SUNDAY OFFERINGS
Sunday, February 2, 2025:
The Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ in the Temple
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8 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
in Thomsen Chapel
9 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
in the cathedral nave
10 a.m. • Godly Play
in the St Nicholas Bldg, 2nd floor
10:10 a.m. • Blessing & Dedication of Donna Jean's Place Women's Shelter
in the St Nicholas Bldg, 1st floor
11 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
in the nave and livestreamed
12:30 p.m. • Newcomers' Coffee
meet in the rear of the nave
12:30 p.m. • 20s/30s Book Group
in the St Nicholas Bldg
12:30 p.m. • Community Book Study
in Room 210
4:30 p.m. • Choral Evensong
in the nave and livestreamed
5:30 p.m. • Queer Conversations
in Leffler House
7 p.m. • Contemplative Eucharist
in the cathedral nave
9:30 p.m. • Compline
in the nave and livestreamed
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Vestry Updates
and new Vestry commissioning this Sunday
Women’s Shelter Dedication and Open House
welcoming Donna Jean's Place, this Sunday
Choir School Pilgrimage to Portland
Youth Choir Festival West this weekend
Taizé Prayer
honoring Brigid of Kildare, February 11
Middle East Film Series
opening reception and screening February 20
Forum on the Liturgical Calendar
marking the transitions of the year
A New Date for the 2025 Ministry Fair
an annual celebration moving to the spring
Intergenerational Prayer Partners
fostering connection in Lent and Eastertide
Social Media Survey
from the Communications Committee
Afghan Family Seeks Housing
A request from the Popal family, once guests on the cathedral property
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Vestry Commissioning this Sunday
At last Sunday's Annual Parish Meeting & Elections, the new Vestry members elected to three-year terms were: Deborah Person, Hannah Hochkeppel, Sam Herring, and Mark Lundquist. In addition, Sarah McCord was elected to a one-year term (to serve the remainder of resigningVestry member Doug Thorpe's term.) The Dean re-appointed Greg Hamm as Senior Warden. The Pro Christo et Ecclesia medal was awarded to Greg Hamm and Canon Michael Kleinschmidt. The Cathedral Cross was awarded to Maria Coldwell.
The new election procedures this year resulted in a substantial increase in the total number of votes cast: about 40% higher than any year in the previous decade! The Dean, Vestry, and Nominating Committee invite feedback on the new election procedures. A complete video of the meeting is now available here.
This Sunday, February 2, the entire 2025–26 Vestry will be blessed and commissioned during the 9 and 11 a.m. morning services. Their work begins with the annual Vestry retreat tomorrow, Saturday, February 1. The first regular meeting of the new Vestry will be Tuesday, March 25.
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Donna Jean's Place Women's Shelter: Open House and Blessing/Dedication This Sunday
THIS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2
OPEN HOUSE: 9 A.M.–1 P.M.
BLESSING & DEDICATION: 10:10–10:40 A.M.
Between the 9 and 11 a.m. services on February 2, Dean Thomason will join representatives from Operation Nightwatch and lay leaders to formally bless the new Emergency Women’s Shelter on the Saint Mark’s Cathedral campus. The shelter is a partnership between Saint Mark's and Operation Nightwatch—street ministry in Seattle in which cathedral members also serve as volunteers. It is named in honor of Donna Jean Palmberg, whose late husband, Pastor Bud, founded Operation Nightwatch nearly 57 years ago. The shelter will serve up to twenty women nightly, and provide not only beds to sleep in, but showers, laundry, and lockers to store their belongings. There will also be a small clinical room for the women to receive medical and mental health care services. Gather in the space on the first floor of the St Nicholas Building following the 9 a.m. service—signage will guide you.
The Blessing and Dedication will occur during an Open House at the shelter running 9 a.m.–1 p.m. All are welcome!
More About Donna Jean's Place
When the shelter is fully open, residents will be present on the Saint Mark's property only from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. Each night, shelter residents will have dinner at the main Operation Nightwatch facility in the International District. They will then be shuttled to Saint Mark's in vans, arriving at 9 p.m. Residents will vacate the shelter space in the morning by 7 a.m.
