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SUNDAY OFFERINGS
Sunday, December 18, 2022:
The Fourth Sunday of Advent
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8 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
in person in Thomsen Chapel
9 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
in person in the cathedral nave
10 a.m. • Godly Play
in the St. Nicholas Bldg, 2nd floor
11 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
7 p.m. • Comfort & Peace at Christmas: A Service of Healing for Aching Hearts
in person in Thomsen Chapel
9:30 p.m. • Compline
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Cover show views of the Pageant of the Nativity, 2015–2021, photographed by Kevin Johnson.
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NEW THIS WEEK
Masks now recommended but not required inside the cathedral
New details about this Sunday's special service
Updated description of this season's theme, "Hope in Hard Times"
Save the date! January 16, 2023
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Find the 2022 Advent/Christmas Schedule of liturgies and other events here.
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Comfort and Peace at Christmas: A Service of Healing for Aching Hearts
THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18, 7 P.M., Thomsen Chapel (in lieu of the Sunday evening Contemplative Eucharist)
Although the Christmas season is claimed by our culture as festive and happy, for many people it is a painful time of year. Memories of loved ones who have passed away or other losses can stir up grief and exacerbate loneliness. For those who are grappling with the loss of health or happier times, the expectation of jolliness can feel oppressive. And for others, preparation for Christmas stirs up a general sadness that is hard to pin down.
Saint Mark’s has a long-standing tradition of holding a “Blue Christmas” service to create space for quiet and peace for those who experience Christmas as difficult or painful. This year, a service of healing for aching hearts entitled “Comfort and Peace at Christmas” will be held Sunday, December 18 at 7 p.m. in Thomsen Chapel. We will acknowledge the grief, sadness, and other uncomfortable feelings of the Christmas season and offer them to the One who loves us and helps us to bear our burdens. All will be invited to name those for whom we desire God’s care and grace. In addition, participants can light a candle as a sign of turning toward God’s love, and receive individual prayers for healing, with anointing and laying on of hands, for themselves or on behalf of another.
All are welcome at this service, wherever you are on your spiritual journey or whatever concerns you bring.
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Radix Project 9: Hope in Hard Times
OPENING PLENARY: SUNDAY, JANUARY 8, 2023, 7–8 P.M., online via Zoom only
SMALL GROUPS MEET: ONCE A WEEK STARTING THE WEEK OF JANUARY 8, THROUGH FEBRUARY 19. Groups will meet online via Zoom OR in person. Register for a small group here.
The Radix Project is an opportunity to gather in small groups, share their stories, reflect on Holy Scripture and sacred art, and pray for one another with intention. This January, the theme for Radix 9 is Hope in Hard Times.
As Christians, we are called to be people of hope, but what does that mean? In the face of so many challenges—globally, ecologically, economically, socially, and individually—it can be difficult to avoid falling prey to cynicism or even despair. Our scriptures are replete with words of encouragement that do not deny the struggles and suffering of life while also offering a buoyant resilience that is nourished by expectant hope—not that God will swoop in and sweep it all away, but that God is stirring in this world with us, and has endowed us with gifts that sustain us until we are primed to see (really see!) the brilliant inbreaking of the holy and healing presence of God’s hope in us, for us, and for all creation. We discover this beautiful truth in community, and Radix groups are designed to help us consider what that looks like. All are welcome and encouraged to participate in a Radix small group.
The Plenary Presentation with Dean Thomason and the Radix Project team will be Sunday, January 8, 7 p.m., via Zoom only (all are welcome, whether in a small group or not). Join the plenary using this Zoom link. Groups will meet weekly for six weeks beginning the week of January 8. When you register, you can choose a group that will meet on Zoom or in person. Deadline to register for a small group: Wednesday, January 4. Learn more about Radix groups and see video and materials from previous iterations here. Questions? Email radix@saintmarks.org
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Christmas Memorials & Thanksgivings: Deadline This Sunday
Help underwrite the beautiful flowers and special music of the season by making a special contribution in honor or memory of someone. Please fill out the form here or use the paper form inserted in your bulletin on Sunday. Then you can make your gift online at saintmarks.org/give, or donate by check in the offering plate, to the cathedral office, or by mail (instructions may be found on the form.) Contributions received by this Sunday, December 18 will be acknowledged in the bulletins on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Contact Erik Donner with questions: edonner@saintmarks.org
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SAVE THE DATE
Saint Mark's at Seattle's MLK Jr. March on January 16
MONDAY, JANUARY 16
We shall overcome! Join Saint Mark’s parishioners at the 2023 Martin Luther King Jr March in Seattle on Monday, January 16, 2023. This year will mark the 40th year of the event honoring Dr. King's legacy. Stay tuned for more information about time and place soon. Contact Eliacín at erosario@saintmarks.org if you are interested in this event.
