A Christmas Pageant like no other, bringing together the choirs and children of the community with costumes of cathedral finery, visual art displayed within cathedral architecture, and special instrumental accompaniment to reflect upon the Nativity of Christ as told in Holy Scripture.
Sung prayers for the close of the day, offered every Sunday at 9:30 pm in person and via live-stream.
The Seattle Choral Company presents their annual Cathedral Christmas program featuring works by English composers Ralph Vaughan Williams, Cecilia McDowall, and Sir John Rutter, offering a rich celebration of music, embracing the joy and wonder of the season.
By the Grace of God and the People Consenting, The Rt. Rev. Philip N. LaBelle, Ninth Bishop Diocesan of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia, will ordain Adam Conley, Karla Koon, Lynne Markova, Kelly Moody, McKenzi Roberson, Lia Shimada, and James Wyatt to the Order of Deacons.
Monthly Saturday morning work parties on the Greenbelt organized by Green Seattle Partnership.
Join Saint Mark's for "O" Antiphons Liturgy on the first Sunday of Advent.
Please join Saint Mark's, in the cathedral nave and livestreamed, at 10:00 am on Thanksgiving Day for a service of Holy Eucharist, with prayers of gratitude for the abundance of the harvest and all the blessings of this life.
Join Saint Mark's Cathedral for the Alternative Gift Market where Christmas gifts from local organizations that we're supporting will be available for purchase.
Come sing all 720 hymns and support Saint Mark's Evensong Choir in their efforts to raise $35,000 in scholarship funds for their Pilgrimage to England next August.
In this Cathedral Commons forum, Dean Thomason, Canon Kleinschmidt, and Dr. Anderson will explore with participants the theological underpinnings of the "O" Antiphons tradition at Saint Mark’s, the centuries-old liturgies that it taps into, and the origins and history of this special service.
The Tudor Choir, directed by Doug Fullington, and Saint Mark’s Women’s Compline Choir, directed by Rebekah Gilmore, will sing arrangements of Shaker hymns by Kevin Siegfried spanning the last 250 years in a celebration of their music, and their continuing peaceful, artistic, and all-welcoming movement.
In this half-day workshop, we will explore lament as a healing, justice-oriented practice that will help us find our way to the fullness of resurrection hope.
Join local religious leaders and fellow citizens who will gather in Seattle’s Saint Mark’s Cathedral at this important juncture of our nation’s history for a brief non-partisan interfaith service of hope.
Soprano Laura Loge and Saint Mark’s Associate Organist John Stuntebeck will bring Scandinavian church music to Thomsen Chapel exploring ancient Norwegian stevtoner, Danish organ works, Swedish church arias, folk song and hymns, and settings of religious texts up to the present.
Whether you're a newcomer or veteran to the Godly Play methodology, you are invited to a day of workshops, idea-sharing, and fun!
At this free Community Reuse & Recycling event offered in collaboration with Recology and the City of Seattle, all Seattle residents are invited to drop off hard-to-recycle items that can't go in your home recycle carts or dumpsters at Saint Mark’s Cathedral.
How can clergy talk with congregants and colleagues about this topic of increasing importance for people of faith and for Americans in particular? In today’s increasingly polarized atmosphere, how can clergy preserve precious relationships with Jewish colleagues?
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On Saturday, September 7, celebrate with godparents, parents, sponsors, and those who are remembering their baptisms in a variety of creative and reflective activities at Saint Mark's Cathedral!
Choral Evensong with gift presentation and reception in celebration of The Most Rev. Melissa Skelton's ministry as Bishop Provisional of the Diocese of Olympia.
The St. Mark's Cathedral High School Choir Camp welcomes all youth, regardless of church affiliation, who are interested in singing beautiful music with their peers in the striking cathedral setting, while growing as musicians and people of God.
