The Episcopal Diocese of Olympia

Weekly Online Welcoming & Centering & Prayer
2026-08-28 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | WA
Fridays, starting September 19, 12:00 pm
$20 Suggested Donation to Sacred Waters
Weekly Online Interspiritual Group Contemplative Practices beginning Friday, September 19, via Zoom. Welcoming Prayer meets Fridays from 12:00pm PT to 12:30pm PT. Centering Prayer meets Fridays from 12:30pm PT to approximately 1:00pm PT. Fee: $20/month for either or both sessions. Register to receive the Zoom link.
Though contemplative practices are often thought of as solitary endeavors, community is a very important component in supporting our individual intentions. Whether you’re an experienced contemplative or just starting to engage, you’re welcome to join in!
Welcoming Prayer is a method of consenting to God’s presence and action in our physical and emotional reactions to events and situations in daily life. The purpose of the Welcoming Prayer is to deepen our relationship with God through consenting in the ordinary activities of our day — “consent-on-the-go.”
Centering Prayer is a receptive method of silent prayer that prepares us to receive the gift of contemplative prayer, prayer in which we experience God’s presence within us, closer than breathing, closer than thinking, closer than consciousness itself.
Facilitator: Sylvia Sepulveda is a longtime longtime practitioner, organizer, and facilitator of contemplative group practices. She offers spiritual direction, dreamwork, retreats, and art-based workshops through Secret Garden Practices (https://secretgardenpractices.com/).

The Rev Cn Carla Robinson's Visitation to Grace Church, Bainbridge Island
2026-08-30 | WA
The Rev Cn Carla Robinson’s Visitation to Grace Church, Bainbridge Island

The Rev Cn Cristi Chapman's Visitation to St. James, Cathlamet
2026-08-30 | St. James, Cathlamet, 1134 Columbia Street, Cathlamet, WA, 98612
The Rev Cn Cristi Chapman’s Visitation to St. James, Cathlamet

Come As You Are Eucharist
2026-08-30 16:30 - 17:15 | Epiphany, Seattle, 1805 38th Ave, Seattle, 98122
Sundays, 4:30 pm
The Come As You Are service is casual and welcoming. While it follows the structure of Anglican liturgy, it’s designed for those who may have a hard time sitting still, whether you’re a toddler or an octogenarian. This service creates opportunities for all to participate in worship, either by moving between prayer stations, hearing the Gospel told in story form, engaging in an interactive sermon, or gathering around the altar. It’s for people who have never been to church before, and for anyone seeking a place to belong.

Choral Evensong
2026-08-30 17:30 - 18:00 | Epiphany, Seattle, 1805 38th Ave, Seattle, 98122
Sung at the close of day in Cathedrals and churches throughout the world, Choral Evensong is a service of Evening Prayer, derived from the ancient offices of Vespers and Compline. The choir sings the traditional evening prayers of the church that have been offered for centuries, while the congregation listens, joins in the hymns, and adds their own prayers to those of the choir. It is an opportunity for peaceful meditation in the midst of a busy week.
Every Sunday at 5:30 pm.
Followed by a reception.

Compline, Sung by The Compline Choir
2026-08-30 21:30 - 22:00 | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle, 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, 98102, United States
Sundays, 9:30 – 10:00 pm
A beloved Seattle institution since 1956, the all-male Compline Choir sings the last monastic office of the day, offering prayers before sleep, giving thanks for the blessings of the day that has passed, and asking for “a quiet night and perfect end”. Hundreds pack the cathedral nave each week for this meditative service, while thousands more listen to the live radio broadcast on Classical KING FM 98.1 or listen to weekly podcasts.
Tune your radio to Classical KING FM 98.1 or listen live at https://classicalking.org/. Podcasts are available at https://complinepodcast.org/ or wherever you get your podcasts.

