Ministry fair in the cathedral nave following the 9 and 11 a.m.

11 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist

in person and livestreamed

in person and livestreamed

Community Picnic Today!

Ministry Fair This Sunday

Celebrating Ten Years

The Final Tent City Meal

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All are welcome to a back-to-school gathering on Friday evening, September 9—to reconnect in person, have some fun together, and celebrate the amazing kids of our community. Bring a blanket and your own picnic dinner. The cathedral will provide fresh fruit, chips, and water/lemonade for everyone along with a variety of fun activities. There will also be a Lunchbox Dessert Dash (featuring cookies, cupcakes, brownies, and bars) to benefit the Seattle Service Corps and the youth of Saint Mark's. Bring your backpacks, bookbags, and briefcases to receive a blessing! Contact Canon Barrie with questions.

THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11, at the 9 and 11 a.m. liturgies

Typically "Homecoming Sunday" at Saint Mark's would feature the return of the Cathedral Choir and Saint Mark's Singers after their summer hiatus. However, the kids, youth, and adults of Saint Mark's Evensong Choir have recently returned from their two-week pilgrimage to Bristol and Chichester cathedrals in the U.K., during which they sang liturgies almost every day. For Homecoming Sunday this year, the choir is excited to present some of the pilgrimage repertoire to the Saint Mark's community at both 9 and 11 a.m. Musical offerings will including Anglican Chant, a canticle by Philip Stopford, Alice Parker's arrangement of Duke Ellington's "Come Sunday," and a beloved anthem by Saint Mark's own Peter Hallock (Director of Music here from 1951 to 1991).

THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 11,  in the cathedral nave after the 9 and 11 a.m. services

Last Few Days to Register to Attend the Workshop with Dr. Mary Crist: Exploring Indigenous Theology

Join in-person in Bloedel Hall or via Zoom, registration required for either. The event is free, co-sponsored by Saint Mark’s Cathedral and the Office of the Bishop of the Diocese of Olympia.

There’s been a great response to this invitation, and all are welcome. Dr. Crist serves on the Presiding Bishop’s staff as the Coordinator of Indigenous Theological Education. She is enrolled Blackfeet and is an Episcopal priest. She will preach on Sunday, September 18 at 9 and 11 a.m. as well. All Saint Mark’s members are encouraged to register and attend this important workshop. Click here for more information.

EVERY TUESDAY, STARTING SEPTEMBER 13, 11:30 A.M.–1:30 P.M., in person in Leffler House OR online via Zoom

Tuesday Bible Study resumes after its recent hiatus, now with an in-person option in Leffler Living Room. This group provides a weekly conversation around the scripture readings for the following Sunday. Each week a discussion is facilitated by rotating guest leaders, and lively conversation ensues as people share their thoughts about the lessons. The group meets from 11:30 a.m.–12 p.m. for social time and 12–1:30 p.m. for study and prayer over the lectionary, led by a rotating member of the cathedral staff and clergy. Contact Lynne Cobb for more information and to get the Zoom link to join online: [email protected]

The Saint Mark’s Stewardship Committee continues its five-part Gratitude Conversations with a question from community member Greg Simon:

"So I still type out those letters T-H-A-N-K-S every time. Those six keystrokes add a few seconds for me to feel gratitude and consider what I’m grateful for. I hope my gratitude will grow to be ever-present—but never automatic."

Please offer a response of any length in the comments at the bottom of this page, or send an email to [email protected]. (Note that the first time you leave a comment, it will be held in moderation before appearing.) Thank you for participating in this ongoing conversation.

Concert for the Human Family

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 7:30 P.M., cathedral nave. Reserve tickets here ($20–35). Co-sponsored by Abbey Arts and Saint Mark's Cathedral.

“What movement could begin, what conversation could take the stage, if everything else got out of the way? This Concert for the Human Family event is an inspiring collaborative between award-winning musicians and church leaders who believe in the power of music and storytelling to foster Beloved Community. Experience genre-bending original music that bridges jazz, hip-hop and bluegrass, performed by a multicultural team led by Nashville pianist and composer Kory Caudill and hip-hop artist Wordsmith. All woven with sacred stories to launch conversation around reconciliation, healing and justice in the communities we call home. It’s the power of music, for the sake of love.”

