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Saint Mark's Greenbelt Tour
THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 10:10-10:50 A.M., meet at the Greenbelt sign off the lower south parking lot
Urban Forest Steward Robert Hayden will lead a Greenbelt Tour for all ages between the 9 and 11 a.m. services on Sunday morning, September 17, co-sponsored by Intergenerational Ministries and Creation Care. Learn about this precious urban green space and the public-private partnership that works to maintain it, and see up close the work that needs to be done.
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20s/30s GROUP
Kitchen Prep at Edible Hope
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 5:30 P.M., at St. Luke’s in Ballard, 5710 22nd Ave NW, Seattle 98107 (Parking onsite available)
Each day Edible Hope in Ballard serves up to 120 meals. Come help meal prep for their meal service with other young adults from St. Luke’s Ballard. Tasks will vary by the menu that week but there will be lots of opportunities to chop, dice and season food. Sign up by emailing Emily Meeks: emeeks@saintmarks.org
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Contemplative Prayer Group Resumes
THIS TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 7:30 P.M., in the cathedral nave
Tuesday Evening Centering Prayer gatherings have been on summer hiatus. The offering will resume this Tuesday, September 19, at which point it will relaunch as Contemplative Prayer. The gatherings will still begin with a period of silent meditation, followed by discussions on a variety of contemplative practices including Centering Prayer. No prior experience with this type of prayer is required.
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20s/30s GROUP
TGIF at Saint Bread, Fourth Fridays
FRIDAY. SEPTEMBER 22, 8–9 A.M., at Saint Bread, 1421 NE Boat Street, Seattle
Start the day with fellowship and reflection at Saint Bread, a bakery and community space on the Portage Bay waterfront near UW in Seattle. Seating is outside so dress accordingly for weather. Questions? Contact Hilary McLeland-Wieser: Hmcleland12@live.com
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A Visit by The Rt. Rev. Ernie Moral, Bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of the Southern Philippines
GUEST SERMON: SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, at the 9 and 11 a.m. services
SPECIAL FORUM: THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 28, 7–8 P.M., Bloedel Hall and online via Zoom
We are honored to welcome back Bishop Ernie Moral of the Episcopal Diocese of the Southern Philippines (EDSP). He will be our guest preacher at both the 9 and 11 a.m. services on Sunday, September 24. (The Diocese of Olympia partnered over 10 years ago with the EDSP to create the Carbon Offset Cooperative Mission, a program that plants native trees in the Southern Philippines with funds received for carbon offsets.)
A few days later, Bishop Moral will present a special Thursday night hybrid forum titled Diversity and Indigenous Spirituality In the Southern Philippines. He will share an overview of the Episcopal Church in the Philippines and EDSP's history, as well as the ways the diocese engages with diversity, specifically in Mindanao. He will also discuss ways EDSP is working to honor indigenous spirituality, linking indigenous practices and belief to the Christian faith. Register to attend via Zoom using this link (no registration needed for in-person attendance).
Finally, Bishop Moral will be speaking on Saturday, September 30 at CONVENE, the Diocese of Olympia’s gathering for workshops and exhibits, which this year is being held in Everett.
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SUNDAY MORNING FORUM
Exploring Affordable Housing—Resources and Conversations Ahead
SUNDAY, SEPTMEBER 24, 10:10–10:50 A.M., Bloedel Hall
At the Cathedral Commons Forum on September 13, the Affordable Housing Exploratory Committee shared updates of their work to assess mission alignment and feasibility of the St. Nicholas site for redevelopment. The next forum on Sunday, September 24, will be a Q&A with committee members and cathedral leadership.
