Fundraiser for Afghan Refugee
2025-11-04 - 2025-12-31 | Online
Mohammad once stood shoulder-to-shoulder with U.S. troops in Afghanistan, as a soldier and medic under fire. While working with the Americans, an IED tore through his convoy injuring his neck and face. In the meantime, he’s still waiting for the Special Immigrant Visa promised to him years ago.
Since 2021, he has lived alone, separated from his wife and young children by borders and bureaucracy. He cannot legally work. His savings are gone. The only thing standing between Mohammad and the street is six months of rent in a shared apartment—$5,000 we can raise together.
Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/supportmohammad

Fundraising for Ukrainian Re-Parole Status
2025-11-05 - 2025-12-31 | Online
Recently, the cost of applying for re-parole to remain in the US legally and be allowed to work, has increased by $1,000 per person. We are raising funds to help offset this cost for families that can’t afford to pay.
One of our clients, Serhii came to the US through the Uniting for Ukraine program in November 2022. Yesterday was his 3-year anniversary of coming to the US. While it was a difficult transition, as he was forced from his hometown in eastern Ukraine after it was destroyed, he is very grateful to be in America. He shared, “I have job, have church and connect with good people. I so happy we have church, house and safety.” This is just one example of the many refugees and immigrants we work with who are grateful to be here despite the uncertainty ahead.
Donate here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/ukrainianimmigration

Winter Holiday: Christmas in Latvia
2025-12-06 20:00 - 22:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle, 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, 98102, United States
December 6, 8:00 pm
Tickets: $35 (general), $30 (senior), $10 (student), Child 6-10 free
A Latvian Christmas is a vibrant blend of Christian traditions and ancient pagan customs. While the holiday celebrates the birth of Christ with church services, carols, and festive meals, it also preserves centuries-old winter solstice rituals. These include mummers’ parades, fortune-telling, and the burning of logs to chase away evil spirits and welcome the sun. This unique fusion creates a rich and magical atmosphere that reflects Latvia’s deep cultural roots and seasonal spirit.
The works of the four Latvian composers featured on this program offer a musical journey through centuries of Latvian Christmas traditions, reflecting both sacred and folk influences that continue to shape the nation’s holiday celebrations.

The Rev. Canon Cristi Chapman's Visitation to Good Shepherd, Vancouver
2025-12-07 | Good Shepherd, Vancouver, 805 SE Ellsworth Rd, Vancouver, WA, 98664, United States
December 7, 2025
The Rev. Canon Cristi Chapman’s Visitation to Good Shepherd, Vancouver

Bishop LaBelle's Visitation to St. Elizabeth, Burien
2025-12-07 | St. Elizabeth, Burien, 1005 SW 152nd St, Burien, WA, 98166, United States
December 7
Bishop LaBelle’s Visitation to St. Elizabeth, Burien

St. Nicholas Breakfast
2025-12-07 09:00 - 10:00 | St. Thomas, Medina, 8398 NE 12th St, Medina, WA, 98039, United States
December 7, 9:00 am
Come join St. Thomas, Medina for a joyful St. Nicholas Breakfast celebrating generosity, storytelling, and the wonder of the season. Families of all ages are invited to enjoy a hot breakfast, festive crafts, and a visit from St. Nicholas himself. This gathering offers a warm and welcoming way for children, parents, grandparents, and friends to begin Advent together. Whether you’re seeking a family tradition or simply something joyful, there’s a place for you at this table. Plan to come share in this festive morning celebration.

Christmas for a Cause
2025-12-07 12:00 - 14:00 | St. Timothy, Chehalis, 1826 SW SNIVELY AVE., CHEHALIS, WA, 98532, United States
December 7, 12:00-2:00 pm
Free Santa photos! (Emailed to you for printing)
Free Cocoa Bar
Free Mocktails
and more!
Donations for the American Friends of the Episcopal Diocese of Jerusalem (https://afedj.org) for use in Gaza and the Holy Land will be accepted at this event.
https://tinyurl.com/GiveAFEDJ

Carols and Cookies
2025-12-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Good Samaritan, Sammamish, 1757 244th Ave NE, Sammamish, WA, 98074, United States
December 7, 2:00-3:00 pm
Join Good Samaritan Episcopal Church for a fun sing along to get you in the holiday spirit! We’ll supply cookies and hot beverages. There may even be a surprise visit from Saint Nicholas! Bring the children, neighbors, and friends.

