AUGUST 6, 2023, 9:30 P.M., in the cathedral nave, broadcast, and livestreamed

Following their debut in the summer of 2019, the Women's Compline Choir, led by Saint Mark's Associate Musician Rebekah Gilmore, has become an annual tradition at Saint Mark's, chanting the Office of Compline in place of the all-male Compline Choir and presenting special repertoire for women's voices, including world-premiere compositions and arrangements.

In the summer of 2019, the men of the Compline Choir traveled to the U.K. for two weeks, serving residencies in Canterbury and Salisbury. To cover the services during absence, Saint Mark's Associate Musician Rebekah Gilmore was asked to assemble an all-female choir, comprising some of the most accomplished choral singers in the Seattle area. The services they sang, the first all-female services in the 63-year history of Compline at Saint Mark's, were deeply moving to many, and may be heard here and below.

The Women's Compline Choir now gathers to chant the service several times each year, usually in the summer. Although during the pandemic of 2020 the full choir could not assemble, a quartet of singers drawn from the women's choir chanted the office on July 19 & 26, 2020. The full complement of singers gathered again on July 18 & 25, 2021, although the services were closed to the public. At last, on July 17 & 24, 2022, a full choir featuring some of the finest choral singers in the region gathered for an in-person Compline liturgy open to one and all. The 2023 services will be July 30 & August 6, 2023.

Intergenerational Hike on the Naches Peak Loop

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on July 6, 2023 with No Comments

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SATURDAY, JULY 22, meet at 10:30 a.m., hike concludes ~1 p.m. RSVP for location and details.

All are invited to an Intergenerational Hike on the Naches Peak Loop, which passes through Mount Rainier National Park. The hike will be kid-friendly (only 200 ft elevation gain) and will include a lunch break and outdoor Eucharist. Naches Peak Loop is one of the most beautiful and easily accessed trails in the central Cascades. Capacity is limited—RSVP to Canon Barrie for details: wbarrie@saintmarks.org

Learning to be Kinder to Nature—Lecture/Demonstration by the Royal Wedding & Coronation Florist

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on July 6, 2023 with No Comments

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2 P.M., in the cathedral nave; find the link purchase tickets here

Tickets have now gone on sale for this very special event, presented by the Slow Flowers Society and co-sponsored by Saint Mark’s Cathedral. Learning to be Kinder to Nature is a lecture, floral design demonstration, and book signing with Shane Connolly, an influential role model in sustainable floristry and environmentally-mindful design practices. His artistry is guided by the garden and the seasons, and the values brings to flower sourcing are inspiring. Seattle audiences will learn from Shane in person during his lecture and floral design demonstrations. This lecture will also encompass Shane’s remarks about the Sustainable Church Flowers project in the U.K. as he shares his message with flower enthusiasts, organic gardeners, and floral professionals.

His clients range from great public institutions like The Victoria & Albert Museum, the Royal Academy of Arts, and the National Portrait Gallery, to a veritable who’s who of the great and the good of British life. He is perhaps best known for his public work for The Royal Family. His most recent commission was The Coronation of Their Majesties The King and Queen in Westminster Abbey in May 2023. But he also designed the flowers for their marriage at Windsor Castle in 2005 and for the wedding of The Prince and Princess of Wales in 2011.

Shane has approached all these iconic moments with the same respect for nature, season and setting. Everything is thoughtful, in all senses of the word. Shane has designed events in countries as diverse as the USA and India, and always with the
same aim: to leave the smallest footprint behind and be led by what is local and available. Shane works with the Royal Horticultural Society to improve sustainability in floristry in their annual shows, and he is also a judge at RHS Chelsea. He has written five books and teaches his approach to flower design all over the world.

Tickets: $45 per person; $70 includes a signed copy of A Year in Flowers by Shane Connolly. Learn more and find the link to buy tickets here.

Share Your Creation Care Story!

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on July 5, 2023 with 1 Comment

THE STORIES:

VOLUME 2

In volume 2, Judy Raunig-Graham tell the story of her climate-related actions, Carolyn White on clothes-drying, and a delightful video from Nicole Thomson about motor vehicle idling.

