SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 2020
THE TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
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Sunday Worship at 11 a.m.
Livestream service of Holy Eucharist
Download the leaflet in advance here.
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Presider: The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty
Preacher: The Rev. Canon Cristi Chapman
Scripture: Judges 4:1-7; Matthew 25:14-30
Hymns: Christ whose glory fills the skies [Hymn #7]; Rise up, ye saints of God! [Hymn #551]
Organ: Nicholas Bruhns, Präludium in G and Präludium in E minor
Offertory music: Richard Farrant, Call to Remembrance
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The Office of Compline
EVERY SUNDAY, 9:30 P.M.
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: Thomas Tallis, Maker of all things, God most high; John Shepherd, Submit yourselves
All repertoire and liturgy information subject to change.
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IN THIS ISSUE:
Friday afternoon tea
Friday 11/13, 3 p.m.
Diaconal Ordination of Malcolm McLaurin
Saturday 11/14, 8:30 a.m.
Altar in the World:
Pre-Thanksgiving Outdoor Service
Saturday, 11/14, 10 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Virtual Sunday School
Sundays 9 & 10 a.m.
Holy Eucharist liturgy (livestream)
Sunday 11/15, 11 a.m.
Virtual Coffee Hour
Sunday 11/15, 12 p.m.
Hymn Sing!
Sunday, 11/15, 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.
The Office of Compline
Sunday 11/15, 9:30 p.m.
Tuesday Bible Study
Tuesday 11/17, 12 - 1:30 p.m.
Saint Mark's Music Series:
Gary Stroutsos, World Flute Music
Friday, 11/20, 7:30 p.m.
Diocesan Confirmation Liturgy
Saturday, 11/21, 10:30 a.m.
2040 Film Discussion
Sunday, 11/22, 1-3 p.m.
Youth Movie Night
Sunday, 11/22, 6:30-9 p.m.
Night Prayer with 20s & 30s
Monday, 11/23, 7 p.m.
Personal Prayer Time for Advent
Wednesdays and Sundays in December
Mirabai Starr: Luminous Night
Saturday 12/5, 9:30 a.m.
"Blue Christmas" Prayer
Thursday 12/17, 4-8 p.m.
(by appointment)
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WEEKDAY SERVICES
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.
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Diaconal Ordination of Malcolm McLaurin
Former Cathedral Canon Malcolm McLaurin will be ordained to the transitional diaconate in Sewanee, Tennessee on Saturday November 14, at 8:30 a.m. Pacific Time. (Note the early morning time.) The livestream will be viewable at this link.
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Contribute Funds—and Hands—to Altar in the World: A Pre-Thanksgiving Offering of Service and Prayer
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 10–11:30 A.M. (mini-pilgrimage), 12 P.M. (prayer service)
As the season changes and the weather becomes colder, Saint Mark’s offers an opportunity to remember and be of service to those in our community who lack safe and secure shelter. On November 14, stations will be set up around the cathedral campus, and participants will be invited to make a "mini pilgrimage," walking from station to station, assembling a care package for neighbors living outside, and reflecting in prayer at each stop. The event will conclude with a brief Noonday Prayer service on the labyrinth, which you are welcome to attend whether or not you participated in the mini pilgrimage. Pre-registration is required, and masks and distancing will be observed at all time. Those who do not wish to come to the cathedral are invited to participate by making a donation towards the cost of the materials. Read the full description of the event and register to participate here.
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A Baptism on Sunday
There were initially supposed to be three new Christians baptized at the outdoor liturgy on the labyrinth offered the morning of All Saints' Day, November 1. However, a parent of the third baptizand had potential viral exposure and had to self-isolate. The Baptism of Lydia McNary Crosbie was rescheduled, and will occur during the 11 a.m. service this Sunday, November 15. Please join in via livestream to add your voice to the community's "WE WILL!" when asked to uphold this new sibling in their life in Christ.
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Hymn Sing! Hosted by Dean Thomason and Canon Kleinschmidt
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 4:30-5:30 P.M.