Winter Holiday: Christmas in Latvia
2025-12-07 15:00 - 17:00 | Trinity Luthern Church, Lynnwood, 6215 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA, 98036
December 7, 3:00 pm
Tickets: $35 (general), $30 (senior), $10 (student), Child 6-10 free
A Latvian Christmas is a vibrant blend of Christian traditions and ancient pagan customs. While the holiday celebrates the birth of Christ with church services, carols, and festive meals, it also preserves centuries-old winter solstice rituals. These include mummers’ parades, fortune-telling, and the burning of logs to chase away evil spirits and welcome the sun. This unique fusion creates a rich and magical atmosphere that reflects Latvia’s deep cultural roots and seasonal spirit.
The works of the four Latvian composers featured on this program offer a musical journey through centuries of Latvian Christmas traditions, reflecting both sacred and folk influences that continue to shape the nation’s holiday celebrations.

A Family Series: The Health and Spirituality of Childhood
2025-12-07 16:45 - 18:15 | Epiphany Parish, Seattle, 1805 38th Ave, Seattle, WA, 98122, United States
1st Sundays – October, November, December, March 2026, and May 2026 – 4:45 pm
$25/family per session or $125 total/family
Parents naturally prioritize their child’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being—but true balance includes spiritual health, too. It’s time we make that a priority.
Join Epiphany Parish for this year’s Family Series, a five-part journey exploring the wholistic well-being of children. Through engaging sessions led by featured experts, families will dive into topics ranging from navigating kids’ big questions about God to understanding the deep connections between body, mind, and spirit.

Contemplative Worship in the Spirit of Taizé
2025-12-07 17:00 - 18:00 | St. Andrew’s, Seattle, 111 NE 80th St., Seattle, WA, 98115, United States
Clear your mind and enter an inward place, with meditation, song in Taizé style and eucharist. The first Sunday of each month, 5:00 pm.

Christmas Benefit Concert for Chase Lake Community School
2025-12-09 17:30 - 19:00 | St. Alban’s, Edmonds, 21405 82nd Place W., Edmonds, WA, 98026, United States
December 9, 5:30 pm
St. Alban’s Episcopal Church in Edmonds will hold a Christmas Concert featuring the Edmonds-Woodway High School Jazz Combo and the school’s Brass Quintet. Music selections will include holiday songs as well as other pieces that the students have prepared especially for the audience’s enjoyment. The musicians are led by Jake Bergevin, Director of Bands and Music Department at Edmonds-Woodway, and well-known in the community for his many musical contributions in Edmonds throughout the year. The event is free to everyone, and the church is accepting donations to support Chase Lake Community School.

Community Forum: Saint Mark's Affordable Housing Project Updates
2025-12-10 18:45 - 20:15 | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle, 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, 98102, United States
December 10, 6:45 pm
Join the Saint Mark’s Affordable Housing Committee to discuss key project milestones and meet some of the partners in the work. This forum will provide updates and insights from Redwood Housing, Saint Mark’s development partner, community engagement planning, and an opportunity to preview initial visioning for an innovative community-based organization model that will help guide the development of a housing community on the Saint Mark’s campus on North Capitol Hill. Program is free; optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($8/adult; $25/family max.) Learn more about Saint Mark’s affordable housing project by visiting www.saintmarks.org/affordablehousing.

Creation Care Ministry Climate Conversation
2025-12-11 18:30 - 19:30 | St. Mark’s Cathedral, 1245 10th Ave E, Seattle, WA, 98102, United States
December 11, 6:30 pm
Innovations for Climate Change and Creation Care
Innovations to reduce or adapt to climate change, ranging from new devices or services to practices we can use every day, and more, are bubbling up all the time. Leveraging practical and useful innovations can help us to care for creation more effectively. We’ll discuss the new ideas, innovations and practices that are occurring, how to learn about them without becoming overwhelmed, and opportunities to use them or put them into practice in our daily lives. We’ll also discuss how to keep abreast of the changes.

Lessons And Carols
2025-12-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Ascension, Seattle, Viewmont Way West 2330, Seattle, WA, 98199, United States
December 13, 4:00 pm
A festive service of readings, hymns, and anthems to mark the season of Advent. Reception to follow.

