facilitated by Canons Cristi Chapman and Nancy Ross. On this First Sunday of Advent, come together to explore the sacredness of “waiting” in our lives—the holy, sacred, fertile times, as well as the tense and difficult times. Three beloved parishioners will share their personal experiences of “the waiting.” And we will share with each other, too, how we find ourselves waiting—and what we find in the waiting—as we again breathe into this season of waiting for the Christ who has … Read More

Liturgy and music reflecting the breadth and depth of the Episcopal tradition, with sermon, hymns, and the Cathedral Choir. In Cathedral Nave. Child care available during the service in the Child Care Center. Location: Cathedral Nave

Due to the Great "O" Antiphons Liturgy, the 7 p.m. Contemplative Eucharist is cancelled on the First Sunday of Advent.

A beloved Seattle institution since 1956, the all-male Compline Choir sings the last monastic office of the day every Sunday at 9:30 p.m. Hundreds pack the nave each week for this meditative service, while thousands more listen to the broadcast on KING-FM, 98.1, streaming online at king.org, or via the podcast. More information can be found at complinechoir.org. Contact Name: Jason Anderson Contact Number: (206) 323-0300 x. 216 Contact Email: director@complinechoir.org Location: Cathedral Nave

Description: The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives and friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength, and hope, in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness, and that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Al-Anon is not allied with any sect, denomination, political entity, organization, or institution. There are no dues for membership. Al-Anon is self-supporting through its own voluntary contributions. Contact Name: Hadley Morrow Contact Number: (509) 954-0831 Contact Email: hemorrow@gmail.com … Read More

Lay readers from Seattle-area congregations including the cathedral lead a spoken service of daily prayer following the form of the Book of Common Prayer 1979, every weekday evening at 6:30 p.m. Contact Name: Sue Tait Contact Number: 206-325-4200 ext. 2043 Contact Email: resource@ecww.org location: Thomsen Chapel

Opening our mind and heart—our whole being—to God, the Ultimate Mystery, beyond thoughts, words, and emotions. Silence, spiritual walk, and readings. Contact Name: Stephanie Metting Contact Number: (206) 323-0300 Contact Email: steph.metting@gmail.com location: Thomsen Chapel

Weekly Alcoholics Anonymous meeting Contact Name: Kurt Lantz Contact Number: (206) 949-2953 Contact Email: kurt.lantz@gmail.com Location: Cathedral House Room 210

Come be a part of this lively monthly discussion over a light dinner. No topic is off limits—we’ve explored sin, suffering, the nature of God, and the link between sexuality and spirituality. For more information or to suggest ideas for discussion, please contact Rachel McNary. Location: Leffler Living Room

Tuesday Bible Study group @ Saint Marks; occurs every Tuesday from noon–1:30 p.m., usually addressing the Scripture readings appointed for the following Sunday. All are welcome. Contact Name: Cristi Chapman Contact Number: (206) 323-0300 Contact Email: cchapman@saintmarks.org Location: Bloedel Hall

Lay readers from Seattle-area congregations including the cathedral lead a spoken service of daily prayer following the form of the Book of Common Prayer 1979, every weekday evening at 6:30 p.m. Contact Name: Sue Tait Contact Number: 206-325-4200 ext. 2043 Contact Email: resource@ecww.org location: Thomsen Chapel

Confirmation #: 10409499 Contact Name: Irene Beausoleil Contact Number: 206-323-0300 x227 Contact Email: ibeausoleil@saintmarks.org Resources: Cathedral Nave/McCaw Chapel Event Details: http://public.serviceu.com/calendar/EventDetails.asp?OrgKey=28a9f816-6a06-4832-a49f-899f83a7a069&EventID=10409499&OccID=425995421