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TUESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 7 P.M., in the cathedral nave and livestreamed
Saint Mark's Pageant of the Nativity is a Christmas pageant like no other. In 2015, the leadership of Saint Mark's Cathedral formulated a vision for an offering that centered Holy Scripture, took full advantage of the inspiring space of the cathedral nave, could be enjoyed by children and adults of every generation, and challenged the choristers of the cathedral to new heights of musical excellence. This year's pageant will feature a spectacular brass ensemble. Video of the pageants of years past can be seen here. Don't miss this prayerful and inspirational meditation on Christ's coming into our world—join in person in the cathedral nave, or via livestream.
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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 22, 7-9 P.M.
A tradition since 1949, the houses on this section of NE Park Road in Ravenna transform into Candy Cane Lane, a display of lights and decorations representing traditions and themes from around the world. The 20s/30s Group will meet first at the home of Penny and Rob Reid (6114 21st Ave NE) from 7–8 p.m. for hot chocolate and cookies, and then walk together to Candy Cane Lane, just a under a mile away.
Please note: Penny and Rob live less than a mile from the Roosevelt light rail station. Also, plan to dress warm—the forecast is for chilly temps ahead!
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New Year's Eve Labyrinth Walk and Midnight Eucharist
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 6 P.M. to 12 P.M., cathedral nave
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 the cathedral nave to pause, look inward, and experience a large indoor labyrinth laid out in the nave. Invitations to other contemplative practices will be offered, and musical accompaniment is provided by guest musicians throughout the evening. More details, including musician line-up and COVID precautions, will be announced here when available. All are welcome.
At the stroke of midnight, a special, intimate service of Holy Eucharist is offered in the center of the labyrinth, observing the Feast of the Holy Name of Jesus—a beautiful way to begin 2023. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty will preside.
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 6, 6–8 P.M., Bloedel Hall, cathedral nave, and outdoors
Vegetarian chili, toppings, cornbread will be served from 6–6:45 p.m., then a simple and lovely Eucharistic liturgy will be offered in the nave, concluding with a procession with the Advent Wreath to the outdoor bonfire. Bring Christmas greens from your own home to burn as well.
Cocoa and cookies will be served outside. Please RSVP or volunteer to help by emailing Canon Barrie: wbarrie@saintmarks.org
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 8, 12:30–2 P.M., Room 210 and online via Zoom
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SUNDAY, JANUARY 8, 5:30–7 P.M., Leffler House
How does our anticipation for the birth of Christ reflect the seismic significance of the incarnation? In this two-part series, we’ll explore the Advent and Christmas season in the context of the apocalypse and how this may change our preparation with Rev. Linzi Stahlecker and Fraser Reach. We'll end in time for the option to attend the Contemplative Eucharist together. You are welcome to attend the second session even if you missed session 1 last week. Questions? Email emcmeeks@gmail.com
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Masks Now Recommended (Not Required) in the Cathedral Buildings
On Wednesday, Dean Thomason sent a message to the community about the high and increasing infection rates of COVID-19, influenza, and RSV in King County at this time. In response to the official advice from King County Public Health, wearing masks is now recommended but not required inside the cathedral buildings. In addition, the Dean reminds everyone to stay home if you feel ill, get your flu vaccine and COVID booster, and consider masking while at public events including holiday parties. Please read the Dean's full announcement regarding the current situation here.
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Forum Videos Now Available
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Creation Care Ministry Updates
The monthly Creation Care Ministry meeting on December 20 has been cancelled. Our next monthly meeting will be on January 17. In the meantime, be sure to attend the next Climate Conversation on Tuesday, January 3 via Zoom, when the topic of discussion will be Advocacy for Systemic Change. (Register here to join this Zoom gathering.)
