The new issue of The Rubric contains stories, reports, and reflection by, from, and about the community of Saint Mark’s during these extraordinary times. Read full-screen using the reader below, or download a full pdf here. Click the titles below to read individual stories. Contents of the Winter 2021 issue … Read More
Plenary prior to community book reading for Lent: SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1-2 P.M., via Zoom follow-up book discussion: WEDNESDAY, MARCH 24, 6:30 P.M. The Rev. Canon Walter Brownridge, Theologian-in-Residence, presents: Howard Thurman’s Jesus and the Disinherited Gather (via Zoom) on February 28 at 1 p.m. with Saint Mark’s Theologian-in-Residence, The … Read More
On Thursday, February 25, Associate Organist John Stuntebeck introduced the hymns which will be sung at the morning service of Holy Eucharist this coming Sunday, February 28, 2021, the Second Sunday in Lent. The hymns discussed are: “Take my life and let it be consecrated” [Hymn #707] “You laid aside … Read More
Cathedral Yoga Returns as a Monthly, Zoom-based Offering BEGINS MONDAY, MARCH 1, 5:30 P.M., via Zoom Last year on March 1 the final Cathedral Yoga gathering of 2020 was offered on the altar platform of Saint Mark’s. The following week, the class was suspended. Now, one year later to the … Read More
Sunday, March 7, 2021, 4:30 p.m. Saint Mark’s will offer Choral Evensong via live stream with the most singers permitted since the COVID lock down began in Seattle almost one year ago to the day. Twelve members of the Evensong Choir, fully masked and at least 9′ apart in all … Read More
Live Streams The Service Leaflet contains all you need to fully participate in each liturgy from home. Sunday, February 21, 11:00 a.m. • The First Sunday in Lent Service Leaflet Support the Mission and Ministry of Saint Mark’s Cathedral If you watch and enjoy our live-streamed or archived services, please … Read More
These coloring pages are based on passages from the Psalms. Click though, then download and print them here.
On Thursday, February 18, Canon Michael Kleinschmidt introduced the hymns and some of the service music which will be sung at the morning service of Holy Eucharist this coming Sunday, February 21, 2021, the First Sunday in Lent. The hymns discussed are: “Now let us all with one accord” [Hymn … Read More
Wednesday, February 17, 7:00 p.m. • Ash Wednesday Holy Eucharist with Imposition of Ashes Service Leaflet Support the Mission and Ministry of Saint Mark’s Cathedral If you watch and enjoy our live-streamed or archived services, please consider making a donation in support of the mission and ministry of this cathedral. … Read More
Wednesday, February 17, 12:00 p.m. Noon • Ash Wednesday Holy Eucharist with Imposition of Ashes Service Leaflet Support the Mission and Ministry of Saint Mark’s Cathedral If you watch and enjoy our live-streamed or archived services, please consider making a donation in support of the mission and ministry of this … Read More
The cathedral is blessed to be able to display the stunning sculptural interpretation of the traditional fourteen Stations of the Cross by artist Virginia Maksymowicz in the nave once again this year. This beautiful video of the “Way of the Cross” liturgy from the Book of Occasional Services was directed … Read More
The season of Lent has provided a certain rhythm to the lives of Christians for twenty centuries now. Through thick and thin, Lent is a steadfast part of the journey for people of all ages. Of course, this year will be different, but there is also an opportunity to return … Read More
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 10:30 A.M., via Zoom Join your Dean Steve, Canon Jennifer and Canon Nancy on Saturday, March 7 from 10:30-11:30 am on Zoom as we make pretzels together and learn why they are a Lenten tradition. Download the recipe here—you won’t need many ingredients, just flour, yeast, sugar, … Read More
What Lenten prayers are on your heart? We may be distanced from each other in these times, but we can share our prayers, a piece of ourselves, in community. All in the Saint Mark’s cathedral community are invited to contribute to a display of prayer banners around the labyrinth—a tangible … Read More
Sunday, February 14, 11 a.m. • The Last Sunday After the Epiphany, 2021 Service Leaflet Support the Mission and Ministry of Saint Mark’s Cathedral If you watch and enjoy our live-streamed or archived services, please consider making a donation in support of the mission and ministry of this cathedral. You … Read More
The following message was included in the February 2021 edition of Be Present at Our Table, the monthly newsletter of Children and Family Ministries at Saint Mark’s. Dear families, In the past year, the familiar heavy doors pictured above have not been swung open by little hands or harried parents … Read More
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 17 LIVESTREAM LITURGIES AT NOON and 7 P.M. Service leaflets for these services: Noon service | 7 p.m. serivce Ash Wednesday will look and feel different this year, but its meaning is more relevant than ever. In this brief (4-minute) video, Dean Thomason explores the significance of this … Read More
The schedule of Lent and Easter special liturgies, events, and opportunities can now be found on the Lent, Holy Week, and Easter 2021 page on the cathedral website. There are some events that are still being finalized, so check back for more information as the season unfolds. Highlights include: Ash … Read More
TRAININGS VIA ZOOM RUN FROM 6 A.M. TO 1 P.M. PACIFIC TIME SELECTION OF DATES AVAILABLE, BEGINNING APRIL 17 CATHEDRAL DISCUSSION GATHERING ON WEDNESDAY, MAY 12 While the world is meeting via Zoom, the Saint Mark’s community has an opportunity to participate in Dismantling Racism Trainings with The Absalom Jones … Read More
WEDNESDAYS IN LENT, BEGINNING FEBRUARY 24, 4:30 P.M., via Zoom During the season of Lent, the choristers of the Choir School will host a weekly Evensong service over Zoom on Wednesdays at 4:30 p.m. All are welcome! Take a break in your week to be led in prayer by the … Read More
Quartets resume February 17, at the 7 p.m. Ash Wednesday liturgy. After a three-month hiatus during which only vocal soloists were permitted to sing during religious services, updated guidelines now once again allow small groups of singers to sing in harmony. (See Governor Inslee’s Proclamation 20-25.12 and the updated Religious and … Read More
BEGINS FEBRUARY 24, then EVERY WEDNESDAY AT 8:30 A.M. via Zoom Beginning on February 24, Saint Mark’s will offer an additional service of Morning Prayer each week! At 8:30 a.m. on February 24, and every Wednesday thereafter, join us on Zoom for Morning Prayer, led by one of the lay … Read More
On Thursday, February 11, Associate Organist John Stuntebeck introduced the hymn to be sung at the morning liturgy this coming Sunday, February 14, The Last Sunday after the Epiphany (and the last Sunday before Lent). This introduction was presented live on Facebook. The hymns discussed are: “Christ upon the mountain … Read More
During Black History Month, check out the resources and materials made available at The Conscious Kid, an education, research, and policy organization that promotes healthy racial identity development in youth. Here are some quick tips from them: Name and take action against white supremacy with kids as early and as … Read More
BEGINS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2021, 12:30–2 P.M., via Zoom A series for newcomers and inquirers. Please visit the Inquirers Class page for complete description and additional updates. The current series will meet at 12:30 p.m. on: February 14 February 21 February 28 March 7 March 14 March 21 March 28 … Read More