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The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

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

The Seventh Sunday after Pentecost, 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.

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

UPDATED WITH VIDEO 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 … Read More

Choir Camp 2023 Concluding Evensong Liturgy

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

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

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

Compline on the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost 2023

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

Compline on the Sixth Sunday after Pentecost | July 9, 2023 Order of Service | Each week’s repertoire is posted here The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/07/09/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; … Read More

The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

by Christopher Brown on July 9, 2023 with No Comments

The Sixth Sunday after Pentecost, 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.

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 … Read More

The Women’s Compline Choir 2023

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

Click below to enlarge a feature from The Rubric about the first Women’s Compline Choir services: UPDATED 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, … Read More

Intergenerational Hike on the Naches Peak Loop

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

UPDATED WITH PHOTOS 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 … Read More

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 … Read More

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 … Read More

Compline on the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

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

Compline on the Fifth Sunday after Pentecost | July 2, 2023 Order of Service | Each week’s repertoire is posted here The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/07/02/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 … Read More

Taizé Prayer in commemoration of Pauli Murray | July 2, 2023

by Christopher Brown on July 2, 2023 with No Comments

Taizé Prayer in commemoration of Pauli Murray | July 2, 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.

The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

by Christopher Brown on July 2, 2023 with No Comments

The Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, 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.

Oxbow Farm CSA Pickup at the Cathedral

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

UPDATED 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, … Read More

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 … Read More

Compline observing the Nativity of John the Baptist, 2023

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

Compline observing the Feast of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist (tr.) | June 25, 2023 Order of Service | Each week’s repertoire is posted here The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/06/25/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 … Read More

The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

by Christopher Brown on June 25, 2023 with No Comments

The Fourth Sunday after Pentecost, 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.

Projecting Justice: Protect Trans Lives

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

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

Ordinations to the Sacred Order of Priests | June 21, 2023,

by Christopher Brown on June 21, 2023 with No Comments

Ordinations to the Sacred Order of Priests | June 21, 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.

Compline on the Third Sunday after Pentecost 2023

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

Compline for Pentecost 3 | June 18, 2023 Order of Service | Each week’s repertoire is posted here The Order of Service and repertoire may be found at: complineunderground.wordpress.com/2023/06/18/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. … Read More

The Third Sunday after Pentecost, 2023

by Christopher Brown on June 18, 2023 with No Comments

The Third Sunday after Pentecost, 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.

Juneteenth Liturgy 2023

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

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

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 … Read More