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Saint Mark's Needs Your Holly and Greens!
The Saint Mark’s Flower Ministry is looking for holly branches and evergreen boughs to use in the many arrangements that fill the cathedral for our Christmas celebrations. Do you have any you could harvest and donate? If so, please fill out this form. We are only looking for five people to bring their donations, so if the sign up form indicates we already have five people donating, then we have enough. We ask that you deliver as many fresh branches as you can to the Flower Room (off the northwest stairwell) on Wednesday or Thursday, December 21 or 22. Thank you! Questions? Email: flowers@saintmarks.org
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Ministry Leaders: Please Submit Your 2022 Annual Ministry Report
Ministry leaders, you should have either recently received, or are about to receive, an email soliciting your ministry's written report of its activities in 2022, to be published in the cathedral's Annual Report. You are also invited at this time to revise and update the description of your ministry used on the cathedral's website and publicity. This year, submissions will be accepted via web form, rather than emailed directly. (A link to the form will be found in the email.) The deadline for submissions will be January 6. Thank you for your contribution to telling the story of all the exciting work happening in the place. Contact Greg Bloch with questions: gbloch@saintmarks.org
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Organ By Night This Sunday
THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18, 10 P.M. (following Compline)
Canon Kleinschmidt will offer this month's Organ by Night music following Compline this Sunday, December 18. Along with music based on the beloved Advent hymn, "O come, O come, Emmanuel," his program will include the virtuosic Variations on a Noel by Marcel Dupre. On every third Sunday of the month, organists offer 20 minutes of music on the mighty Flentrop organ, and encourage listeners to join them in the gallery to see and hear the organ and organist up close. They are also happy to answer questions about the music and the organ itself.
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Cathedral Yoga Cancelled December 19
Please note that there will be no Cathedral Yoga gathering on Monday, December 19, due to the dress rehearsal for the Pageant. The sound bath following the class is also cancelled. There will be a Cathedral Yoga gathering on Boxing Day, December 26, but it will be a second Conscious Connect Breathwork class with Andrew Ragan in lieu of a normal yoga class. There will then be a yoga offering as usual on January 2 led by Luna Miller, with an Organ Meditation beforehand at 6 p.m.
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Gift Suggestions from Canon Barrie
Canon for Intergenerational Ministries Wendy Claire Barrie has created a list of gift recommendations for everyone on your list: Gifts of Joy and Wonder 2022. The list emphasizes books—from picture books to meditation aids to theological essays—and every book mentioned was published in 2022. The list also includes toys, subscription services, and more. Explore all her selections here, and contact Canon Barrie with questions: wbarrie@saintmarks.org
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Opportunity for Baptisms on The Feast of the Baptism of Our Lord
Sunday, January 8 is the Feast of the Baptism of Christ, an especially appropriate day for baptism for people of all ages. The baptism form may be downloaded here. Return it by email to Wendy Claire Barrie, Canon for Intergenerational Ministries, who is also happy to answer any questions you may have. (A baptism class and rehearsal for parents, godparents, adult baptismal candidates and sponsors will be held the morning of Saturday, January 7.)
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Join the Pageant Moving Crew!
The load-in crew for the Pageant of the Nativity needs your brawn this Sunday, December 18, immediately following the 11 a.m. service. "Samson's Moving Crew" and "Joseph's Carpenters" descend to the crypt to bring up all the staging/risers/props for the Pageant. A blitz build ensues, and many hands make light work! If you are interested in assisting behind the scenes in this way, please contact Rebekah Gilmore at rgilmore@saintmarks.org
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Changes to Weekday Morning Liturgical Offerings
Two changes to Saint Mark's weekday liturgies will take effect at the end of this month. The Wednesday 8:30 a.m. service of Morning Prayer will be discontinued as of January 2023. In addition, in 2023 the 7 a.m. Thursday service will be offered in person in Thomsen chapel when there is fifth Thursday of the month. The new schedule will be: in-person service of Holy Eucharist at 7 a.m. on the first, third, and fifth Thursdays of each month, and an online-only prayer service via Zoom on the second and fourth Thursdays only.