Democracy and the Human Spirit Discussion Group
2026-09-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Grace Church, Bainbridge Island, 8595 NE Day Road, Bainbridge Island, 98110
Tuesdays, April 14-21 & May 5-19, 7:00 pm
5 Habits of the Heart
How can we protect a democracy worthy of the human spirit?
Join facilitator Rick Jackson* at Grace Episcopal Church, Bainbridge Island
All are welcome to this free series.
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Based on Healing the Heart of Democracy by Parker J. Palmer.
The program will include video interviews with the author.
This community dialogue welcomes people of diverse backgrounds, beliefs, and generations. We will engage conversations about politics in ways that serve the common good. In particular, we’ll explore 5 Habits of the Heart that we can practice in everyday settings in our families, neighborhoods, classrooms, congregations and workplaces.
5 Habits of the Heart that make democracy possible:
-An understanding that we are all in this together
-An appreciation of the value of “otherness”
-An ability to hold tension in life-giving ways
-A sense of personal voice and agency
-A capacity to create community
*Rick Jackson, with Parker Palmer and his wife Marcy, is a Co-Founder and Senior Fellow of the Center for Courage & Renewal. He teaches, speaks and consults with leaders, non-profit and philanthropic organizations on a range of topics, including strategies to foster long-term civic renewal.

African Transformative Conference
2026-09-05 11:00 - 18:00 | TBD
September 5, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Save the date for this year’s African Transformative Conference – September 5, 11:00 am – 6:00 pm! More information will be coming soon!

Bishop LaBelle's Visitation to St. Paul's, Mount Vernon
2026-09-06 | St. Paul’s, Mount Vernon, 415 S 18th St., Mount Vernon, WA, 98274, United States
September 6
Bishop LaBelle’s Visitation to St. Paul’s, Mount Vernon

Contemplative Worship in the Spirit of Taizé
2026-09-06 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.

Bishop LaBelle's Visitation to St. Martin/St. Francis, Rockport
2026-09-13 | St. Martin & St. Francis, Rockport, 55223 Conrad Rd., Rockport, WA, 98283, United States
September 13
Bishop LaBelle’s Visitation to St. Martin/St. Francis, Rockport

CCD Saturdays 2026-27 - Year A
2026-09-19 08:30 - 16:00 | Diocesan House, 1551 10th Ave E, Seattle, WA, 98102, United States
September 19, October 17, November 21, January 9, & February 6
8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Lunch and light breakfast provided
For those who prefer, we offer a Five-Saturday option to attend the College for Congregational Development beginning every Fall. The content and practice are the same as our week-long summer intensives. While the week-long Summer experience is rewarding, we know that taking that much time off can be a challenge, so hopefully this provides a more accessible alternative for some.
This year, our Saturdays will cover Year A of our curriculum. Year A focuses on the spiritual life, self‑awareness, and internal capacity of congregational leaders and communities, establishing the theological and relational foundations necessary for effective congregational development and adaptive change. Participants will work on facilitation skills, transformational listening processes, organizational systems, understanding who they are as leaders, trust building, conflict management, and sustainability.
Cost of participating is:
$750/person or $700/person if you come as part of a team
Tuition assistance is available if needed
Please reach out to Matt Koski (mkoski@ecww.org) with any questions.

The Rev Ivar Hillesland's Visitation to St. Luke, Sequim
2026-09-20 | WA
The Rev Ivar Hillesland’s Visitation to St. Luke, Sequim

Bishop LaBelle's Visitation to St. John the Baptist, Seattle
2026-09-20 | St. John the Baptist, Seattle, 3050 California Ave SW, Seattle, 98116
September 20
Bishop LaBelle’s Visitation to St. John the Baptist, Seattle

