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  • 20s/30s Backyard BBQ

    Dean Steve and Kathy Thomason have generously invited members of the 20s/30s ministry to join them for a backyard BBQ dinner at their home. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to 20s30s@saintmarks.org.

  • All-Parish Gratitude Dinner

    Join us for an evening of gratitude as we kick off our stewardship season and celebrate the many ways Saint Mark's boldly proclaims the good news—not only with our lips, but in our lives. Together, we'll give thanks for a community that welcomes all, serves generously, and makes room for everyone at God's table. We hope you'll be part of this joyful evening of fellowship as we celebrate all that God is doing in and through Saint Mark's. The meal … Read More

  • Forest Therapy Walk

    Forest Therapy Walk

    Forest Therapy Walks Celebrating the Season of Creation 2026 The Season of Creation is an annual, international, ecumenical celebration that encourages Christians worldwide to renew their relationship with God and all creation through prayer, reflection, and action. In 2026, it begins on September 1, recognized as the World Day of Prayer for Creation, and concludes on October 4, the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi. In honor of this special season, Saint Mark's is offering two Forest Therapy Walks that … Read More

  • Morning Mix: Celebrating Saint Francis

    Morning Mix is a new occasional gathering for all ages. On this day, you're invited to bring a photo of a beloved pet to add to our bulletin board for the Feast of St. Francis. We'll make dog biscuits and cat toys and share stories of the animals who have brought us companionship and delight.

  • Midway Group Joins the Cathedral Tour

    Join Midway members for a kick off event of the program year by gathering as a group and taking the Cathedral Tour together. Midway is a group for adults—singles, couples, parents or not—in the messy middle after young adulthood but before retirement. There is no strict age requirement—if you feel like you fit into the description of middle adulthood, then you are welcome!

  • Forest Therapy Walk

    Forest Therapy Walk

    Forest Therapy Walks Celebrating the Season of Creation 2026 The Season of Creation is an annual, international, ecumenical celebration that encourages Christians worldwide to renew their relationship with God and all creation through prayer, reflection, and action. In 2026, it begins on September 1, recognized as the World Day of Prayer for Creation, and concludes on October 4, the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi. In honor of this special season, Saint Mark's is offering two Forest Therapy Walks that … Read More

  • The Feast of Saint Francis Celebration & Blessing of the Animals

    We'll offer a blessing for all of God's creatures out on the labyrinth and front lawn with the Saint Mark's Choir School offering music. A community reception will follow with treats for pets and people.

  • QuiC Gathering

    The Queer in Christ Ministry is gathering for their first meeting of the program year. The agenda includes post-summer catch-ups, shared snacks, conversation about upcoming program goals, and discussion of diocesan and ecumenical opportunities for engagement. We look forward to beginning another year of community and ministry together!

  • 20s/30s Questioning Together

    The Rev. Adam Conley will lead the group in a discussion about the role of Christianity in supporting a liberal democracy. Tea and dessert will be provided. At 9:15 p.m., any who wish to stay for Compline will attend together.

  • Third Acters Gathering on Zoom

    Third Acters Gathering on Zoom

    On the second Tuesday of each month, the Third Acters (60+) gather on Zoom to build community with a check-in, during which time we exchange stories, inspiration and often, joy. Each gathering is focused on a question such as, “How are you increasing your intimacy with God as you age?” Or “What is your experience of downsizing your home?,” and attendees are invited to share. All who are 60+ are welcome to join. To get the Zoom link, contact Kathy … Read More

  • Intergenerational Godly Play

    Godly Play

    Godly Play is a Montessori-based curriculum that recognizes that children are already in relationship with God. This week, we are inviting children and adults alike for an Intergenerational Godly Play class, where we'll wonder about Peter's Journey together.

  • Queer Anglicanism: Five Centuries of LGBTQ+ History

    Celebrate Queer History Month with the Diocese of Olympia! Join Canon Carla Robinson and other diocesan leaders as we are joined by The Rev. Dr. Patrick Cheng as he presents Queer Anglicanism: Five Centuries of LGBTQ+ History. This talk will provide an overview of the history of same-sex-attracted and gender-variant individuals and movements within the Church of England, the Episcopal Church, and the Anglican Communion from the 16th century to today. The workshop will also explore the work of key … Read More

  • 20s/30s & Third Acters Potluck

    Third Acters Potluck

    This potluck dinner is a collaboration between the 20s/30s Ministry and the Third Acters (60+) and an effort to continue building intergenerational relationships in the cathedral community. Anyone in their 20s or 30s and those aged 60+ are welcome to gather for this potluck. After filling plates and sharing conversation, Canon Emily Griffin will offer a Godly Play-style presentation on Speaking the Truth in Love, and we will wonder together about how we can create space for wisdom to emerge … Read More

  • Guest Preacher: Emily Meeks

    On Sunday, October 25, Emily Meeks will preach at all morning services at Saint Mark's. Emily Meeks is a candidate for Holy Orders to the priesthood in the Diocese of Olympia and a senior at Virginia Theological Seminary (VTS). At VTS, she has been grateful to explore the intersection of memory and spirituality—cognitive, embodied, and sacramental ways of remembering the Holy. She is especially interested in ways that congregations can support people with memory loss, and their caretakers, on their … Read More

  • Midway Gathering: Where the Heck is My Village?

    We are always hearing “it takes a village” to do basically anything… Raise a family, heal from illness or surgery, process trauma, live life. But our current society is not really conducive to this village model. Can the church be that? Do we want it to be? If so, how do we foster that in our faith community today? How do we show up for each other beyond Sundays? Come join us for a potluck brunch and an engaging and … Read More