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Special Choral Evensong with a Celebration of Bishop Greg & Marti Rickel

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

A special service of Choral Evensong observing the Feast of All Saints will include a celebration of the ministry of Bishop Greg and Marti Rickel in the Diocese of Olympia, with a reception to follow.

Free

United for Good: An Interfaith Prayer Vigil on the Eve of Elections

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Join local religious leaders and fellow citizens who will gather in Seattle’s Saint Mark’s Cathedral at this unprecedented time. All are invited to join in this brief non-partisan interfaith service of hope, either in-person or via livestream.

Free

Where There’s a Will, There’s a Way

Bloedel Hall, Saint Mark's Cathedral 1245 10th Ave E, Seattle

Where there’s a Will, there’s a Way
Making end-of-life and legacy decisions
A Workshop sponsored by The Diocese of Olympia and Saint Mark’s Cathedral

Free

Ditty Bag Stuffing Day 2022

St. John the Baptist, Seattle 3050 California Ave SW, Seattle

Join with others from around Puget Sound to make Christmas care packages for international seafarers who will be in Puget Sound during the holidays.

Refugee Resettlement Office Benefit Concert 2022

Auburn Community & Event Center 910 9th Street SE, Auburn, WA, United States

The RRO is hosting a benefit concert with world music to benefit refugees in the Puget Sound area.

$50 – $75

Event Series Godly Play Training

Godly Play Training

St. Paul's, Bellingham 2117 Walnut St, Bellingham, WA, United States

If you or someone in your congregation is looking for an opportunity to receive training in the Godly Play method and philosophy, consider this fall offering at St. Paul's, Bellingham.

$30

Climate Conversations

Online

One-hour monthly Zoom conversations about things people can do in their everyday lives relating to energy usage to reduce their carbon footprint and reverse climate change.

Bishop’s Society Dinner

Museum of Glass, Tacoma 1801 Dock St., Tacoma, WA, United States

Join us at this annual event for Bishop Rickel to thank all those that are members of the Bishop's Society for their support of the ongoing work and ministry of the Episcopal Church.

Free

Winter Camp

Camp Huston 14725 Ley Rd, Gold Bar, WA, United States

Ready to kick off your winter break the Camp Huston way? Come on out to Gold Bar for our Winter Camp program!

$240

Comfort and Peace at Christmas: A Service of Healing for Aching Hearts

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

This liturgy (known in previous years as "Blue Christmas") will hold a space for prayerful care and companionship for those who find the holiday season a painful or difficult time.

Climate Conversations

Online

One-hour monthly Zoom conversations about things people can do in their everyday lives to take action, reduce their carbon footprint, and combat climate change.

The Pageant of the Nativity

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Holy Scripture, multiple choirs, brass ensemble, and costumes of cathedral finery all come together in the soaring space of the Saint Mark's Cathedral nave—a Christmas pageant like no other.

The Art of Pilgrimage: A Wisdom School Workshop at Saint Mark’s Cathedral

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

A pilgrimage is a spiritually transformative journey to a sacred place. This workshop, facilitated by Phil Cousineau, will focus on seven spiritual practices intended to augment your travels, whether sacred or secular.

$65

A Not-So-Quiet Day

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Children, youth, and adults will explore embodied spiritual practices through facilitated experiences and self-guided activities, with options for all ages and abilities.

Climate Conversations

Online

One-hour monthly Zoom conversations about things people can do in their everyday lives to reduce their carbon footprint and care for creation.

Young Adult Contemplative Retreat

Brunett Retreat Center at the Palisades 4700 SW Dash Point Rd, Federal Way, WA, United States

Experience a weekend of peace, prayer and self-care with young adults from across the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia.

$125

Underhill House Listener Training

Underhill House 500 Broadway E, Seattle, WA, United States

If you’re looking for a new discipline for a holy Lent, Underhill House, a quiet place to pause for prayer, is offering Listener Training.

Gareth Higgins: How Not to Be Afraid

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Join Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle in person or online for an evening of storytelling and conversation with Irish writer Gareth Higgins, author of How Not to Be Afraid.

Free

Queer Theology Workshop with Hugo Alas from The Santa Marta Center

Online

In this workshop, we will understand what queer theology is, analyze the relationship between theology, sexuality, gender, and sexual orientation, and critique the assumptions institutional religions have about gender and sexuality.

AAPI Gathering with Holy Apostles

Holy Apostles, Bellevue 15220 Main St., Bellevue, WA, United States

The AAPI Circle invites all to join in worship and luncheon fellowship at Holy Apostles, a predominantly Chinese congregation in Bellevue.

CPG Planning for Wellness Conference for Province VIII Clergy & Spouses

Hyatt Regency Seattle 808 Howell St., Seattle, WA, United States

The Church Pension Group’s Planning for Wellness conference is designed to provide you with the knowledge and confidence to take charge of your finances, and the inspiration to live a healthier life.

Concert for the Human Family

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

The Concert for the Human Family is an inspiring genre-bending collaborative program performed by a cross-cultural team of musicians led by Kory Caudill and Wordsmith.