VOLUME 1

In the first installment, Elizabeth Clark-Stern reflects on choosing to eat vegan, Marjorie Ringness shares a strategy for saving water in the kitchen, and Richard Hartung writes about buying second-hand.

VOLUME 3

Sue & Ed Tierney on changes they've made in their house both big and small, Alexandra Thompson on choosing an e-bike over a second car... and more to come!

July 2023

The Creation Care Ministry has created a Story Sharing Project to allow parishioners to share actions they are taking related to Creation Care, as a way for parishioners to share their good work and to encourage others to help reduce climate change. Stories can be about any action you are taking, large or small, to care for creation and mitigate climate change. Stories can take the form of a brief written essay, a video, a photo album, an infographic, or a piece of podcast-style audio. Sharing these stories can help others to learn, lead to new ideas about what to do, and be an inspiration for others to take action too.

You can also share a short idea by typing in the "reply" box below!

Creating and Contributing Your Story

Families and individuals in the congregation can decide on the story they want to share. If you'd like input on their idea, check with Richard Hartung at richard@transcarta.com

Once you've decided on what you'd like to share, you can tell the story using whatever media you prefer. Write a story, record a short video or podcast using their phone, create a collections of photos with captions, or use another way of communicating their story. Written stories should be 300 words or less. Videos and podcasts should be less than 2 minutes and preferably less than 90 seconds. (While writing or recording a longer story can be tempting, many people will not read or watch stories longer than these length!) Anyone can contribute and everyone is welcome to contribute more than one story.

If there's a story you'd like to tell, but you don't feel that you can write/film/record it yourself, please reach out so the ministry can match you up with a writer or other collaborator.

The story should focus on a specific action you have taken related to Creation Care, including what you did, how you did it, and any impact you saw from taking action. Even small actions can make a big difference, so sharing any action you’ve taken can be beneficial. Some examples of possible stories include:

Expanding from meatless Monday to add on Meatless Tuesday.
Walking to meet a friend or to go shopping rather than driving.
Installing a heat pump.

When you have completed your story, please send it to richard@transcarta.com. Richard and the Creation Care Ministry team will read/watch/listen to the story and may share feedback or suggest changes.

Once the story has been reviewed and finalized, it will posted on the cathedral website, and shared on social media, in cathedral newsletters, and other channels. Storytellers will be credited in the post, although you may remain anonymous if you prefer.

More Information

For more information about the storytelling project or to provide suggestions, please contact Richard Hartung at richard@transcarta.com, or Creation Care Ministry co-chairs Marjorie Ringness or Kathy Minsch at: creationcare@saintmarks.org

Compline on the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on July 2, 2023 with No Comments

The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/07/02/compline-2023-the-fifth-sunday-after-pentecost/

July 2, 2023 • The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 8A)

ORISON: ‘Phos hilaron,’ from The Evening Service – Stephen Sturk (b. 1950)

PSALM 62 – Jason A. Anderson (b. 1976)

HYMN: Christ, mighty Savior, light of all creation (Tune: MIGHTY SAVIOR) – David Hurd (b. 1950)

NUNC DIMITTIS from The Evening Service – Stephen Sturk

ANTHEM: Weeping Pilgrim, from The Sacred Harp, 1859 – arr. Gregory Bloch (b. 1977) [new]

Jason Anderson, director • Jeffrey Ricco, reader • Jeremy Matheis, 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/

Oxbow Farm CSA Pickup at the Cathedral

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on June 28, 2023 with No Comments

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It's not too late to sign up for weekly box of local organic produce from Oxbow Farm & Conservation Center, with convenient pick-up at Saint Mark's every Saturday. Sign up for 20 weeks of seasonal farm-fresh goodness, including veggies such as arugula, squash, tomatoes, and more. By joining, you support their mission to inspire sustainable food choices, foster a connection to nature, and conserve our precious resources for future generations. The season runs from June 24 through November 4, and pick-up is every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the Carriage House. (Note the slightly different time and place than announced earlier.) They accept EBT, and payment plans are available. Other pick-up locations include the farm itself in Carnation, as well as locations in Mercer Island and Monroe. Subscribers receive a number of additional benefits—find out more and sign up here!