The St. Mark's Cathedral Choir Camp welcomes all children, regardless of church affiliation, who are
interested in singing beautiful music in the striking cathedral setting, and making friends
while growing as musicians and children of God.
From Monday, July 8 through Sunday, August 18, Saint Mark's Cathedral will be open at special times for quiet contemplation, self-guided and docent-led tours, live music recitals, art experiences, and special events.
Fr. Fadi Diab, an Anglican priest at St. Andrew’s Parish in Ramallah, Palestine, will join us once again on Sunday morning via Zoom to share a report of life in the West Bank in these extremely difficult times.
Join the Circles of Color for a special liturgy and BBQ potluck as we celebrate freedom, history, and the gifts of our Black/African American community!
Celebrate the Summer Solstice on the cathedral labyrinth.
By the Grace of God and the people consenting, The Most Rev. Melissa M. Skelton, Bishop Provisional of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia, will ordain Phillip Lienau, Theresa Newell, Lisa Ozaeta, Martin Pommerenke, Myra Ryneheart Corcorran, and Robert Stevens to the Order of Priests.
Come hear words of encouragement from the modern mystic Evelyn Underhill, offered by Robyn Wrigely-Carr, editor of Evelyn Underhill’s Prayer Book (2018).
Join Saint Mark's Vestry leadership and Affordable Housing Committee to learn more about the project plans to redevelop the St. Nicholas School site on the Cathedral Campus.
Join in a conversation on how to get government funding for your faith community’s solar and electrification initiatives.
Join for a morning of exploring nature and learning about birds on the campus of Saint Mark’s.
Learn more about Seattle’s unique civil rights history and racial segregation and consider how church communities have responsibility to honestly face the historical practices of redlining and restrictive covenants and respond in just ways in our time.
Join us for an interfaith prayer service in the style of Taizé with the people of Saint Mark's Cathedral and Clear Mountain Monastery Buddhist Community on Tuesday, May 21 at 7pm, in person or on livestream.
Join us in-person or via Zoom for a deep dive into the how's and why's of intergenerational ministry from three experts in this field of thought.
Author of Sober Spirituality, spiritual director and life coach, the Rev. Erin Jean Warde will guide this half day retreat exploring spiritual healing in mind, body, and soul.
Cathedral Day is a “family reunion” for Episcopalians from across western Washington. It’s a time for connecting across congregations and experiencing all your cathedral has to offer. This year’s Cathedral Day celebrates the idea of pilgrimage, with Saint Mark’s serving as your sacred destination.
Join for a conversation to explore what it means to practice Evangelism as Episcopalians with Bishop Melissa Skelton and other young adults.
Join Saint Mark's Cathedral, online or in person, for Candlelit Prayer with music from Taizé on the Feast of St. Joseph.
The Seattle Choral Company’s mid-season concert features Morten Lauridsen's luminous Lux Aeterna (Eternal Light) and sacred works by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Franz Schubert that both exhibit youthful energy and early genius.
Join in for an exploration of Anglo-Catholicism with The Rev. Canon Linzi Stahlecker to explore theological themes with a focus on the sacraments, the importance of beauty, and a legacy of social justice.
Celebrate the centenary year of Peter R. Hallock’s birth by hearing the Byrd Ensemble, The Compline Choir, and countertenor José Luis Muñoz perform on February 24 & 25.
A hopeful presentation about the global movement to decarbonize the building industry, from Andrew Himes, Director of Collective Impact for the Carbon Leadership Forum (CLF) at the University of Washington.
Join in for discussion with 20s30s and Dean Steve Thomason on the relationship between money and Christian life with young adults. This conversation will be facilitated.
You're invited to the Concert for the Human Family: an inspiring collaboration between award-winning musicians and church leaders who believe in the power of music and storytelling to foster Beloved Community.
Calling all Sacred Ground alumni and participants: grab some dinner, connect, and help us with Concert for the Human Family!