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Saint Mark's Medical Equipment Lending Library
Medical equipment is available for check-out from Saint Mark’s Medical Equipment Closet. We have canes, crutches, shower chair, shower stool, walkers (two and four wheel models), wheelchairs, and more. We welcome clean donations in good working order. For check-out or donation information. please contact Nancy Cleminshaw: ncleminshaw@comcast.net
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20s/30s TGIF Coffee Break
FRIDAY, JANUARY 13, 2023, 7:30 A.M., at Saint Bread, 1421 NE Boat Street, Seattle
Start the day with fellowship and reflection at Saint Bread, a bakery and community space on the Portage Bay waterfront near UW in Seattle. Dress warm—we'll sit outside on a heated patio. Questions? Email emcmeeks@gmail.com
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Pilgrimage to the Holy Land during Lent 2023
MARCH 3–13, 2023
UPDATE: This offering was previously at capacity, but a few folks have had to withdraw due to health issues or work obligations, which means a few spots have now opened!
Walking in the footsteps of our spiritual ancestors—matriarchs and patriarchs, prophets, apostles, and martyrs brings the scriptures to life in profound ways. Walking in the footsteps of Jesus is a transformative experience that affords conversion of life. Join Dean Thomason and the Rev. Katherine Sedwick on this Lenten pilgrimage. We will stay seaside in Galilee, then in Bethlehem and within the walls of the Old City of Jerusalem. The shape of this 11-day trip is contemplative and communal, drawing on the ancient wisdom of generations of Christians who have held the rhythms of worship, prayer, and life in community in this Holy Land. Those who make the trip will have a keen sense of taking their place in the long lineage of pilgrims who have traveled to the same holy sites for two thousand years. The spirits of these faithful forebears will buoy our spirits as we make our way. A brochure can be found at saintmarks.org/pilgrimage2023 or contact Dean Thomason for more info: sthomason@saintmarks.org
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FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
Holiday Native Art Market at the Duwamish Longhouse
THIS WEEKEND! FRIDAY & SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16 & 17, 10 A.M to 7 P.M., at the Duwamish Longhouse: 4705 W Marginal Way SW, Seattle
If you missed the Native Art Market at the Duwamish Longhouse in November, you have another chance coming up this month to purchase gifts directly from native artists and vendors. Traditional native food will be available for purchase as well. Please plan to park in the 3 lots north of the Longhouse or at Seattle Public Utilities across the street (There will be no parking in main lot.) Questions: info@duwamishtribe.org
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Ways to Connect Virtually
Recently the vestry has been discussing ways to engage in ministry at Saint Mark’s even when you can’t make it to campus. Click here to learn more.
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Regular twice-monthly Godly Play gatherings for kids age 3 and up are now offered on the first and third Sunday of the month at 10:10 a.m. Meet in the classroom of the St. Nicholas Building, 2nd floor. The next Godly Play gathering will be this Sunday, December 18 sharing The Story of Advent.
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Please note that Centering Prayer will be cancelled on Tuesday, December 20, due the the Pageant of the Nativity.
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Canon Barrie recently sent out a new issue of the Intergenerational Offerings Newsletter, containing a compendium of Advent and Christmas links and recommendations for everyone, as well as announcements for upcoming offerings in January and beyond. Check out the new issue here.
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The Creation Care Ministry recently sent out a new issue of the Creation Care Newsletter, containing a reflection from Prof. Doug Thorpe, reports, updates, recommendations, photos, and more. Check out the new issue here, and sign up to receive future issues here (or use the "update profile" link at the bottom of this email)
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A new issue of the 20s/30s Newsletter was sent out to the "young adult" email recently, including upcoming events, reflections, recommendations, and an introduction to new staff member Luke Abdow. Check it out here, and sign up to receive future issues here (or use the "update profile" link at the bottom of this email)
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FUNERALS
A funeral for Hyde Tennis will be offered
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2 P.M., in the cathedral nave
A funeral for Therese Day will be offered
SATURDAY, JANUARY 28, 10 A.M., in the cathedral nave
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Sunday, December 18, 2022:
The Fourth Sunday of Advent
Download the service leaflets in advance here.
Join the 11 a.m. service via livestream here.
Read the Scriptures appointed for this Sunday here.