Beginning later this month, volunteers will be needed to support the paid staff in the daily operation of the shelter. Volunteers are needed to work in the shelter space at Saint Mark's for three-hour shifts in the evening, 8:30–11:30 p.m., or two-hour shifts in the morning, 5:30–7:30 a.m. In addition, volunteer shuttle van drivers are needed 8:45–9:45 p.m.
For more details about these jobs, or if you are interested in attending the rescheduled work party, or would like to get involved in other ways, contact Operation Nightwatch Volunteer Coordinator Michelle Aguilar Ramirez at: michelle@seattlenightwatch.org
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Newcomers' Coffee with Clergy
THIS SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2 (AND 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.
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Choir School on Pilgrimage to Portland this weekend
The Senior Choristers and Schola of the cathedral Choir School will be joining with the choristers of Trinity Cathedral, Portland and St. Paul's Episcopal Church in Burlingame, CA for the second annual Chorister Festival West. They are departing for Portland late afternoon on Friday, January 31 and will return Sunday evening. Last year the choristers traveled to California for the first iteration of this weekend of singing, learning, connection, and fun. This year over fifty participants age 10–18 will gather at Trinity Cathedral in Portland, OR, to rehearse and worship together. The participants will offer music at the 10 a.m. service of Holy Eucharist, and then present a special Three Choirs’ Evensong at 5 p.m. The Evensong liturgy will include the world premiere of an anthem commissioned especially for the occasion from the prominent British composer Roxana Panufnik. The liturgies will be livestreamed here.
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Worship/Prayer Committee Meeting
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 1:30–3 P.M., via Zoom
All invited to join the the next Worship & Prayer Committee meeting (a part of the cathedral’s Mutual Ministry Goals) on a Sunday afternoon every other month 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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20s/30s GROUP
Questioning Together for February: Discernment & Vocation
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 7:30 P.M., Leffler House
Please join Saint Mark's 20s/30s Group on February 9 at 7:30 in Leffler house for February's installment of Questioning Together. This month's gathering will be a discussion on Discernment and Vocation led by former Jesuit Volunteer and Saint Mark's member Molly Bosch, who will be hosting and facilitating Erin Beary-Andersen and Ross Hays, who both have a wealth of knowledge and experience in the world of Jesuit Ignatian Spirituality and theology. We will be overviewing Ignatian spirituality and the ways that it supports moments of discernment and calls to vocation in our daily lives. Following the discussion, there is the option to attend Compline together. For questions, please email Molly at molly.bosch@outlook.com
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Taizé Prayer honoring Brigid of Kildare
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 7 P.M., in the nave and livestreamed
A service of prayer in the style of Taizé is now offered monthly on the second Tuesday of each month. (Note: There will be no service in March.) The liturgy on Tuesday, February 11 will observe the 1,500th anniversary of the Irish Saint Brigid of Kildare, who died in the year 525. All are welcome, in the nave or via livestream. Learn more about Taizé at Siant Mark's here. If you'd like to get involved as a musician, reader, or in other ways, email taize@saintmarks.org
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Restorative Justice Council
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2025, 3–4:30 P.M., via Zoom
All members of the community of Saint Mark’s are encouraged to attend the next gathering of the Restorative Justice Council. At the meeting on February 16, there will updates and reports on the ongoing Matthew Desmond Community Book Study, Donna Jean's Women Shelter, and the Sanctuary & Immigrant Ministry. These meetings typically occur on the third Sunday of the month, every other month. Questions, or to get the Zoom link, email Scott Hulet at: rshjourney2@gmail.com
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FROM THE DIOCESE OF OLYMPIA
Bishop’s Committee Film Series: Opening Reception & Screening in Bloedel Hall
THURSDAY, FBRUARY 20, 6 P.M. (reception), 7 P.M. (screening), Bloedel Hall (in person only)
The Mideast Focus Film Series that has been offered annually for the last 12 years will be offered this year by the Bishop’s Committee for Justice and Peace in the Holy Land. The 2025 series will launch with an in-person reception screening of the 2024 documentary No Other Land in Bloedel Hall on Thursday, February 20, with a discussion to follow. Subsequent screenings in the series will be online or hybrid, and as in previous years, each film will be followed by an informative discussion with special guests—often the filmmakers themselves, or an expert in the topic of the film. Further details of the 2025 series will be announced soon.