You can watch a complete video of the previous forum here. Click here to give input on the breakout questions asked. No decisions have been made and the Vestry seeks parish in this process as we discern next steps. Reach out to the committee at: affordablehousing@saintmarks.org
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SAINT MARK'S MUSIC SERIES
A Celebration of 20 Years of the Marion Camp Oliver Organ in Thomsen Chapel
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2023, 7:30 P.M., and SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2023, 3 P.M., in Thomsen Chapel
The exquisite organ in Thomsen Chapel was installed by Paul Fritts & Co. in 2003. It came to Saint Mark's through the generosity of Marion McCaw Garrison, and was dedicated to the memory of her mother, Marion Camp Oliver, in September of that year. To mark its 20th anniversary, the Saint Mark's Music Series will present a recital with organists Michael Kleinschmidt and John Stuntebeck, joined by with violist Mel Butler and remarks by Herb Williams. There are two identical performances: Friday evening, September 29 at 7:30 p.m., and a Saturday matinee at 3 p.m. on September 30. Find the links to purchase tickets (along with information about all the upcoming offerings in the Music Series) at: saintmarks.org/concerts
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Michaelmas Chilly Dip
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1, 5:30 P.M., at Madison Park Beach, 1900 43rd Ave. E, Seattle
More details to come, but join The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker for a chilly dip following Evensong on the first Sunday in October. Everyone is welcome! Bring a snack to share. Tea and hot chocolate provided. Questions? Email Rev. Linzi: lstahlecker@saintmarks.org
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20s/30s GROUP
Let’s Taco Bout It: Dinner + Contemplative Prayer
FIRST TUESDAYS STARTING OCTOBER 3, 6–8 P.M., meet in Leffler House
Join in for a taco dinner—tortillas, beans and chips and salsa provided, just bring a favorite side—and conversation to start the week. After dinner, the group will head over to the cathedral nave to take part in Contemplative Prayer. Dinner hosts vary by month—for questions about the October 3 gathering, email Molly Bosch: molly.bosch@outlook.com
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CATEHDRAL COMMONS
Dementia and Spirituality: Hope on the Journey
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 4, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall or online via Zoom, registration required for either option. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. This forum is in collaboration with St. James Cathedral.
Join online or in person for this important conversation about dementia from a spiritual perspective. The evening will include a presentation from Dr. Thomas Grabowski from the UW Memory and Brain Wellness Center followed by a panel conversation reflecting on dementia and ministry with Father James Eblen, Sister Judy Ryan and the Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason. Come learn more about what dementia is, its impact on people living with the disease and their caregivers, and ways to provide support along the journey.
Program is free, but registration is requested for in-person or online participation. Optional community dinner served at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family). Register using this form. If you choose to participate online, a Zoom link will be sent to registrants prior to the event.
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20s/30s GROUP
Pumpkin Patch Excursion and Feast of St. Francis
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7, 10 A.M., meet on the Saint Mark’s labyrinth
Join in for a day full of pumpkin picking, apple cider, and everything else Fall! Meet at Saint Mark’s and carpool to a local pumpkin patch (more details to come!). The festivities will continue with an option to attend the Composting Workshop presented by Nurturing Roots Farm at 3 p.m., and the St. Francis Day Celebration and Blessing of the Animals at 4:30 p.m. (see below) Questions? Email Julia Cooper: julia7cooper@gmail.com
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St. Francis Day Celebration & Blessing of the Animals
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7, 4:30 P.M., on the front lawn and labyrinth
On Saturday, October 7, Saint Mark’s will once again offer its beloved Saint Francis Day tradition. A few years ago this offering was moved from Sunday morning to Saturday afternoon, and the outdoor celebration has a truly festive community atmosphere. Dogs, cats, bird, bunnies, ponies, chickens, and all creatures great and small are welcome!
Music will be offered by the young choristers of Choir School, and The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker will offer a brief reflection. The service includes prayers for healing humanity’s relationship with the earth, and for all the creatures who share the earth with us. Following the service, animals can receive an individual blessing from a priest if desired. All are invited to attend, with or without their animal companions. Stuffed animals are also welcome to be blessed, as are photographs of pets who would not find attending the event a blessed experience. Animals should remain leashed or kenneled. You are welcome to bring your own chair to use on the lawn, although chairs will also be provided. Check out some photos from previous years' events here.
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Radix 11—Courageous Ancestors of Faith: Ruth & Esther
OPENING PLENARY: SUNDAY, OCTOBER 15, 7–8 P.M., online via Zoom only
SMALL GROUPS MEET: ONCE A WEEK STARTING THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 16, THROUGH NOVEMBER 26. Sunday groups begin October 22. Groups will meet online via Zoom OR in person. Registration required; deadline to register: OCTOBER 4.
