SUNDAY OFFERINGS

Sunday, April 28, 2024:

The Fifth Sunday of Easter

8 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist

in Thomsen Chapel

9 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist

in the cathedral nave

10 a.m. • Sunday Forum: Interfaith Taizé Preview

in Bloedel Hall

11 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist

in the nave and livestreamed



12 p.m. • Meal Sharing Ministry Planning

in Leffler House

3 p.m. • High School Text Study

at the Deanery (advance RSVP required)

7 p.m. • Contemplative Eucharist

in Thomsen Chapel

9:30 p.m. • Compline

in the nave and livestreamed

Parish banners from across the diocese are brought to Saint Mark's on Cathedral Day. (Photo from 2019 by Kevin Johnson.)

NEW THIS WEEK

Affordable Housing Committee: New Updates

now seeking development partners

Cathedral Day 2024!

a diocesan celebration, tomorrow!

Meal Sharing Ministry

planning for the future at a mini-retreat this Sunday

Stewardship Forum

Cathedral Commons, Wednesday May 1

Blue Box

the fourth film in the Mideast Focus Film Series

Rogation Day 2024

A Wednesday evening celebration of the gifts of the Earth

Supporting Sustainable Farms

Climate Conversation for May

Bishop Electing Convention

volunteers needed

Retirees Group Potluck

Sunday gathering for Third Act-ers

Cathedral Day 2024 Tomorrow!

SATURDAY, APRIL 27, 10:30 A.M.–3 P.M., registration required for lunch

Cathedral Day is a “family reunion” for Episcopalians from across western Washington—a time for connecting across communities, experiencing your cathedral in a new light... and having a lot of fun. There’s something for everyone—no matter your age! A liturgy of Holy Eucharist with the rites of Confirmation, Reception, and Reaffirmation for candidates from parishes near and far will begin at 10:30 a.m., opening with a grand, colorful procession of parish banners. Following the service, all are invited to enjoy lunch from food trucks and participate in activities for all ages. (Food truck lunch free with registration.) Check out Bishop Skelton and Dean Thomason's video invitation to Cathedral Day 2024:

This year’s Cathedral Day is Saturday, April 27, and celebrates the idea of pilgrimage, with Saint Mark’s serving as your sacred destination. For centuries, cathedrals have served as Christian pilgrimage sites, drawing people of faith into the orbit of wonder and awe. And so this year, all are encouraged to consider the day’s journey as a pilgrimage to your cathedral. Saint Mark's parishioners are especially encouraged to attend, both to participate in a very special occasion, and to help extend hospitality to visitors, many of whom will be visiting their cathedral for the first time. Learn more and find the link to register here.

Meal Sharing Ministry Planning Mini Retreat

THIS SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 12–3 P.M., in Leffler House

Are you interested in getting more involved with Saint Mark’s Meal Sharing Ministry? You are invited to attend a special gathering this Sunday, April 28 from 12 p.m. to 3 p.m. in Leffler House. We will share a meal (of course!) and discuss how we currently serve our community and how we may want to serve in the future. We welcome all people who are interested—no previous experience required, just interest and a willingness to learn more, contribute your ideas, and potentially get involved.  

If you would like to attend—or if you can't attend but would like more information—please contact Deborah Person: Deborah.person@gmail.com

CATHEDRAL COMMONS

Stewardship as Spiritual Practice

WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in Bloedel Hall and online via Zoom

At the next Cathedral Commons forum, come hear members of the Stewardship Committee and Creation Care Ministry talk about the many ways we can experience stewardship as spiritual practice. This is an opportunity to explore what stewardship can mean outside the context of the fall annual campaign. With storytelling, humor, small group work, and creativity, let's explore how the new Strategic Plan can underpin our efforts to care for our Cathedral's finances, campus, and living environment.

