SUNDAY OFFERINGS
Sunday, April 16, 2023:
The Second Sunday of Easter
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8 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
in person in Thomsen Chapel
9 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
in person; meet on the front lawn
10 a.m. • Godly Play
in the St Nicholas Bldg, 2nd floor
11 a.m. • The Holy Eucharist
7 p.m. • Contemplative Eucharist
in person in Thomsen Chapel
9:30 p.m. • Compline
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NEW THIS WEEK
a 20s/30s excursion
a special hands-on Cathedral Commons forum
a special video message from Bishop Melissa Skelton
A 40-day meditation journey with The Rev. Dr. Hillary Raining
A forum with Rev. Stahlecker and Canon Rosario-Cruz
The Faith Club by Ranya Idliby, Suzanne Oliver, and Priscilla Warner
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20s/30s GROUP
Explore West Seattle Day
TOMORROW, SATURDAY, APRIL 15, meet at the cathedral at 9:30 a.m. to carpool
All 20s/30s are invited to join in this exploration of distant and exotic West Seattle. The group will visit the Duwamish Longhouse, eat lunch, and spend some time helping with cleanup along the West Duwamish Greenbelt by removing invasive plants in Pigeon Point Park. The day will end in the afternoon with a visit to St. John the Baptist Episcopal Church to walk their labyrinth. An updated itinerary can now be found here. Please register to participate by using this form.
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CATHEDRAL COMMONS
Flower Arranging as a Spiritual Practice
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall only. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family).
The members of the Flower Ministry create exceptional arrangements in the nave and chapel each week, taking the beauty in nature and transforming it, through human reason and skill, into striking displays—as a service to the community and as an offering of beauty back to the One who made it. Gather for this in-person only forum with members of the flower ministry and explore together questions such as: Why are flowers part of rituals and offerings in almost every religion in the world? What has the symbolism of flowers meant for Christians specifically? What is the role of the floral artist in showing off the natural beauty of plants and flowers to their best advantage? All are welcome.
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FROM THE DIOCESE OF OLYMPIA
Forum on Local Climate Action
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 19, 7–8:30 P.M., online via Zoom only
Interested in ways you can engage in local climate action at your parish or in your community? Join others from the diocese in discussing the climate pledge adopted at the 2022 Diocesan Convention, along with other important actions. John Kydd, Missioner for Climate Justice, will host. There will also be time to hear more about diocesan opportunities to connect and share resources, build community and collaborations, and support one another in this important work. Please register here to receive the Zoom link.
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A New Offering from The Rev. Hillary Raining, PhD—Enter the Cloud: A 40-Day Prayer/Meditation Practice
BEGINS FRIDAY APRIL 21, via Zoom
The Rev. Dr. Hillary Raining served as Saint Mark’s Theologian-in-Residence in 2022. She is convener of The Hive, a wonderfully creative center for wellness, spirituality and growth, with several online offerings. This Easter season, she is offering a new class which will engage in daily prayer and meditation, and you are invited to participate. Learn more about the offering. The work is virtual and self-timed, but if enough Saint Mark’s folks register, we will create live touchpoints locally here. Let one of the cathedral clergy know if you register so we can account for that.
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A Cathedral Day Invitation from Bishop Skelton
SATURDAY, APRIL 22, 10:30 A.M.–2 P.M., registration required for free lunch
Cathedral Day is a celebration of the community of the Diocese of Olympia—a "family reunion" for Episcopalians from across western Washington. Saint Mark's members are especially encouraged to attend, both to see the cathedral in a new light, and to help extend hospitality to visitors, many of whom will be visiting THEIR cathedral for the first time. Learn more and find the link to register here. Here is Bishop Melissa Skelton's video invitation to the event:
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CATHEDRAL COMMONS/THE WISDOM SCHOOL
Sacred Listening as a Transformational Practice
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 26, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall and online via Zoom. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family).
Facilitated by The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker & The Rev. Canon Eliacín Rosario-Cruz.