$25 – $35

Lenten Contemplative Retreat

St. Andrew's House 7550 E. State Route 106, Union, WA, United States

A quiet time of rest and contemplative prayer at St. Andrew's House on Hood Canal during the Lenten season.

$375

Lenten Quiet Morning

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Lenten Quiet Morning at Saint Mark's Cathedral.

Climate Conversations – Reuse

Online

One-hour monthly Zoom conversations about things people can do in their everyday lives to reduce their carbon footprint and care for creation.

Taizé Prayer

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Join Saint Mark's Cathedral on Tuesday, March 14, at 7:00 pm for Candlelit Prayer with music from Taizé.

Holy Hikes

Hamlin Park, Shoreline

Join us at Shoreline's oldest and largest park for our March Holy Hike with new friends from around the diocese!

RRO Krispy Kreme Fundraiser

Western Washington

The RRO is hosting a Krispy Kreme fundraiser for our private grant for refugees.

$14

Children, Youth & Families Ministry Leadership Meeting

Online

All who lead children, youth and families ministries are welcome to this quarterly gathering, hosted by the Diocese of Olympia! Grab your lunch and let's meet via Zoom to share best practices and strategies for starting or strengthening your ministry.

Transgender Day of Visibility

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Join Canon Carla Robinson and others from the Diocese in celebration of Transgender Day of Visibility, 3/31 at 6:30pm in Bloedel Hall, Saint Mark’s Cathedral, or on Zoom (registration required!).

Youth Adventure: Holy Week Pilgrimage

Holden Village, Lake Chelan

6th – 9th graders are invited on a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage to the remote wilderness community of Holden Village, on Lake Chelan, during Holy Week.

$450

Chrism Mass & Renewal of Vows Service

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Diocesan clergy are invited to join with our Lutheran counterparts for the Annual Chrism Mass, to include a renewal of vows and the blessing of oils.

Climate Conversations – Recycle

Online

One-hour monthly Zoom conversations about things people can do in their everyday lives to reduce their carbon footprint and care for creation.

Local Climate Action (Postponed)

Online

Join others from the diocese in discussing local climate action and future opportunities to support one another in this important work.

Cathedral Day 2023: Living Water

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Cathedral Day is a celebration of the community of the Diocese of Olympia—a "family reunion" for Episcopalians from across western Washington, when confirmations, receptions, and reaffirmations are celebrated, followed by a festive food truck lunch and afternoon activities for all ages.

Congregational Grades – What Are They? Why Do They Matter?

Online

Treasurers and Clergy (and other interested folk) - join members of the diocesan Personnel Commission and bishop's staff to learn about Congregational Grades (and the impact on clergy salaries) that will take effect for 2024.

20s/30s Questioning Together: Sabbath and Rest

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Join young adults from Saint Mark's and St. Luke's to explore the practice of sabbath with Canon Britt Olson and Mother Hillary Kimsey.

Climate Conversations

Online

Monthly one-hour conversations on Zoom only, hosted by St. Mark's Creation Care Ministry about everyday actions we can take to care for creation.

Holy Hikes

Beaver Falls, OR

Experience God's handiwork in the natural world by joining this contemplative and family-friendly trek to Beaver Falls, OR with Holy Hikes of Western Washington.

Underhill House Listener Training

Underhill House 500 Broadway E, Seattle, WA, United States

If you’re looking for a new way to serve, Underhill House, a quiet place to pause for prayer, is offering Listener Training.

Courage on the Threshold Retreat

St. Andrew's House 7550 E. State Route 106, Union, WA, United States

Courage on the Threshold: Embracing Life's Changes with Integrity & Grace - a weekend retreat at St. Andrew's House.

$640

Mothered by God: Divine Feminine and the Black Madonna

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Join Dr. Christena Cleveland as she explores the Divine Feminine, especially in the context of her 400-mile walking pilgrimage across central France in search of ancient Black Madonna statues.

$65

Climate Conversations

Online

One-hour monthly presentations and discussions on zoom about everyday things we can do to mitigate climate change and care for the earth.

Archdeacon Gen’s Farewell Gathering

Diocesan House 1551 10th Ave E, Seattle, WA, United States

Join us as we say Bon Voyage and Thank You to The Ven. Gen Grewell for her nearly 14 years as Archdeacon of the Diocese of Olympia.

Juneteenth Liturgy & Potluck BBQ

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

The Black/African American Circle invites you to a special Juneteenth liturgy and potluck BBQ at Saint Mark's Cathedral!

Ordinations to the Priesthood

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

By the grace of God and the People of God consenting, The Most Rev. Melissa Skelton, Bishop Provisional of Olympia, will ordain four new priests.

Dinner with the Bishop for Young Adults

Diocesan House 1551 10th Ave E, Seattle, WA, United States

On one of the longest days of the year, join The Most Rev. Melissa Skelton for a fabulous dinner, music, and tours of the beautiful Leary mansion, home to Diocesan staff in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle.