Seattle Mideast Focus Film Series 2024: Roots of Chaos and Catastrophe

NEXT DISCUSSION: THURSDAY, MAY 2, 7 P.M., via Zoom

The fourth film in this year's series is Blue Box. The title refers to the little boxes used to collect money for the Jewish National Fund to plant trees in Israel, before and after 1948. The director is Michal Weits—the great-granddaughter of Yosef Weitz who was the Director of Lands and Afforestation for the JNF beginning in the 1930s, known as "Architect of the Transfer" for his role in the expulsion of Palestinians from what would become the state of Israel. This compact (82-minute) and compelling documentary is based on the director’s use of primary sources from her ancestor’s dairies and papers. It also takes us into the complexities of Yosef’s realization of what he did to the natives of the land and her family’s coming to terms with their famous relative.

If you wish to participate and you are not already receiving messages from the film series organizers, please request a link by emailing: seattlemideastfocus@gmail.com (No need to write again if you are already receiving emails.) A link to watch the film at your convenience along with the link to join the discussion on Thursday, May 2, will be emailed to everyone on the list soon.

Choral Evensong on the Sixth Sunday of Easter

SUNDAY, MAY 5, 4:30 P.M., in the cathedral nave and livestreamed

Saint Mark's Cathedral invites one and all to unite their prayers and praises on the eve of the sixth week in Eastertide. The Evensong Choir of children, youth, and adults will offer a tuneful and keenly expressive setting of the Songs of Mary and Simeon (Magnificat and Nunc dimittis) composed for King's College Cambridge by contemporary British composer Joanna Forbes L'Estrange. In addition, the choir will offer Canon Michael Kleinschmidt's own a cappella setting of the poem Church-musick by George Herbert. This work, commissioned in 2020 and first presented in 2023 in Tennessee, will received its West Coast premiere at this liturgy. All will join in singing joyful hymns of eventide and Eastertide.

Rogation Day Procession & Liturgy 

WEDNESDAY, MAY 8, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person only, starting in the cathedral nave. Optional community dinner in Bloedel Hall at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family)

An outdoor liturgy for Rogation Day, an observance that dates to the 5th century. For 1,500 years, the weekdays preceding Ascension Day have been marked by outdoor prayers and thanksgiving for the fruitful Earth. Following the community dinner in Bloedel Hall, participants will process around the cathedral grounds, stopping to reflect and pray at significant locations. Canon Rich Weyls will officiate. The liturgy includes a portion of the Great Litany.

Climate Conversation for May: Farms for a Sustainable Future and How to Support Farmers

THURSDAY, MAY 9, 6:30–7:30 P.M., via Zoom

Join others in our monthly Climate Conversation, when the topic will be Farms for a Sustainable Future and How to Support Farmers. Tyler Morse of Brier Patch Farm will join host, Richard Hartung for this month’s discussion. Farms across the state produce food for those of us who live here as well as for the nation and the world. Farmers are changing their practices to be more eco-friendly, which can save time, money, resources and the environment. We’ll compare traditional practices with modern ones, look at innovative solutions farmers use now to farm better, and consider organic farming. Along with learning about farming practices, we'll also explore how you can support farmers better through what you purchase, where, and how you purchase it. These conversations are held only on Zoom, and the link is the same each month. If you don't already have it, find the registration link here.

Volunteer Opportunities for Bishop's Electing Convention at Saint Mark's

SATURDAY, MAY 18, in the cathedral nave

The cathedral nave will be the venue for the Bishop's Electing Convention on Saturday, May 18, when the next bishop of the Diocese of Olympia will be chosen. The organizers are seeking volunteers to assist with a variety of responsibilities throughout the day. This is a good opportunity if you wish to attend the convention in person, as only voting delegates, clergy, staff, and volunteers are allowed in the building during the convention. (All others are invited to watch via livestream.) Volunteers will be asked to arrive at 7 a.m., and stay until an election occurs, potentially as late as 5 p.m. Lunch will be provided. If you are available and interested in volunteering, please click here to sign up. Questions? Contact Michael Seewer: mseewer@saintmarks.org

Third Act-ers Retirees Group Sunday Potlucks

SUNDAYS, MAY 19 & JUNE 23, 12:15–2 P.M., in Leffler House (in person only)

The Third Act-ers will gather for two in-person potlucks, both on Sundays after the 11 a.m. service, on May 19 and June 23. If you want to prepare a dish or dessert, great! If you want to simply grab something from a deli or some donuts to share, great! If you have nothing to share and just bring your dear self, that is also great! Coffee and tea will be provided. This will not be hybrid, only in-person. If you need transportation, or have questions, contact: Kathy Minsch kminsch@gmail.com or Elizabeth Clark-Stern ecstern@yahoo.com

ANNOUNCEMENTS

New Update from the Affordable Housing Exploratory Committee: Development Partner Phase

The Affordable Housing Committee is now in a period of accepting Expressions of Interest from affordable housing developers who meet criteria outlined by the Committee and Vestry. This decision process will be guided by the Committee and Vestry. No decisions have been made, but this is a key next step in the project to realize the vision of a multi-generational affordable housing community on the St. Nicholas site. The Request for Expressions of Interest along with other updates recently share can be found at saintmarks.org/affordablehousing.

Questions? Email: affordablehousing@saintmarks.org

Visit the Saint Mark's Seed Library

Saint Mark's now has a seed library! Come visit the 15-drawer vintage card catalog in the coffee corner to share or take seeds for growing at home. Sunflower seeds will be available on Cathedral Day with more varieties of seeds available on Sunday, April 27. If you wish to donate seeds, please make sure to use the Saint Mark's Seed Library envelopes provided (designed by Sandy Nelson) and fill in as much information as possible on the envelope to help others plant the seeds. Questions? Email Emily Meeks: emeeks@saintmarks.org

Thank you to so many who made this possible: Dean Steve Thomason, Gordon and Jacquelyn Miller, Liz and Richard Gilbert, Kathy Minsch, Marjorie Ringness, Alexandra Thompson, Canon Wendy Claire Barrie, Robin Ethridge, Natalie Willis and Maris Olsen.

Changes to the Thursday Morning 7 a.m. Service

For many years, a small but faithful congregation has gathered together at 7 a.m. each Thursday for worship and fellowship. This offering went online in 2020, and when in-person worship resumed, it was decided that the Thursday morning offering would remain online-only for two Thursdays a month (2nd and 4th Thursdays), with an in-person Eucharist offered on the remaining Thursdays. With Daily Morning Prayer now offered at 7:30 a.m., Monday–Friday, there is now a NEW LINK for the online 7 a.m. service. Starting now, use this link to join at 7 a.m. on the 2nd and 4th Thursday. This link can be found on the cathedral website—on the Worship Schedule page, the Events Calendar, and elsewhere. All are welcome to these online services, or to the in-person Eucharist on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursdays. Time for fellowship follows the liturgies .

Forward Day by Day New Issue Available

Forward Day by Day is a daily devotional published quarterly by Forward Movement, containing scripture, reflections, and prompts to prayer for each day of the year. The new issue (covering May, June, and July 2024), is now available just inside the office entrance, on the table beneath the community bulletin board. This resource is made available to the community through the generosity of anonymous parishioners.

Thomsen Chapel Doors Restoration Update

The doors to Thomsen Chapel are a signature feature of the Cathedral’s façade, and after a century of weather, they are in need of restoration.

Update, April 19: The doors were removed this week and taken to the artisan’s shop for restoration, which will take about six weeks. Temporary doors have been installed to secure the entrance, but allow for entry as usual. This is made possible through a gift in memory of Don and Alice Jean Lewis by their sons.

For more information, contact Dean Thomason.

