Sunday Forum: Interfaith Partnership
In this forum, we'll be joined by members of Clear Mountain Monastery to hear more about their ministry, share about our partnership, and preview the chants and songs for the Interfaith Taize service on June 9.
In this forum, we'll be joined by members of Clear Mountain Monastery to hear more about their ministry, share about our partnership, and preview the chants and songs for the Interfaith Taize service on June 9.
We will recognize and bless graduates of high school, college, trade and vocational schools, and post-secondary programs on Sunday, June 14 during the 9 and 11 a.m. services. Join us after the service for a festive reception.
Before Dean Steve left on sabbatical, he asked the staff and vestry, as well as the cathedral parish as a whole, to read and discuss Joan Chittister’s For Everything a Season. As the staff and vestry reflect upon the seasons of our communal life, it’s now time to open the circle wider. Join Canon Emily Griffin and Senior Warden Julia Logan for either or both sessions as we explore how an understanding of the seasons of life—informed by Ecclesiastes 3—can impact … Read More
This Youth Confirmation Information Meeting on Zoom will help parents and youth consider joining joining the 2026-27 cohort. We will discuss the structure of the class schedule, dates, what is covered, the role of parents in the process and what confirmation classes prepare you to do. The confirmation schedule for the 2026-27 year is here.
Before Dean Steve left on sabbatical, he asked the staff and vestry, as well as the cathedral parish as a whole, to read and discuss Joan Chittister’s For Everything a Season. As the staff and vestry reflect upon the seasons of our communal life, it’s now time to open the circle wider. Join Canon Emily Griffin and Senior Warden Julia Logan for either or both sessions as we explore how an understanding of the seasons of life—informed by Ecclesiastes 3—can impact … Read More
In July, the Second Sunday Book Group will discuss Culpability (2025) by Bruce Holsinger. In this fictional story, a family has a collision in a self-driving car where three of the five family members are seriously injured and the two occupants in the car they collided with are killed. In the aftermath of this tragedy, the author explores the family's fragility and guilt, the world of AI, and who or what is responsible for the accident. There's both legal and … Read More
Artist and parishioner Sandy Nelson will offer an art-making workshop for all ages, following the 11 a.m. service when the Choir Campers will sing. The collective art project, “Vessels of Grace," will be on display in the Coffee Corner in August. There will also be a table set up for free art, as the spirit move you to create. We’ll begin with a potluck lunch. This event is co-sponsored by Intergenerational Council and the Visual Arts Committee. Please RSVP so … Read More
Children’s Chapel is offered each Sunday at the 9 a.m. service. Children in preschool through second grade are invited to join the Gospel procession around the Deacon as the Gospel is proclaimed. Then they process to Thomsen Chapel for the Gospel story in a developmentally appropriate telling, singing, and prayer. They return to their families at the Peace. Younger children may attend accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This training is for new and experienced Godly Play storytellers, as we are looking to expand the number of storytellers in our circle! We have two age groups—PreK through 1st grade, and 2nd-5th grade—and our program begins September 20. A gift of Godly Play is that it is as spiritually nourishing for adults as it is for children. To sign up, please contact Canon Wendy.
Children’s Chapel is offered each Sunday at the 9 a.m. service. Children in preschool through second grade are invited to join the Gospel procession around the Deacon as the Gospel is proclaimed. Then they process to Thomsen Chapel for the Gospel story in a developmentally appropriate telling, singing, and prayer. They return to their families at the Peace. Younger children may attend accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This group provides a weekly conversation around the scripture readings for the following Sunday. Each week a discussion is facilitated by rotating guest leaders, and lively conversation ensues as people share their thoughts about the lessons. The group meets from 12–1:30 p.m. for study and prayer over the lectionary, led by a rotating member of the cathedral staff and clergy. Join early at 11:30 for social time. Contact biblestudy@saintmarks.org for more information and to get the Zoom link to join online.
Children’s Chapel is offered each Sunday at the 9 a.m. service. Children in preschool through second grade are invited to join the Gospel procession around the Deacon as the Gospel is proclaimed. Then they process to Thomsen Chapel for the Gospel story in a developmentally appropriate telling, singing, and prayer. They return to their families at the Peace. Younger children may attend accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This group provides a weekly conversation around the scripture readings for the following Sunday. Each week a discussion is facilitated by rotating guest leaders, and lively conversation ensues as people share their thoughts about the lessons. The group meets from 12–1:30 p.m. for study and prayer over the lectionary, led by a rotating member of the cathedral staff and clergy. Join early at 11:30 for social time. Contact biblestudy@saintmarks.org for more information and to get the Zoom link to join online.
Join Dean Thomason as he reflects on his sabbatical leave, with travel across three continents. There will be opportunity for engaged conversation along the way, and we will consider learnings that inform our common life as a cathedral community.
Children’s Chapel is offered each Sunday at the 9 a.m. service. Children in preschool through second grade are invited to join the Gospel procession around the Deacon as the Gospel is proclaimed. Then they process to Thomsen Chapel for the Gospel story in a developmentally appropriate telling, singing, and prayer. They return to their families at the Peace. Younger children may attend accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
This group provides a weekly conversation around the scripture readings for the following Sunday. Each week a discussion is facilitated by rotating guest leaders, and lively conversation ensues as people share their thoughts about the lessons. The group meets from 12–1:30 p.m. for study and prayer over the lectionary, led by a rotating member of the cathedral staff and clergy. Join early at 11:30 for social time. Contact biblestudy@saintmarks.org for more information and to get the Zoom link to join online.
How are we to respond to human suffering in our time? What does solidarity with those who are suffering look like? What does compassion, meaning ‘to suffer with,’ really mean in a world that has erected all sorts of diversions—the economies of war, wealth disparities, and constant entertainment? If we are created in God’s image, and if there is so much suffering in the world, then God, too, must be suffering.
Children’s Chapel is offered each Sunday at the 9 a.m. service. Children in preschool through second grade are invited to join the Gospel procession around the Deacon as the Gospel is proclaimed. Then they process to Thomsen Chapel for the Gospel story in a developmentally appropriate telling, singing, and prayer. They return to their families at the Peace. Younger children may attend accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
The Visual Storytelling Project is a museum-caliber set of eight panels that tell the story of housing discrimination and Black resilience in the neighborhoods in and around Capitol Hill. As the cathedral and its partners prepare to break ground on Cathedral Place, a new Affordable Housing Community being planned on the site of the former St. Nicholas School, the storyboard project will educate the community on the historic practices that continue to have a measurable impact on the neighborhood, such … Read More
This month, the Book Group will meet on the third Sunday, so all can join the All Parish Picnic. September's book is Let the Great World Spin by Column McCann. Contact Pearl McElheran with questions.