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The Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on October 3, 2021 with No Comments

The 19th Sunday after Pentecost, 20201 Service Leaflet | LEAFLETS The Service Leaflet contains all you need to fully participate in each liturgy from home. COFFEE HOUR Due to updated masking requirements coffee will be served on the front patio, weather permitting. Monthly Newcomers Coffee (first Sunday of every month only): Immediately following the Sunday morning service, come meet people and ask questions at a special virtual coffee hour with clergy over Zoom. Join using this link. The next offering … Read More

The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology Convocation | October 2, 2021, 10 a.m.

by Christopher Brown on October 2, 2021 with No Comments

The Seattle School of Theology & Psychology Convocation | October 2, 2021, 10 a.m. Service Leaflet LEAFLETS The Service Leaflet contains all you need to fully participate in each liturgy from home. COFFEE HOUR Due to updated masking requirements coffee will be served on the front patio, weather permitting. Monthly Newcomers Coffee (first Sunday of every month only): Immediately following the Sunday morning service, come meet people and ask questions at a special virtual coffee hour with clergy over Zoom. … Read More

Blessing of the Animals, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on October 2, 2021 with No Comments

St Francis Celebration and Blessing of the Animals | Saturday, October 2, 2021, 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. OTHER WAYS TO WATCH If you experience any problems with the video player on this page, you may wish to try joining the simultaneous stream on Facebook … Read More

A Celebration of the Life of Marilyn Jane Dauber | October 2, 2021, 2 p.m.

by Christopher Brown on October 2, 2021 with No Comments

A Celebration of the Life of Marilyn Jane Dauber | October 2, 2021, 2 p.m. Service Leaflet LEAFLETS The Service Leaflet contains all you need to fully participate in each liturgy from home. COFFEE HOUR Due to updated masking requirements coffee will be served on the front patio, weather permitting. Monthly Newcomers Coffee (first Sunday of every month only): Immediately following the Sunday morning service, come meet people and ask questions at a special virtual coffee hour with clergy over … Read More

Connections: The American Friends of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on October 1, 2021 with No Comments

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 10, 10:10-10:50 A.M., in person in Bloedel Hall or via Zoom Hosted by the Mideast Focus Ministry, Saint Mark’s welcomes John Lent, Executive Director of American Friends of the Diocese of Jerusalem, for a conversation about the work of AFEDJ in the West Bank and Gaza and an up-close assessment of the current situation in Israel-Palestine and the broader region. The Cathedral and Diocese have long been supporters of AFEDJ; currently Bishop Rickel serves as chair of the board, … Read More

Wisdom School 21/22 Opening Plenary: A Spirituality of Desire

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 30, 2021 with No Comments

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2021, 6:45 P.M.–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall and via Zoom. Dean Thomason introduces the theme for The Wisdom School at Saint Mark’s 21/22 program year. Desire is often understood as existing in the realm of carnal experience, and is therefore to be denied or rejected. But mystics know a deeper truth—that desire is at the core of our spiritual awareness and informs all that we do and are, in response to God’s desire for us, … Read More

Compline on the 18th Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 27, 2021 with No Comments

Compline on The 18th Sunday after Pentecost | September 26, 2021, 9:30 p.m. See the Order of Service here. Each week’s repertoire can be found here. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE Compline is open to all for in-person attendance as of August 22, 2021. Masks must be worn at all times. OTHER WAYS TO WATCH If you experience any problems with the video player on this page, you may wish to try joining the simultaneous stream on Facebook or YouTube instead. COFFEE HOUR Monthly … Read More

The Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 26, 2021 with No Comments

September 26, 2021 | The Eighteenth 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. OTHER WAYS TO WATCH If you experience any problems with the video player on this page, you may wish to try joining the simultaneous stream on Facebook or YouTube instead. ARCHIVES Video of … Read More

2021 St. Francis Day Outdoor Liturgy with Blessing of the Animals

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 25, 2021 with No Comments

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2021, 4:30 P.M., on the outdoor labyrinth and front lawn On Saturday, October 2, 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! The event will again feature contributions from acclaimed Seattle musician James Falzone, and … Read More

Code Red For Humanity: Reflections on the IPCC Report 6th Assessment Report on Climate Change

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 25, 2021 with No Comments

UPDATED WITH VIDEO OF THE EVENT WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 7 P.M. via Zoom The recent IPCC report shows that heating from humans has caused irreparable damage to Earth that could worsen in the years to come. Come learn about causes, potential impacts and response options while reflecting how we may find hope in our collective efforts for change. Saint Mark’s parishioner and American Geophysical Union president-elect Lisa Graumlich will lead us in making sense of these findings and explore how … Read More

Wendy Claire Barrie Called as New Canon for Intergenerational Ministries

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 23, 2021 with 5 Comments

A Message from Dean Thomason Dear friends, It is my great delight to announce that Wendy Claire Barrie has accepted the call to serve as Canon for Intergenerational Ministries at Saint Mark’s Cathedral in Seattle. She will begin her work November 1, 2021. Her visionary leadership and vast experience in lifelong spiritual formation and her passion for intergenerational ministry will complement the many gifts our formation team already brings into these areas, and as a lay person herself, she has a keen … Read More

20s/30s: Art and Jazz Event

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 23, 2021 with No Comments

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 14, 7:30 P.M., at Epiphany Parish in Madrona Join an evening of Art & Jazz with other young adults from around the Diocese (7:30–9 p.m.). View art from local artists affiliated with Vibrant Palette Art Center and listen to jazz piano from Jeremy Bacon in the Chapel at Epiphany Parish, Seattle. Artwork will be available for purchase to support Vibrant Palette’s mission to empower artists with disabilities and build a more inclusive arts community in Seattle. Light refreshments … Read More

Sunday Stairway Walks for 20s/30s

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 23, 2021 with No Comments

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2021, 2 P.M.–5:15 P.M., pre-registration required (PREVIOUS WALKS OCCURRED ON JULY 11, AUGUST 8 & SEPTEMBER 26, 2021) Did you know that Seattle has 650 publicly accessible stairways? In the early 1900s, property developers in hilly Seattle would construct public stairways for convenience and to improve access to trolly lines. Now, these scenic passageways provide opportunities to discover off-the-path views through Seattle neighborhoods. Join with other young adults from around the Diocese of Olympia to explore and … Read More

Compline on the 17th Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 19, 2021 with No Comments

Compline on The 17th Sunday after Pentecost | September 19, 2021, 9:30 p.m. See the Order of Service here. Each week’s repertoire can be found here. The 17th Sunday after Pentecost (Proper 20B) ORISON: Now cheer our hearts this eventide (Tune: ACH BLEIB BEI UNS) – Geistliche Lieder, Leipzig, 1589; harm. Johann Sebastian Bach (1685-1750) PSALM 54 – Jason A. Anderson (b. 1976) HYMN: Lord, whose love through humble service (Tune: SAINT HELENA) – Calvin Hampton (1938-1984) NUNC DIMITTIS – Plainsong, … Read More

Funeral Liturgy for Matthew Briggs | Sunday, September 19, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 19, 2021 with No Comments

Funeral Liturgy for Matthew Briggs | Sunday, September 19, 2021 Service Leaflet | The video can also be viewed, and a video file downloaded, at its dedicated Vimeo page: vimeo.com/609194618 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. OTHER WAYS TO WATCH If you experience any problems with the video player on … Read More

The Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 19, 2021 with No Comments

September 19, 2021 | The Seventeenth 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. OTHER WAYS TO WATCH If you experience any problems with the video player on this page, you may wish to try joining the simultaneous stream on Facebook or YouTube instead. ARCHIVES Video of … Read More

Funeral Liturgy for Mary Baldwin Kennedy | September 17, 2021

by Christopher Brown on September 17, 2021 with No Comments

Funeral Liturgy for Mary Baldwin Kennedy | September 17, 2021, 4:00pm 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. OTHER WAYS TO WATCH If you experience any problems with the video player on this page, you may wish to try joining the simultaneous stream on Facebook or YouTube instead. ARCHIVES … Read More

Jim Pannell to leave his role as Director of Operations

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 17, 2021 with No Comments

A Message from Dean Thomason Dear friends, Cathedral Director of Operations Jim Pannell has resigned to take a new role in San Francisco which he describes in some detail below. We are sad to see him leave, but we wish him well in his new ventures. He came to Seattle from San Francisco just two years ago, and the pandemic intervened just months after he arrived, but he pressed through with grace and good will, and we are grateful for … Read More

Meet your Cathedral Yoga Instructor!

