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SUNDAY OFFERINGS
Sunday, June 7, 2026: The Second Sunday after Pentecost
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8 a.m. • Holy Eucharist
Thomsen Chapel
9 a.m. • Holy Eucharist
cathedral nave
10:10 am • Sunday Forum
Bloedel Hall
10:10 am • Godly Play
St. Nicholas Bldg., 2nd Floor
11 a.m. • Holy Eucharist
cathedral nave & livestreamed
12:15 p.m. • Newcomers' Coffee
Leffler House
1:30 p.m. • Worship & Prayer Committee
on Zoom
6:30 p.m. • Queer in Christ Ecumenical Gathering
Volunteer Park
9:30 p.m. • Compline
cathedral nave & broadcast on KING FM
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On Sunday, June 7, 6:30-8 p.m. in Volunteer Park
On Tuesday, June 9 at 7 p.m. in the cathedral nave and livestreamed in partnership with Clear Mountain Monastery
On Sunday, June 21 following the 11 a.m. service
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Cover photo shows the Pride flag flying over Saint Mark's Cathedral in June 2025. | |
Sunday Forum: Interfaith Partnership with Clear Mountain Monastery
SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 10:10 A.M. in Bloedel Hall
In this forum, we’ll be joined by members of Clear Mountain Monastery to hear more about their ministry, share about our partnership, and preview the chants and songs for the Interfaith Prayer service on June 9.
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Visiting Choir: Choir of the Sound
SUNDAY, JUNE 7
This Sunday during the 11 a.m. service, we will welcome Choir of the Sound, one of Seattle’s finest community choruses, and one of Saint Mark’s Artist-in-Residence Ensembles. Founded in 1977, Choir of the Sound today focuses on community outreach, particularly on engaging the next generation of choral singers, and will soon resume awarding two scholarships each year to local high school vocalists. The choir continues to grow and expand, cementing its reputation as one of the premier choral ensembles in the Puget Sound region. Jeremy Matheis—a longtime member of the Compline Choir—has been their conductor and artistic director since 2011.
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Newcomers' Coffee with Clergy
SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 12:15 P.M. in Leffler House
This monthly newcomers' coffee with clergy is offered especially for newcomers, guests, or anyone who has questions about the cathedral community and liturgies. Gather in the back of the nave following the 11 a.m. service. 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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Worship & Prayer Committee Meeting
SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 1:30-3 P.M. on Zoom
All are invited to join the next Worship & Prayer Committee meeting (a Committee of the Vestry, but open to all) on Sunday, June 7 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 for discussion and reflection, email The Rev. Canon Emily Griffin.
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Queer in Christ Ecumenical Gathering
SUNDAY, JUNE 7, 6:30-8 P.M. in Volunteer Park
Mix and mingle with your QuiC family and friends as we join with our queer siblings from Saint Joe’s for pizza and pop in the park! This is a first of many ecumenical gatherings we hope to kick off as we plan future QuiC programming. We will have ice breakers and discuss our upcoming plans for Pride. Bring a blanket and some camping chairs for seating, if you have them.
Please email queerinchrist@saintmarks.org if you plan to come so we have an estimated headcount. All are welcome regardless of whether you email in advance or not. Gather at the Thomas Burke Memorial in Volunteer Park (rain location: meet in the front of Saint Joseph’s Catholic Church).
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Interfaith Prayer Service
TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 7 P.M. in the cathedral nave and livestreamed
All are invited to join a special Interfaith Prayer Liturgy in the style of Taizé, co-hosted by Saint Mark's and our neighbors Clear Mountain Monastery Buddhist Community (who meet on the cathedral campus every Saturday morning). The theme of the prayer service, Living Buddha, Living Christ, Living Spirit, celebrates the values that both traditions hold as sacred, represented by the "fruit of the Spirit" in Galatians, and the perfections (parami) of character necessary in Buddhism to achieve enlightenment.
