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Members of the cathedral community (wherever they may be) are encouraged to join the private Facebook group Saint Mark's Cathedral Community Life during the Closure. In this group members can connect and share in a more informal way. For those who do not use Facebook, content from the group will be posted on this page regularly.

 

Vigil at the Altar of Repose, 2024
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MAUNDY THURSDAY, APRIL 6, 9 P.M. until dawn on Good Friday The Vigil at the Altar of Repose begins upon the conclusion of the Maundy Thursday liturgy (around 8:45 p.m.) and continues through the night in McCaw chapel. This ancient practice is inspired by Jesus’ question to his disciples in the Garden of Gethsemene, “Could you not stay awake with me one hour?” As in recent years, this vigil will be an online offering, with a live video available all … Read More

Restorative Justice Council Meeting, March 2024
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SUNDAY, March 17, 3–4:30 P.M., online via Zoom only All members of the community of Saint Mark’s are encouraged to attend the next gathering of the Restorative Justice Council. Guided by the Saint Mark’s Statement of Lament and Commitment to Action and prompted by the cathedral’s Mutual Ministry Goals, the Restorative Justice Council strives to lead the Saint Mark’s community to actively pursue justice through spiritual practice and action and live out our Baptismal Covenant, “to seek and serve Christ in … Read More

Easter Memorials & Thanksgivings, 2024
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Each year at this time, all are invited to make a special contribution in honor or in memory of a loved one, in order to help underwrite the beautiful flowers and music of the celebration of the Feast of the Resurrection, which this year includes a full complement of brass and percussion for Peter R. Hallock’s Ye Choirs of New Jerusalem, part of the observance of the 100th anniversary of Hallock’s birth. Fill out the form below, or use the … Read More

First Saturday Run Group
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Hosted by 20s/30s—All are welcome FIRST SATURDAYS: MARCH 2, APRIL 6, 7:30 A.M., meet on the outdoor labyrinth  All ages are welcome to meet on the outdoor labyrinth in front of the cathedral for a three-mile morning run through Volunteer Park. All paces welcome. Afterward, there will be a chance for fellowship over coffee. Email Adrienne (adriennehub@gmail.com) or Emily (emeeks@saintmarks.org) with questions.

Announcing: the “Third Acters” Retirees Group
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UPDATE! The First Hybrid Third Act-ers Potluck Brunch  SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25, 12:30–2 P.M., in Leffler House or online via Zoom The first Third Act-ers Retirees Group Potluck Brunch will be this Sunday, February 25, 12:30–2 p.m. in Leffler House as well as on Zoom. In addition to sharing food and conversation, there will also be an invitation to share ideas about what activities and gatherings the group could plan going forward. Contact Kathy Minsch (kminsch@gmail.com) and/or Elizabeth Clark-Stern (ecstern@yahoo.com) with any questions. … Read More

Morning Prayer with Canon Linzi on Weekdays during Lent
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BEGINS MONDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 7:30-8 A.M., via Zoom Come just as you are to Morning Prayer each weekday morning of Lent, on zoom. Join Canon Linzi for this daily 30 minute liturgy, all are welcome, whether you’re still in your pj’s, joining from your workplace, or listening on the move. We will be praying straight from the BCP, so grab your prayer book and your Bible. For those who would rather, you can also follow along on these two sites, … Read More

A Lenten Quiet Morning and Not-So-Quiet Afternoon, 2024
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SATURDAY, MARCH 2, 2024, 9 A.M.–3 P.M., throughout the cathedral campus The nave will be open 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. as a space for prayer and contemplation. Labyrinths will be available indoors and outdoors. Art materials for all ages, including play-dough and other contemplative activities, will be available throughout the day. Note: The afternoon activities are particularly kid-friendly. The child care space will be unstaffed but available all day. Freewill donations gratefully accepted ($10–$15 suggested). No RSVP necessary. Email … Read More