Taizé Prayer celebrating the life of Florence Li Tim-Oi, first woman ordained in the Anglican Communion, on the eve of her feast day.
Hear about the activities and outcomes of the United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) with The Rev. Dr. Lisa Graumlich.
Join a discussion with other 20s30s about the roots of Mysticism, Celtic Spirituality, and how the Mystics practiced a spirituality rooted in discovering the indwelling Divine in all creation with The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty.
Since 1999, Seattle’s most peaceful New Year’s tradition. A large indoor labyrinth is laid out in the nave, with musical accompaniment by guest musicians . Invitations to other contemplative practices will be offered throughout the evening., including activities especially appropriate for younger children will also be available. Drop by any time between 6 p.m. and midnight; stay for a few minutes or a few hours. Since December 31 falls on a Sunday this year, at 9:30 p.m. The Compline Choir
A service of Holy Eucharist for Christmas Day, with musical offerings by the Saint Mark's Singers.
A solemn liturgy of Holy Eucharist for Christmas Eve, featuring the Cathedral Choir with brass and percussion. A musical prelude and carol sing begins at 10:30, and the liturgy begins at 11 p.m. Incense will be used.
A Christmas Eve liturgy featuring musical offerings from the intergenerational Evensong Choir with brass and percussion. A musical prelude and carol sing begins at 7:10, and the liturgy begins at 7:30 p.m. Incense is NOT used at the 7:30 service this year.
A service particularly appropriate for families with young children. Music by the choristers of the Choir School. A musical prelude and carol sing begins at 3:45, the liturgy begins at 4 p.m.
A Christmas Pageant like no other, bringing together the choirs and children of the community with costumes of cathedral finery, visual art displayed within cathedral architecture, and special instrumental accompaniment to reflect upon the Nativity of Christ as told in Holy Scripture.
At this special Sunday forum Fr. Fadi Diab, Rector of St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Ramallah in the West Bank, will join Dean Steve from Ramallah over Zoom to discuss the current situation on the ground in Palestine, how the war is impacting our Christian siblings in the Holy Land, and how the prospect of peace can still be held in the face of such challenges.
The Seattle Choral Company presents its annual Cathedral Christmas concert event at Saint Mark’s Cathedral this year with choral masterworks from the Italian Baroque era.
By the grace of God and the people consenting, The Most Rev. Melissa Skelton, Bishop Provisional of Olympia, will ordain six new transitional deacons: Phillip Lienau, Theresa L. Newell, Lisa Bozarth Ozaeta, Martin William Pommerenke, III, Myra Ryneheart Corcorran, and Robert Gary Stevens, your prayers and presence are invited.
Womanist Biblical scholar The Rev. Wil Gafney, Ph.D. will lead a Saturday seminar on Womanist Midrash, exploring the complexity of scripture and importance of translation as she interprets the Hebrew Biblical tradition of women prophets and leaders.
Transgender Day of Remembrance Holy Eucharist & Vigil, November 20 at 8:00 pm, in person and live-streamed.
The compelling new documentary, The Philadelphia Eleven, which tells the story of the first women ordained priests in The Episcopal Church, will be screened at Saint Mark's Cathedral on Wednesday evening, November 15.
Join Saint Mark's Cathedral on Tuesday, November 14 at 7:00 pm in the cathedral nave or via livestream for a service of Candlelit Prayer with music from Taizé.
Join in for a conversation with young adults and Brian Sellers-Petersen on how food practices can reflect Christ in how we cultivate diversity and stewardship, support the land, and nourish mind, body and spirit.
Killian Noe, founder of the Recovery Café Network, explores ways to discover how we listen for call in our lives in this hybrid (in person and Zoom) Wednesday evening forum.
Join in for a conversation about the significance of the saints in the Episcopal tradition and how our relationship with the saints fosters gratitude with The Rev. Danae Ashley.
Learn about composting basics at home and how to use compost in your home garden from the City of Seattle and Nurturing Roots Farm.