This service was inspired by Thich Nhat Hanh’s book Living Buddha, Living Christ. Prayers, readings and chants from both the Christian and Buddhist traditions will highlight the service.
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Anti-Racism Training
SATURDAY, JUNE 13, 9 A.M. - 3 P.M. in Bloedel Hall [registration required]
Canon Carla Robinson, Diocesan Canon for Multicultural Ministries and Community Transformation, will lead this one day training experience which is based on “Seeing the Face of God in Each Other: The Antiracism Training Manual of the Episcopal Church.” We will begin with the conviction, grounded in the Baptismal Covenant, that we are all children of God who still bear the image of God. From there we will learn (or refresh our learning) about the history and teachings of the Episcopal Church regarding race and racism.
Participants will analyze the dynamics of power and oppression so that they can engage in the visioning of an alternate reality for the church and society. That vision for us is the creation of the Beloved Community. As we are always in a state of becoming, this training seeks to help us move along the path of dismantling racism. This is a free event, and lunch will be provided with a suggested donation.
Registration required. Questions? Contact Canon Wendy Claire Barrie.
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Parish Book Discussion: For Everything a Season
SUNDAY, JUNE 14 & SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 10:10 A.M. in Bloedel Hall
Before Dean Steve left on sabbatical, he asked the staff and vestry, as well as the cathedral parish as a whole, to read and discuss Joan Chittister’s For Everything a Season. As the staff and vestry reflect upon the seasons of our communal life, it’s now time to open the circle wider.
Join Canon Emily Griffin and Senior Warden Julia Logan for either or both sessions as we explore how an understanding of the seasons of life—informed by Ecclesiastes 3—can impact both our personal and communal lives. We’ll focus on the first half of the book (through page 84) in our first session and the remainder in the second. A few hard copies are available in the parish office for a suggested $20 donation. While we highly recommend reading the book in advance, we’ll provide enough context so that everyone can join us.
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40s/50s Brunch
SUNDAY, JUNE 14, 12:30 P.M. in Leffler House
All in their 40s and 50s are welcome to join for conversation, fellowship, and sustenance at a potluck brunch on Sunday, June 14 following the 11 a.m. service. Please sign up if you are able to bring food or drink, but all are welcome regardless of whether you can bring something or not.
Questions? Contact Kate Halamay.
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Spring Nature Therapy Walk
SATURDAY, JUNE 20, 10 A.M.-12 P.M.
We are offering a Spring Nature Therapy Walk on the Eve of the Summer Solstice on June 20 in Volunteer Park. The group will meet on the labyrinth at Saint Mark's to begin the journey. The purpose of the walk is to slow down, open our senses, and enjoy the beauty and healing that nature has to offer. Everyone is welcome, no experience is necessary, and we will walk at a slow, gentle pace.
The walks will be led by Dan Stroh, a certified forest therapy guide, in cooperation with Ancient Earth Outings. There is no cost, but space is limited, so registration is required. Questions? Contact Canon Rich Weyls.
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Farewell Reception for our Seminarian, Alison Leary
SUNDAY, JUNE 21, 12:30 P.M. in the nave
For the last two years, the Rev. Alison Leary has been our seminarian and a faithful ministry partner. She has been a steady pastoral and liturgical presence among us and has assisted with the Women's Retreat for the last three years. Alison was ordained to the transitional diaconate last December, recently graduated from the General Theological Seminary with a Master of Divinity, and will be starting as the Curate at Trinity Parish in Seattle on July 1.
Her last day serving as a transitional Deacon at Saint Mark’s will be Sunday, June 21. Please join us following the 11 a.m. service that morning for a reception in the Coffee Corner of the Nave as we celebrate her ministry and anticipate her ordination to the priesthood here at the cathedral on Saturday, July 18 at 10:30 a.m. Sign up here to bring something for the reception on June 21.
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Pride at Saint Mark's
FRIDAY, JUNE 26
Gather with fellow Episcopalians to celebrate Trans Pride. All are welcome to bring a blanket or a chair and meet at the Volunteer Park Amphitheater for a time of celebrating Trans life and community. More information and the link to register is here.
SATURDAY, JUNE 27
Saint Mark’s will host a booth at the Capitol Hill PrideFest to share information about Queer in Christ and other inclusive ministries. Email queerinchrist@saintmarks.org to sign up to volunteer.
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The cathedral nave will be open to all for Quiet Pride from 1 to 4 p.m. for anyone who wants to sit, cool off, hydrate, and rest in a calm and quiet space during PrideFest. We’ll also offer refreshments, rainbow crafting, contemplative practices, a quiet space for sensory-sensitive folks, kid-friendly activities, and a station to honor queer ancestors. This event is co-hosted by QuiC and the Intergenerational Council. Sign up to support this event here.
SUNDAY, JUNE 28
The Diocese of Olympia will host a booth at the Seattle Center PrideFest. More information and a link to register to volunteer is here.
The Diocese is also inviting Episcopalians from the Diocese to march in the Seattle Pride Parade. More information and a link to register is here.
To learn more and join in Pride celebrations at Saint Mark’s, email the Queer in Christ leadership queerinchrist@saintmarks.org.
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LIVING STONES II
Bloedel Hall / Cathedral House HVAC Retrofit Begins
As many of you know, Saint Mark’s has committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions on campus by 2030. This is a key component of our Living Stones II: Building a Sound Future Capital Campaign. The good news is that we are beginning the next major step. Demolition of the outdated HVAC system for Cathedral House has already begun, and our efforts are now more visible. Events currently scheduled in Bloedel will proceed as planned, and our contractors have committed to working on off hours and cleaning up daily to make that possible. Thank you in advance for your patience as this critical work advances.
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Tiny House Construction on Campus
The Saint Mark's Habitat for Humanity Ministry, in collaboration with the Low Income Housing Institute (LIHI), is building another Tiny House. During the first few weeks of June, a small portion of the parking lot will be fenced off to accommodate this project. Upon completion, LIHI will deliver the house to one of their local Tiny House Villages, which provide transitional housing and professional support for persons experiencing homelessness. The Tiny House movement in Seattle is currently enjoying somewhat of a renaissance with renewed support from Mayor Katie Wilson and the Seattle City Council.
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Affordable Housing Community at St. Nicholas
The Affordable Housing Committee is inviting you to participate in the survey being conducted by our communications consulting partner, Uncommon Bridges, as we gather information and ideas. Your input will help us learn more about the priorities for the 136 units of affordable housing through the adaptive reuse of the historic St. Nicholas School on our campus. Take the survey here.
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Center for Spirituality and Action Applications Open
“The nine-month Center for Spirituality and Action (CSA) experience has been nothing short of amazing for me. The Saturday workshops and the readings helped launch the phenomenal growth in my spiritual journey, but meeting weekly with members of the cohort has really provided the on-going support and impetus to continue the discipline of my rule of life. This cohort bonded immediately and the Godly love between us is palpable. If you have an important decision to make and want guidance from the Holy Spirit, or if you just want to become more wise and more deeply rooted spiritually, I highly commend CSA to you.” — Bob C., current CSA participant
Are you considering applying to the Saint Mark’s Center for Spirituality and Action’s 2026-2027 cohort? Do you have questions about what the experience is like, or whether it is a good fit for your life at this time? Would you like to talk to someone about their CSA experience? Contact the Center’s Director, the Rev. Carol Westpfahl to be connected with a past participant and learn more about their cohort experience.
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Register for Choir Camp
The Saint Mark's Cathedral Choir School welcomes all children and youth, regardless of church affiliation, to grow as singers, liturgical leaders, and friends during our camp weeks. Camp activities include sight-singing, ear-training, vocal coaching, and nightly sung Compline.
