Livestream service of Holy Eucharist

Download the leaflet in advance here.

Visit saintmarks.org/livestream to watch live. (The service will also be streamed on Saint Mark's Facebook page.)

Presider: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason

Preacher: The Rev. Canon Nancy Ross

Scripture: Exodus 14:19-31; Matthew 18:21-35

Hymns: Creating God, your fingers trace [Hymn #395]; When Christ was lifted from the earth [Hymn #603]

Organ: J.S. Bach, Prelude and Fugue in A, BWV 536; Bach, arr. Marcel Dupré, Sinfonia from Cantata 29 (Wir danken dir, Gott, wir danken dir) [We thank you, God, we thank you]

Offertory music: Harold Friedell, Draw us in the Spirit’s tether

Here is this week's introduction to Sunday's hymns, presented by Canon Kleinschmidt. It was first broadcast live over Facebook on Thursday. Click here to watch the video on Facebook.

Join us next Thursday at 4 p.m. on the cathedral's public Facebook page to experience the next hymn chat live!

Tune in a little early to the Sunday morning liturgy livestream this Sunday to view a special slide show, created by the wonderful Olivier Santos, presentation of photos from the cathedral's varied ministry groups in action! The presentation begins at 10:45 a.m. and will be accompanied by live hymn improvisations on the Flentrop by Canon Kleinschmidt.

Know that you are in no way obligated to use this feature, it will not become visible until you choose to type in your name, and you may hide the chat at any time. If you do try it out, let any member of the clergy or Greg Bloch know what the experience was like for you; we will re-evaluate how it is working for everyone in the coming weeks.

If you have not already received the link to join Zoom Coffee Hours, please email Peter McClung for instructions: petercamfan@gmail.com.

Navigating a Changing Church: Intercultural Competency Webinar

Regathering the Beloved Community: Virtual Diocesan BIPOC Retreat

Morning Prayer, THURSDAYS, 7 A.M. via Zoom. A service of morning prayer, followed immediately by some time to talk and be together. All are welcome. Email selwood@uw.edu for the link.

Evening Prayer, EVERY WEEKNIGHT, 6:30 P.M. via Zoom. A service of daily evening prayer to close the day.

Email mseewer@saintmarks.org for link.

Compline will be broadcast at 9:30 p.m. on Sunday, now with a choir of three or four singers. Listen live on KING-FM 98.1 and online at king.org, and please subscribe to the Compline podcast: complinepodcast.org

Highlights: Now cheer our hearts this eventide (Tune: Ach bleib bei uns); In your mercy, Lord, you called me (Tune: Halton Holgate); William Byrd, Be unto me, O Lord, a tower.

"Even as we wait—with eager hearts but abundant caution out of care for each other—for the time when we can begin to reopen the cathedral building, members of Saint Mark’s Reopening Committee have been working hard to develop our Reopening Plan, so we’d be ready. I am very grateful to them. Although the time has not yet arrived to open the doors, I want to share with you that plan. Great care has been taken to pour through the research and advice of experts, the experience of other churches, and the guidance from the CDC and other bodies, while also abiding by the guidelines from Governor Inslee and Bishop Rickel...."

Read the full message here. More information, including FAQ, is available on the website here. Regardless of when the cathedral reopens, the livestream ministry will continue.

THIS SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 13, before, during, and after Sunday morning worship.

The building may be closed, but the ministries of Saint Mark’s are as vibrant in heart as ever. They are integral to our community—those fully in action during the pandemic and those that will be reenergized as we gather in person again!

Tune into the livestream a little early, at 10:45, to watch a slideshow of images of cathedral ministries in action in recent years. During the 11 a.m. livestream liturgy, Dean Thomason will commission and bless all ministries of Saint Mark's. That also includes everyone who participates—all of us—because worshiping together IS ministry!

If you have not already received the link to join Zoom Coffee Hours, please email Peter McClung for instructions: petercamfan@gmail.com.

The 20's and 30s at Saint Mark's will be hosting prayer together over the phone on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. The first service will be Night Prayer (from the New Zealand Prayer Book) on September 14th. Please email Canon Jennifer to receive the call-in information and liturgy for the service. Additionally, there will be an optional in-person gathering outdoors in groups of 5 or fewer to call in to our common prayer on the 4th Monday of each month. Please fill out this form if you are interested in joining a group or getting more information.

EVERY TUESDAY, 12–1 P.M., currently meeting via Zoom 

Tuesday Bible Study provides a weekly conversation around the scripture readings for the following Sunday. It has recently re-launched using the Zoom platform. Each week a discussion is facilitated and lively conversation ensues as people share their thoughts about the lessons. For more information and to get the link to join, contact The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty.

The Saint Mark’s Choir School returns this week for a year of music-making, liturgical learning, and fun! We begin online this fall using Zoom and will continue in this fashion until it is deemed safe to gather in person. Online, weekly "rehearsals" will teach: music theory, ear training, vocal training, choral repertoire and listening, liturgical knowledge, faith building, and camaraderie. Juniors (ages 5, beginners) rehearse Tuesdays from 4–4:30 p.m., and Seniors (3rd grade - 8th grade, intermediate) rehearse Wednesdays from 4–4:45 p.m.