The Radix Project is an opportunity to gather in small groups, share their stories, reflect on Holy Scripture and sacred art, and pray for one another with intention. The project was created to provide a way to connect in a setting that fosters trust, so that our relationships with God and one another are strengthened. This Fall, the theme for Radix 11 is Courageous Ancestors of Faith: Ruth & Esther. Check out a video invation from Dean Steve Thomason below. Register to participate here.
The opening plenary presentation with Dean Thomason and the Radix Project Team will be offered on Sunday evening, October 15, online via Zoom only. All are welcome and encouraged to join the opening Plenary Presentation with Dean Thomason and the Radix Project team, whether or not you plan to participate in the small groups.
Deadline to register for a small group: Wednesday, October 4. Learn more about Radix groups and see video and materials from previous iterations here. Questions? Email radix@saintmarks.org
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FOUR MEETINGS BEGINNING THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17–OCTOBER 8, 12:30–2 P.M., Leffler Living Room or online via Zoom, registration required.
This popular class exploring the basics of the Christian faith through an Episcopal lens begins this Sunday, but it's not too late to register! Whether you are new to Saint Mark’s, or simply interested in sharing and learning more, you are welcome. The four sessions will explore: Images of God (Sept. 17), How We Read Scripture (Sept. 24), The Way We Worship (Oct. 1), and Spiritual Practices (Oct. 8). Register to participate using this link.
Contact Canon Wendy Claire Barrie if you have questions: wbarrie@saintmarks.org
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THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 12:30–2 P.M., in Room 210 or online via Zoom
For their September gathering, participants of the Saint Mark's Second Sunday Book Group have selected Preparing for War: The Extremist History of White Christian Nationalism—and What Comes Next (2023) by Bradley Onishi. Onishi, who once served as a youth minister in a mega-white evangelical church, writes about White Christian Nationalism (WCN) as someone once on the inside. He focuses on the latter half of the twentieth century up to the present and draws a direct line from Barry Goldwater's "Extremism in the defense of liberty is no vice," to the January 6 insurrectionists. WCN, he writes, prioritizes white supremacy over a multi-racial democracy, the male as the natural head of the household over equality of the sexes, and the belief that America was founded as a Christian nation over religious tolerance. A common slogan within QAnon conspiracy groups is "it's our nation, not theirs." The January 6 insurrection was not their last stand. If WCN is not dismantled, Onishi warns, our democracy will not be preserved. Learn more about the Second Sunday Book Group here.
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THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 1:30-3 P.M., online via Zoom only
All invited to join the the next Worship & Prayer Committee meeting (a part of the cathedral's Mutual Ministry Goals) on Sunday afternoon, September 17 at 1:30 p.m. on Zoom. The conversation will include a reflection on recent liturgies, a discussion of upcoming liturgies, and a theological reflection. To get the Zoom link, along with an article to be read in preparation for the meeting, ahead of time for discussion and reflection, email sacristan Michael Seewer: mseewer@saintmarks.org
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TWO WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 20 & 27, 2023, 6:45–8:15 P.M. in person in Bloedel Hall and online via Zoom.
The Wisdom School 2023/24 Program Year Opening Plenary Presentation, Led by Dean Steve Thomason
Place matters. It is the locus of spiritual purpose, whether at home, on the pilgrim’s way, or in the wilderness. It is the locus of belonging, of grounding, of meaning. The mystics remind us to “look deeply and discover God there.” The geography of the heart is shaped by the land and the ties that bind us to particular places, especially when we come to see it all as holy ground. This two-part series will explore the spirituality of place, pilgrimage and finding home, with spiritual practices that serve as maps for the journey.
Program is free; optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($8/adult; $25/family max.) All are welcome. Register to attend via Zoom. (No advance registration needed for in-person participation.)
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CHANGED DATE!
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 21, 6:30–7:30 P.M., online via Zoom only
The date for the Creation Care Ministry monthly Climate Conversation for September has been changed to SEPTEMBER 21. Please note on your calendars and join us for another good discussion of ways to combat climate change, remembering our calling to care for God's creation. The topic on the 21st will be Simple Seattle Solutions to be a Voice for Conservation and Creation Care. Find more information and the Zoom link here.