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CATHEDRAL COMMONS
Thresholds and Transitions Across the Liturgical Year
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall or online via Zoom. Free, no registration required. Optional Community Dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family)
Hannah Hochkeppel and 20s/30s members will lead this forum on the final Wednesday before Lent to explore the liturgical calendar. What are our seasons? What do the colors and traditions of each season invoke in our spiritual life? Together we will uncover the ways in which the cyclical nature of the liturgical year invites us regularly into the experience of transition and reflection. This is a follow-up to a previous forum exploring the liturgical traditions of The Episcopal Church offered in April 2024.
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SAVE THE DATE
The Saint Mark's Ministry Fair is Moving to the Spring!
For many years, the Ministry Fair—when all the many ministry groups of the cathedral celebrate their activities and accomplishments and invite new members to get involved—has been in the fall, on "Homecoming Sunday" after Labor Day, just as the new program year is starting. Last year, Homecoming Sunday also featured an All-Parish Picnic, which included a back-to-school Blessing of Backpacks and Briefcases. The picnic was a joyous community occasion, and many felt it was an ideal way to mark the end of summer, look forward to the new beginnings of the Fall season, and celebrate this Spirit-filled community.
To allow everyone to fully participate in the Homecoming Sunday Picnic, this year the Ministry Fair will be moving to Sunday, May 4, following the 9 and 11 a.m. services. This new date in Eastertide has several advantages. It is also the day after Cathedral Day (Saturday, May 3), so cathedral ministries who would like to have a presence at our great annual diocesan celebration can re-use their table display and promotional materials at the Ministry Fair the following day. More details will be announced as the event approaches. Please save the date!
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 4:30 P.M., cathedral nave and livestreamed
Come, enter more deeply into the story of the Presentation of Christ in the Temple with all your heart, mind, and voice at eventide on Sunday February 2. The Feast of the Presentation is a liminal point in the church calendar – when our focus on Jesus’ Incarnation turns from his birth to his ministry, death, and resurrection. Accordingly, the prayers and praises on this occasion are rich in contrasting themes. Light and shadow, old promises kept and new promises made, hopes and fears, the past and the future – all meet in the Feast of the Presentation. Since the Choir School choristers will be away on pilgrimage on the weekend of February 2 (see more on this pilgrimage next week), the adults of The Evensong Choir will offer a buoyant setting of the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis in the key of B-flat by Charles Villiers Stanford, and Johannes Eccard's early 17th-century motet, Maria wallt zum Heiligtum [When Mary to the temple went]
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SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 5:30 P.M. (following Evensong), Leffler House
UPDATED DESCRIPTION: The Queer in Christ Ministry will resume gathering for Queer Conversations on the first Sunday of each month following Evensong (and before the 7 p.m. Contemplative Eucharist).
These gatherings usually involve some time for mingling followed by an informal presentation by a special guest. In February, new ministry leader Chloe will lead the conversation along with Canon Emily. Let's join together to reflect on where we're at and on plans for the future.
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FIRST SUNDAYS, JANUARY–APRIL, NEXT MEETING FEBRUARY 2, 12:30–1:30 P.M., February gathering only is in the St. Nicholas Bldg., 2nd floor
Gather to read and learn from Robin Wall Kimmerer’s book, Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teaching of Plants. A group is meeting once per month to discuss select chapters of this collection of essays. This book group is hosted by the 20s/30s Group, but all are welcome to join. Contact Julia at julia7cooper@gmail.com to RSVP and to get updates.
You are welcome to attend whether or not you attended the first meeting. For the February meeting, we will focus on the chapters "An Offering" through "Maple Sugar Moon."
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WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2025, 6:45–8:15 P.M., Bloedel Hall and via Zoom
What does theology have to say about environmental degradation, biodiversity loss, and climate change? Ecotheology is a form of constructive theology that focuses on the interrelationship between religion and nature, particularly in the light of environmental concerns. In this session, we will explore classical theological notions of Creation, our neglect of these concepts in Western Christianity, and their restoration in the Triune God of love. This presentation will be given by The Rev. Canon Rich Weyls, Canon for Community Life and Senior Associate Rector. Canon Rich is also the staff support person for Saint Mark's Creation Care Ministry.