Choir Camp Registration Now Open

Saint Mark’s Cathedral Choir School welcomes all, regardless of church affiliation, who are interested in singing beautiful sacred music in a striking cathedral setting, while growing musically and spiritually. This year the Choir School will offer camps for three age brackets: Junior Choristers (age 5 to 2nd grade) Senior Chorister Camp (for children in 3rd–8th grade), and Schola Camp (for high school singers and changed-voice boys). Find more information and registration links here. Email questions to: rgilmore@saintmarks.org

Junior & Senior Chorister Camp:



July 15–19, 2024 (plus Sunday morning participation July 21)

M–F, 9 a.m.–noon for Junior Choristers

9 a.m.–4 p.m. for Senior Choristers

Concluding Evensong Friday, July 19, 4 p.m.

Sunday morning July 21

Junior Chorister Camp Registration Link

Senior Chorister Camp Registration Link

Schola (High School age) Camp:

August 14–17, 2024 (plus Sunday morning participation August 18)

Wednesday–Saturday, 3 p.m.–9 p.m.

Sunday morning August 18, 10 a.m.–12 p.m.

Schola Camp Registration Link

Pastoral Care Update

The cathedral clergy are available to parishioners in need of pastoral care, and the best way to contact a priest after hours for urgent concerns (e.g. emergency hospitalization, serious injury, etc.) is by calling or texting them on their personal cell phones. These numbers are readily available to all parishioners via the Parish Directory (accessible via a link in the upper right of the cathedral website) or the Church Life mobile app. If you have not yet installed this app on your phone, we encourage you to do so—it is a great resource. Erik Donner can assist you with downloading the app or can simply provide you with the priests’ numbers himself; email edonner@saintmarks.org or call 206.323.0300 ext. 217.

For non-urgent pastoral messages, call the church office and leave a voicemail message, either for one of the priests or in the general mailbox. You can also email prayer requests anytime to prayers@saintmarks.org. Thanks!

FROM OUR NEIGHBORS

St. Luke's, Ballard: Building a Place Where Love Dwells

St. Luke’s Episcopal Church in Ballard is redeveloping their property to include affordable housing, mixed use residential housing, and a new worship and program space for the church. St. Luke’s leaders are now conducting a capital campaign to raise $2.5 million in support of their project, and they are inviting the broader community to participate. To learn more, go to Building a Place Where Love Dwells.  

FROM OUR NEIGHBORS

Meaningful Movies: Activating Faith Communities for Climate Justice

SUNDAY, APRIL 28, 12-1:15 P.M., at First United Methodist Church, 180 Denny Way, Seattle, or via Zoom. Registration requested.

Do something for Earth month! Be part of this ecumenical gathering on Sunday, April 28 at First United Methodist Church for a Meaningful Movies event, including a discussion prompted by The Letter, a documentary about the impact on people around the world of Laudato Si’, Pope Francis’s encyclical on the climate crisis. Jim Antal serves as Special Advisor on Climate Justice to the General Minister and President of the United Church of Christ. Anna Johnson is North America Senior Programs Manager with the Laudato Si’ Movement. They will share how faith communities are responding to the climate crisis. Register here to receive the link to watch the movie beforehand and to attend, either in person at First Church or via Zoom. If attending in person, come at 11:30 for lunch and meet some of our climate justice friends at First Church and other faith communities ($5 donation requested for lunch). Find more information here.

FROM OUR NEIGHBORS

Seattle Architecture Foundation Walking Tour of the Cathedral’s Neighborhood

SATURDAYS: MAY 4, JUNE 1, and JULY 20, 10 A.M. TO 12 P.M., tour begins and ends at Saint Mark’s

The Seattle Architecture Foundation, which exists to connect the people of Seattle to the rich history of our built environment, offers a two-hour walking tour of Federal Avenue and North Capitol Hill. The tour, titled Understated Elegance on the Park, visits 21 different historic properties around Saint Mark’s, placing them in the context of Seattle's social and economic history in the early 20th century. The tour concludes with a brief presentation of the cathedral building itself. Tickets are $25 ($22 for student/seniors), and capacity is limited—find the link to get tickets here.

FUNERALS

A funeral for Geraldine Wallace will be offered

TUESDAY, MAY 2, 2 P.M., in Thomsen Chapel

Sunday, April 28, 2024:

The Fifth Sunday of Easter

Download the service leaflets in advance here.

Join the 11 a.m. service via livestream here.

Read the Scriptures appointed for this Sunday here.

Scripture:

Acts 8:26–40

1 John 4:7–21

John 15:1–8

Psalm 22:24–30

8 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST

in Thomsen Chapel

Presider & Preacher: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason

Hymns:

We know that Christ is raised and dies no more [Hymn #296]

In Christ there is no East or West [Hymn #529]

Organ:

Philip Moore, Variations: Noël nouvelet [“Now the green blade riseth”]

Dietrich Buxtehude, Fugue in C, BuxWV 174

9 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST

in the cathedral nave

Presider: The Rev. Canon Richard C. Weyls

Preacher: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason

Hymns:

We know that Christ is raised and dies no more [Hymn #296]

Come, my Way, my Truth, my Life [Hymn #487]

In Christ there is no East or West [Hymn #529]

Choir:

B.E. Boykin, John 3:16

Organ:

Marcel Dupré, Theme and three variations on Noël nouvelet [“Now the green blade riseth”]

Dietrich Buxtehude, Fugue in C, BuxWV 174

11 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST

in the cathedral nave & livestreamed

Presider: The Rev. Canon Linzi Stahlecker

Preacher: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason

Hymns:

God is love; let heaven adore him [Hymn #379]

Thou art the Way, to thee alone [Hymn #457]

We know that Christ is raised and dies no more [Hymn #296]

Choir:

Plainchant, Ubi caritas

Maurice Duruflé, Ubi caritas et amor

Juan Esquivel, Ego sum panis vivus

Organ:

Philip Moore, Variations: Noël nouvelet [“Now the green blade riseth”]

Marcel Dupré, Fugue and Toccata on on Noël nouvelet [“Now the green blade riseth”]

7 P.M. • CONTEMPLATIVE EUCHARIST

in Thomsen Chapel

Presider: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason

Musician: Rebekah Gilmore, soprano

A beloved Seattle tradition since 1956. Broadcast live on KING 98.1 FM, and king.org; livestreamed on saintmarks.org and Facebook and YouTube; and available as a podcast. Learn more here.

Special Service Marking the 10th Anniversary of the Death of Compline Choir Founder Peter R. Hallock

Highlights:

Kievan chant, Kontakion for the Departed

Peter R. Hallock, Psalm 84

Peter R. Hallock, Nunc dimittis ("Marilyn" setting)

Peter R. Hallock, Peace

THE FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH), 12:30 P.M., meet in the rear of the nave following the 11 a.m. service.

A newcomers' coffee with clergy is offered on the first Sunday of each month immediately following the 11 a.m. Sunday service. This coffee hour is offered especially for newcomers, guests, or anyone who has questions about the cathedral community and liturgies. Gather in the back of the nave. Email newcomers@saintmarks.org if you cannot attend in person, or with any other questions. And as always, please spread the word to anyone you know who may be interested.

Each week, those for whom the community has been asked to pray are published each Friday afternoon in the Cathedral Prayer List, found as a PDF at saintmarks.org/prayer

On that same page, find information about joining the cathedral's Prayer Chain, to receive emails about individual prayer requests as they are submitted. The prayer list is also available in printed form in the back of the nave.

Weekday Prayer Services

Note that both Daily Morning Prayer and the Thursday 7 a.m. online service have recent changed their Zoom link. See above, and find the updated links here.

Daily Morning Prayer is offered online via Zoom, Monday–Friday at 7:30 a.m.

Daily Evening Prayer is offered via Zoom, Monday–Friday at 6 p.m.

Thursday Morning: A service of Holy Eucharist is offered in person in Thomsen Chapel 7 a.m. on the 1st/3rd/5th Thursdays of the month only. On the 2nd/4th Thursdays of the month, an online-only prayer service is offered via Zoom at 7 a.m. instead.