2026 Camino Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela
2026-09-24 - 2026-10-16 | Porto, Portugal, Porto, Portugal
September 24, 2026 – October 4, 2026 | October 6-16, 2026
Cost: $3,295 – 3,795
A third Camino pilgrimage along the Central Portuguese Way has been added to the 2026 schedule! The dates for this pilgrimage are October 6-16. Pilgrims will walk the ancient path through some of the most beautiful natural areas of Northern Portugal and Galicia, Spain, passing through the historical villages and cities of the region including Tui, Pontevedra, and Padron. Participants will also have an opportunity to learn more about and experience the culture, history, wine, and food of the region. Trip fee of $3,295 per person sharing a room includes accommodation, breakfast, dinner, luggage transfer, three virtual orientation sessions, wine tastings, guidebook, support vehicle, and on-site guide. Supplemental fee for a single room.
Two spots are still available in the September 24-October 2, 2026 pilgrimage. Registration deadline for the September and October pilgrimages is December 1, 2025. For more information visit our website or contact Fr. Danzey via email. An informational video is available on request. An informational meeting via Zoom will be held on Saturday, May 2, 12:00 pm (EST), 11:00 am (CST), 9:00 am (PST). Register for the information meeting at this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/vt8tsu54ScSJxDCBHbdb1A.
Information about 2027 Santiago de Compostela Holy Year Pilgrimages coming soon, including a new pilgrimage along the Portuguese Coastal Way!
View the pilgrimage flyer here.

Anti-Racism Training
2026-09-26 10:00 - 15:00 | Online
September 26, 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
This one-day training experience 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.
Registration information will be coming soon!

Soli Deo Gloria Organ Concert Series
2026-09-27 15:00 - 17:00 | First Lutheran Church of West Seattle, 4105 California Ave SW, Seattle, WA, 98116
April 19, 7:00 pm; September 27, 3:00 pm; November 7, 3:00 pm; & February 7, 3:00 pm
First Lutheran Church of West Seattle is pleased to announce Soli Deo Gloria, a four-part organ concert series from April 2026 to February 2027.
This series is in celebration of the 50th Anniversary of the Gallery Noack Organ at First Lutheran. The Noack Organ takes its inspiration from the great 17th and 18th century organs from Germany and France. This series also honors the memory of Andrew King, cantor at First Lutheran for 50 years.
The attached poster features the dates of the concerts and names the organists for each concert. The concert launching this series will take place on April 19 at 7:00 pm and will feature Nathan Laube, Professor at the Eastman School of Music and an international performer. Nathan is regarded as one of the world’s finest organists.

Diaconal Ordinations
2026-10-03 10:30 - 12:00 | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle, 1245 10th AVE E., Seattle, WA, 98102, United States
October 3, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm
Please join us for this year’s diaconal ordinations at Saint Mark’s Cathedral. All are invited to worship with us and celebrate the ordinations of new deacons. More information will be made available in the weeks leading up to the ordination liturgy.

Bishop LaBelle's Visitation to Trinity, Everett
2026-10-04 | Trinity, Everett, 2301 Hoyt Ave., Everett, WA, 98201, United States
October 4
Bishop LaBelle’s Visitation to Trinity, Everett

Celtic Culture in Scotland w/ Revs. Hillary Kimsey & Ruth Anne Garcia
2026-10-07 - 2026-10-17 | WA
October 7 – 17
Registration: $150 (Early Registration)
About this trip
This 11-day journey explores Celtic culture, spirituality, and the Episcopal history of Scotland. Pilgrims will also connect with the contemporary Iona community on Iona. Highlights include Edinburgh and Glasgow, the Isle of Iona with its evocative abbey, Kilmartin Glen, the location of hundreds of ancient stone markers and structures. Pilgrims will also spend a day on Lindisfarne, the Holy Island, learning about Saints Cuthbert, Aiden, and Hilda. This itinerary offers a glance at what you can expect on your pilgrimage. Schedule may be adjusted for efficiency and guide availability.
Discounts and Insurance Information
An early registration discount of $150 per person is available until January 31, 2025. Please select the EARLY REGISTRATION option to receive this discount.