Choir and Orchestra Concert featuring Vivaldi's GLORIA
2025-12-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Trinity, Everett, 2301 Hoyt Ave., Everett, WA, 98201, United States
December 13, 7:00 pm
The Trinity Choir with guest soloists and professional orchestra presents this favorite baroque masterpiece with chamber orchestra, plus seasonal choral favorites by Daniel Gawthorpe, Norman Luboff, Michael Austin Miller, and John Rutter (on the occasion of his 80th birthday).

Sing Along Messiah: A benefit for Issaquah Community Services
2025-12-14 14:30 - 16:00 | St. Michael & All Angels, Issaquah, 325 SE Darst St, Issaquah, 98027
December 14, 2:30 pm
Come sing or listen to the Christmas portion of G. F. Handel’s Messiah, under the direction of Dr. Jason Anderson, together with the Messiah Chamber Orchestra, comprised of local musicians from a variety of ensembles. This is a benefit event for Issaquah Community Services and 100% of donations assist families in need. Vocal soloists: Laura Loge, soprano; Teresa Lin, mezzo-soprano; Justin Ferris, tenor; J. Scott Kovacs, bass-baritone. Who should attend? Singers of all ages, abilities, and skill levels and community members who enjoy hearing this beautiful music.

Tidings of Joy: A Festive Carol Celebration with Choir and Organ
2025-12-14 15:00 - 17:00 | St. Dunstan’s, Shoreline, 722 N 145th St, Shoreline, WA, 98133
December 14, 3:00 pm
Experience the magic of the holiday season with the Seattle Girls Choir’s Cantamus ensemble as they weave a sparkling tapestry of festive music, featuring a vibrant blend of timeless and contemporary anthems. Accompanied by pianist Janelle Murray and organist Susanna Valleau, the concert will include charming piano and organ solos. Prepare to lift your voice in harmony with the choir in an enthusiastic sing-along of beloved Christmas carols, creating a memorable experience that captures the true spirit of the season. This eclectic concert offers something special for everyone.

2nd Sunday Series: Advent Lessons & Carols
2025-12-14 16:30 - 18:00 | St. Luke’s Memorial, Tacoma, 3615 N Gove St., Tacoma, WA, 98407, United States
December 14, 4:30 – 6:00 pm
An annual favorite in Tacoma, the St. Luke’s Chancel Choir sings a service of Advent Lessons & Carols as a part of the 2nd Sunday Series. In addition to congregational carols, the service features organ and choral works by Mark Schweizer, Thomas Ravenscroft, John Ferguson, Henry Ley, Charles Villiers Stanford, T. Tertius Noble, Adolphus Hailstork, and Brenda Portman. A festive reception will follow the service in the Parish Hall.

Advent Lessons & Carols
2025-12-14 17:00 - 18:30 | St. Thomas, Medina, 8398 NE 12th St, Medina, WA, 98039, United States
December 14, 5:00 pm
Join us for a joyful and welcoming Advent tradition presented by our Choristers! This family-friendly service weaves together Bible readings and well-loved carols as we prepare for Christmas.
After the service, enjoy a festive hot chocolate bar—and a special visit from Santa Claus! All ages are welcome.

Lessons and Carols at St. John's Kirkland
2025-12-14 17:00 - 18:30 | St. John’s, Kirkland, 105 State St S, Kirkland, WA, 98033, United States
December 14, 5:00 pm
St. John’s Adult Choir will offer Advent Lessons and Carols. Advent comes from the work adventus, which is the Latin word for arrival. In English we call this Advent.
This is the time in the liturgical calendar that we wait for the ‘arrival’ of the Christ Child. In the liturgical cycle of Year A, the Advent Season has themes of dark to light. We hear and see the darkness and look forward in anticipation of the arrival of the Light (Christ). To that end, we will celebrate our Advent Lessons and Carols through a lens of prayer, hymns, anthems, and poetry.
During this service, you will witness the themes of prophecy for the coming of our Savior.

Advent Lessons & Carols with Hot Chocolate & Santa
2025-12-14 17:00 - 19:00 | St. Thomas, Medina, 8398 NE 12th St, Medina, WA, 98039, United States
December 14, 5:00 pm
Come join St. Thomas, Medina for a joyful, hope-filled service of Advent Lessons & Carols featuring the St. Thomas Choir and Choristers. This beloved Anglican tradition weaves Scripture and music into a beautiful evening of anticipation and light. After the service, gather for a festive hot chocolate reception and a visit from Santa Claus—an especially delightful moment for children and families. Whether you seek cherished seasonal music or a welcoming space to celebrate Advent, you’ll find it here. Come experience this inspiring tradition and share in the warmth of community.

