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Thanksgiving Day Eucharist and Virtual Community Gathering

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 19, 2020 with No Comments

HOLY EUCHARIST: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 10 A.M., streaming at saintmarks.org/livestream Join Canon Nancy Ross and Canon Jennifer King Daugherty via livestream at 10 a.m. on Thanksgiving Day for a service of Holy Eucharist, with prayers of gratitude for the abundance of the harvest and all the blessings of this life. Music will be offered by Canon Kleinschmidt and Associate Musician Rebekah Gilmore. VIRTUAL COMMUNITY GATHERING WITH DEAN STEVE THOMASON: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 11:30 A.M.–12 P.M. (following the livestream Eucharist), via … Read More

Introduction to Sunday’s Hymns: November 22, 2020

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 18, 2020 with No Comments

On Thursday, November 19, Associate Musician John Stuntebeck introduced the hymns to be sung at the livestreamed service of Holy Eucharist at 11 a.m. this Sunday, November 22, The Last Sunday After Pentecost and the Feast of Christ the King. He also discusses the hymns for the 10 a.m. liturgy on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 26. The Hymns discussed are: “” (#), “”(#555), and “Now thank we all our God” (#397). The hymns discussed are: Crown him with many crowns … Read More

Mirabai Starr Returns to Saint Mark’s

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 17, 2020 with 7 Comments

UPDATE: The leaflet for the concluding liturgy of this event may now be downloaded here: Luminous Night: Concluding Liturgy SATURDAY, DECEMBER 5, 9:30-11:30 A.M., via Zoom (no fee; registration required) Hosted by Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral. Luminous Night: A Spirituality of Loss, Grief, and Hope Renowned interspiritual teacher Mirabai Starr returns to Saint Mark’s on December 5 to offer a virtual workshop on loss, grief, and hope. She will share teachings from the mystics of various traditions that illumine … Read More

Robert and Laura Ellen Muglia Present the Largest Gift in Saint Mark’s History

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 16, 2020 with No Comments

Read Dean Thomason’s message to the parish regarding this exciting news. More information about the future of the St. Nicholas property can be found here. Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Receives an Extraordinary Gift SEATTLE, WA— Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral, Seattle, has received a major gift from long-time cathedral members Laura Ellen and Bob Muglia. Seventeen years ago, the cathedral joined with The Laura Ellen and Robert Muglia Family Foundation to acquire the St. Nicholas Building, a historic school building immediately … Read More

Alternative Giving 2020: Online Christmas Giving Tree

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 16, 2020 with No Comments

UPDATE! The generosity of Saint Mark’s parishioners to the 2020 Alternative Giving opportunity was overwhelming. The cathedral ended up sending more gift cards to Casa Latina and Lowell Elementary than they asked for! For Lowell Elementary and Casa Latina, you gave $14,700—for a total of 588 gift cards, and that does NOT include gifts to Mary’s Place (which collected donations directly). Know that our friends at Casa Latina and Lowell were so heartened—responding a resounding “WOW” and “That’s incredible!” THANK … Read More

The Twenty-Fourth Sunday After Pentecost, 2020

by Christopher Brown on November 15, 2020 with 1 Comment

November 15, 11:00 a.m. The Twenty-Fourth Sunday After Pentecost 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 may also donate using the Venmo mobile app from your smartphone (search for @SaintMarksCathedralSeattle ) Thank you for your generosity.

“Pop-Up” Eucharist for Small Groups

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 12, 2020 with No Comments

UPDATE: With the current surge in COVID cases, Pop-Up Eucharists have been postponed for safety’s sake. Please check back in the New Year, for rescheduling when it is safe to gather again. The cathedral buildings are closed, but the Saint Mark’s community remains active, connected, and committed to the spiritual journey together. As we turn toward Thanksgiving, Advent, and Christmas, one new way to give thanks to God and nurture our common life is through hosting a “Pop-Up” Eucharist! Parishioners … Read More

“Blue Christmas” Candlelight Prayer with Clergy

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 12, 2020 with No Comments

UPDATE: At this time, all the slots on Thursday afternoon have been claimed. Please call Erik Donner at 206-323-0300 x217 to schedule an alternative time to come to the nave. THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 4–8 p.m. by reservationor another day by appointment;. Saint Mark’s has a long-standing tradition of holding space for “Blue Christmas” – prayerful care and companionship for those who find the holiday season a painful or difficult time. This year, we offer two particular opportunities to offer grief … Read More

Introduction to Sunday’s Hymns: November 15, 2020

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 12, 2020 with No Comments

On Thursday, November 12, Canon Michael Kleinschmidt introduced the hymns that will be sung at the morning service this coming Sunday, November 15. This introduction was presented live on Facebook. The hymns discussed are: Christ whose glory fills the skies [Hymn #7] Rise up, ye saints of God! [Hymn #551] …plus a few words about the the All-Parish Virtual Choir. Submissions are due this Sunday; please participate! Join us in the future on Thursdays at 4 p.m. for another live … Read More

Altar in the World: A Pre-Thanksgiving Offering of Service and Prayer

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 11, 2020 with No Comments

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 10–11:30 A.M. (mini-pilgrimage), 12 P.M. (prayer service) Watch video of the concluding prayer service: Service Leaflet As the season changes and the weather becomes colder, Saint Mark’s offers an opportunity to remember and be of service to those in our community who lack safe and secure shelter. Participants will create small care packages, known as “Manna Bags,” containing items that people experiencing homelessness themselves have said are most useful to them. The act of assembling these bags … Read More

A Message of Gratitude from the Saint Mark’s Stewardship Ministry

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 11, 2020 with No Comments

The members of the Stewardship Ministry of Saint Mark’s Cathedral have made the following video message to express their gratitude for all who have participated in this year’s annual Stewardship campaign. Please take a moment to watch, including a bit of special music played by Canon Kleinschmidt at the end. You can still make your annual pledge! Please visit saintmarks.org/stewardship, or contact Erik Donner in the cathedral office: edonner@saintmarks.org or 206.323.0300 x217.

The 2020 “O” Antiphons Serivce

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 11, 2020 with No Comments

UPDATE: The full video of this year’s service may be seen below. Download this year’s service leaflet here. Scroll down for more information! SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 7 P.M., livestreamed at saintmarks.org/livestream 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 structured around … Read More

Cathedral Bees Update—Fall 2020

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 10, 2020 with No Comments

We are happy to report that we continue to have two thriving hives on the roof of Bloedel Hall. We are especially grateful for the steady help and interest of Jaime Rubio. He has given our bees the extra daily attention they’ve needed this season. It’s been enjoyable to watch the hives flourish. We witness healthy behavior including the bees fanning their wings to regulate temperature in the hive. We continue to see lots of yellow pollen coming in. It … Read More

Film Screening and Discussion: 2040

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 10, 2020 with No Comments

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2020, 1-3 P.M. Film available upon registration 11/13-11/22 Now, more than ever, we need positive voices in the ecological crisis. Join people from around the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia to see director Damon Gameau’s “exercise in fact-based dreaming” titled 2040. The film takes a solutions-based approach to how we can, using the technology we already have, mitigate the enormous global issues we currently face. The main themes/solutions looked at in the film are around: empowerment of women and girls; marine … Read More

The Twenty-Third Sunday After Pentecost, 2020

by Christopher Brown on November 8, 2020 with No Comments

November 8, 11:00 a.m. The Twenty-Third Sunday After Pentecost 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 may also donate using the Venmo mobile app from your smartphone (search for @SaintMarksCathedralSeattle ) Thank you for your generosity.

Creation Care Interview: Dr. Lisa Graumlich

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 6, 2020 with 2 Comments

Dr. Lisa Graumlich, in conversation with Kylee Krida Lisa Graumlich is dean emeritus of the College of the Environment at the University of Washington. She has devoted her career to studying the causes and impacts of climate change, with a special focus on using paleoecological records such as tree-rings to understand the magnitude of human impacts. She is passionate about science communication, and she speaks frequently on climate change impacts and adaptation. She has testified on long-term climate variability before … Read More

Introduction to Sunday’s Hymns: November 8, 2020

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 5, 2020 with No Comments

On Thursday, November 5, Associate Organist John Stuntebeck introduced the hymns that will be sung at the 11 a.m. morning liturgy on November 8, 2020, the Twenty-third Sunday after Pentecost. This introduction was presented live on Facebook. The hymns discussed are: Signs of endings all around us [Wonder, Love, & Praise #721] Lift up your heads, ye mighty gates [Hymn #436] … followed by a few words by John about upcoming virtual choir offerings. Join us in the future on … Read More

Post-Election Book Discussion: Love Is the Way: Holding on to Hope in Troubling Times

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 1, 2020 with 1 Comment

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 7–8:00 P.M. Post-Election Book Discussion: Love Is the Way: Holding on to Hope in Troubling Times – Presiding Bishop Michael Curry’s New Book! Let’s gather after the election and talk about hope for the future in a real, Jesus-centered way! As the descendant of slaves and the son of a civil rights activist, Presiding Bishop Michael Curry’s life illustrates massive changes in our times. In his new book, he uses the prism of his faith, ancestry, and … Read More

Hymn Sing! Hosted by Dean Thomason and Canon Kleinschmidt

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 1, 2020 with 1 Comment

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 4:30-5:30 P.M. Join in an old-fashioned Hymn Sing via new-fashioned Zoom. Hymn requests from any hymnal will be welcomed. (For this occasion, please do not request Advent or Christmas hymns; opportunities to sing those are coming soon!) The Zoom link for this event is found here. Use this form to request ONE favorite hymn. This is a first-come, first-served process; act fast!

YOUR Voice is Needed—O Come O Come Emmanuel

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 1, 2020 with No Comments

UPDATE: The video had its premiere at the conclusion of the “O” Antiphons liturgy, and watching it was a meaningful and moving experience for many. Huge thanks to everyone who participated, including community members from across the country and around the world! The completed video can be seen below, or with the other recent offerings on the Virtual Choir Video Collection page. You—yes, YOU—are invited to be part of a video offering of “O come, O come, Emmanuel,” the closing … Read More

The Feast of All Saints, 2020

by Christopher Brown on November 1, 2020 with No Comments

November 1, 11:00 a.m. The Feast of All Saints, Holy Eucharist with Renewal of Baptismal Vows 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 may also donate using the Venmo mobile app from your smartphone (search for @SaintMarksCathedralSeattle ) Thank you for your generosity.

Reversing Global Warming: Introduction to “Drawdown” for People of Faith

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on November 1, 2020 with No Comments

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m., Free Zoom meeting. More information/register: https://drawdown4people-of-faith.eventbrite.com If you’re concerned about climate change, join others from around the Diocese for a virtual gathering to look into how you — and your congregation — can make a difference. We’ll hear from Drawdown Seattle’s founding director, Scott Henson, about Project Drawdown—a scientific study that identified 100 solutions that together, could actually reverse global warming by 2050. Then, spend time in dialogue with others to identify the vital role … Read More

A Service of Baptism on the Feast of All Saints

by Christopher Brown on November 1, 2020 with No Comments

November 1, 9:00 a.m. A Service of Baptism on the Feast of All Saints 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 may also donate using the Venmo mobile app from your smartphone (search for @SaintMarksCathedralSeattle ) Thank you for your generosity.

Choral Evensong on the Feast of All Saints, 2020

by Christopher Brown on November 1, 2020 with No Comments

November 1, 4:30 p.m. Choral Evensong on The Feast of All Saints and the Eve of the Commemoration of All Faithful Departed 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 may also donate using the Venmo mobile app from your smartphone (search for @SaintMarksCathedralSeattle ) Thank you for your generosity.

An Invitation from the Presiding Bishop

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on October 30, 2020 with No Comments

Are you discerning a year with Episcopal Service Corps? This video from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry talks about the courage to serve, and that it is in spaces like ESC where the real work of “doing church” takes place. The “PB” is behind ESC all the way, and it’s worth listening to his wisdom and words of encouragement, particularly in light of the challenges of COVID-19.