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SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, 10 A.M.-12 P.M., Bloedel Hall
All current and aspiring liturgical ministers are invited to join a day of conversations and training on Saturday, September 23 in Bloedel Hall (note: not the Cathedral Nave). Dean Steve Thomason, Sacristan Michael Seewer, and others have redesigned the training from years past, so be prepared to have some fun, good conversation, and conclude with a simple lunch of soup and salad (vegan options available). All liturgical ministers are asked to attend one of these trainings at least once every three years. If you are able to join us, please RSVP by completing this form: https://forms.office.com/r/6rKPrsdq3a. Questions? Email Cathedral Sacristan Michael Seewer: mseewer@saintmarks.org
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SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 12:30 P.M., Room 210
For the first QuiC Book Group gathering, ministry leaders have chosen Why Be Happy When You Could Be Normal? by Jeanette Winterson, a moving memoire about growing up queer in an abusive religious family in 1970s Britain. The first half of the book contains many scenes which will be familiar to readers of Winterson's essential 1985 Lesbian novel Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit, but here they are presented stripped of their fictionalization and told with painful honesty. The book then jumps forward several decades, as Winterson explores how these experiences continued to resonate in adulthood. Issues of faith and organized religion pervade both sections of the book. The discussion will be in person only in Room 210, unless sufficient interest for online participation is expressed in advance. Contact Vicky Greenbaum with any questions, or if you would be interested in joining remotely: vgreenbaum1@gmail.com
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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 29, 2 P.M., in the cathedral nave; find the link to purchase tickets here
This special event is presented by the Slow Flowers Society and co-sponsored by Saint Mark's Cathedral. Learning to be Kinder to Nature is a lecture, floral design demonstration, and book signing with Shane Connolly, an influential role model in sustainable floristry and environmentally-mindful design practices. This lecture will also encompass Shane's remarks about the Sustainable Church Flowers project in the U.K. as he shares his message with flower enthusiasts, organic gardeners, and floral professionals. Connelly's clients include major museums, public institutions, and celebrities, but he is best known for his work for The Royal Family, including the coronation in May 2023. Tickets: $45 per person; $70 includes a signed copy of A Year in Flowers by Shane Connolly. Learn more and find the link to buy tickets here.
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SATURDAY, OCTOBER 7, 3–4 P.M., Leffler Garden
Learn about composting basics at home and how to use compost in your home garden at this workshop co-hosted by the 20s/30s Group and the Creation Care Ministry. Representatives from the City of Seattle’s Master Composter Sustainability Program and Nurturing Roots Farm will guide the interactive discussion and activities. Enjoy snacks and refreshments on the Cathedral front porch before the St. Francis Celebration and Blessing of the Animals at 4:30 that day. Questions? Email Emily: emeeks@saintmarks.org
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Renovation of the Cathedral Cornerstone
The Cathedral cornerstone—which marks the dedication of the entire cathedral building and which is the location of the amazing work of the Flower Ministry each week—has recently been restored by artisan Andy Dupree. The project included cleaning and sealing the cornerstone, restoration of the gold lettering, installation of a new quartz stone topper, a mahogany plinth, and drip basin. This work was made possible by a memorial gift by Kathy Sodergren. We are grateful to Kathy and to Andy in this. This work was made possible by a gift from Kathy Sodergren in memory of her husband Dick Sodergren.
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Transformation Tree—Virtual Submissions
Recently the Strategic Planning Committee shared the Transformation Tree at the Ministry Fair (see photo). We received many wonderful notes of the ways you experience God’s presence at Saint Mark’s. We wanted to extend the opportunity virtually to give all a chance to share.
Where have you experienced transformation at Saint Mark’s? Pick a source of transformation below, describe how it was meaningful to you (words, phrases, pictures—all welcome), and email it to: strategicplanning@saintmarks.org
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WORSHIP & PRAYER – how we acknowledge the holiness of God in corporate worship, how we hear God’s Word, offer and respond to prayer, engage in music, and celebrate the sacraments.
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FORMATION & JUSTICE – how we come to know God through our mind, heart and bodies and respond in ways that promote peace, love, reconciliation and restoration.
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STEWARDSHIP – how we give and share of our time and resources, how we care for our campus and buildings, and how we care for Earth.
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LIFE IN COMMUNITY – in the togetherness, how we experience the sharing of meals, conversation, story, silence and connection.