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FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 7:30 P.M., in the cathedral nave and livestreamed. Tickets ($20–25) available here.
For the next recital on the Saint Mark's Music Series, French-Canadian organist Isabelle Demers, described as playing with “precision and flair...” with “unalloyed musical joy” will offer a varied program that unites her virtuosity and musicality with the power and versatility of the Flentrop organ. Learn more and find the ticket link here.
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SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 9 A.M. TO 12 P.M.
The Saint Mark's Garden Ministry goes on hiatus for the months of December and January so there will be a lot to catch up on when work parties resume February 8. The garden volunteers meet on the second Saturday of the month for planting, weeding, composting and making our campus beautiful. Prior gardening experience is not required, only enthusiasm! All ages can participate. Bring a water bottle and gloves if you have them.
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Sacristan Michael Seewer Sabbatical Report
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2025, 10:10–10:50 A.M., Bloedel Hall
Cathedral Sacristan and Head Verger Michael Seewer spent seven weeks last fall traveling around Europe, visiting cathedrals and other houses of worship to study their liturgical practices, including several days at the community of Taizé in France. Hear about what he saw and learned at this Sunday morning forum between the 9 and 11 a.m. services in Bloedel Hall.
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AN INVITATION FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
First AME Church of Seattle invites Saint Mark’s Community to Special Founder’s Day Service
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 3:30 P.M., at First AME Church, 1522 14th Ave., Seattle
Pastor Carey Anderson and the people of First AME have invited Saint Mark’s members to join them for a special service honoring the founder of the African Methodist Episcopal Church, Richard Allen, who along with Absalom Jones (first Black priest in the Episcopal Church) served faithfully in Philadelphia in the early days of our nation. Their stories and lifelong friendship and fervent commitment to the gospel are deeply inspiring. Dean Thomason will serve as preacher; members of the Saint Mark's Schola and Evensong Choir will join First AME’s musicians in the celebration. All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
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In-person discussion of Poverty, by America:
THREE SUNDAYS: FEBRUARY 9, 16, and 23, 12:30–2 P.M.
Zoom discussion of Poverty, by America:
THREE THURSDAYS: FEBRUARY 13, 20, and 27, 7–8:30 P.M.
Registration required—register using this form.
The Intergenerational Council, the Restorative Justice Council, and the Affordable Housing Committee invite the entire community of Saint Mark's to participate in a book study this winter, engaging with two titles by Matthew Desmond to help us better understand issues of housing insecurity and houselessness.
Discussions of Evicted (2016) are now underway and registration is closed, but you you can register for the meetings on Poverty, by America (2023) which begin February 9. Learn more here.
Sign up using this form.
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Priest, Author, and Iconographer Peter Pearson
Cathedral Commons Forum: WEDNESDAY, FEBRAURY 12, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in Bloedel Hall and on Zoom
Icon Writing Workshop: THURSDAY–SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13–15, registration required.
Guest Sermon and "Friends Talking" Forum, SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 16
Fr. Peter Pearson, a Franciscan who has been studying and painting icons for more than fifty years and has published several books on the spirituality of icons, will be present at Saint Mark's the week of February 12 to offer a Wednesday evening Cathedral Commons forum (free and open to all, in person of via Zoom), and a practical workshop over three days, Thursday through Saturday, in which participants will be invited to envision and paint an icon image of Christ (registration required; cost $450—a few spots remain.).
On Sunday, February 16, Fr. Pearson will preach at the 9 and 11 a.m. morning services and participate in an informal "Friends Talking" forum in the 10 a.m. hour. Find more information about all of these offerings, including registration information for the three-day workshop, here.
In conjunction with the workshop, sermon, and forums listed above, members of the Saint Mark's Visual Arts Ministry have installed a selection of Fr. Pearson's icons (see details below).
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Climate Conversation for February: How to Stay Warm, Use Less Energy and Save Money
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 6:30–7:30 P.M., via Zoom
Home energy usage has some of the biggest negative effects on the environment. In the middle of a dark winter, though, it can seem hard to turn the temperature lower or to turn fewer lights on in your home. We’ll discuss easy ways that you can reduce your energy usage at home while still staying comfy, and how those changes can reduce climate change while also saving you money. Find the registration link, along with video and materials from two and a half years of previous converations, here.