Following in the Footsteps of Paul: A Pilgrimage to Greece and Turkey
2026-10-08 - 2026-10-19 | Greece and Turkey, Greece
October 8–19, 2026
Early registration discount ends: December 31, 2025
Registration closes: April 1, 2026
Full payment due: July 1, 2026
$5,999 Registration per Person (Double Occupancy until 12/31/25)
$6,149 Registration per Person (Double Occupancy from 1/1/26)
$1,500 Single Supplement (Limited Availability)
Leader: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Greece has often been called the birthplace of democracy and the cradle of Western Civilization. It, together with Turkey, is also the earliest home of Christianity outside of the Palestine/Israel. Led by The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason and local archaeological guides on the ground, this 12-day pilgrimage traces the footsteps of Paul in Greece and Turkey as he engaged the early Christian communities there. Our journey will take us to the well-preserved ruins of Athens, Corinth, Philippi, and Thessaloniki in Greece. Along the way, you’ll marvel at the byzantine monasteries perched on the cliffs of Meteora. In Turkey, we’ll visit Smyrna and Pergamum, two of the churches to whom Revelation was written to encourage them during troubled times. On our last full day we’ll explore Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Letter to the Ephesians is a remarkable witness to Paul’s courage and encouragement to the beleaguered Church. Note: Our schedule may be adjusted based on guide availability.
Full details, including pilgrimage brochure, can be found at saintmarks.org/learn/wisdom-school/pilgrimages/

The Rev Cn Cristi Chapman's Visitation to St Aidan, Camano Island
2026-10-11 | St Aidan, Camano Island, 1318 SR 532, Camano Island, 98282
The Rev Cn Cristi Chapman’s Visitation to St Aidan, Camano Island

The Rev Ivar Hillesland's Visitation to Transfiguration, Darrington
2026-10-11 | Transfiguration, Darrington, 840 Commercial Ave., Darrington, WA, 98241, United States
The Rev Ivar Hillesland’s Visitation to Transfiguration, Darrington

Bishop LaBelle's Visitation to Holy Spirit, Vashon
2026-10-11 | Holy Spirit, Vashon Island, 15420 Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon, WA, 98070, United States
October 11
Bishop LaBelle’s Visitation to Holy Spirit, Vashon

The Rev Cn Carla Robinson's Visitation to St. George, Maple Valley
2026-10-18 | St. George, Maple Valley, 24219 Witte Rd SE, Maple Valley, WA, 98038, United States
The Rev Cn Carla Robinson’s Visitation to St. George, Maple Valley

The Rev Ivar Hillesland's Visitation to Christ Church, Blaine
2026-10-18 | Christ Church, Blaine, 382 Boblett St., Blaine, WA, 98230, United States
The Rev Ivar Hillesland’s Visitation to Christ Church, Blaine

Bishop LaBelle's Visitation to St. Luke's Memorial, Tacoma
2026-10-18 08:00 - 17:00 | St. Luke’s Memorial, Tacoma, 3615 N Gove St., Tacoma, WA, 98407, United States
October 18
Bishop LaBelle’s Visitation to St. Luke’s Memorial, Tacoma

The 116th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia
2026-10-23 - 2026-10-24 | DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Seattle Airport, 18740 International Blvd, SeaTac, WA, 98188, United States
October 23-24
Join us October 23-24 at the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel – Seattle Airport in Seatac for the 116th Convention of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia – Encountering Hope, Embodying Love. Save the Date!

The Rev Cn Carla Robinson's Visitation to Emmanuel, Eastsound
2026-11-01 | WA
The Rev Cn Carla Robinson’s Visitation to Emmanuel, Eastsound

Bishop LaBelle's Visitation to St. Michael & All Angels, Issaquah
2026-11-01 | St. Michael & All Angels, Issaquah, 325 SE Darst St, Issaquah, 98027
November 1
Bishop LaBelle’s Visitation to St. Michael & All Angels, Issaquah