A Cathedral’s Complicity in Redlining and Restrictive Covenants
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WEDNESDAY, MAY 22, 2024, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall or online via Zoom. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family) A Cathedral’s Complicity in Redlining and Restrictive Covenants  Telling the Truth for a More Just Future As Saint Mark’s Cathedral considers redeveloping the St. Nicholas property for affordable housing, there is an opportunity to reflect on the history of North Capitol Hill in which racial redlining and restrictive covenants discriminated against people of color. Segregation suppressed homeownership … Read More

Sunday Forum on Spiritual Practices
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UPDATED WITH VIDEO SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 10:10–10:50 A.M., Bloedel Hall Join in for a discussion and resources on three different spiritual practices—photography (Michael Perera), Centering Prayer (Phil Fox Rose), and cold water swimming (Sarah Elwood). “Being rooted in spiritual practices” is a theme that the Strategic Planning Committee recently shared from outreach learnings. This is a great opportunity to try a new spiritual practice during the season of Lent. A complete video is now available below:

2024 Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper with Closing of the Doors
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 6–7:15 P.M., in the cathedral nave. Suggested donation: $6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family. Please gather in the cathedral nave on Shrove Tuesday (a.k.a. Mardi Gras), February 21, to end the season after Epiphany in the traditional way—by gathering in community, eating pancakes, and having fun! There will be live music, crafts, and games. Chef Marc Aubertin and the youth will be preparing our meal, and the members of the Seattle Service Corps will be decorating and assisting in the … Read More

“Collective Impact” with Andrew Himes
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TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 20, 7–8:30 P.M., in person in Cathedral House Room 210 or online via Zoom The monthly meeting of the Creation Care Ministry in February will include a presentation from Andrew Himes, Director of Collective Impact for the Carbon Leadership Forum (CLF) at the University of Washington. Andrew was previously a long-time Saint Mark’s parishioner and former member of the Vestry. Andrew will share the CLF’s work building a global movement to decarbonize the building industry—the largest industry on the planet—and the impact of … Read More

2023 Annual Report
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Distributed at the 2024 Annual Meeting. Click in the lower right of the reader below to read the report full-screen. Or click here to download a pdf if you prefer. Previous years’ Annual Reports and other records can be found here.

Saint Mark’s Singers Plus—February 2024
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 9:30–10:45 A.M., in the choir room & SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 25, meet at 8 a.m. for the 9 a.m. service Experience what it’s like to be in the choir This invitation is for you if you have ever wanted to sing in a choir at Saint Mark’s but have been unable to commit to the demands of the regular choir schedule. You are invited to “Saint Mark’s Singers Plus.” Come to one practice and sing one service with … Read More

“Clearing Space for God”—A QuiC Lenten Conversation Series
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FRIDAYS IN LENT, BEGINNING FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 16, THROUGH MARCH 22, 6:30-8 P.M., Leffler Living Room This Lent, Queer in Christ will host a Conversation series called Clearing Space for God, designed with queer people in mind. Join James Davidson and Michael Seewer each Friday evening in Lent as we explore and share sacred stories that celebrate otherness. We’ll dig into these stories and discuss how they and we celebrate our special gifts as queer people, and reflect on how we … Read More

Jeopardy and Potluck in Bloedel Hall
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THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 6–8:30 P.M., Bloedel Hall What sounds like a fun time? Locally and spiritually-inspired game of Jeopardy! The evening will begin with a potluck dinner, and after the meal we’ll group into teams to play an entertaining game of trivia—with some Saint Mark’s history and Bible knowledge thrown in! This event is hosted by the 40s/50s Group, but all are welcome. Sign up to bring a dish to share for the potluck using this link. RSVP and questions … Read More

Blessing, Sending, and Celebration of Canon Jennifer King Daugherty’s Ministry
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 28, following the 9 and 11 a.m. services Canon Daugherty’s final day at the cathedral will be Sunday, January 28, and there will be receptions in her honor after the 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. services. As is our custom, we will bless and send her from the baptismal font, giving thanks for her ministry among us, and follow with receptions celebrating her nearly ten years of ministry. More details to come next week, but mark your calendars … Read More

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