Join in an old-fashioned Hymn Sing via new-fashioned Zoom. Hymn requests from any hymnal will be welcomed. (For this occasion, please do not request Advent or Christmas hymns; opportunities to sing those are coming soon!) The Zoom link for this event is found here. Use this form to request ONE favorite hymn.
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Deadline this Sunday—Your Voice Is Needed for the 2020 O Antiphons Liturgy!
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You—yes, YOU—are invited to be part of a video offering of “O come, O come, Emmanuel,” the closing hymn in Saint Mark's beloved annual tradition, the O Antiphons liturgy. The video will resemble one of the virtual choir videos our choirs have offered from time to time since the pandemic began, but this time EVERYONE is invited to contribute! No matter if you have no experience in choirs, if you think your voice isn't good enough, if you've only recently connected with Saint Mark's, or where you are physically located... your participation is needed!
Participants will record themselves and their household singing one verse and two refrains of "O Come, O Come, Emmanuel," singing along with a pre-recorded "guide track." You will then be asked to submit your video using a special link.
The liturgy is offered on November 29 this year, so submissions must be received by November 15. This project needs as many voices as possible, so if you have a reason in your head for why you should not make a contribution, set it aside! The more who participate, the more meaningful the finished product will be.
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Personal Prayer Time in the Cathedral for Advent: Wednesday and Sunday afternoons
Register for a 20-minute time period: Wednesdays, December 2, 9, 16, or 23 between 12 and 2 p.m.; or Sundays, December 6, 13, or 20 between 12:30 and 2:30 p.m.
Personal Prayer Time in the Cathedral is for anyone who wishes to come into the Cathedral nave for quiet, prayerful reflection during Advent. Although the building remains closed for public gathering, the reopening plan allows for personal prayer to happen in the nave following safety protocols. Clergy will facilitate these personal prayer times on Wednesdays and Sundays during this holy season. The nave will be prepared with candles lit and music softly playing for you to pray privately at your chosen time slot. Register online or call Erik Donner at 206-323-0300 x215 for a reservation. Masks, distancing, and other coronavirus precautions must be observed—see this link for details.
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"Pop-Up" Eucharist for Small Groups
The cathedral buildings are closed, but the Saint Mark’s community remains active, connected, and committed to the spiritual journey together. As we turn toward Thanksgiving, Advent, and Christmas, one new way to give thanks to God and nurture our common life is through hosting a “Pop-Up” Eucharist. Parishioners are invited to gather a masked, socially-distanced small group (10 or fewer people) outdoors for a simple Eucharist with one of the priests. This 20-30-minute service could take place anywhere – a private backyard, a park, or the cathedral lawn, for example. Just ample space for distancing requirements. The parishioner host ensures a table and chairs for all participants and the priest will bring the rest. Come share communion together! There are protocols for ensuring COVID safety compliance which we can discuss in advance (waiver, temperature-taking, etc.). If you’d like to host or participate in a “Pop-Up” Eucharist, please contact Canon Jennifer (jkdaugherty@saintmarks.org) or any of the priests.
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Interim Update on St. Nicholas Redevelopment Exploration
The first phase of the process to solicit interest from potential developers is coming to a close, and the Exploratory Committee will be meeting with interested parties in the next few weeks, after which they will update the parish and seek input. Stay tuned for that. In the meantime, if you have questions, please contact Committee chair, John Hoerster, the wardens, or the dean.
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SAINT MARK'S MUSIC SERIES
Native American Flute Songs with Gary Stroutsos, World Flute Artist
FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2020, 7:30 P.M., via livestream
The 2020-21 season of the Saint Mark's Music Series continues with a free, virtual concert from the cathedral nave. Gary Stroutsos’ live performances have captivated audiences around the world. His meditative flute music evokes the lands and cultures that he has studied over the course of his 36-year career. Gary’s mission is to carry the music forward to future generations and to promote stewardship of diverse cultures and the natural environment. The sound of Native American flutes played by Gary in the acoustical environment of Saint Mark’s Cathedral is breathtaking. This concert is offered with special appreciation for Native American Heritage Month.