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 15, 2021 with 2 Comments

Wendy first came to Saint Mark’s in 1996, and has been involved in Cathedral Yoga since its very beginning in 2013. For those who think that yoga teachers are all super-flexible contortionists, it may be interesting to know that Wendy has both scoliosis and spinal stenosis. In 2020, after experiencing terrible pain, she went through serious back surgery— a laminectomy in the lumbar region. After a lot of healing she is now pain-free and practicing yoga as she has been for … Read More

20s/30s Pop-up “Questioning Together” and Compline

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 15, 2021 with No Comments

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3, 7:30 p.m. in Leffler House Where is God When Bad Things Happen? We’ll discuss this previously discussed question in the lens of a pandemic year in a special edition of Questioning Together. Join us for a BYO dinner and conversation at 7:30 p.m. (bring your own, drinks provided) followed by an hour of Questioning Together starting at 8 p.m. For those interested, a group will go to Compline together at 9:30 p.m. Questions? Email Emily Meeks (emcmeeks@gmail.com) … Read More

Seattle Service Corps “Pantry Pounding” and Porch Reception

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 15, 2021 with No Comments

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 26, 12 P.M., Leffler porch Join the Seattle Service Corps on the front porch of Leffler after the 11 a.m. service for conversation and refreshments hosted by the newly-arrived 2021–2022 cohort! All are invited to bring a “Pantry Pounding” gift to help provision the service corps for the coming year. The wish list items may be seen and signed up for here. Gifts that you can sign up for include kitchen staples like flour, sugar, and oil, but … Read More

Autumnal Poetry Reading, hosted by Creation Care

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 15, 2021 with No Comments

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3, 10:10-10:50 A.M., Bloedel Hall Fall is upon us with leaves changing, crisper nights, and fruits for foraging. Drawing from a selection of autumnal poems, parishioner and English professor Doug Thorpe will guide us in a time of reading and reflection to discover creation themes and connections. View a PDF of the poetry read at the event here.

Choral Evensong in Celebration of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 15, 2021 with No Comments

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 3, 4:30 P.M., in person and livestreamed Continuing the celebration of Creation launched with the Blessing of Animals on October 2, Saint Mark’s Cathedral commemorates the lives of Saints Clare and Francis of Assisi in Choral Evensong on the Eve of the Feast of Saint Francis. The intergenerational Evensong Choir will offer H. Walford Davies’ magical setting of Psalm 121, I lift up my eyes to the hills, John Rutter’s beloved setting of For the beauty of the … Read More

Compline on the 16th Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 12, 2021 with No Comments

Compline on The 16th Sunday after Pentecost | September 12, 2021, 9:30 p.m. See the Order of Service here. Each week’s repertoire can be found here. ORISON: Hope of the world, thou Christ of great compassion (Tune: DONNE SECOURS) – mel. from Trente quatre pseaumes de David, 1551; harm. Claude Goudimel (c. 1514-1572) PSALM 116 – Peter R. Hallock (1924-2014) [Psalter, p. 171] HYMN 160: Cross of Jesus, cross of sorrow (Tune: CROSS OF JESUS) – John Stainer (1840-1901) NUNC DIMITTIS … Read More

The Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Christopher Brown on September 12, 2021 with No Comments

September 12, 2021 | 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. OTHER WAYS TO WATCH If you experience any problems with the video player on this page, you may wish to try joining the simultaneous stream on Facebook or YouTube instead. ARCHIVES Video of … Read More