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CATHEDRAL COMMONS
An Introduction to Hildegard of Bingen's Approach to Psychotherapy with the Rev. Danáe Ashley
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 6:45–8:15 P.M., Bloedel Hall and via Zoom
What can a revolutionary 12th-century Benedictine nun teach us today? Plenty! Saint Hildegard von Bingen was a polymath and a German Benedictine abbess who lived from 1098–1179 in the Rhine Valley. Her myriad of gifts have been noticed throughout history: prophetess, composer, physician and healer, environmentalist, preacher, mystic, advisor, linguist of her own secret language, and much more. You are invited to learn more about St. Hildegard and her fascinating life, focusing on her holistic approach to mental health, through an interactive presentation with the Rev. Danáe Ashley—Episcopal priest, international speaker, and author of a forthcoming book from Tehom Center Publishing on Hildegard and psychotherapy.
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Intergenerational Prayer Partners for Lent and Eastertide
All members of the community of Saint Mark's are warmly invited to become an Intergenerational Prayer Partner, as part of special program lasting from Shrove Tuesday, March 4, through the Day of Pentecost, Sunday, June 8.
What does this mean?
If you register to participate, you’ll be matched with a prayer partner of another generation, with whom you’ll regularly check in so you’ll better know their prayer needs. Perhaps you’ll sit together on Sunday mornings, and meet up occasionally at Saint Mark’s events, such as the Pancake Supper and the Pentecost Run/Ride/Roll.
How will this work?
You’ll fill out a brief form telling us which service you attend and what some of your interests are, we’ll do some match-making and put you in touch with your prayer partner by email. We hope you and your assigned prayer partner will meet up at the Shrove Tuesday/Mardi Gras Pancake Supper, get to know each other a bit, and begin praying for each other. Participants will be given prayer ideas and a list of Saint Mark’s events you might choose to attend together over the three-month period.
Can children and youth participate?
Yes! Parents can sign up on behalf of children and youth can sign up with parental permission. In all emails, parents will be copied, and we are only meeting up during church events, so prayer partners of children and youth will never be meeting privately, following Safe Church policies.
Can I be matched with another adult?
Yes! Intergenerational simply means you’ll be paired with someone of another generation, and you can let us know if that’s your preference.
Why are we doing this?
We want to help cultivate and strengthen intergenerational relationships among Saint Mark’s parishioners, and we know from other congregations who have adopted this model that it’s a great way for people to meaningfully connect and engage with each other.
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Icon Installation in the Nave—Updates
The Visual Arts Ministry is presenting an exhibition of a selection of sacred icons by Peter Pearson to coincide with Fr. Pearson's residency at Saint Mark's the week of February 12 (see above). There are 18 icons in total, each painted with acrylic paint on wooden panels using traditional Byzantine methods and varnished to protect the surface. A page identifying the title of each icon is available on the bench by the exhibition, and can also be viewed online here.
UPDATE: Almost all of the icons displayed are available for sale. A price list can be found on the bench by the exhibition in Compline Corner. Icons may be purchased from Fr. Pearson directly. If you are interested in purchasing one, email visualarts@saintmarks.org and they will put you in touch with him.
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Social Media Survey
The Communications Committee of the Saint Mark’s Vestry is collecting data to inform the cathedral’s social media strategy and where to focus its energy and resources in the future.
Please complete the survey online at: saintmarks.org/socialmediasurvey
The survey will stay open until February 23. Questions, email communications@saintmarks.org
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Videos now Available
Video, slides, and the handout from both sessions of Dean Thomason's two-part Cathedral Commons forum, "What Do We Do Now?" can now be found here.
The 2025 Annual Parish Meeting & Elections can be seen on video here.
Hundreds of other forums and presentations can be found collected in a YouTube playlist here here.
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Afghan Family Seeking More Affordable Housing
The Popal family of four, which Saint Mark’s housed when they first arrived in the U.S. more than two years ago, have seen their rent for a small apartment in Shoreline increase from $1067/month to now $2000/month, which is beyond their means with the father’s income as a maintenance technician at a Senior Living Center. You may recall that they had to flee Afghanistan because Fareda, now mother to two children, served as an administrative law judge in her home country, a position untenable when the Taliban returned. She is now in school to become a paralegal. If you know of an apartment or small house for a family of four with some outdoor area for the small children to play, for $1500-$1800/month, please contact Dean Thomason: sthomason@saintmarks.org
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Greenbelt Work Parties
SATURDAYS STARTING FEBRUARY 1, 10 A.M.–2 P.M., meet in the lower parking lot. RSVP required. February 1 event is at capacity. Find other upcoming dates here.