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From Saturday's Restorative Justice Retreat
At the recent retreat exploring the future of justice ministries at Saint Mark's, Canon Jennifer King Daugherty opened the event with a reflection titled Justice Work as Spiritual Practice: Remarks on the Connection between Spiritual Life, Restorative Justice, and Hope. She poses the question, “What motivates us toward justice work?” and emphasizes both the sacred, spiritual nature of this work, as well as the need to engage with the here and now. Read her complete remarks here.
A few photos from the day can be seen here.
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Organ by Night
THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 10 P.M. (following Compline), in the cathedral nave and organ loft
Canon Michael Kleinschmidt will offer this month's Organ by Night music following Compline this Sunday, September 17. He serves as Cannon for Cathedral Music at Saint Mark’s Cathedral. He will play works by Antonio Vivaldi and Johann Sebastian Bach.
On every third Sunday of the month, organists offer 20 minutes of music on the mighty Flentrop organ, and encourage listeners to join them in the gallery to see and hear the organ and organist up close. They are also happy to answer questions about the music and the organ itself.
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SAVE THE DATE
2023 Diocesan Convention
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28, online only
Each fall, the Diocese of Olympia meets for a Diocesan Convention, at which the business of the diocese is done, resolutions are passed, and the Bishop gives an annual address. Continuing the pattern from recent years, the 2023 Diocesan Convention will again be online only, in a streamlined format lasting only one day. All are welcome to watch the proceedings. Save the date!
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DIOCESE OF OLYMPIA
Advocacy Training Day
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 10 A.M.–4 P.M., Bloedel Hall and online via Zoom, registration required
Don't miss this opportunity to become a more effective public policy advocate! The diocese is delighted to welcome Alan Yarborough, Church Relations Officer for The Episcopal Church Office of Government Relations (OGR), to equip us with practical techniques for growing parish and diocesan advocacy. Through interactive sessions and breakout groups, Alan will teach us practical techniques for your parish (and our diocese!) to create positive change in our communities and beyond. Training topics include Civil Discourse, OGR's Advocacy Toolkit, info about the Episcopal Public Policy Network (EPPN), and more. Anyone seeking structural change in ministry areas like immigration, housing, gun reform, LGBTQ+ rights, racial justice, creation/climate justice, etc. are encouraged to attend. Lunch is provided for in-person attendees; register using this link for in-person and Zoom participation.
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10 Years of Cathedral Yoga
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 6:30 P.M. (class), 7:30 P.M. (reception), in the cathedral nave
Cathedral Yoga began as a ministry of Saint Mark's Cathedral in September of 2013, so this month marks ten years of this beloved cathedral offering. A few months ago, Cathedral Yoga began the practice of hosting an informal social hour to chat and connect over a cup of tea, on the fourth Monday of each month. This month's fourth-Monday tea will also be a celebration of this milestone. There will be some special guests present, and we will acknowledge and honor the people who began the ministry in 2013, and all those who have contributed to its flourishing in the decade since then.
PLEASE NOTE: A new policy has now gone into effect for Cathedral Yoga on Monday evening. As of now, the main doors into the cathedral nave will be locked at 6:45 p.m. The doors will still open at 6 p.m., with class at 6:30 p.m. We apologize in advance to anyone who arrives late to find the doors locked, but Cathedral Yoga instructor Luna Miller would like to emphasize that jumping into a yoga class late after skipping the warm-up is not good for your body. This policy also means that it will no longer be possible to attend the third-Monday Sound Bath at 7:30 without also attending the class at 6:30—the third-Monday offering will now be a yoga class with extended final relaxation. (You may leave, quietly, at 7:30 if you have to, but you are encouraged to stay for the entire 90-minute experience if you can.)
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Cathedral Seeks Applicants for On-site Cathedral Caretaker & Security Manager
Saint Mark's is seeking qualified applicants for the position of On-site Cathedral Caretaker & Security Manager, a part-time position with responsibilities supporting the safety and security of the cathedral campus, its community members and guests on campus, parking management, and emergency response procedures. We seek a highly relational person with proven initiative and a demonstrated ability to work independently who shows hospitality to all who enter the premises and helps assure safety, security, and good stewardship of the cathedral property and the people who use it. Compensation for this position includes an apartment on the cathedral grounds. Please read the complete job description posted at saintmarks.org/employment, and spread the word to anyone you know who might be interested.
