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Compline for the Feast of St Michael & All Angels, 2023

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

Compline for the Feast of St. Michael & All Angels | October 1, 2023 Order of Service | Each week’s repertoire is posted here PLEASE NOTE: The video player full-screen button is not appearing in certain browsers at this time. While we work to resolve the issue, please trying opening this page in a different browser, or visit the VImeo watch page, which you can find by following the link that appears when you click the “paper airplane” icon in the player … Read More

Choral Evensong for the Feast of St Michael & All Angels, 2023

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

Choral Evensong for the Feast of St Michael & All Angels | October 1, 2023 Service Leaflet PLEASE NOTE: The video player full-screen button is not appearing in certain browsers at this time. While we work to resolve the issue, please trying opening this page in a different browser, or visit the VImeo watch page, which you can find by following the link that appears when you click the “paper airplane” icon in the player window. LEAFLETS The Service Leaflet contains … Read More

The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

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

The Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost | October 1, 2023 Service Leaflet PLEASE NOTE: The video player full-screen button is not appearing in certain browsers at this time. While we work to resolve the issue, please trying opening this page in a different browser, or visit the VImeo watch page, which you can find by following the link that appears when you click the “paper airplane” icon in the player window. LEAFLETS The Service Leaflet contains all you need to fully participate … Read More

Queer in Christ Coffee & Art Walk

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

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8, 12:30 P.M., meet on the front patio Join members of Queer in Christ on October 8 at 12:30 p.m. for a visit to Lower Queen Anne to grab some coffee and then visit The Fishbowl, one of Seattle’s newest art galleries designed specifically for QTBIPOC (Queer, Trans, Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) artists, creatives, and community members. We will meet at 12:30 p.m. on the cathedral’s front porch, and then travel together to Lower Queen Anne.

Rethinking Poverty: Faith, Place, and Relationality

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

TWO WEDNESDAYS, OCTOBER 11 & 18, 2023, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall or Online via Zoom. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family) Led by The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker and Sarah Elwood Poverty is perhaps one of the most pressing issues of our time. Across two weeks, we will explore impoverishment with Saint Mark’s parishioner Sarah Elwood, one of the co-authors of Abolishing Poverty: Toward Pluriverse Futures and Politics, a book published in August. Sarah will share … Read More

Compline on the 17th Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 24, 2023 with No Comments

Compline on the 17th Sunday after Pentecost | September 24, 2023 Order of Service | Each week’s repertoire is posted here The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/09/24/compline-2023-the-seventeenth-sunday-after-pentecost/ September 24, 2023 • The 17th Sunday after Pentecost ORISON: Now cheer our hearts this eventide – Nathan Jensen (b. 1968) PSALM 145 – Peter R. Hallock (1924–2014) HYMN: Now the day is over – M. Searle Wright (1918–2004) NUNC DIMITTIS: Plainsong, Tone III; harm, Carolus Andreas (d. 1627) … Read More

The Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

by Christopher Brown on September 24, 2023 with 4 Comments

The Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost | September 24, 2023 Service Leaflet LEAFLETS The Service Leaflet contains all you need to fully participate in each liturgy from home. NEWSLETTER The weekly cathedral newsletter contains important announcements, offerings, and events. Click here to add yourself to cathedral emails lists. ARCHIVES Video of past services can be seen here. Audio and printed text of sermons can be found here.

A Spirituality of Place: The Pilgrim’s Journey and Finding Home

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 23, 2023 with 1 Comment

UPDATED WITH VIDEO TWO WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 20 & 27, 2023, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall or Online via Zoom. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family) The Wisdom School 2023/24 Program Year Opening Plenary Presentation, Led by Dean Steve Thomason Place matters. It is the locus of spiritual purpose, whether at home, on the pilgrim’s way, or in the wilderness. It is the locus of belonging, of grounding, of meaning. The mystics remind us to “look deeply … Read More

40s/50s Fall Walk Through Capitol Hill Parks

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

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8, 12 P.M. (following the conclusion of the the 11 a.m. service), meet in the cathedral nave Following the 11 a.m. service on October 8, the 40s/50s Group will meet in the nave to have a quick snack before walking up and over Volunteer Park to Interlaken Park. Part city park, part city neighborhood, part urban greenway and forest, we’ll walk 2.5 miles through the north Capitol Hill area. Hopefully, the fall colors will be glowing by then! … Read More

Finding Hope in a World of Climate Change

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

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 8, 10:10–10:50 A.M., Bloedel Hall The Creation Care Ministry will host a Sunday morning forum that asks the question: How do we cultivate a deepening, evolving relationship with God that gives us the strength, vision, and courage to face climate changes in our world? Presenters will explore practices of the Spirit, and actions we can all take to nourish the planet. Be prepared to touch the roots of hope, community, and joy.

Queer Conversations

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

FOLLOWING EVENSONG ON THE FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH, 5:30 P.M., Leffler House Living Room Join the Queer in Christ ministry after Choral Evensong for “Queer Conversations”. We will meet following the conclusion of Evensong in Leffler Living Room, for refreshment, fellowship, and a discussion on a variety of topics. OCTOBER 1, 2023: We will be joined by Communications Director Gregory Bloch, who will lead us in a fascinating conversation about the queer history of Saint Mark’s. NOVEMBER 5, 2023: … Read More

Greenbelt Work Parties

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

FOUR SATURDAYS: SEPTEMBER 30, OCTOBER 14, OCTOBER 28, AND NOVEMBER 18, 2023, 10 A.M.–2 P.M. Parishioner Robert Hayden, longtime forest steward for the Saint Mark’s Greenbelt, led a wonderful tour through the Greenbelt last Sunday. Now it’s time to get our hands dirty! Work parties are scheduled every 2 weeks beginning Saturday, September 30, then October 14, October 28, and November 18. Each work party is limited to 18 people, and you MUST SIGN UP BEFOREHAND for each date. More details … Read More

20s/30s First Tuesday Centering Prayer and Dinner

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 19, 2023 with No Comments

FIRST TUESDAYS, SEPTEMBER THROUGH JUNE, 6 P.M., in Leffler House Come share a meal with us and practice sacred stillness with the wider cathedral community. On the first Tuesday of each month, join members of the 20s/30s group for a potluck dinner at 6pm in Leffler House. We will then join the Centering Prayer group from 7–8 p.m. No prior experience with Centering Prayer or meditation is required. Dinner will be a simple potluck—please bring a dish to share, but … Read More

Compline for the Feast of St. Hildegard of Bingen

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

Compline for the Feast of St Hildegard of Bingen | September 17, 2023 Order of Service | Each week’s repertoire is posted here The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/09/17/compline-2023-the-sixteenth-sunday-after-pentecost/ September 17, 2023 • The Commemoration of St. Hildegard of Bingen ORISON: O pastor animarum (antiphon, Mode I) – Hildegard of Bingen (1098-1179) PSALM 103: Plainsong, Tone VIII.5 HYMN: O ignee Spiritus (hymn, Mode I) – Hildegard of Bingen NUNC DIMITTIS: Plainsong, Tone III.4 ANTHEM: O speculum columbe … Read More

The Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost 2023

by Christopher Brown on September 17, 2023 with No Comments

The Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost Service Leaflet LEAFLETS The Service Leaflet contains all you need to fully participate in each liturgy from home. NEWSLETTER The weekly cathedral newsletter contains important announcements, offerings, and events. Click here to add yourself to cathedral emails lists. ARCHIVES Video of past services can be seen here. Audio and printed text of sermons can be found here.

A Reflection on Justice Work as Spiritual Practice

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

Justice Work as Spiritual Practice: Remarks on the Connection between Spiritual Life, Restorative Justice, and Hope Presented by The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty at the Restorative Justice Retreat, Saturday, September 9, 2023 As we begin our retreat today, let’s explore the context of our justice work – the water we swim in. The suffering and injustice active in the world is on full display. Climate change, weather refugees, and the impact on all of creation is real and … Read More

A Visit by The Rt. Rev. Ernie Moral, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of the Southern Philippines

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

GUEST SERMON: SUNDAY. SEPTEMBER 24, at the 9 and 11 a.m. services SPECIAL FORUM: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 7–8 P.M., Bloedel Hall and online via Zoom We are honored to welcome back Bishop Ernie Moral of the Episcopal Diocese of the Southern Philippines (EDSP). He will be our guest preacher at both the 9 and 11 a.m. services on Sunday, September 24. (The Diocese of Olympia partnered over 10 years ago with the EDSP to create the Carbon Offset Cooperative Mission, … Read More

2023 St. Francis Day Celebration & Blessing of the Animals

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

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7, 4:30 P.M., on the front lawn and labyrinth On Saturday, October 7, Saint Mark’s will once again offer its beloved Saint Francis Day tradition. A few years ago this offering was moved from Sunday morning to Saturday afternoon, and the outdoor celebration has a truly festive community atmosphere. Dogs, cats, bird, bunnies, ponies, chickens, and all creatures great and small are welcome! Music will be offered by the young choristers of Choir School, and The Rev. Linzi … Read More

Radix 11—Courageous Ancestors of Faith: Ruth & Esther

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

OPENING PLENARY: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15, 7–8 P.M., online via Zoom only SMALL GROUPS MEET: ONCE A WEEK STARTING THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 16, THROUGH NOVEMBER 26. Groups will meet online via Zoom OR in person. Registration required; deadline to register October 4. Sunday groups begin October 22 and conclude on November 26. Thursday groups will not meet on Thanksgiving, and will have their final meeting on November 30. The Radix Project is an opportunity to gather in small groups, share their … Read More

Candlelit Prayer with Music from Taizé | September 12, 2023

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

Prayer with Music from Taizé | Tuesday, September 12, 2023, 7 p.m. Service Leaflet LEAFLETSThe Service Leaflet contains all you need to fully participate in each liturgy from home.NEWSLETTERThe weekly cathedral newsletter contains important announcements, offerings, and events. Click here to add yourself to cathedral emails lists.ARCHIVES Video of past services can be seen here.Audio and printed text of sermons can be found here.

Fall 2023 Liturgical Ministers Training

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

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 10 A.M.-12 P.M., Bloedel Hall All current and aspiring liturgical ministers are invited to join a day of conversations and training on Saturday, September 23 in Bloedel Hall (note: not the Cathedral Nave). Dean Steve Thomason, Sacristan Michael Seewer, and others have redesigned the training from years past, so be prepared to have some fun, good conversation, and conclude with a simple lunch of soup and salad (vegan options available). All liturgical ministers are asked to attend one … Read More

Dementia and Spirituality: Hope on the Journey

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 12, 2023 with 2 Comments

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 2023, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall or Online via Zoom. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family). This forum is in collaboration with St. James Cathedral. Join online or in person at Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral for a conversation titled Dementia and Spirituality: Hope on the Journey. The evening will include a presentation from Dr. Thomas Grabowski from the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center followed by a panel conversation reflecting on dementia and … Read More

Bagel Bar – Brunch after Church

by Emily Meeks on September 11, 2023 with No Comments

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15, 12:30–2 P.M., Leffler House Join in for brunch and conversation following the 11am service. Newcomers are especially welcome. Bagels, cream cheese, fruit and yogurt will be provided – bring a spread, topping, or drink to share! Email Julia Cooper (julia7cooper@gmail.com) or Hilary McLeland-Wieser (hmcleland12@live.com).

Edible Hope Kitchen Prep

by Emily Meeks on September 11, 2023 with No Comments

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 5:30 P.M., at St. Luke’s in Ballard, 5710 22nd Ave NW, Seattle 98107 (Parking onsite available) Each day, Edible Hope serves up to 120 meals. Come help meal prep for their meal service with other young adults from St. Luke’s Ballard. Tasks will vary by the menu that week but there will be lots of opportunities to chop, dice and season food. Sign up by emailing Emily Meeks (emeeks@saintmarks.org). UPDATED WITH PHOTO

Compline on the 15th Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

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

Compline on the 15th Sunday after Pentecost | September 10, 2023 Order of Service | Each week’s repertoire is posted here The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/09/10/compline-2023-the-fifteenth-sunday-after-pentecost/ September 10, 2023 • The 15th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 18A) ORISON: Now cheer our hearts this eventide (Tune: Ach bleib bei uns) – Geistliche Lieder, Leipzig 1589; harm. J.S. Bach (1685–1750) PSALM 119:33–48 – Peter R. Hallock (1924–2014) HYMN: Book of books, our people’s strength (Tune: Liebster Jesu, … Read More