Scripture:
Isaiah 7:10–16
Psalm 80:1–7, 16–18
Romans 1:1–7
Matthew 1:18–25
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8 A.M. • HOLY EUCHARIST
Thomsen Chapel; in-person only
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Presider & Preacher: The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker
Hymns:
O come, O come, Emmanuel [Hymn #56]
Come, thou long expected Jesus [Hymn #66]
Organ:
Johann Pachelbel, Nun komm der Heiden Heiland
Jack Oades, Rorate Caeli desuper
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9 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in-person only
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Presider: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Preacher: The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker
Hymns:
The Angel Gabriel from heaven came [Hymn 265#]
O come, O come, Emmanuel [Hymn #56]
Choir:
Geonyong Lee, Come now, O Prince of Peace
French Carol, arr. Michael Kleinschmidt, People, Look East
Organ:
Marcel Dupré, Two mvts from Fifteen Pieces, Op. 18
Jack Oades Rorate Caeli desuper
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11 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in-person & livestreamed
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Presider: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Preacher: The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker
Hymns:
O come, O come, Emmanuel [Hymn #56]
The Angel Gabriel from heaven came [Hymn 265#]
Come, thou long expected Jesus [Hymn #66]
Hark! the glad sound [Hymn #72]
Choir:
Otto Goldschmidt, A tender shoot
Benjamin Britten, A Hymn to the Virgin
Organ:
Marcel Dupré, Two mvts from Fifteen Pieces, Op. 18
Jack Oades Rorate Caeli desuper
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7 P.M. • COMFORT AND PEACE AT CHRISTMAS: A SERVICE OF HEALING FOR ACHING HEARTS
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Officiant: The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker
Preacher: The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty
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Highlights:
arr. Tyler Morse, Lo, how a Rose e’er blooming
Richard Proulx, Nunc dimittis
Anon., from Codex Speciálník, Pulcherrima rosa
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THE FIRST* SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH, immediately following the 11 a.m. service. Meet in the back of the nave.
*NOTE: The January newcomers' coffee will be offered on January 8 rather than January 1.
On the first* Sunday of each month, a special coffee hour is offered especially for newcomers, guests, or anyone who has questions about the cathedral community and liturgies. Gather in the back of the nave immediately following the 11 a.m. Sunday service. Email newcomers@saintmarks.org if you cannot attend in person, or with any other questions. Please spread the word to anyone you know who may be interested!
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EVERY SUNDAY, DURING THE 9 A.M. SERVICE
Children's Chapel has returned in its familiar form during the 9 a.m. Sunday service. All children are invited to join the Gospel procession and gather around the Deacon as the Gospel is proclaimed. Then children pre-school through 2nd grade will process to Thomsen Chapel for storytelling, singing, and prayer. Parents are welcome to join their children. They return to their families in the nave at the Peace. If you have any questions or would like to help out, please contact Canon Wendy Claire Barrie at: wbarrie@saintmarks.org
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Each week, those for whom the community has been asked to pray are published each Friday afternoon in the Cathedral Prayer List, found as a PDF at saintmarks.org/prayer
On that same page, find information about joining the cathedral's Prayer Chain, to receive emails about individual prayer requests as they are submitted.
The prayer list is now also available in printed form in the back of the nave.
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Weekday Prayer Services
Daily Evening Prayer meets in person at 6 p.m. in Thomsen Chapel on Wednesday only, and is offered online via zoom at 6 p.m. on Monday–Tuesday and Thursday–Friday.
Morning Prayer is offered on Wednesday mornings at 8:30 a.m., via Zoom. This offering will be discontinued as of January 2023.
Thursday Morning: At 7 a.m. on on the first, third, and fifth Thursdays of the month only, a service of Holy Eucharist is offered in person in Thomsen Chapel. On the second and fourth Thursdays of the month, an online-only prayer service is offered via Zoom at 7 a.m. instead.
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Saint Mark’s Cathedral acknowledges that we gather on the traditional land of the first people of Seattle, the Duwamish People, who are still here, and we honor with gratitude the land itself and the life all the Coast Salish tribes. [Learn more]
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Saint Mark's Episcopal Cathedral
206.323.0300
info@saintmarks.org
www.saintmarks.org
Pastoral Care Emergency Line: 206.323.0300 x100
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