Celebrating Pauli Murray, the First Queer Saint in The Episcopal Church

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on June 25, 2023 with 2 Comments

TAIZÉ PRAYER LITURGY: SUNDAY, JULY 2, 4:30 P.M., in the cathedral nave and livestreamed. (QuiC Meet & Greet to follow in the cathedral nave)

FORUM: WEDNESDAY, JULY 12, 6 P.M., Bloedel Hall and via Zoom

The Saint Mark's Queer in Christ Ministry has planned two events in July honoring The Rev. Pauli Murray, the first Black person perceived as a woman in the U.S. to become an Episcopal priest, and the first queer person added to The Episcopal Church's "Calendar of Saints" (called Lesser Feasts & Fasts). Murray's feast day is July 1.

Taizé Prayer Liturgy in Honor of Pauli Murray, Priest, Activist, Scholar, and Poet

A special Taizé Prayer liturgy will be offered Sunday, July 2, including readings and prayers by Pauli Murray and specially chosen music. (This service is offered in the first-Sunday, 4:30 p.m. time usually taken by Choral Evensong, which will be on summer hiatus.) A Queer in Christ Meet & Greet will follow the liturgy in the southeast corner of the nave. Contact Michael Seewer to learn more: mseewer@saintmarks.org

Compline observing the Nativity of John the Baptist, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on June 25, 2023 with No Comments

The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/06/25/compline-2023-the-nativity-of-saint-john-the-baptist/

June 25, 2023 • THE NATIVITY OF SAINT JOHN THE BAPTIST transferred

ORISON: Comfort, comfort ye my people (Tune: GENEVAN 42) – Claude Goudimel (c. 1514-1572)

PSALM 85:7-13 – Jason A. Anderson (b. 1976)

HYMN: The great forerunner of the morn (Tune: THE TRUTH FROM ABOVE – Herefordshire carol; arr. Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958)

NUNC DIMITTIS – Plainsong, Tonus peregrinus; harm. Lodovico Grossi da Viadana (ca. 1560 - 1627)

ANTHEM: Fuit homo missus a Deo – Giovanni Pierluigi da Palestrina (1525-1594) [SharePoint—General]

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

Thanks to this evening's Compline volunteers—hospitality ministers Jim Buskirk and Ray Miller.

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/

Projecting Justice: Protect Trans Lives

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on June 22, 2023 with No Comments

JUNE 21, 2023

In 2021, Saint Mark's collaborated with the ACLU of Washington State to use the unique visibility and position of the cathedral building as a beacon on the hill to make a powerful public statement about violence and justice in our city and our region. For two weeks, we projected names of people in Western Washington killed by the police, with the simple message that each one "should still be alive today." Read about this project, and all the names that were included, here.

This year ACLU-WA and Saint Mark's are again collaborating, this time to make a public statement in light of an unprecedented wave of anti-LGBTQ+ legislation, and the atmosphere of threat that trans people—both across the country and in our own cathedral community—are now experiencing:

Protect Trans Kids, Protect Trans Lives

On their website, ACLU-WA explains the project:

Protect trans kids. Protect trans lives. These two messages illuminate Saint Mark's, seen across Seattle during the city's biggest Pride celebrations, from June 20 through June 29. So far this year, state lawmakers across the country have introduced nearly 500 anti-LGBTQIA2S+ bills, most of which target transgender and non-binary people. The ACLU has been fighting back by working in state legislatures, taking unconstitutional policies to court, and mobilizing supporters to protect trans rights. This Pride month, and every day, we are defending everyone’s right to be themselves – fully, freely, and with joy. Learn about a recent legislative victory around gender affirming care here in Washington. Celebrate LGBTQIA2S+ Pride at these events across Washington all summer long. Check out the national ACLU’s podcast episodes, Finding Trans Joy Through Sports and Let Trans Kids Speak for Themselves.

The projections will be visible after sunset on the west façade of the cathedral building (facing Interstate 5) through June 29.