You can register your child online here, or contact Rebekah Gilmore, Choir School Director, and Madeleine Stephens, Choir Administrator, by emailing choirschool@saintmarks.org.

Wonder in Creation: A Two-Week Series of Spiritual Practices in Creation

TWO WEDNESDAYS, SEPTEMBER 16 & 23, 7–8:30 P.M., via Zoom

How do you experience God in everyday life? How might your daily living itself be and become a spiritual practice? The Creation Care and Faith Formation ministries will jointly host a two-week series in September to explore how spiritual practices outside bring opportunities to encounter presence, connection and reflection. Each evening, a panel from Saint Mark's will reflect on their own experiences, and you will have time to share your own. We'll also introduce tangible ways to share in active spiritual practices and reflect on how they may nurture reflection and faith in our response. Join us to "Celebrate the Harvest" on 9/16. The panelists for the first session will be:

The second session, "Mindful Steps," will be offered on 9/23. For questions and to obtain the Zoom link, contact cchapman@saintmarks.org.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19, 2020, 10:30 A.M., via Zoom

Join with other Episcopalians from around the Diocese of Olympia to learn about how increasing your skill in navigating intercultural similarity and difference can help you begin to do the personal work necessary to navigate, understand, and support efforts to dismantle racism in our church and in our individual lives. Register here.

The Blessing of the Animals around the Feast of St Francis of Assisi has long been a beloved annual tradition at Saint Mark's. Starting last year, this was given its own dedicated liturgy on Saturday afternoon, on the outdoor labyrinth, surrounded by the beauty of the cathedral garden—and this will be offered once again this year. Like last year, the event will feature musical contributions by acclaimed Seattle musician James Falzone, and include prayers for healing humanity’s relationship with the earth, and for all the creatures who share the earth with us. All are invited to attend, with or without their animal companions. Following current guidelines, attendance will be limited, participants will remain masked and distanced, and advance registration will be required.

For those who do not wish to attend in-person worship at this time, a drive-through animal blessing will be offered earlier in the afternoon, with no preregistration required. Keep an eye out for an email invitation next week, including instructions on how to register!

SIX SUNDAYS, SEPTEMBER 20–OCTOBER 25, 12:30 P.M., via Zoom

Are you curious about Episcopal liturgy, beliefs, or tradition? Are you feeling called to create a deeper commitment with God? No matter where you are on your journey, consider attending this multi-week series, where will explore the basics of the Christian faith through the Episcopal lens. The series will begin virtually on Sunday, September 20 and continues on Sundays weekly through October 25. Sessions run from 12:30–2 p.m. in via Zoom. Bring your lunch and your curiosity! Interested? For more information or to RSVP, contact The Rev. Canon Cristi Chapman, cchapman@saintmarks.org.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20, 7 P.M., via Zoom

Earlier last week Dean Thomason sent an email to the cathedral community announcing that the Vestry has recently engaged a development consultant to assist us in exploring potential uses of the St. Nicholas building with a goal of advancing the cathedral’s mission and ministries. John Hoerster serves as the chair of a committee guiding this process. A summary report is available on the cathedral website.

OPENING ONLINE PLENARY: WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 7 P.M., via Zoom (link to be announced)

In January of 2020 we launched The Radix Project: Small Groups/Deep Roots. Over 150 people met together weekly for 6 weeks to study scripture, share stories, and pray for one another. Then, when the Cathedral closed in the Spring, 80 people met in small groups via zoom to study the Resurrection narratives in the season of Easter. This fall, you are invited to a third series centered around stories of Biblical surprise. New groups are formed for each series, and meet once a week online for six weeks, beginning the first week of October.

The theme for this series is “surprise." Surprise plays an important role in our lives; it is the substrate for hope. And Lord knows we need hope in these challenging times. Surprise alerts us to important guideposts for the journey. And we need one another as we make our way. Radix groups are designed to bring this all together.

The Opening Plenary will include a brief presentation by Dean Steve via Zoom, who will offer some theological reflections on the element of surprise in the Bible, and in our lives. This presentation is open to anyone, whether or not they are participating in the small group series. Learn more at saintmarks.org/radix. To sign up, please complete the online form; or, alternatively, you may contact Erik Donner in the church office: 206.323.0300 x217.

"Regathering the Beloved Community" Virtual Retreat / "Reuniendo de Nuevo a la Comunidad Amada"

The Regathering the Beloved Community virtual retreat is sponsored and organized by Circles of Color, the grassroots Ethnic Ministries community network in the Diocese of Olympia (Western Washington). The Regathering the Beloved Community Virtual Retreat is for People of Color in our diocese who have passion for advocacy and support of People of Color and communities of color in our diocese. Participants will engage a visioning process towards identifying the initial steps in a strategic planning process for the work of Ethnic Ministries, identifying short and long-term goals.

