Events

IMMEDIATELY FOLLOING THE CONCLUSION OF THE 11 A.M. SERVICE For many years, a Newcomers' Coffee with Clergy has been offered on the first Sunday of each month, for guests, newcomers, and anyone with questions about this community and its liturgies. Gather in the back of the nave immediately following the 11 a.m. Sunday service on the first Sunday of the month. Email newcomers@saintmarks.org if you cannot attend in person, or with any other questions.

FOUR SUNDAYS, STARTING FEBRUARY 2, 2025, 12:30–2 P.M., Leffler Living Room (or cathedral nave) This series is a hybrid offering, register to receive link. Registration required. Wherever you are on your spiritual journey, consider attending this four-class series, facilitated by clergy and staff, where we explore the basics of the Christian faith through an Episcopal lens. Whether you are new to Saint Mark’s, or simply interested in sharing and learning more, you are welcome. More information here. Winter 2025 dates … Read More

Evicted book study groups meet SUNDAYS, JANUARY 12, 19 and FEBRUARY 2, 12:30 pm–2 pm, in person. PLEASE NOTE: in-person discussion in Room 210 on January 12 and February 2, but in the St. Nicholas Building, 1st floor, on January 19. THURSDAYS, JANUARY 16, 23 and FEBRUARY 6, 7–8:30pm, on Zoom Poverty by America book study groups meet SUNDAYS, FEBRUARY 9, 16 and 23, 12:30 pm–2 pm, in person THURSDAYS, FEBRUARY 13, 20, 27, 7–8:30pm, on Zoom The Intergenerational Council, the Restorative Justice Council, and the Affordable … Read More

FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH, OCTOBER–JUNE, 4:30 P.M., in person in the cathedral nave, and livestreamed The ancient practice of singing evening prayers is a longstanding practice in many Christian traditions. In English cathedrals, this practice developed, through the centuries, into a special sung service, and today Choral Evensong is a treasure among Christian liturgies and a jewel of the Anglican choral tradition. The Saint Mark’s Evensong Choir, an intergenerational choir of children, teenagers, and adults, offers this beautiful service once a … Read More

FOLLOWING EVENSONG ON THE FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH, 5:30 P.M., Leffler House PLEASE NOTE: The May conversation has been moved to the second Sunday, May 11.  Join the Queer in Christ ministry after Choral Evensong for “Queer Conversations”. We will meet following the conclusion of Evensong in Leffler Living Room, for refreshment, fellowship, and a discussion on a variety of topics. Learn more here. Upcoming Conversations: MAY 4 MAY 11: Co-Creating with God Why did God make wheat, but not … Read More

EVERY SUNDAY, 7 P.M. (SEPTEMBER–JUNE), Thomsen Chapel  This evening Eucharist offers periods of silence for reflection, simple meditative music, and lots of candlelight. Anointing and healing blessings are offered after the service. Learn more here. NOTE: in 2025 Contemplative Eucharist is cancelled on November 30 due to the O Antiphons liturgy in the nave at that time. On December 21, the Contemplative Eucharist will be a special service offered especially for those for whom the Holiday season is a difficult or … Read More

EVERY SUNDAY, 9:30 P.M. in the cathedral nave, livestreamed, and broadcast on Classical KING 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. The service is broadcast live each week on KING 98.1 FM, or streaming at king.org. The service is livestreamed on the cathedral's livestream page, or on complinechoir.org, or on Facebook: facebook.com/SaintMarksSeattle or facebook.com/complinechoir or on YouTube: youtube.com/c/SaintMarksEpiscopalCathedralSeattle Video of recent services may be seen … Read More

Open to anyone interested in the family disease of alcoholism. Some groups invite members of the professional community to hear how the Al-Anon program aids in recovery. Families Friends and Observers Welcome. Located at St Marks Cathedral. Use the administrative office entrance, and go upstairs to the second floor conference room. On holiday Mondays we meet on Zoom only. Meeting is now in person NOTE: On holidays when the cathedral offices are closed, or on rare occasions when there is … Read More

EVERY MONDAY, in the cathedral nave DOORS OPEN AT 6 P.M. (Door are locked at the beginning of class at 6:30 p.m.) YOGA CLASS 6:30–7:30 P.M. In the sacred space of Saint Mark’s Cathedral, this spiritual practice is designed to improve health, release tension, and deepen spirituality. It is a gentle, restorative, and contemplative practice, and the instructors guide the group in ways that welcome newcomer and experienced practitioners alike. Pay what you can. Mats are available to borrow (first … Read More

Every Monday. 7–8 P.M. PDT Closed In-person Wheelchair Access Meeting located in Bloedel Hall. More information here

EVERY TUESDAY, 12–1:30 P.M., online via Zoom only 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 and chat.) Contact biblestudy@saintmarks.org for more … Read More

FIRST TUESDAYS, SEPTEMBER THROUGH MAY, 6 P.M., in the St Nicholas Bldg, 2nd floor (note new venue) Taco Tuesday (along with Contemplative Prayer itself) is on summer hiatus in July and August. They will resume in September. Come share a meal with us and practice sacred stillness with the wider cathedral community. Join in for a taco dinner at 6 p.m. in Leffler House—tortillas, beans and chips and salsa provided, just bring a favorite side—and conversation to start the week. … Read More

Knuckleheads (CLOSED) NOTE: In-person meeting will not happen on Tuesday, December 24, but the group will meet virtually at the usual time. Meeting information Men only. In-person and online. Tuesday, 7:00 pm to 8:00 pm In-person Online Closed Men One Hour More information here. Closed meetings are for A.A. members only, or for those who have a drinking problem and “have a desire to stop drinking.” This meeting is being held in person and on zoom.