Compline on the Third Sunday after Pentecost 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on June 18, 2023 with No Comments

The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/06/18/compline-2023-the-third-sunday-after-pentecost/

June 18, 2023 • The Third Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 6A)

ORISON: Hope of the world (Tune: DONNE SECOURS) – Claude Goudimel (1514-1572)

PSALM 17:1-14 – Jason A. Anderson (b. 1976)

OFFICE HYMN: Te lucis ante terminum – Scandinavian melody; adapt. Derek Tilton (b. 1987)

NUNC DIMITTIS – Plainsong, Tone VIII; harm. Lodovico Grossi da Viadana (ca. 1560 - 1627) [GWB]

ANTHEM: Poor Wayfaring Stranger – American spiritual, arr. by Derek Curtis Tilton (b. 1987)

POST COMPLINE ORGAN MUSIC:

from Five Sacred Dances: No. 4 ("And his heart was moved..."), and No. 3 ("I will bow down...") – Margaret Vardell Sandresky (b. 1921)

Happiness – Ad Wammes (b. 1953)

from Five Sacred Dances: No. 5 ("And David danced before the Lord...") – Margaret Sandresky

Jason Anderson, director • Jeffrey Ricco, reader • Derek Tilton, cantor • Susanna Valleau, organ recitalist

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/

Juneteenth Liturgy 2023

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

Volunteer at the Saint Mark’s PrideFest Booth

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on June 15, 2023 with No Comments

SATURDAY, JUNE 24, 12–8 P.M., booth located near Broadway & Roy, sign up here

Saint Mark's will once again have a booth at Capitol Hill PrideFest booth on Saturday, June 24, from noon to 8 p.m., and volunteers are needed to sign up for a 2-hour slot at the booth. It's a fun way to participate in the event, and you may be surprised at how many people are interested in learning more about Saint Mark's and the Episcopal Church. You don't have to be an expert—you'll be showing the love of Christ to our neighbors just by being a friendly face and speaking from your experience. If you are interested and available to sign up, please use this form. Questions? Contact Michael Seewer: mseewer@saintmarks.org

Juneteenth 2023 Liturgy & Potluck BBQ

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on June 15, 2023 with No Comments

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SATURDAY, JUNE 17, 12 P.M.

The Black/African American Circle invites you to a special Juneteenth liturgy and potluck BBQ! The worship service will feature poetry, as well as African American spirituals by Sound of the NW Choir and drumming from Gansango African Music and Dance. The Rev. Malcolm McLaurin will be preaching and The Rev. Canon Carla Robinson will be presiding. Big thanks for the vision and ministry of The Rev. Beverly Tasy, the liturgist! A special offering will also be taken up in support of the Richard Younge Curates of Color Fund.

After the service, all are welcome to enjoy a potluck BBQ on the Cathedral lawn. Please RSVP here to let us know what you plan on bringing. Protein will be provided. Beyond good food and conversation, there will be opportunities to learn more about Circles of Color, the PNW Chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians, and our friends at Nurturing Roots Farm. Join us in celebrating freedom and the gifts of our Black/African American community!

June 19 commemorates the end of slavery in the United States and is one of the longest-celebrated African American holidays. Learn more about the history of Juneteenth here and Juneteenth resources for families can be found on Canon Barrie’s blog.

Click here to join via livestream. To contribute to the Richard Younge Curates of Color Fund, go to the diocesan giving page. Under "Giving Type," select "Other Donations" and indicate "Richard Younge" under "Other Designation."

Compline on the Second Sunday after Pentecost 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on June 11, 2023 with No Comments

The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/06/11/compline-2023-the-second-sunday-after-pentecost/

June 11, 2023 • The Second Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 5A)

ORISON: God be in my head – Doug Fullington (b. 1969)

PSALM 4 – Plainsong, Tone IV.1

HYMN: ‘Christe qui lux es et dies,’ from Music for Compline – Kevin Siegfried (b. 1969)

NUNC DIMITTIS in G (3-part)– Charles Wood (1866-1926)

ANTHEM: ‘In pace’ from Three Latin Motets – Grayston Ives (b. 1948)

Ken Pendergrass, assistant director • Josh Sandoz, reader • Joel Bevington, cantor

Thanks to this evening's Compline volunteers—hospitality ministers Ray Miller and Robin Ethridge.