Our retreat will be facilitated by The Episcopal Church Officer for Racial Reconciliation, The Rev. Isaiah "Shaneequa" Brokenleg, and the Missioner for Hispanic/Latino Ministries and The Episcopal Church Director of Ethnic Ministries, The Rev. Canon Anthony Guillén. Both facilitators serve on the staff of the Office of the Presiding Bishop, The Most Rev. Michael Curry. There is no cost or fee required. Register here / Registrarse

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 7-8:30 P.M., via Zoom

WHO: All middle school and high school kids and parents (for some of the time) with Interim Youth Minister, Rebekah Gilmore and other adult leadership. 

WHAT: We will all synchronize our cookie making and then let the parents finish the baking while the kids have their own time and parents bring us our cookies. :)  

SUPPLIES: Please have on hand the ingredients & necessary utensils for baking already set out prior to the meeting, a mixer, and oven access with Zoom capabilities in the kitchen. Here is the recipe happening in Rebekah's kitchen that night. 

Email Rebekah Gilmore for the link to participate.

Church School on Sunday mornings is starting up again for the Fall season! Children in Pre-K through second grade meet at 9 a.m. for Godly Play with Alicia Goodwin, where they tell bible stories with objects from home, make art together, and share their prayers and praises. Children in third through fifth grade meet at 10 a.m. for Exploring Saints and Sacraments with Kristen Kelly, where they study scripture together and make connections to life in quarantine, plan projects for the community, and more! Contact Kelly Moody, Associate for Spiritual Formation, for more information and zoom links at kmoody@saintmarks.org.

THE SAINT MARK'S PRAYER PODCAST FOR CHILDREN: In each 6–8-minute episode, you'll hear a verse of scripture, sing a song with Miss Gilmore, and be invited to pray together. Search for "Prayer Podcast for Children" wherever you get your podcasts, or check out all the episodes here!

Holy Troublemakers & Unconventional Saints Walking Tour

OPEN NOW THROUGH SEPTEMBER 20 at St. Andrew's Green Lake, 111 NE 80th St. Seattle, WA 98115

Saints from a diversity of faiths and backgrounds who have rocked the religious boat on behalf of love and justice are featured as part of this self-guided walking tour, located on accessible pathways on the west lawn at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Seattle, near Green Lake. [Parishioners may remember the current rector of St. Andrew's, Rich Weyls, formerly a priest associate at Saint Mark's.] You are invited to experience a physically distanced stroll at your own pace, discovering stories about people inspiring change in our world. Text and images are used with permission from Daneen Aker, author of Holy Troublemakers and Unconventional Saints, a children’s book emphasizing the stories of women, LGBTQ people, people of color, and others who are too often written out of religious narratives. A great outing for families and individuals!

SEPTEMBER 1–OCTOBER 4, 2020

Saint Mark’s and the greater Episcopal Church joins Christian churches across the world in celebrating the Season of Creation September 1 – October 4. From the Season of Creation website: “The Season of Creation is a time to renew our relationship with our Creator through repenting, repairing, and rejoicing together. During the Season of Creation, we join our sisters and brothers in the ecumenical family in prayer and action for our common home.”

For the Season of Creation 2020, leaders from The Episcopal Church, the Anglican Church in Canada, the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Canada collaborated on a set of beautiful weekly devotionals to guide us through this season. Here’s the devotional for this first week of the Season of Creation, centered on the verse from Scripture: "Lord, if another member of the church sins against me, how often should I forgive?" (Matthew 18:21).

Please join us for our next monthly meeting this Monday, September 14 at 6:30pm. Contact Marjorie Ringness for the zoom link and to find out more information about the Creation Care Ministry.

And do plan to attend the Wonder in Creation Cathedral Commons offerings on September 16 and 23 about spiritual practices in Creation (see above).

This is the final week of Tent City 3's time on the cathedral campus. The residents will be leaving us and moving to their next host on September 15. Thank you to the volunteers for their donations of time, talent and treasures that provide for our neighbors!

If you have questions or would like to know about ways to help this group in their next location, please reach out to The Rev. Canon Cristi Chapman, cchapman@saintmarks.org or Chris Rigos, crigos33@gmail.com. Learn more about Tent City 3 here. 

EVERY FRIDAY at 3 P.M., via Zoom. 

Remember when we used to get together in coffee shops? We can still do that... online! Michael Perera will host afternoon tea once a week; drop in and chat about whatever’s on your mind. Bring your favorite hot beverage and let’s continue hanging out and making the isolation easier. Email Michael Perera with questions or to get the link to join: perera.michael@gmail.com.

Is there anyone you know who might benefit from a quick phone call, or a note in the mail, from clergy or a member of the community? Email Dean Steve Thomason at sthomason@saintmarks.org or Erik Donner at edonner@saintmarks.org, or call either one—or any of the clergy—at 206.323.0300.