Blue Christmas Service
2025-12-17 08:00 - 17:00 | St. Alban’s, Edmonds, 21405 82nd Place W., Edmonds, WA, 98026, United States
December 17, 6:00 pm
Please join us for a special holiday service designed for those for whom the holidays might be difficult. If you have undergone a difficult loss, transition, or life change we invite you to a special time of music and worship.

The Pageant of the Nativity at Saint Marks Cathedral
2025-12-17 19:00 - 20:15 | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle, 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, 98102, United States
December 17, 7:00 pm
Saint Mark’s Pageant of the Nativity is a children’s Christmas pageant like no other—an multi-sensory experience that centers Holy Scripture, takes full advantage of the inspiring space of the cathedral nave, and challenges the young choristers of the cathedral to new heights of musical excellence. Don’t miss this year’s prayerful and inspirational meditation on Christ’s coming into our world—learn more at saintmarks.org/pageant

2025-2026 College for Congregational Development Saturdays
2025-12-20
Third Saturdays Starting in September
Registration for The College for Congregational Development Saturday Sessions is now open! We will be meeting on the third Saturday of every month starting in September and wrapping up in February 2026. If you have any questions please reach out to Matt Koski, mkoski@ecww.org.
Register here: https://dioceseofolympia1551.formstack.com/forms/2025_2026_6x1_college_for_congregational_development_registration

Advent Lessons & Carols
2025-12-20 16:30 - 17:30 | St. Peter’s, Seattle, 1610 S. King St, Seattle, 98144
December 20, 4:30 pm
Join St. Peter’s, Seattle to hear once again the story of God’s purpose since the time of our rebellion and look ahead with anticipation to the remembrance of Christ’s birth, with congregational carols, organ, and string quartet.

The Rev. Canon Cristi Chapman's Visitation to St. Michael & All Angels, Issaquah
2025-12-21 | St. Michael & All Angels, Issaquah, 325 SE Darst St, Issaquah, 98027
December 21, 2025
The Rev. Canon Cristi Chapman’s Visitation to St. Michael & All Angels, Issaquah

The Longest Night
2025-12-21 15:30 - 17:00 | St. George, Maple Valley, 24219 Witte Rd SE, Maple Valley, WA, 98038, United States
December 21, 3:30 pm
A Longest Night Service for All Who Walk Through Shadowed Valleys
All are welcome.
Anointing for healing is available.
This time of year can feel bright for some, but for others, the cold and darkness echo our own inner terrain. If you are grieving, weary, or simply moving slowly through the season, come and rest.
Together we will gather at winter’s threshold, lighting candles, offering prayers, and trusting the ancient rhythm that light is born again from the dark.
Come just as you are. The Holy One meets us in the shadows and gently leads us toward dawn.
The Longest Night – Candle Lit Prayers for Healing with music from Taizé
Contemplative Taizé beginning at 3:30 PM
Service begins at 4:00 PM

The Longest Night
2025-12-21 15:30 - 17:00 | St. George, Maple Valley, 24219 Witte Rd SE, Maple Valley, WA, 98038, United States
December 21, 3:30 pm
As we approach the longest night of the year, we’re preparing a candlelit service of prayer, healing, and quiet presence at St. George. This season can feel bright and busy for some, but for many, the cold and darkness echo what we’re carrying inside. If you are grieving, weary, or simply moving more slowly this Advent, you are not alone. This service is for you.
A Longest Night Service for All Who Walk Through Shadowed Valleys
All are welcome.
Anointing for healing will be available.
Together we will gather at winter’s threshold, light candles, offer prayers, and trust the ancient rhythm that light is born again from the dark. Come just as you are. The Holy One meets us in the shadows and gently leads us toward dawn.

Lessons and Carols
2025-12-21 17:00 - 18:00 | Good Samaritan, Sammamish, 1757 244th Ave NE, Sammamish, WA, 98074, United States
December 21, 5:00 pm
Join Good Samaritan Episcopal Church for this contemplative service of Advent Carols and scripture readings. The readings will guide us through God’s history, culminating with the birth of Jesus. Interspersed, we will sing Advent Carols and have time for quiet contemplation as we prepare our hearts and minds for Christmas. This event is free, but donations are always warmly accepted. Incense will be used at this service.