Junior & Senior Chorister Camp
Monday, July 13 through Friday, July 17
Junior Choristers
(age 5 to riding 2nd grade): 9 a.m. - Noon
Senior Choristers
(rising 3rd – 8th grade): 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Includes a concluding Evensong on Friday, July 17 at 4 p.m. and Sunday morning participation on July 19. Extended Care is available for Junior Chorister campers from Noon - 4 p.m.
Schola Camp (high school and changed-voice tenors and basses)
Monday, August 3 through Friday, August 7, 3 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Includes a field trip on August 8 and Sunday morning participation on August 9 at 11 a.m. (call time, 10 a.m.).
🔗 More info & registration form
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FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
Seattle Choral Company Presents Chariot Jubilee
SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 8 P.M. at Seattle First Baptist Church
Saint Mark's Artists-in-Residence, the Seattle Choral Company, presents their season finale on June 6. A compelling meeting of sacred traditions and modern expressions, this concert includes Steve Dobrogosz’s Mass and R. Nathaniel Dett’s The Chariot Jubilee. Also on the program are Reena Esmail’s The Love of Thousands, which sets a Native American poem honoring ancestral strength, and Adolphus Hailstork’s Three Dunbar Hymns, which draws on the poetry of famed African-American poet Paul Laurence Dunbar. Together, these works celebrate faith, resilience, and cultural voices through distinct yet harmoniously powerful musical languages.
🎫 Tickets
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To submit a prayer request for the Prayer Chain or to be added to the spoken Prayers of the People on Sunday, send an email to prayers@saintmarks.org or call 206.323.0300 x314.
We also invite your prayers as informed by:
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| THIS WEEK'S RECURRING OFFERINGS | | Below are recurring offerings at Saint Mark's this week. Click the photo to learn more, or visit our cathedral calendar. | | |
Sunday, June 7
during the 9 a.m. service
in Thomsen Chapel
All children are invited to join the Gospel procession and gather around the Deacon as the Gospel is proclaimed. Parents are welcome to join; otherwise they will return to their families in the nave at the Peace.
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Sunday, June 7 at 10:10 a.m. on the second floor of the Saint Nicholas Building
Preschool-2nd graders will hear the story of Baptism while 3rd-5th graders will explore Symbols of the Holy Eucharist.
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Sunday, June 7 at 10:10 a.m. in Bloedel Hall
A Sunday forum will be offered in partnership with Clear Mountain Monastery before our upcoming Interfaith Prayer Service on June 9.
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Sunday, June 7
at 12:15 p.m.
in Leffler House
All visitors, newcomers, and anyone with questions about Saint Mark's are welcome to join for a coffee hour following the 11 a.m. service.
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Sunday, June 7 at 6:30 p.m. in Volunteer Park
This month's gathering takes place at the park for pizza and and pop in partnership with St. Joe's.
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Monday through Friday
on Zoom
Daily Morning Prayer is offered online via Zoom, Monday through Friday at 7:30 a.m.
Daily Evening Prayer is offered via Zoom, Monday through Friday at 6 p.m.
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Monday, June 8
at 6:30 pm in the cathedral nave
Cathedral Yoga will be led by Tami Hafzalla. Doors open to welcome participants at 6 p.m. and close at 6:30 p.m.
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Tuesday, June 9
at Noon on Zoom
Each week, this group meets to study and pray over the Holy Scripture appointed by the lectionary for the coming Sunday.
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Tuesday, June 9
at 3 p.m. on Zoom
All aged 60+ are invited to this monthly online gathering to build community and share stories.
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Tuesday, June 9
at 7 p.m. in the cathedral nave
Tis service, in the style of Taizé, is cohosted by Clear Mountain Monastery.
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Saturday, June 13
at 9 a.m. in Thomsen Chapel
Garden volunteers are planting, weeding, composting, and making our campus beautiful. All are welcome to participate.
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