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FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
Choral Arts NW Concert & Gala Reception Fundraiser at Saint Mark's
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 3 P.M., in the cathedral nave and Bloedel Hall
Choral Arts Northwest celebrates its 30th season with a retrospective of music performed by a reunion of current and alumni Choral Arts NW singers. Led by former and current Artistic Directors Richard Sparks, Robert Bode, and Timothy Westerhaus, this festive concert features choral favorites by Rheinberger, Rutter, Barnum, Averitt, and Hailstork. Tenor Namarea Randolph-Yosea, and pianists Serena Chin and Lee Thompson share the stage with our 65 voices and esteemed conductors. Join us afterward for a Gala Reception Fundraiser in Bloedel Hall and help us ensure the success of the next 30 years of great music-making. Learn more and buy tickets here.
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FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
St Spiridon's Annual Bazaar
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 11 A.M.–5 P.M.; and SUNDAY, OCTOBER 1, 12–4 PM, at St. Spiridon's Orthodox Cathedral, 400 Yale Ave N, Seattle
Our neighbors in South Lake Union, St. Spiridon's Orthodox Cathedral, have extended an invitation to the Saint Mark's community to their annual Bazaar, featuring Slavic cuisine, homemade pastries, cathedral tours, arts and crafts, icons, and more. Learn more here.
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FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
Seattle Architecture Foundation Walking Tour of the Cathedral’s Neighborhood
SATURDAYS: SEPTEMBER 16 and OCTOBER 14, 10 A.M. TO 12 P.M., tour begins and ends at Saint Mark’s
(New Description:) The Olmsted Brothers’ visionary park plan led Seattle’s prominent leaders and their renowned architects to design homes nestled against blossoming Volunteer Park on Seattle’s Capitol Hill. The homes reflect the changing tastes, lifestyles, and times just before and after World War I. The Seattle Architecture Foundation invites you to stroll down Federal Avenue and learn about these stately monuments to early 20th Century prosperity. On this tour you’ll see a variety of classic architectural styles from notable architects of the day, including Carl F. Gould, Bebb & Mendel and Joseph S. Cote’. The tour lasts approximately two hours and 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.
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Gratitude Conversations for Stewardship 2024
During the month of September, the leaders of the Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Stewardship Ministry will present a five-week series of reflections, prayers, mediations, and short stories to prepare the way for our 2024 Stewardship Campaign, which begins on October 1, 2024. We welcome your thoughts and reflections in response, either via email or using the comment box at the bottom of this page. This weeks' observation is from Vesry member Wayne Duncan.
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Pilgrimage of the Mind
by Wayne Duncan
Pilgrimage can occur by walking, flying, climbing... and sometimes just by reading, thinking, and discussing. I have been grateful for the pilgrimages I have been able to take over the past six years through the Education for Ministry and Wisdom School offerings at Saint Mark’s.
The Education for Ministry program has led me to feel a connection to the University of the South even though I’ve never stepped foot on the campus, and their course of readings and small-group discussions have taken me to ancient Jerusalem as we studied the Hebrew Bible, to new understandings of the New Testament as we read and discussed John Collins’ book on Biblical values, and through the complex history of the Christian faith through Diarmaid MacCulloch’s challenging Christianity: The First Three Thousand Years, as well as current theological texts that challenge us to look at racism and the issues facing the church in new ways through the writings of Catherine Meeks and Stephanie Spellers.
This small group's weekly journey has been supplemented with the varied and engaging offerings from the Wisdom School, including Richard Rohr’s remote broadcasts of his CONSPIRE conferences from New Mexico, as well as Belden Lane’s lectures on the natural world and Mary Crist’s workshop on the Doctrine of Discovery in our own Bloedel Hall. These offerings have helped me deepen my faith and broaden my understanding of Christian faith and its history. They have helped shape my perspective on Christianity and how I reflect these values in my life. I’m grateful for these opportunities, and grateful too for the opportunity to support these faith formation programs through my annual financial commitment to Saint Mark’s.
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Cathedral Yoga will be offered as usual Monday, September 18, at 6:30 p.m. in the cathedral nave, led by instructor Luna Miller. It is third Monday of the month, so Sound Bath Artist Andrea Suzuki will accompany the class, and play for 30 minutes at the end of class. Note that it is no longer possible to attend the Sound Bath without also attending the class, and participants are encouraged to stay for the entire 90-minute experience. (See item above for more details) | |
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Tuesday Noon Bible Study has resumed following its summer hiatus in the month of August. The group meets from 12–1:30 p.m. for study and prayer over the lectionary, led by a rotating group of cathedral staff and lay leaders. (Join early at 11:30 for social time and chat.)
