• Contemplative Eucharist

    Contemplative Eucharist
    Thomsen Chapel

    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

  • The Office of Compline

    Compline
    Cathedral Nave

    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

  • Organ by Night (10:10 p.m)

    Organ by Night (10:10 p.m)
    Cathedral Nave

    THIRD SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH, 10:10 P.M. (immediately following Compline), in the cathedral nave and in the organ loft The tradition of informal mini-concerts on the Flentrop following Compline have introduced generations of Seattleites to the power and beauty of a real pipe organ. All are welcome to listen in the nave, or join the organist in the loft to see what playing an instrument of this size is really like. (The radio program The Organ Loft, which airs on … Read More

  • Morning Prayer Online

    Morning Prayer Online
    Online via Zoom

    Daily Morning Prayer MONDAY–FRIDAY, 7:30-8 A.M., via Zoom Come just as you are to Morning Prayer on weekday mornings, on Zoom, following the form of the Book of Common Prayer 1979. All are welcome, whether you're still in your pj's, joining from your workplace, or listening on the move. No former experience with the Daily Office is necessary. Join Morning Prayer using this Zoom link.

  • *Capitol Hill Al-Anon Family Group

    Cathedral House Room 210

    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

  • Evening Prayer Online

    Evening Prayer Online
    Online via Zoom

    MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 6 P.M. 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 p.m. The service lasts approximately 30 minutes. Learn more here. Join online using this Zoom link. Evening Prayer is always cancelled when the cathedral office is closed for holidays or other reasons, or when a special liturgy is being offered in the nave on a weekday evening.

  • Cathedral Yoga

    Cathedral Yoga
    Cathedral Nave

    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

  • Morning Prayer Online

    Morning Prayer Online
    Online via Zoom

    Daily Morning Prayer MONDAY–FRIDAY, 7:30-8 A.M., via Zoom Come just as you are to Morning Prayer on weekday mornings, on Zoom, following the form of the Book of Common Prayer 1979. All are welcome, whether you're still in your pj's, joining from your workplace, or listening on the move. No former experience with the Daily Office is necessary. Join Morning Prayer using this Zoom link.

  • Emergency Preparedness Workshop

    Bloedel Hall

    Tuesday, November 18, 9 A.M. to 2:30 P.M., Bloedel Hall. Fee: $25, includes lunch.  Registration required   Topics Covered: The Roles and Commitment of a Safety Ministry Team “The First 30 Seconds”-Case Studies of Active Assailants and Killers and Lessons Learned Normal Human Response to Deadly Force Situations and how it affects survival “Until the Police Arrive” after an incident, big or small. Run, Hide, Fight”-the Challenges Attackers-common traits and trends Application of Relevant data, affordable training for Church for … Read More

  • Tuesday Noon Bible Study (online)

    Tuesday Noon Bible Study (online)
    Online via Zoom

    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

  • Evening Prayer Online

    Evening Prayer Online
    Online via Zoom

    MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 6 P.M. 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 p.m. The service lasts approximately 30 minutes. Learn more here. Join online using this Zoom link. Evening Prayer is always cancelled when the cathedral office is closed for holidays or other reasons, or when a special liturgy is being offered in the nave on a weekday evening.

  • *Alcoholics Anonymous (Knuckleheads)

    Bloedel Hall

    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.

  • Contemplative Prayer

    Contemplative Prayer
    Cathedral Nave

    MOST TUESDAYS, 7–8 P.M., in the cathedral nave NOTE: Contemplative Prayer is suspended when the monthly Taizé service is offered in the nave instead. Contemplative Prayer is also occasionally suspended or relocated on other Tuesdays due to other events and conflicts in the nave.  Tuesday evening Contemplative Prayer gatherings begin with a period of silent meditation, followed by discussions on a variety of contemplative practices including Centering Prayer This time of meditative prayer is open to anyone who yearns for a time … Read More

  • Morning Prayer Online

    Morning Prayer Online
    Online via Zoom

    Daily Morning Prayer MONDAY–FRIDAY, 7:30-8 A.M., via Zoom Come just as you are to Morning Prayer on weekday mornings, on Zoom, following the form of the Book of Common Prayer 1979. All are welcome, whether you're still in your pj's, joining from your workplace, or listening on the move. No former experience with the Daily Office is necessary. Join Morning Prayer using this Zoom link.

  • In-person Wednesday Evening Prayer

    In-person Wednesday Evening Prayer
    McCaw Chapel (in the cathedral nave)

    EVERY WEDNESDAY, 5:30–6 P.M., in McCaw Chapel (behind the altar in the cathedral nave) Gather in McCaw Chapel—the space in the cathedral nave behind the altar platform, beneath the rose window. Whatever your prior experience with the Daily Office, come and pray together in community. Attendees can head down to the community dinner in Bloedel Hall at 6 p.m. immediately following the service, and are encouraged to stick around for a Cathedral Commons forum if one is scheduled. Questions? Email David Poortinga (dpoortinga@saintmarks.org)

  • Evening Prayer Online

    Evening Prayer Online
    Online via Zoom

    MONDAY THROUGH FRIDAY, 6 P.M. 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 p.m. The service lasts approximately 30 minutes. Learn more here. Join online using this Zoom link. Evening Prayer is always cancelled when the cathedral office is closed for holidays or other reasons, or when a special liturgy is being offered in the nave on a weekday evening.

  • Community Dinner

    Community Dinner
    Bloedel Hall

    On most Wednesday nights, a delicious dinner is served in Bloedel Hall from 6 to 6:30. (Note: Food service ends at 6:30 p.m., sharp.) On Summer Hiatus in June, July, and August $6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family Cathedral Commons programs often follow at 6:45 p.m.

  • Cathedral Commons—Simple Gifts

    Cathedral Commons
    Bloedel Hall

    WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall and online via Zoom James Davidson and Molly Bosch will share what they are reading, listening to and gifting this season, with a focus on what’s grounding them and giving them hope and joy. Art, music, and literature are particularly important in the current social climate, and those attending in person and on zoom are encouraged to share their personal recommendations. We’ll also talk about alternatives to the holiday consumer … Read More

  • Morning Prayer Online

    Morning Prayer Online
    Online via Zoom

    Daily Morning Prayer MONDAY–FRIDAY, 7:30-8 A.M., via Zoom Come just as you are to Morning Prayer on weekday mornings, on Zoom, following the form of the Book of Common Prayer 1979. All are welcome, whether you're still in your pj's, joining from your workplace, or listening on the move. No former experience with the Daily Office is necessary. Join Morning Prayer using this Zoom link.

  • Thursday Morning Chapel Eucharist

    Thursday Morning Chapel Eucharist
    Thomsen Chapel

    1st, 3rd, & 5th THURSDAYS OF THE MONTH: THE HOLY EUCHARIST, IN-PERSON IN THOMSEN CHAPEL  Starting in January 2025, the Thursday Morning Chapel Eucharist will move to 7:30 a.m. On the 2nd & 4th Thursdays of the month, the Thursday Morning congregation now meets with Daily Morning Prayer at 7:30 a.m.. NOTE: In-person Chapel Eucharist is suspended in Holy Week, April 17. Join online Morning Prayer for Maundy Thursday at 7:30 a.m. instead. At 7:30 a.m. on the first, third, … Read More