20s/30s GROUP

SATURDAY, APRIL 8, after the Easter Vigil Liturgy (approx. 11:30 p.m.) at Lost Lake Cafe (on Capitol Hill—10th Ave between Pike and Pine) All are welcome to join members of the 20s/30s group for a late-night breakfast following the Easter Vigil! After the service concludes, and Easter has been proclaimed, we will celebrate at Lost Lake Cafe in Capitol Hill. It will be a joyous feast. Questions or more information? Contact Luke Abdow at: labdow@saintmarks.org Find Lost Lake Cafe on Google … Read More

UPDATED WITH PHOTOS THURSDAY, APRIL 6, 5:30 P.M., Leffler House The 20s/30s Group will gather for an Agape Meal in Leffler House before the Maundy Thursday liturgy. An Agape Meal is a Christian fellowship meal recalling the meals Jesus shared with his disciples during his ministry. We will use the prayers found in the Book of Occasional Services to bless our meal. We will have vegetarian lentil soup and salad to share, and other simple, vegetarian dishes are welcome—bread, vegetables, hummus, … Read More

PALM SUNDAY, APRIL 2, 12:30–2 p.m., in the cathedral nave, 20s/30s lunch follows in Leffler House. All are invited to participate in the ancient practice of collectively walking and praying the Stations of the Cross with the cathedral community, in a bilingual Spanish/English format led by Canon Rosario-Cruz and community members. The service will begin following the conclusion of the Palm Sunday liturgy. The service leaflet for this liturgy may be seen here. Following the service, there will be a … Read More

UPDATED DIG DEEPER EVENTS AND INITIATIVES SATURDAY, APRIL 22, following the Cathedral Day confirmation liturgy, about noon – Cathedral Day Smoothie Bike  SATURDAY, JUNE 17, 12 P.M. – Juneteenth Celebration at Saint Mark’s Cathedral THURSDAY, JUNE 22, 6 P.M. – Dinner with the Bishop at Diocesan House in the historic Leary Mansion TBA – Heart of the Table Dinner & Liturgy – Location TBD TBA – Farm Days – Location TBD About Dig Deeper  Come explore ways to grow, harvest, share and … Read More

UPDATED SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 7:30–9 p.m., Leffler House How do we justify God when there is so much suffering in the world? Come explore these themes at the beginning of Lent with Curate Linzi Stahlecker and 20s/30s member Fraser Reach as we consider transformation and the journey of deeper union with God. Dessert and light snacks provided. Questions? Email Emily: emcmeeks@gmail.com UPDATE: “Notes and Quotes” from this discussion can be downloaded here.  See images from the presentation below (click to … Read More

A 20s/30s Conversation with Dean Steve Thomason SUNDAY, MARCH 19, 7:30–9 pm, Leffler House Nothing is more human than our sexuality. The world can send many signals about the body, sex and sexuality that can be confusing or toxic.  In this conversation with Dean Steve Thomason, we’ll discuss a theology of sexuality and how it can deeply resonate with the divine mystery and the gift of desire that flows from it. We’ll consider how an understanding of sexuality does not … Read More

A 20s/30s Collaboration with SMC Youth SATURDAY, MARCH 11, 5:30–7 P.M., Leffler House Assemble and stuff care packages for SMC students away at college and then enjoy a chili bar with toppings and cornbread. A great opportunity to connect with youth at SMC. RSVP encouraged but not required. Questions? Email Luke: labdow@saintmarks.org

SESSION 1: SUNDAY, DECEMBER 4, 5:30–7 P.M. SESSION 2: SUNDAY, JANUARY 8, 7:30–9 P.M., Leffler House (Note new time) How does our anticipation for the birth of Christ reflect the seismic significance of the incarnation? In this two-part series, we’ll explore the Advent and Christmas season in the context of the apocalypse and how this may change our preparation with Rev. Linzi Stahlecker and Fraser Reach. We’ll end in time for the option to attend the Contemplative Eucharist Compline together. … Read More