Come learn more about what dementia is, its impact on people living with the disease and their caregivers, and ways to provide support along the journey.
Shane Connolly, a world-class floral artist and international leader in sustainable and organic design practices, will headline a lecture, design demonstration, and book signing event at Saint Mark’s Cathedral on September 29, 2023, his only West Coast appearance this year.
Join Saint Mark's Cathedral in Seattle for this offering from the Wisdom School exploring the spirituality of place, pilgrimage and finding home, with spiritual practices that serve as maps for the journey.
Join in for a conversation with other young adults about the power of connection when our faith is brought outside the church walls and onto the streets.
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.
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
Join an Education for Ministry class at St. Mark's Cathedral, Seattle.
The rector of St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church in Ramallah, Palestine, and his family will speak at St. Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle, on July 16.
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.
Join the people of Saint Mark’s Cathedral to celebrate the life of new Episcopal saint Pauli Murray.
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.
The Black/African American Circle invites you to a special Juneteenth liturgy and potluck BBQ at Saint Mark's Cathedral!
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.
The Rev. Canon Carla Robinson will lead a discussion of Dr. Christena Cleveland's book God is a Black Woman, in preparation for Dr. Cleveland's upcoming visit in June.
Join Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle's Mideast Focus Ministry as Miko Peled and Maya Garner report on the complex and fast-moving events in Israel Palestine.
Join us for Candlelight Prayer with music from Taizé on Tuesday, May 9 at 7pm!
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.
Together, we will examine how the separation of the mind and spirituality from the body keeps us from wholeness, and we will explore practices that help repair this fragmentation.
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.
A beloved Seattle institution since 1956, the all-male Compline Choir sings the last monastic office of the day every Sunday at 9:30 p.m. The service is broadcast live each week on KING 98.1 FM, or streaming at king.org. The service is livestreamed on the cathedral’s livestream page (https://saintmarks.org/worship/live-stream/), or on complinechoir.org, or on Facebook: facebook.com/SaintMarksSeattle or facebook.com/complinechoir or on YouTube: youtube.com/c/SaintMarksEpiscopalCathedralSeattle Video of recent services may be seen on the Compline page.
This evening Eucharist offers periods of silence for reflection, simple meditative music, and lots of candlelight. Anointing and healing blessings are offered after the service.
Music by the Cathedral Choir with organ, brass, percussion, and handbells The 11 a.m. service is in person in the cathedral nave AND livestreamed, and incense will be used. Service is followed by an Easter Egg Hunt on the front lawn.
Music by the Cathedral Choir with organ, brass, percussion, and handbells The 8:30 a.m. service is in person in the cathedral nave, not livestreamed, without incense. Service is followed by an Easter Egg Hunt on the front lawn.
At 6:30 a.m. on Easter Sunday a very simple service of Holy Eucharist will be offered outdoors at the break of dawn, outdoors on the labyrinth in front of the cathedral. Please bring your own chair or blanket to sit on.
The most solemn night of the Christian year. Lighting of the New Fire and Paschal Candle; Exsultet; Baptisms, First Eucharist of Easter. Music by the Senior Choristers, Cathedral Schola and Cathedral Choir. Incense is used. In person in the cathedral nave and livestreamed.