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Diocesan Confirmations
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 10:30 A.M.
Join Bishop Greg Rickel via livestream for this outdoor service with confirmands from across Western Washington (including six from Saint Mark's). Watch live at: saintmarks.org/livestream
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Transgender Day of Remembrance
SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2020, 7-8:30 P.M.
St. Hilda–St. Patrick, Edmonds, will host its sixth annual Transgender Day of Remembrance program on Saturday, November 21, at 7 p.m. using a YouTube Live Premiere. You are invited to tune in and hear about the trans experience and to mourn trans people murdered during the last year. We celebrate the lives of Transgender People, lost to hate, and bring together the whole community in support of love, inclusiveness, diversity, and understanding. Visit the event’s page or the St. Hilda St. Patrick YouTube page as the event draws closer for access to the video.
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CREATION CARE
2040 Film Screening and Discussion
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2020, 1-3 P.M.
Film available upon registration 11/13-11/22
Now, more than ever, we need positive voices in the ecological crisis. Join people from around the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia to see director Damon Gameau's "exercise in fact-based dreaming" titled 2040. The film takes a solutions-based approach to how we can, using the technology we already have, mitigate the enormous global issues we currently face. The main themes/solutions looked at in the film are around: empowerment of women and girls; marine regeneration; regenerative agriculture; renewable energy; and circular economy. It's a story of hope, and a powerful tool to encourage people to take action. The film may be watched for no charge between 11/13 and 11/22 using this link. And then join in a conversation about the film with others on Sunday, November 22, 1-3 p.m. Hosted by the Diocese of Olympia.
Note: There is also a special screening of the documentary for youth offered this Sunday, November 15, at 1 p.m. See details below.
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SAINT MARK'S YOUTH
Youth Movie Night
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2020, 6:30-9 P.M.
Middle school and high school youth are encouraged to take up residence on their own couches with popcorn and pjs and watch Dr. Strange together over Zoom. If you've seen it before, maybe you found some of the story familiar?? Like Jesus Christ familiar? We can use chat during the movie and talk afterward to explore the theological themes such as the Christian tenets of Dr. Strange's origin story and the infusion of eastern mysticism throughout. Questions? Contact Rebekah Gilmore at rgilmore@saintmarks.org.
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YOUNG ADULTS
Night Prayer with the 20s & 30s Group
NEXT SERVICE: MONDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 7 P.M., over the phone
The 20s & 30s at Saint Mark's will be hosting prayer together on the 2nd and 4th Mondays of each month at 7 p.m. This will be offered over the phone—the young adults decided that there were already too many videoconferences and Zoom meetings in their lives! Please email Canon Jennifer to receive the call-in information and liturgy for the service.
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Mirabai Starr Returns to Saint Mark's
Renowned interspiritual teacher Mirabai Starr returns to Saint Mark’s on December 5 to offer a virtual workshop on loss, grief, and hope titled Luminous Night: A Spirituality of Loss, Grief, and Hope. She will share teachings from the mystics of various traditions that illumine the connection between loss, spiritual longing, and reframing the future. The teachings of the sixteenth-century Spanish saints Teresa of Avila and John of the Cross show us how we may approach the radical mystery that often accompanies loss and lament as a spiritual opportunity rather than as a problem requiring a solution. By engaging a contemplative approach, we cultivate an environment of emotional refuge and deep peace in which we can name and offer our burdens to the Holy One.
Our time together will include poetry and contemplative reading, deep dialog in small breakout groups, writing exercises, and a closing liturgy. We especially invite those who are grieving any kind of loss or those who find the holiday season a painful or difficult time. We will gather via Zoom. The event is free but pre-registration is required; register for the workshop here.
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Blue Christmas Candlelight Prayer with Clergy
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 17, 4–8 P.M. by reservation (find reservation instructions here.)
or another day by appointment; call Erik Donner at 206-323-0300 x215.
