Faith Formation

Meet and Greet the Service Corps. Come meet and listen to our new Seattle Service Corps members as they share their hopes, goals and stories. Show your support and bring your questions and insights for the newest cohort of Service Corp members.

Immigration Reform in Washington State with Attorney General Bob Ferguson. In line with the cathedral’s long history of involvement in immigration and refugee resettlement, Saint Mark’s presents Washington State Attorney General Bob Ferguson, who will share his thoughts on the current state of immigration both here and nationally, as well how we can continue our involvement. The evening includes a follow-up panel discussion moderated by The Right Rev. Greg Rickel, Bishop of Olympia, with Marcos Martinez, Executive Director of Casa … Read More

Warden's Forum. The Wardens and Vestry will provide an update on and answer questions related to finance, facilities, and other current Vestry activities. Please contact Lynne Markova with any questions.

Shifting Seats of Power in Jerusalem. The Rev. Canon John L. Peterson will speak about the role Jerusalem serves for the three Abrahamic faiths and how the three traditions have been impacted in light of the US's decision to move its embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem. John currently serves as Canon for Global Justice and Reconciliation at Washington National Cathedral, and previously served as Secretary General of the Worldwide Anglican Communion and Dean of St. George’s College in Jerusalem.

Justice Ministries update. Justin Mills and other members of the Justice Ministry Coordinating Team (JCMT) will give an update about the state of justice ministry at Saint Mark’s. Please come to learn more about how Saint Mark’s is putting its faith into practice and how you can support this vibrant part of our collective life together.

Friends Talking. Bishop Rickel and Dean Thomason will host a conversation about the role of cathedrals, the future of the Church, the Episcopal branch of the Jesus Movement and more. All are encouraged to attend.

Reflections for Advent: Entering the Darkness. The seeds of new life take root and begin to grow in darkness. During the season of Advent, we are invited to search out those generative, dark places of our lives where God’s deep longings for us are taking root and are waiting to be born. How can we be still and listen? What generative longings are taking root in you? Join The Rev. Canon Jennifer Daugherty, The Rev. Canon Nancy Ross, and The … Read More

When Waiting is Impossible. Canon Jennifer Daugherty, Canon Nancy Ross, and Curate Cristi Chapman will offer a two week series that examines women of the Old and New Testaments and lessons they teach us today about the challenge of waiting and the possibility for new life in the midst of uncertainty and difficulty.

Reflections for Advent: Turning Toward Hope. Jan Richardson says, “hope starts small, even as a seed in the womb, but feeds on outrageous possibilities.” Miroslav Volf says, “hope is love stretched into the future.” What practices help you discover those small grains of hope waiting to be born into the world? Who inspires you to stretch love into the future? Join The Rev. Canon Jennifer Daugherty, The Rev. Canon Nancy Ross, and The Rev. Cristi Chapman for the second of … Read More

Canon Jennifer Daugherty, Canon Nancy Ross, and Curate Cristi Chapman will offer a two week series that examines women of the Old and New Testaments and lessons they teach us today about the challenge of waiting and the possibility for new life in the midst of uncertainty and difficulty.

Alternative Giving Advent Ingathering and Celebration. A festive reception celebrating the gathering and blessing of all gifts chosen from our various giving trees, including Lowell, Mary's Place, and Casa Latina. Pick a tag from the trees between November 25 and December 9, and place it under the tree at our ingathering in Bloedel Hall!

Reflections for Epiphany: Embracing the Light. Epiphanies have the power to transform and change us in profound ways. Those moments almost always are unexpected, unplanned, and unscripted. How is God continuing to be revealed in the world today through Jesus? How do we know? How do we respond? Join The Rev. Canon Jennifer Daugherty, The Rev. Canon Nancy Ross, and The Rev. Cristi Chapman for the final of a three week series as share as they reflect and facilitate a … Read More