A short but powerful liturgy is appointed for Holy Saturday in the 1979 Book of Common Prayer. In years past it was the practice at Saint Mark’s to offer it in the Chapel of the Resurrection, the space in the crypt where the cathedral columbarium is found. But since 2022 it has been offered in the cathedral nave… but in an unfamiliar position within the nave. This change of venue has prompted an expansion and enrichment of the liturgy, with
Recalling the suffering and death of Jesus Christ, the Good Friday liturgy is out-of-joint. On this day, no service of Eucharist is permitted. The Passion—complete story of Jesus’ trials, crucifixion, and entombment—is proclaimed. While on Palm/Passion Sunday the Passion narratives of Matthew, Mark, or Luke are read, depending on the year, on Good Friday it is invariably the Passion according to John. At the liturgy at noon, the Passion is read; at 7 p.m., it is chanted by members of
Recalling the suffering and death of Jesus Christ, the Good Friday liturgy is out-of-joint. On this day, no service of Eucharist is permitted. The Passion—complete story of Jesus’ trials, crucifixion, and entombment—is proclaimed. While on Palm/Passion Sunday the Passion narratives of Matthew, Mark, or Luke are read, depending on the year, on Good Friday it is invariably the Passion according to John. At the liturgy at noon, the Passion is read; at 7 p.m., it is chanted by members of
A communal walking of the Stations of the Cross for Good Friday, following the form found in The Book of Occasional Services, and using the cathedral’s beautiful Stations of the Cross Sculptures by Virginia Maksymowicz. This serves a prelude to the Good Friday liturgy at noon.
On this night we remember the Last Supper and Jesus’ final teachings to his friends. The word “Maundy” comes from the Latin mandatum, meaning “commandment,” referring to “The New Commandment,” that is, Jesus’ commandment to us to “love one another.” (The famous text Ubi caritas—”Where charity and love are, God is there”—has its origin in this liturgy.) This Gospel is followed by a Liturgy of Foot Washing, an enactment of Jesus’ gesture of humble service to his followers. At Saint
The Vigil at the Altar of Repose will happen this year, starting upon the conclusion of the Maundy Thursday liturgy (around 8:45 p.m.) until the following sunrise. This ancient practice is inspired by Jesus' question to his disciples in the Garden of Gethsemene, "Could you not stay awake with me one hour?" As in recent years, this vigil will be an online offering, with a live video available all night. In addition, this year there is also a possibility of
The liturgy of Tenebrae is, for many, a highlight of the liturgical year at Saint Mark’s, with its plainchant psalms and laments and a cappella meditations. The liturgy for Wednesday of Holy Week as we have it today was created by combining elements of three prayer offices, originally appointed for Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, containing unique elements that have inspired composers through the centuries. These elements include the chanting of portions of the Book of Lamentations, with its distinctive Hebrew
This service of Holy Eucharist is offered in the cathedral nave, but with the chairs and altar rearranged to emphasize to create a more intimate experience. To the familiar Eucharist liturgy, special prayers for healing (for yourself or others) are added. There will also be the option to participate in the ancient practice of anointing and laying on of hands by a priest.
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.
On the first weekday of Holy Week, experience a special version of the Contemplative Eucharist liturgy that is offered every Sunday at 7 p.m. in Thomsen Chapel. This is a liturgy of silence and stillness, following the familiar structure of the Holy Eucharist, but with generous time for reflection, meditation, and listening to the still small voice within. If you have never experienced the regular 7:00 pm Sunday service, you are especially encouraged to attend.
A beloved Seattle institution since 1956, the all-male Compline Choir sings the last monastic office of the day every Sunday at 9:30 p.m. The service is broadcast live each week on KING 98.1 FM, or streaming at king.org. The service is livestreamed on the cathedral’s livestream page (https://saintmarks.org/worship/live-stream/), or on complinechoir.org, or on Facebook: facebook.com/SaintMarksSeattle or facebook.com/complinechoir or on YouTube: youtube.com/c/SaintMarksEpiscopalCathedralSeattle Video of recent services may be seen on the Compline page (https://saintmarks.org/worship/compline/).
The ancient practice of singing evening prayers is a longstanding practice in many Christian traditions. In English cathedrals, this practice developed, through the centuries, into a special sung service, and today Choral Evensong is a treasure among Christian liturgies and a jewel of the Anglican choral tradition. The Saint Mark’s Evensong Choir, an intergenerational choir of children, teenagers, and adults, offers this beautiful service once a month. All are welcome.