ECW Opening Our Hearts Retreat

Wasatch Center at the Episcopal Church Center of Utah 75 S 200 E, Salt Lake City, UT, United States

Renew and relax, get inspired and fired up! "Opening Our Hearts" Women's Salt Lake City Weekend June 23-25.

$175

Seattle Pride Weekend: Parade, Events, & More

Western Washington

LGBTQIA+ folx, friends, family members, and allies, let's show up at this year's Pride events as joyful and proud Episcopalians who know the meaning of hospitality and the wide embrace of God’s love.

2023 College for Congregational Development

Fort Worden 200 Battery Way, Port Townsend, WA, United States

Registration is now open for our weeklong summer session for The College for Congregational Development June 25- June 30 at Fort Worden, Port Townsend.

$850

Children, Youth & Families Ministry Leadership Meeting

Online

It's time for the quarterly gathering of leaders in Children, Youth & Families Ministry from around the Diocese! We’re excited that the author of the popular “Building Faith Brick by Brick” series, Emily Slichter Given, will be joining us to share about how she hit upon combining Legos and faith formation, and ways you can incorporate or enhance this ingenious practice in your own church setting.

Camp Huston Summer Camp 2023

Camp Huston 14725 Ley Rd, Gold Bar, WA, United States

Join us at Camp Huston for summer camp 2023!

$480 – $765

Saint Mark’s Cathedral Choir School Summer Camp

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Saint Mark's Choir School summer camp is a great opportunity for your child to grow in confidence as a singer, develop excellent musical skills as a chorister and sing wonderful choral repertoire in the cathedral's acoustic.

$325

Refugee Resettlement Office Cookbook Fundraiser

Online

The Diocese of Olympia Refugee Resettlement Office Cookbook is a culinary guide to dishes from around the world. Proceeds from this book will go to our private grant fund to cover extra costs for refugees in our programs. Our staff have submitted their favorite homemade recipes and cooking tips to share with people wanting to try cuisines from other countries. Put your apron on and dive in!

$20 – $45

Holy Conversations

St. Paul's, Bremerton 700 Callahan Dr., Bremerton, WA, United States

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Holy Conversations

Trinity, Seattle 609 8th Ave, Seattle, WA, United States

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.” The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions. The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Holy Conversations

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Holy Conversations

St. Andrew's, Tacoma 7410 S. 12th St., Tacoma

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.” The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions. The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Questioning Together and Compline – 20s/30s

Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, United States

Join for a conversation with young adults to explore how different social, political, and geographic landscapes can provide different contexts of expressing faith with Canon Elise Johnstone from St. John the Baptist Episcopal, West Seattle.

Holy Conversations

St. Margaret's, Bellevue 4228 Factoria Blvd SE, Bellevue, WA

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Holy Conversations

St. Andrew's, Seattle 111 NE 80th St., Seattle, WA, United States

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Climate Conversations

Online

Monthly Climate Conversations, hosted by Saint Mark’s Creation Care Ministry, are held on environmentally-friendly Zoom on the second Thursday evening of each month, from 6:30-7:30 pm.

Holy Conversations

St. Mary's, Lakewood 10630 Gravelly Lake Dr SW, Lakewood, WA

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Holy Conversations

St. John's | San Juan, Olympia 114 20th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United States

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Holy Conversations

St. John's | San Juan, Olympia 114 20th Ave SE, Olympia, WA, United States

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Holy Conversations

St. Paul's, Bellingham 2117 Walnut St, Bellingham, WA, United States

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Holy Conversations

St. Stephen's, Longview

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Holy Conversations

Grace, Bainbridge Island 8595 NE Day Rd, Bainbridge Island, WA, United States

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

A Holy Waste of Time Retreat

St. Andrew's House 7550 E. State Route 106, Union, WA, United States

Adults in their 20s & 30s from around the Diocese of Olympia are invited to our annual weekend of fun, friendship, faith, and blessed time-wasting at St. Andrew’s House, a comfortable, rustic lodge situated on the Hood Canal with the Olympic Mountains just beyond.

$95

Holy Conversations

St. Matthew~San Mateo, Auburn 123 L St NE, Auburn, WA, United States

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Holy Conversations

St. Luke's, Sequim 525 N 5th Ave, Sequim, WA, United States

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. We want to hear what you

Regional Confirmation Service

Christ Church, Blaine 382 Boblett St., Blaine, WA, United States

Saturday, August 26 11.00 am Christ Episcopal Church 382 Boblett Street Blaine, Washington The Rt. Rev'd Brian Prior presiding.

Holy Conversations

Trinity, Everett 2301 Hoyt Ave., Everett, WA, United States

During the month of August, you are invited to participate in a facilitated “Holy Conversation.”  The conversations will focus on the vision for the Diocese and how the bishop and staff can support congregations throughout our Diocese in living out their missions.  The data gathered in the Holy Conversation will help form the core of the diocesan profile—the descriptive document we will publish to seek applicants to serve as the Ninth Bishop of Olympia. In-Person and on Zoom. On YouTube: