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The Rev. Eliacín Rosario-Cruz called as Cathedral Canon

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 8, 2021 with 3 Comments

A Message from Dean Thomason Dear friends, It is my great delight to share the exciting news that The Reverend Eliacín Rosario-Cruz has accepted the call to serve as Canon and Priest Associate at Saint Mark’s Cathedral. Eliacín (pronounced “ay-lee-uh-SEEN”) is no stranger to Saint Mark’s, having served as Adult Faith Formation Associate here 2005–2008, and he was ordained a priest in the cathedral in 2015. Since ordination he has served St. Luke’s~San Lucas Episcopal Church in Vancouver, WA, and, … Read More

Compline on the 15th Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 5, 2021 with No Comments

Compline on The 15th Sunday after Pentecost | September 5, 2021, 9:30 p.m. See the Order of Service here. Each week’s repertoire can be found here. The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost ORISON: Maker of all things, God most high – Thomas Tallis (c. 1505-1585) PSALM 146 – Plainsong, Tone IV.2 HYMN: Abide with me (Tune: Eventide) – William Henry Monk (1823-1889) NUNC DIMITTIS: from The First Service – Plainsong, Tone IV; harm. Philip Moore (b. 1943) ANTHEM: Look down, O Lord – William Byrd (c. 1540-1623) Jason Anderson, director • J. … Read More

The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 5, 2021 with No Comments

September 5, 2021 | The Fifteenth 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

Pastoral Care Hotline Update: New Number

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

Update 2024: Please note that the information below is no longer accurate. Find the current accurate information here. The phone number for the Pastoral Care Emergency line has changed. Saint Mark’s parishioners in need of urgent spiritual care can call the cathedral main phone number (206.323.0300), and then request extension 100. A member of the clergy will answer, or call back as soon as possible. Outside of normal office hours, this information will be included in the outgoing voicemail message. … Read More

Radix 6 Opening Plenary: Encounters with God in Times of Transition

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

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 7–8:30 P.M., via Zoom This fall, the theme for Radix 6, Encounters with God in Times of Transition, draws inspiration from selected scripture stories and accompanying artwork to invite reflection on current events and how we live and move and have our being in this time. All are welcome to the opening Plenary Presentation, whether or not you plan to participate in the small groups. Register to receive the Zoom link for the Plenary using this link. (This is different than … Read More

Intergenerational Hike to Twin Falls

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on September 2, 2021 with 3 Comments

UPDATE: Check out the Creation-themed liturgy shared at the event here, and some photos below: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 2021, 2 –5:30 P.M. Let’s hike together! All ages are welcome on this 3 mile roundtrip hike to Twin Falls as we take time to connect, move and pray in nature after church. We’ll meet at the trailhead at 2 p.m. and finish by 5:30 p.m. Bring your water, snacks and appropriate gear – we recommend good hiking shoes, layers, sunscreen and … Read More

Liturgical Ministers Training

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

Online Liturgical Ministers Training, September 18 On Saturday, September 18 from 9-noon is a recommended Liturgical Ministers Training on Zoom for everyone, including those who are interested in getting involved in liturgy for the first time. Every liturgical minister is asked to attend this training once every three years. (We offer this training twice a year: in Eastertide, and after Labor Day). If you are able to attend and you haven’t yet registered, please sign up here, and you will … Read More

Friends Talking—Dean Thomason and Buddhist Monk Tan Nisabho

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

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 10:10–10:50 A.M., Bloedel Hall The first Sunday Forum of the fall will feature a conversation with Buddhist monk Venerable Nisabho who is seeking to establish a Thai Forest Monastery in the Seattle area and is gathering people at Saint Mark’s for meditation, teachings and breathing practices. Tan Nisabho and Dean Steve are exploring together cross-cultural and interfaith expressions of contemplative practices, including Christian centering prayer. There will be time for those present to engage Nisabho with your … Read More

Compline on the 14th Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on August 29, 2021 with No Comments

Compline on The 14th Sunday after Pentecost | August 22, 2021, 9:30 p.m. See the Order of Service here. Each week’s repertoire can be found here. ORISON: Now cheer our hearts this eventide – Nathan Jensen (b. 1968) PSALM 15 (Setting I) – Peter R. Hallock (1924-2014) HYMN: Now the day is over (Tune: Merrial) – Joseph Barnby (1838-1896) NUNC DIMITTIS: Plainsong, Tone VI; harm. Lodovico da Viadana (ca. 1560-1627) ANTHEM: Salva nos, Domine, vigilantes – Jean Mouton (ca. 1459-1522) Jason Anderson, director • Joel Matter, reader • Joel Bevington, cantor IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE Compline … Read More

The Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Christopher Brown on August 29, 2021 with No Comments

August 29, 2021 | The Fourteenth 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 Sandra Smith | Saturday, August 28, 2021

by Christopher Brown on August 28, 2021 with No Comments

Funeral Liturgy for Sandra Smith | Saturday, August 28, 2021 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 … Read More

Community Conversation on the Formation Consultant’s Report

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on August 28, 2021 with No Comments

UPDATE: Community Forum on WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 6:30–8 p.m., via Zoom Community Conversation on the Formation Consultant’s Report In May and early June of this year, we held several Listening Groups with our Formation Consultant, Jamie Martin Currie, who captured a great deal of information and insights from these groups and the parish survey (which had more than 200 providing input). Thanks to all who participated. The report delivered in late June has a great deal of information and several … Read More