We’ll walk the Stations with the cathedral community and then have a potluck lunch at Leffler with time for a bilingual reflection and conversation led by 20s/30s member Ross Pearson.
Liturgy of the Palms, Procession, Reading of the Passion, Holy Eucharist; in person in the cathedral nave and livestreamed.
Palm Sunday liturgy with sermon and hymns. Music is offered by Saint Mark’s Singers or children’s choirs. Children’s Chapel is offered during the 9:00 am. service. After the Gospel is proclaimed, children pre-school through 2nd grade are invited to Thomsen Chapel for Bible stories, singing, and prayer. Parents are welcome to join their children. They return at the Peace. Location: Cathedral Nave This service is not livestreamed.
Liturgy of the Palms, Passion Gospel, and Holy Eucharist; in person only in Thomsen Chapel.
The Early Music Youth Academy chamber orchestra, part of Seattle Historical Arts for Kids, joins forces with the teen choristers of the Saint Mark’s Cathedral Schola for a program of glorious Baroque choral-orchestral favorites. String students using period bows are joined by their colleague on Baroque bassoon and by guest artist coach Henry Lebedinsky, organ, guest artist Brian Shaw, trumpet, and director Shulamit Kleinerman, violin. The Cathedral Schola is the 20-voice advanced teen choral ensemble at Saint Mark’s Cathedral, directed
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!).
The Seattle Choral Company presents The Fruit of Silence: featuring John Rutter's Requiem at Saint Mark's Cathedral, Seattle.
Sallie Crotty is a writer, educator, and mental health advocate. Her mission is to help erase the stigma surrounding mental health. Author of the 2022 memoir Out of the Ashes: A Story of Recovery and Hope, Sallie will talk about the essential role that her faith plays in her healing from and living with mental illness. She’ll also share insights from other writers. Sallie and her husband moved from Texas to Seattle in 2019 and joined Saint Mark’s in 2020.
A beloved Seattle institution since 1956, the all-male Compline Choir sings the last monastic office of the day every Sunday at 9:30 p.m. The service is broadcast live each week on KING 98.1 FM, or streaming at king.org. The service is livestreamed on the cathedral’s livestream page (https://saintmarks.org/worship/live-stream/), or on complinechoir.org, or on Facebook: facebook.com/SaintMarksSeattle or facebook.com/complinechoir or on YouTube: youtube.com/c/SaintMarksEpiscopalCathedralSeattle Video of recent services may be seen on the Compline page (https://saintmarks.org/worship/compline/). NOTE: Compline on March 19 will feature
Nothing is more human than our sexuality. The world can send many signals about the body, sex and sexuality that can be confusing or toxic. In this conversation with Dean Steve Thomason, we’ll discuss a theology of sexuality and how it can deeply resonate with the divine mystery and the gift of desire that flows from it. We’ll consider how an understanding of sexuality does not have to be distorted and can be life-giving as we lean into our inherent
Baroque violinist Tekla Cunningham will perform the Mystery Sonatas by Heinrich Ignaz von Biber (1644-1704), joined by Henry Lebedinsky on organ and harpsichord, and David Morris on viola da gamba and lirone.
Join renowned leader Brian McLaren for a dynamic interactive event exploring the future of Christian faith in the 21st century.
Canon Kleinschmidt will lead a two-part exploration of the wonderful world of hymns on Wednesday evenings, March 8 and 15. Focusing on the hymns we will sing this Lent and Holy Week, the discussion will attempt to answer questions such as: Why do some hymns touch our hearts more than others? What ingredients of word and melody do our most enduring hymns share? How may I participate in singing a hymn in church, even when I am unfamiliar with the
Join Saint Mark's Cathedral on Tuesday, March 14, at 7:00 pm for Candlelit Prayer with music from Taizé.