The Seattle Green Partnership has scheduled the work days for the Greenbelt for the first half of the year. Work parties to remove non-native plants and care for the trails resume February 1. You must register to participate, as these work parties are limited to 12 people. The February 1 work party is full, but five more events are scheduled through June. Registration links for future events can be found here. Direct questions to Forest Steward Joey Baumgartner at: StMarksGreenbelt@gmail.com
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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 February, March, and April), 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.
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Saint Mark's Now Hiring for Two Positions
Saint Mark's Cathedral is accepting applications for the position of Buildings & Grounds Specialist (full-time, hourly). In addition, the cathedral Choir School is accepting applications for the position of Music Teacher for Early Childhood Music (part-time).
Find complete job descriptions and application instructions at saintmarks.org/employment. Please share these announcements with anyone you think may be interested.
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Volunteer Opportunities
At this time there is a particular need for volunteers interested in operating the cameras for livestreamed liturgies in the nave and/or hybrid events in Bloedel Hall. Prior experience is not required, although an interest in video production is helpful. The job requires quick thinking and can be stressful, but it's also creative and fun. Contact Greg Bloch to learn more: gbloch@saintmarks.org
There is also a need for Compline Hospitality Ministers, volunteers who are a friendly face and welcoming presence for all those attending Compline each Sunday night. (This position is called "Hospitality Minister" because it combines the distinct roles of Usher and Greeter into one.) This role is simple but important—for many people, Compline is the first time they have come through the cathedral's doors, so you may be the first cathedral community member they will ever encounter. This role is open to all, and is a particularly good opportunity for couples to volunteer together. Ministers serve once a month or less. Contact Michael Seewer to learn more: mseewer@saintmarks.org
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MealTrain Requests—The Nelson-Brown Family, Heather Millar
The cathedral Community Meal Delivery Ministry uses the online tool MealTrain to organize and simplify the donation of food to members of our community going throguh difficult times.
Chris Brown, beloved cathedral staff member, began chemotherapy on December 24. Donations of meals would be greatly appreciated by Chris, his wife Sandy Nelson, and their daughter Elsie Nelson Brown. Sign up at: mealtrain.com/27kl2e
Heather Millar is currently recovering from injuries relating to a fall. If you can help out while her mobility is limited, please sign up at this link: mealtrain.com/3voy6w
PLEASE NOTE: Heather's home is in Ballard, and the Nelson-Browns live in Greenwood/Phinney Ridge. If you would like to contribute a meal, but transportation is an issue for you, contact Canon Wendy Claire Barrie and we will work out delivery. Please also contact Canon Barrie if you know of someone else in the community who would appreciate the gift of some meals: wbarrie@saintmarks.org
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FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
Genocide in Gaza and Palestinians’ Struggle Under Israeli Occupation: What Can We Do?
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 23, 12:30 P.M., in person at First United Methodist Church in Belltown or online via Zoom
On Sunday, February 23 at 12:30 p.m., hosted by the First United Methodist Church of Seattle, hear from Amin Odeh with Voices for Palestine and Kayla Blau with Jewish Voice for Peace about their experiences in Gaza and the West Bank, challenges faced by Palestinians, American media bias, and what we can do to help.
To register, go to this registration link. You can attend in person or via Zoom. After registering, you’ll receive a confirmation email with a Zoom link. For more information, visit: Meaningful Movies: The Occupation of the American Mind.
The backdrop for this event is the film The Occupation of the American Mind that shows how the Israeli government and pro-Israel lobby groups have influenced the American media for over 50 years to shape the views of American people on Israel’s control of the West Bank and Gaza. Before the event, at your convenience, you can watch the 49-minute film directed by Loretta Alper and Jeremy Earp. Here is a link to see the film at no cost. Although it is not necessary to see the film to attend the February 23 event, the film is well worth watching.