Saint Mark’s has a long-standing tradition of holding space for “Blue Christmas” – prayerful care and companionship for those who find the holiday season a painful or difficult time. This year, you are invited to come to Saint Mark’s for 20-minute prayer sessions (either individually or as a family unit) to offer grief and lament to the Holy One who loves us. Prayer sessions will take place in the quiet and peace of the Cathedral nave. While there, you may pray on your own or light a candle to remember a special person, people, or to acknowledge other intentions you hold in your heart. If you desire, you may also talk privately with a clergy member (masked and distanced).
Registration is required. Masks, distancing, and other coronavirus precautions must be observed—see this link for more details.
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Cathedral Bees Update
Beekeeping ministry leader Rob Reid has submitted an update on the state of the hives on the roof of Bloedel hall, as winter approaches. No harvest of honey this year, to help the bees overwinter, but the hives are thriving. Read his full update here.
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The Rubric: Fall 2020 Issue Now Available Online
In continual publication since December of 1890, The Rubric is Saint Mark's magazine, used to tell the story of the cathedral community to ourselves, the Diocese of Olympia, and the wider world. The publication of the spring issue was prevented by the rapidly changing situation, and so the new fall issue takes a step back and reflects in various ways about the unprecedented times we are living through.
The contents of the issue will be available online here, either using the Issuu reader interface, as a downloadable pdf, or as individual articles.
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CHILDREN & FAMILIES
Weekly Online Sunday School
SUNDAYS, 9 A.M. (for pre-K—grade 2) AND 10 A.M. (for grades 3–5).
Church School on Sunday mornings has started 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.
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Prayer Podcast for Children and Families from Saint Mark's Cathedral
In each 6–8-minute episode you'll hear a passage of scripture, reflect on the weekly chapter of The Path, and be invited into prayer. Search for "Prayer Podcast for Children" wherever you get your podcasts, or check out all the episodes here!
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Special "2040" Screening for Youth this Sunday
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 15, 1 P.M. (screening)
SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 7 P.M. (discussion)
This Sunday, November 15, at 1 p.m. there will be a special youth screening of the provocative documentary 2040. Then, a week later, join a discussion about the film during the regularly-scheduled Youth Night, at 7 p.m. on Sunday, November 22. (The discussion for the general public occurs at 1 p.m. in the afternoon of that same Sunday; see above.)
RSVP to Alex Flannagan at youth@ecww.org to receive the link for the movie and the zoom code to join the watch party. Sign up for the discussion on the 22nd here: https://ecwwyouth.eventbrite.com There’s a $35 fee and a scholarship option at checkout. (This link is good for all Sunday Youth Nights through the end of the year.)
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Job Opportunity for Clergy or Faith Leader at Lambert House LGBTQ Youth Center
Lambert House LGBTQ Youth Center in Seattle is currently accepting applications for a faith leader, with advanced education in religious studies, to work at the intersection with LGBTQ youth and family concerns. The work will be 100% virtual during the pandemic. If you are or know of someone who might be interested, please see the complete job description at: www.lamberthouse.org/staff
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FAITH FORMATION
Tuesday Bible Study
EVERY TUESDAY, 11:30–1:30 P.M., currently meeting via Zoom
Tuesday Bible Study provides a weekly conversation around the scripture readings for the following Sunday. The group meets from 11:30-12 pm for social time and 12–1:30 pm for study and prayer over the lectionary. For more information and to get the link to join, contact The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty.
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Nominations for Vestry Are Now Open
OPEN FROM SUNDAY, OCTOBER 18 THROUGH SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22, 2020
Nominations for candidates for Vestry and for Delegates to Diocesan Convention will be open from Sunday, October 18 through Sunday, November 22. If you would like to nominate someone or would like more information about either of those important roles, please send an email to nominations@saintmarks.org. Thank you!
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Friday Afternoon Tea
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.
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Do you know someone who might need to be contacted?
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.
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