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 Ricky Klausmeyer-Garcia

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on June 11, 2023 with No Comments

Canon Eliacín Rosario-Cruz Accepts Call in New York

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

A message from Dean Thomason

Dear Friends,

I write to share the news that the Rev. Canon Eliacín Rosario-Cruz is resigning from his position at Saint Mark’s Cathedral effective mid-July as he accepts a new call in New York. His statement to the cathedral parish is shared below, and his excitement for the multicultural opportunity it presents is palpable in his message.

He and I have been talking about this opportunity for some months now, and I am glad for the multicultural setting it presents for this servant of Christ who has unique gifts to offer the Church. We have been enriched by his ministry among us these past two years, and we are grateful for his work especially in the area of restorative justice, and of course serving as a member of the clergy team leading worship, preaching, teaching and delivering pastoral care. His last Sunday at Saint Mark’s will be July 16, and we will bless him and his family around the font after the 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services, as is our custom. We will have cake to share in his honor also.

Please join me in thanking Eliacín for his ministry among us and blessing him and his family in their new ventures.

Faithfully yours,

The Very Reverend Steven L. Thomason
Dean and Rector

A Message from Canon Rosario-Cruz

Dear Ones,

With mixed emotions, I share with you that my season of ministry at Saint Mark’s has bloomed into a new ministry opportunity. After prayerful discernment, I have accepted the call to serve as Priest-in-Charge at Holy Cross/Santa Cruz in Kingston, New York. Holy Cross/Santa Cruz is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley. I’ll be pastoring and leading a multicultural community with the vision to be a unified congregation that worships in two languages but otherwise strives to be one in all other aspects of their common life.

I am convinced that this new call from the Spirit is as clear and firm as the one that brought me to you in 2021. My last Sunday with you will be July 16. You have been a wonderful congregation that showed love and care for my family and me. I am grateful to you all, the fantastic parishioners of this Cathedral-Parish, Dean Thomason, Canon Daugherty, Curate Stahlecker, the staff, the vestry, and lay leaders for the wonderful opportunity to serve here at Saint Mark’s.

I speak on behalf of my family when I say that you have blessed our lives. I am a better person and a better minister because of you. I am grateful to God and you for the sacred time of my ministry here. You will continue in my prayers, and I ask that you continue to pray for my family and me.

With deep gratitude,

The Rev. Canon Eliacín Rosario-Cruz

Tent City and 20s/30s Meal Night

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on June 8, 2023 with No Comments

20s/30s Serve Breakfast at Edible Hope

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on June 8, 2023 with No Comments

The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

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Concluding Evensong for 2023 Choir Camp | Friday, July 14, 4:30 p.m.

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Compline on the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost | July 9, 2023

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Click below to enlarge a feature from The Rubric about the first Women's Compline Choir services:

THE STORIES:

VOLUME 2

In volume 2, Judy Raunig-Graham tell the story of her climate-related actions, Carolyn White on clothes-drying, and a delightful video from Nicole Thomson about motor vehicle idling.

VOLUME 1

In the first installment, Elizabeth Clark-Stern reflects on choosing to eat vegan, Marjorie Ringness shares a strategy for saving water in the kitchen, and Richard Hartung writes about buying second-hand.

VOLUME 3

Sue & Ed Tierney on changes they've made in their house both big and small, Alexandra Thompson on choosing an e-bike over a second car... and more to come!

Creating and Contributing Your Story

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Compline on the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost | July 2, 2023

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Taizé Prayer Liturgy in Honor of Pauli Murray, Priest, Activist, Scholar, and Poet

Compline observing the Feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist (tr.) | June 25, 2023

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Learn about the original May 2021 iteration of the Projecting Justice project, highlighting the names of people killed by the police, here.

Protect Trans Kids, Protect Trans Lives

Compline for Pentecost 3 | June 18, 2023

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Juneteenth Liturgy | Saturday, June 17, 2023, 12 p.m.

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Compline for Pentecost 2 | June 11, 2023

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Funeral Liturgy for Enrique "Ricky" Klausmeyer-Garcia | Sunday, June 11, 2 p.m.

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A message from Dean Thomason

A Message from Canon Rosario-Cruz

**Learn about the original May 2021 iteration of the Projecting Justice project, highlighting the names of people killed by the police, here.**