Back-to-School Picnic on the Cathedral Lawn with Backpack Blessing

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on August 28, 2021 with No Comments

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2021, 6-7:30 P.M. We all know that the last year and a half has been hard for everyone, but especially for kids. Now, as the new school year looms, many challenges remain. To mark this milestone, all are welcome to a back-to-school gathering on Friday evening, September 3—to reconnect in person, to have some fun together, and to lift up and honor the amazing kids of our community. Bring a blanket and your own picnic dinner. The … Read More

Special Parish Forum on the Statement of Lament and Commitment to Action

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on August 28, 2021 with No Comments

UPDATE: This event has been rescheduled for November 17, 2021. Learn more and register here. WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2021, 6:30–8 p.m. Hybrid gathering: in Bloedel Hall and via Zoom (registration requested for either option so we can plan accordingly) Earlier this year the Vestry unanimously adopted the Statement of Lament and Commitment to Action as a guide for our important work as individuals and community as we strive for justice and peace and respect for every human being. It is … Read More

Compline on the 13th Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on August 22, 2021 with No Comments

Compline on The 13th Sunday after Pentecost | August 22, 2021, 9:30 p.m. See the Order of Service here. Each week’s repertoire can be found here. This liturgy is the first service of Compline at Saint Mark’s to be open to the public since March, 2020. The Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost ORISON: The shadows of the evening hours – Erin Aas (b. 1974) PSALM 34:15-22 – Plainsong, Tone V.2 HYMN: God, that madest earth and heaven (Tune: Ar hyd y nos) – Welsh melody; arr. Ralph … Read More

The Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Christopher Brown on August 22, 2021 with No Comments

August 22, 2021 | The Thirteenth 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

Mask Mandate UPDATE, August 19, 2021

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

Beginning August 22, 2021, masks are again required for everyone while inside the cathedral building. A Message from Saint Mark’s Cathedral—August 19. 2021 As you are likely already aware, on Wednesday, August 18, Governor Inslee and the Washington State Department of Health issued updated guidance in light of spiking number of COVID cases and the increased transmissibility of the Delta variant. The new order requires everyone, regardless of vaccination status, to wear a face mask in all public indoor settings. … Read More

Compline on the Feast of St Mary the Virgin, 2021

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

Compline on The Feast of St Mary the Virgin | August 15, 2021, 9:30 p.m. See the Order of Service here. Each week’s repertoire can be found here. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE Compline will reopen for in-person attendance on August 22, 2021. Sunday morning services are now open to all without pre-registration. 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 … Read More

The twelfth Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Christopher Brown on August 15, 2021 with No Comments

August 1, 2021 | The Twelfth 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 Josephine Barnes | Wednesday, August 11, 2021

by Christopher Brown on August 11, 2021 with No Comments

Funeral Liturgy for Josephine Barnes | Wednesday, August 11, 2021 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. NEWCOMERS If you are new to Saint Mark’s, wherever you may be located, please get in touch by submitting a Visitors/Newcomers Form here, to let the cathedral know how we might best … Read More

Compline on the Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost, 2021

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on August 8, 2021 with No Comments

Compline on The Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost | August 8, 2021, 9:30 p.m. See the Order of Service here. Each week’s repertoire can be found here. IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE Compline will reopen for in-person attendance on August 22, 2021. Sunday morning services are now open to all without pre-registration. 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 Holy Eucharist with Baptisms on The Feast of the Transfiguration, August 8, 2021

by Christopher Brown on August 8, 2021 with No Comments

The Holy Eucharist with Baptisms on The Feast of the Transfiguration, August 8, 2021 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. NEWCOMERS If you are new to Saint Mark’s, wherever you may be located, please get in touch by submitting a Visitors/Newcomers Form here, to let the cathedral know … Read More

Canon Kleinschmidt’s Sabbatical Report to the Community

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on August 8, 2021 with 3 Comments

SUNDAY, AUGUST 29, 7-8:30 P.M., via Zoom Canon for Cathedral Music Michael Kleinschmidt has returned from his sabbatical, and has some interesting stories to share about his sabbatical excursions! During his time away he: …devoted himself to learning new organ repertoire by non-white and non-male composers. …learned how to play a keyboard with 15 keys per octave, rather than the usual 12. …made a focused study of 20th-century American organs that were built in the style of 17th- and 18th-century … Read More

Funeral Liturgy for Susan Spangler | Saturday, August 7, 11 a.m.

by Christopher Brown on August 7, 2021 with No Comments

Funeral Liturgy for Susan Spangler | Saturday, August 7, 11 a.m. Service Leaflet LEAFLETS The Service Leaflet contains all you need to fully participate in each liturgy from home. COFFEE HOUR Virtual Coffee Hour: Immediately following the Sunday morning service, everyone is welcome to gather in a Virtual Coffee Hour over Zoom. Join using this link. Monthly Newcomers Coffee (first Sunday of every month only): Immediately following the Sunday morning service, come meet people and ask questions at a special … Read More

Discerning What’s Next in Your Life—a Communal Process for Your Consideration

by Saint Mark's Cathedral on August 5, 2021 with 2 Comments

Many people have reported how the pandemic has prompted reflection on what is important in life…and what’s next. How do you discern such decisions about work, relationships, vocation, life transitions, etc., and see it through the lens of your spiritual journey? Is God calling you to a new thing, and how do you discern that? Drawing on a Quaker model of holy listening and mutuality, a small group of 5-6 people covenant for a prescribed period of time to confidentially … Read More