Learn more here, including a series of interesting Behind the Scenes videos. Reserve tickets here, and view a brief trailer below:

Senior Warden Emily Meeks writes: "On Sunday, September 4, the wardens made a surprise announcement on behalf of the vestry recognizing an important milestone in the life of our parish and cathedral community. Dean Steve and Kathy Thomason's first Sunday at Saint Mark's was on September 2, 2012. We are grateful for Steve's 10 years as our dean and for their shared ministry among us. Canon Daugherty shared a prayer and blessing (see photo) and vestry members served cake after the service. If you missed it, there is a virtual card available to sign here to share your appreciation for Steve and Kathy."

Dean Steve Thomason writes: "Dear friends, we are so very grateful for the outpouring of affection and good will as we marked the tenth anniversary of our ministry together. So much has transpired in this first decade of mutual ministry, guided by the Holy Spirit! It is exciting to consider what the future holds for us, as we make our way together. You are a rich blessing in our lives, and we give thanks to God for YOU!"

Serving as an usher: : Ushers have the most direct contact with worshipers than any other ministry. They serve many critical roles during Sunday and Special services, ensuring everyone is welcomed. The role includes distributing service leaflets, helping worshipers find seats when needed, collecting and counting offering, and directing worshipers during communion.

Time commitment: Ushers are scheduled with one or two other ushers, and are asked to arrive early enough depending on the type of service. On Sundays, both the 9 a.m. and 11 a.m. liturgies have ushers, and volunteers generally serve once a month at one Sunday morning service.

Requirements or special notes: This role may be for you if you enjoy interacting with others, love to smile and welcome people, and are a friendly and communicative person who is open to guiding people and answering questions. Ushers are often the first point of contact visitors have, and can be on their feet for longer periods of time. This ministry is open to all!

Don't miss this brief video with Wayne Duncan about why he serves as an usher at Saint Mark's.

Do you have experience with finance, budgeting, or accounting? No experience but interested in learning more? The Saint Mark's Cathedral Finance Committee is looking for new members! The committee meets monthly on Zoom to review the Cathedral's spending, budgeting, and investing in a way that supports the church's mutual ministry goals. Training and support available for members with minimal background in finance. To learn more contact Junior Warden for Finance Clara Berg ([email protected]) or Vestry Treasurer Lynne Cobb ([email protected]).

SMALL GROUPS MEET: ONCE A WEEK FOR SIX WEEKS—STARTING THE WEEK OF SEPTEMBER 18, THROUGH THE WEEK OF OCTOBER 23. (Sunday groups conclude on October 30.)

Groups will meet online via Zoom OR in person. Register for a small group here.

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. New groups are formed each time, and each series is just six weeks, so all are encouraged to sign up, particularly if you have not participated in the past. Deadline to register for a small group: Tuesday, September 13.

Read about the opening plenary on Sunday evening, September 18, above. Learn more about Radix groups and see video and materials from previous iterations here. Questions? Email [email protected]

Wednesday evening offerings begin with in-person Evening Prayer in Thomsen Chapel at 6 p.m. Dinner is served in Bloedel Hall from 6 to 6:30 p.m. (Health regulations require that food service ends promptly at 6:30.) A faith formation offering or other community activity usually follows at 6:45. For the first dinner, on Wednesday, September 14, there will be no Cathedral Commons offering—they begin one week later with Dean Thomason's presentation on embodied spirituality on September 21 (see bel0w)—but the dinner will have all its usual energy provided by the kids of the Choir School, whose rehearsals are immediately before or after the meal. The cost of the meal, payable in cash at the door or electronically, is now: Child/$6, Adult/$8, Family max/$25.

MOST TUESDAYS STARTING THIS WEEK, SEPTEMBER 13, 7 P.M., cathedral nave

Beginning on September 13, Centering Prayer will once again be offered on Tuesday evenings from 7–8 p.m. in the nave. Each week, following a 20 minute “sit”—time spent in silent prayer—there will be time for teaching, sharing, and conversation. This form of meditative prayer is open to anyone who yearns to simply sit in the presence of the Divine, no prior experience is necessary. (Centering Prayer will occasionally be cancelled due to Taizé services or other conflicts.) Phil Fox Rose will lead many of the sessions; he has been practicing and sharing Centering Prayer for over 30 years. If you have questions about Centering Prayer, please reach out to Phil: [email protected]

The Children and Families Committee has a survey for parents, grandparents, and caregivers about faith formation and community building for kids and their adults. We'd love to learn what you are hoping for! Find the survey here: 

What might be next for those who are moving on from the 20s/30s Group at Saint Mark's? The cathedral leadership is eager to hear what you need and what you'd like. Here's the link:

 https://forms.office.com/r/WG8Qc1cFPC

Check out reports and photos from previous weeks here.

If you participated in any of the meals, don't forget the Volunteer Appreciation Dinner this Sunday evening!

NOTE: We are now making plans for meals with our “oldest" partner, The Saint Martin de Porres shelter, starting September 18. Additional opportunities to serve at Teen Feed, the Capitol Hill Community Lunch, and other opportunities will be announced as they develop. Contact Chris Rigos to get involved: [email protected]

The Saint Mark's Front office needs volunteer receptionists to cover Friday mornings, Friday afternoons, and intermittently for vacations. We are looking for a friendly face to answer the phone, let visitors in through the office doors, and to help with occasional office duties. This is a critical role at the cathedral—often the first face visitors to Saint Mark's see—and it can also be a lot of fun. If interested, please contact Kathy Wickward at 206.323.0300 x 203, or [email protected]

FRIDAY, SEPTMEBER 16, 7 P.M., at Central Lutheran Church, near Cal Anderson Park

Join a gathering of people from Saint Mark's at Central Lutheran Church (1700 11th Ave, Seattle, WA 98122) as our neighbors on Capitol Hill install the Rev. Paul Eldred as their pastor. Rev. Paul has been a friend and visitor of Saint Mark's, and attending this installation is a wonderful way to build an ecumenical connection with our Lutheran siblings. The service will be officiated by Rev. Shelley Bryan Wee, Bishop of the Northwest Washington Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. )Bishop Wee was installed as bishop at a service Saint Mark's in November 2019.) A light reception will follow the event. If you're interested in additional fellowship time with the Saint Mark's gathering, please contact Michael Seewer or Michael Perera.

SERIES BEGINS FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 23, via Zoom

The Jung Society of Seattle presents this series of Friday lectures (7 p.m.–9 p.m.), followed by Saturday workshops (1 p.m.–4 p.m.) on Zoom, exploring a Jungian Wisdom School of the Heart for mending the Soul of the World in these troubled times. The lecture/workshop on October 21 and 22, titled The Ground of Mystery, will be led by Saint Mark's member Elizabeth Clark-Stern, and will include wisdom, stories, and meditations of Celtic Spirituality, including reflections from the Saint Mark's Celtic pilgrimage this summer. Liberal Arts professor Randy Morris and Jungian analyst Terry Gibson start the series with The Portal of Mystery on September 23 and 24, exploring our current liminal state of being and the history of wisdom schools applied to our world today. Latina scholar Leticia Nieto concludes the series with The Enactment of Mystery on November 18 and 19, offering the wisdom of community activism and collective healing. The series provides CEUs for professional counselors and psychotherapists. Learn more and register for the whole series, or individual sessions at: www.jungseattle.org 

En Camino—A Gala Evening Benefitting Casa Latina

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 7:30 P.M., The Westin Seattle. Purchase tickets here.

Anyone ready to Gala? Saint Mark's has had a longstanding relationship with Casa Latina, and their annual Gala is always a festive affair. After two years of virtual galas, the event returns as an in-person party this year! The event will feature dining, dancing, and conversation, including a keynote by president of the National Domestic Workers Alliance, Ai-jen Poo. Music will be provided by Latino Twist. Lean more and reserve tickets here. If you are planning on attending, of if you would like to join other Saint Mark's folks at the gala, contact Deacon Emily at [email protected]

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 of the Duwamish Tribe. [Learn more]