UPDATED FRIDAY, JANUARY 27, 6:30-9 P.M., Bloedel Hall  Prepare and share a meal together. The menu will have a Lebanese theme and we’ll learn several cooking techniques from trained chefs Luke Abdow, Marc Aubertin, and Deborah Person. Questions? Email Luke: labdow@saintmarks.org Fee: $15, includes resources and food. Financial assistance available if needed. UPDATE: Check out the recipes from the event here. See some photos below. (Click to enlarge)

THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 7–9 P.M. A tradition since 1949, the houses on this section of NE Park Road in Ravenna transform into Candy Cane Lane, a display of lights and decorations representing traditions and themes from around the world. We’ll meet first at the home of Penny and Rob Reid (6114 21st Ave NE) from 7–8 pm. for hot chocolate and cookies, and then walk together to Candy Cane Lane, just a under a mile away. Please note: Penny and … Read More

UPDATED WITH PHOTOS! TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6, 7:30–9 P.M., Leffler House Young adults, drop-in to decorate and frost cookies at Leffler House for an Advent gathering to benefit Edible Hope. Frosting and decorations will be provided along with a custom hot chocolate and tea station. Bring your own pre-baked sugar cookies either homemade or bought. We recommend trying this go-to recipe from Jade Bawcom-Randall. Decorated cookies will be delivered to Edible Hope, which is also a site placement for the Seattle … Read More

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 27, 5:30 to 7 P.M., Golden Gardens Park Join for a brief evening prayer at sunset followed by social time on the beach. Some snacks provided. You are welcome to bring a musical instrument, a blanket, or a snack to share. Email Emily for meetup logistics: emcmeeks@gmail.com

UPDATED WITH PHOTOS SUNDAY, OCTOBER 23, 3–5:30 P.M., meet at Trinity Parish on First Hill (registration required) In the fall of 2021 the 20s/30s Group from Saint Mark’s gathered for a series of Sunday urban hikes inspired by the book Seattle Stairway Walks, and incorporating tours of different Episcopal parishes in the area. They were a great chance to connect with our neighbors and siblings in the Diocese of Olympia, and to discover new nooks and crannies of Seattle’s urban … Read More

THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 17, 7–9 p.m., Leffler House Bring your favorite game and a snack or appetizer to share. Betsy Heimburger will have a selection of games on hand, and you are invited to bring your favorite to share with the group, too. A light meal will be provided. Contact Emily Meeks with questions: emcmeeks@gmail.com

MONDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 7:30–8:30 p.m., Thomsen Chapel Experience Night Prayer through a bilingual liturgy. 20s/30s parishioner Elizabeth Hawkins will be with us from El Salvador and Canon Eliacín Rosario-Cruz will also be joining. An order of service will be posted here when it is available. After the liturgy, there will be an opportunity for light refreshments and conversation. Contact Emily Meeks with questions: emcmeeks@gmail.com

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30, 2022, 7:30–10 P.M., Leffler Living Room   Join for a conversation focused on questions about liturgy with Sacristan Michael Seewer and Fraser Reach. Dessert will be offered. Afterward, some may choose to go together to Compline. Contact Emily Meeks with questions: emcmeeks@gmail.com

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 2, 10:10-10:50 A.M., Bloedel Hall Join the 2022-2023 cohort of the Seattle Service Corps in Bloedel for a Q&A and an opportunity to get to know them better. Learn about their stories and what drew them to SSC and life in intentional community, and hear their impressions of Seattle so far. Check out this article introducing each of these amazing young people, recently posted by the Diocese of Olympia.

Dear friends, It is my great delight to announce that Luke Abdow has accepted the call to serve as Program Director for the Seattle Service Corps and as staff support for the vibrant 20s & 30s ministry group. Luke is a native of Massachusetts and served as a fellow in an Episcopal Service Corps program in Boston for two years, 2016 to 2018. Prior to that he served in the Fulbright Scholars program as an English teacher in Senegal, and … Read More