Choir of the Sound (A Saint Mark’s Cathedral Artist-in-residence choir) and Thalia Symphony present Karl Jenkins’ powerful The Armed Man: A Mass for Peace. Using the structure of the Latin mass, various secular and other religious texts, and the ancient tune “L’homme armé,” Jenkins confronts the horrors of war before demanding a recommitment to peace. Tickets $27 at the door; advance tickets at: choirofthesound.org/shows —discounts for seniors and youth. Questions and box office help is available at info@choirofthesound.org or 206.528.9990.
Lenten Quiet Morning at Saint Mark's Cathedral.
Canon Kleinschmidt will lead a two-part exploration of the wonderful world of hymns on Wednesday evenings, March 8 and 15. Focusing on the hymns we will sing this Lent and Holy Week, the discussion will attempt to answer questions such as: Why do some hymns touch our hearts more than others? What ingredients of word and melody do our most enduring hymns share? How may I participate in singing a hymn in church, even when I am unfamiliar with the
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.
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.
Children, youth, and adults will explore embodied spiritual practices through facilitated experiences and self-guided activities, with options for all ages and abilities.
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.
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.
A community gathering of festivity and reflection to bid farewell to Christmastide, starting with a chili supper followed by a brief liturgy and outdoor bonfire of the Christmas greens.
A service of choral Evensong will be offered on the afternoon of January 1, with the intergenerational Evensong Choir. Incense will be used. Join in person in the cathedral nave, or via livestream at Saint Mark's Facebook or YouTube, or at saintmarks.org/livestream
Since 1999, Seattle's most peaceful New Year's tradition. As the old year passes and a new one begins, take time in the quiet, candle-lit space of Saint Mark's Cathedral on Capitol Hill to pause, look inward, and experience the labyrinth, accompanied by contemplative music by guest musicians. All are welcome. Stay for a few minutes, an hour, or all evening. A free-will donation will be collected. At midnight, A service of Holy Eucharist will be offered at the center of
A special service of Compline on the evening of December 25th. Join in person in the cathedral nave, or via livestream at Saint Mark's Facebook or YouTube, or at saintmarks.org/livestream
A joyous celebration of the Nativity. Music by the Saint Mark's Singers. Please note: there is one morning service ONLY on Sunday, December 25, at 10 a.m. Join in person in the cathedral nave, or via livestream at Saint Mark's Facebook or YouTube, or at saintmarks.org/livestream
Musical prelude and carol sing at 10:30; liturgy begins at 11 p.m. Music by the Cathedral Choir. Sermon, Holy Eucharist, candlelit "Silent Night." Incense will be used. Join in person in the cathedral nave, or via livestream at Saint Mark's Facebook or YouTube, or at saintmarks.org/livestream
Musical prelude and carol sing at 7:10 p.m.; liturgy begins at 7:30. Music by the intergenerational Evensong Choir. Sermon, Holy Eucharist, candlelit "Silent Night." Incense will be used. Join in person in the cathedral nave, or via livestream at Saint Mark's Facebook or YouTube, or at saintmarks.org/livestream
A musical prelude and carol sing begins at 3:50. The liturgy begins at 4 p.m. A service particularly appropriate for families with young children. Music by the choristers of the Choir School. Join in person in the cathedral nave, or via livestream at Saint Mark's Facebook or YouTube, or at saintmarks.org/livestream
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.
For their 13th annual Cathedral Christmas family concert, the Seattle Choral Company presents the first Seattle performance of Margaret Bonds' unjustly neglected holiday masterpiece, The Ballad of the Brown King, written in collaboration with poet Langston Hughes.
Saint Mark's Cathedral invites one and all to offer their prayers and praises to God in a service of Choral Evensong on the Second Sunday of Advent. The Evensong Choir of skilled child, youth, and adult singers will offer sung prayers by the late 20th-century American composer, Gerre Hancock; settings of the Magnificat and Nunc dimittis by Herbert Sumsion; and a much-beloved anthem about the enduring comfort and power of the One True Light even during the longest nights of
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.
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.