Contact Ministry leader Lynne Cobb at biblestudy@saintmarks.org for more information and to get the Zoom link to join online.
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Recently a new issue of the 20s/30s Group email newsletter was sent out, containing announcements, reflections, snapshots, a book recommendation, and more. Check out the new issue here, and add yourself to the list to receive future issues here, or using the "update my profile" link at the bottom of this email. (Select "Young Adults" from the list of options.) | |
Ministry leaders recently sent out a Queer in Christ email newsletter containing events, updates, and links to some items of note. Check out the issue here. To get on the list to receive future issues, email queerinchrist@saintmarks.org | |
A new issue of the cathdral award-wining magazine, The Rubic, has just been published and will be arriving in mailboxes shortly. You can also pick up a copy in the narthex, or read the issue online here. | |
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Sunday, September 17, 2023:
The Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost
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:
Genesis 50:15–21
Psalm 103:1–13
Romans 14:1–12
Matthew 18:21–35
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8 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
Thomsen Chapel
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Presider & Preacher: The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker
Hymns:
O bless the Lord, my soul! [Hymn #411]
Now thank we all our God [Hymn #397]
Organ:
Felix Mendelssohn, Adagio and Allegro assai vivace from Sonata 1, Op. 65
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9 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
the cathedral nave
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Presider: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Preacher: The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker
Hymns:
Praise my soul, the God of heaven [Hymn #410, words altered]
When Christ was lifted from the earth [Hymn #603]
Now thank we all our God [Hymn #397]
Choir (Sr. Choristers & Saint Mark's Singers):
Harold Friedell, Draw us in the Spirit’s tether
Organ:
J.S. Bach, Chorale prelude on Nun danket alle Gott, BWV 657
Felix Mendelssohn, Allegro assai vivace from Sonata 1, Op. 65
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11 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
the cathedral nave & livestreamed
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Presider: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Preacher: The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker
Hymns:
Praise my soul, the God of heaven [Hymn #410, words altered]
Lord, make us servants of your peace [Hymn #593]
Now thank we all our God [Hymn #397]
Choir (The Cathedral Choir):
David Ashley White, So the day dawn for me
Mikhail Ippolitov-Ivanov, Bless the Lord, O my soul
Organ:
J.S. Bach, Chorale-prelude on Nun danket alle Gott, BWV 657
Felix Mendelssohn, Allegro assai vivace from Sonata 1, Op. 65
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7 P.M. • CONTEMPLATIVE EUCHARIST
Thomsen Chapel
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Presider: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Musician: TBA
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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.
Compline observing the Feast of St. Hildegard von Bingen
Highlights:
Hildegard von Bingen, O Pastor animarum
Hildegard von Bingen, O ignee Spiritus
Frank Ferko, O speculum columbe from The Hildegard motets (on words by Hildegard)
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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.
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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.
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EVERY SUNDAY, DURING THE 9 A.M. SERVICE
Children's Chapel is offered on Sunday during the 9 a.m. Sunday service. All children are invited to join the Gospel procession and gather around the Deacon as the Gospel is proclaimed. Then children pre-school through 2nd grade will process to Thomsen Chapel for storytelling, singing, and prayer. Parents are welcome to join their children. They return to their families in the nave at the Peace. If you have any questions or would like to help out, please contact Canon Wendy Claire Barrie at: wbarrie@saintmarks.org
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Weekday Prayer Services
Daily Morning Prayer is offered by St. Paul's, Seattle, weekdays at 8:30 a.m., online via Zoom only. Members of the cathedral community are encouraged to participate
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.
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Saint Mark’s Cathedral acknowledges that we gather on the traditional land of the first people of Seattle, the Duwamish People, who are still here, and we honor with gratitude the land itself and the life all the Coast Salish tribes. [Learn more]
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Saint Mark's Episcopal Cathedral
206.323.0300
info@saintmarks.org
www.saintmarks.org
Pastoral Care Emergency Line: 206.323.0300 x100
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