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Godly Play will be offered this Sunday, February 2, in the 10 a.m. hour. The Weavers (age 3 to grade 2) will explore the Parable of the Good Shepherd, and the Fishers (grades 3 to 5) will engage with the Parables of the Mustard Seed and the Leaven.
Godly Play is offered for kids age 3 through fifth grade on the first and third Sundays of each month.
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Cathedral Yoga will be offered as usual on Monday, February 3.
Sign up to receive the Cathedral Yoga monthly newsletter (and occasional special updates) here.
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The Contemplative Prayer group meets most Tuesday evenings at 7 p.m. Read more here. It is suspended whenever a Taizé liturgy is offered in the nave at that time, which, beginning in January 2025, will be the second Tuesday of most months. | |
The Queer in Christ Ministry recently sent out a new email newsletter, including important news about the ministry along with interesting links and resources. Check out the issue here, and
To be added to the list to receive future issues email: queerinchrist@saintmarks.org
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Please note that the next docent-led cathedral tour will be February 23. | |
FUNERALS
A funeral for Scott Cochrane will be offered
TOMORROW SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 11 A.M., in the cathedral nave
A funeral for Carol Wright will be offered
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2 P.M., in the cathedral nave and livestreamed
A funeral for Jonie Pritchard will be offered
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 22, 1:30 P.M. in the cathedral nave and livestreamed
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Sunday, February 2, 2025:
The Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord Jesus Christ in the Temple
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:
Malachi 3:1–4
Psalm 24:7–10
Hebrews 2:14–18
Luke 2:22–40
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8 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in Thomsen Chapel
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Presider & Preacher: The Rev. Canon Richard C. Weyls
Hymns:
How bright appears the Morning Star [Hymn #497]
Lord God, you now have set your servant free [Hymn #499]
Organ:
J.S. Bach, Chorale-prelude on Liebster Jesu, wir sind hier, BWV 731
Johann Pachelbel, Chorale-prelude on Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern
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9 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in the cathedral nave
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Presider: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Preacher: The Rev. Canon Richard C. Weyls
Hymns:
How bright appears the Morning Star [Hymn #497]
How lovely is thy dwelling-place [Hymn #517]
Lord God, you now have set your servant free [Hymn #499]
Choir:
arr. Ralph Vaughan Williams, All in the morning
Organ:
Paul Manz, Chorale Improvisation on How lovely shines the morning star, Op. 7 No. 9
Johann Pachelbel, Chorale-prelude on Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern
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11 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in the cathedral nave & livestreamed
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Presider: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Preacher: The Rev. Canon Richard C. Weyls
Hymns:
How bright appears the Morning Star [Hymn #497]
Through north and south [WLP #822]
Hail to the Lord who comes [Hymn #259]
Sing we of the blessed Mother [Hymn #278]
Choir:
J.V. Lee, O Zion, tune thy voice
Johannes Brahms, Wie lieblich sind deine Wohnungen from Ein Deutches Requiem
Organ:
Nicolas de Grigny, Hymn d’orgue: A solis ortus cardine
Johann Pachelbel, Chorale-prelude on Wie schön leuchtet der Morgenstern
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4:30 P.M. • CHORAL EVENSONG
in Thomsen Chapel
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Officiant: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Hymns: TBA
Choir:
William Smith, Preces & Responses
Charles Villiers Stanford, Evening Service in B-flat
Johann Eccard, Maria wallt zum Heiligtum
Organ: TBA
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7 P.M. • CONTEMPLATIVE EUCHARIST
in Thomsen Chapel
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Presider: The Rev. Canon Edie Weller
Musician: Canon Michael Kleinschmidt
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9:30 P.M. • COMPLINE
in the cathedral nave & livestreamed
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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.
Highlights:
Gregorian antiphon, Behold, our Lord will come with power
Plainchant, Procession for Candlemas (Psalm 48)
Peter R. Hallock, Psalm 84
Claude Goudimel, Virgin-born, we bow before thee
Thomas Tomkins, Almighty and everlasting God (verse anthem)
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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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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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Weekday Services
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 Chapel Eucharist: A service of Holy Eucharist is offered in person in Thomsen Chapel at 7:30 a.m. on the 1st/3rd/5th Thursdays of the month only.
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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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