Sacred listening is more than the hearing of words and sounds. Sacred listening is an invitation into relationship and an honoring of the ways in which the Divine presence is felt and responded to in our lives as a source of transformation. In this forum, we will learn about—and practice—various ways to cultivate sacred listening, how to notice and recognize the resistances and avoidances that may hinder our transformation, and we will create spaces together that honor the sharing of our stories and the fostering of transformative relationships as a way to enhance and expand our relationship with God. A Zoom registration link will be posted here when it is available; no need to register for in-person participation.
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Mideast Focus Film Series Finale Event
THURSDAY, APRIL 27, 6 P.M. (reception) and 7 P.M. (screening), in person in Bloedel Hall OR online via Zoom.
The 2023 Mideast Focus Film Series concludes with another hybrid event, screening the documentary Boycott, which tells the story of three plaintiffs in Arizona, Texas, and Arkansas who refuse to sign "anti-Boycott pledges" required by their state governments. The screening will be preceded by a catered reception, and a discussion will follow the film. All are welcome! For more information or to request the link to participate online, send an email to: seattlemideastfocus@gmail.com
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SAINT MARK'S MUSIC SERIES
All Bach on the Flentrop Organ with Nathan Laube, organ
FRIDAY, MAY 5, 7:30 P.M., in the cathedral nave or via ticketed livestream. $25 General Admission; $20 Students & Seniors.
The 22/23 Season of the Saint Mark's Music Series concludes with the cathedral's annual tradition of the All-Bach concert. Nathan Laube is a leading performer and pedagogue who is beloved around the world. He is Associate Professor of Organ at the Eastman School of Music, as well as International Consultant in Organ Studies at the Royal Birmingham Conservatoire in the United Kingdom. Known for his brilliant playing, gracious demeanor, and creative programming, Mr. Laube has earned high praise from critics and peers alike. Saint Mark’s is delighted to welcome him for 2023’s annual all-Bach concert on the Mighty Flentrop. Get your tickets here.
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Behind the Seams: Ugly Clothes with 20s/30s member Clara Berg
SATURDAY, MAY 13, 2–3 P.M., MOHAI and White Swan Public House. Sign up required.
Hosted by 20s/30s—All are welcome
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder! The aesthetics of fashion are constantly changing and with it our perception of what looks good. We’ll join MOHAI Curator of Collections and 20s/30s member, Clara Berg, for an in-person, one-hour session to view the historic fashions in MOHAI’s collection which were once stylish but don’t translate well to our modern eyes. What do you think—is it fabulous or frightful? Some may choose to join early (12:30 p.m.) to visit the museum’s exhibit and/or join after (3:30 p.m.) for snacks and refreshments at White Swan Public House. Tickets are required for Behind the Seams admission. A limited number of discounted tickets from Saint Mark’s are available ($20). Sign up here. Questions? Email Betsy Heimburger: betsy.heimburger@gmail.com
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Saint Mark's Book Group Selection for May: The Faith Club
SUNDAY, MAY 21, in Cathedral House Room 210 or online via Zoom.
(Note that the May meeting has been moved to the third Sunday of the month, due to Mother's Day.)
Three women, a Muslim, a Jew, and a Christian begin a conversation. The genesis wasn’t a worn out joke but the earnest desire to write a children’s book to teach their own children tolerance in the wake of 9/11. They discovered they had a lot to learn themselves about differences and similarities of the Abrahamic faiths and about their own prejudices and, yes, even about their own faith. They began a series of conversations, each one keeping their own journal; The Faith Club (2006) by Ranya Idliby, Suzanne Oliver, and Priscilla Warner is the result of those meetings. The conversations were not always easy but they were always honest. It is likely that these conversations will make you discover more honestly what you believe.
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OPENING PLENARY: SUNDAY, APRIL 23, 7–8 P.M., online via Zoom only
This Eastertide, the theme for the tenth iteration of The Radix Project is Gratitude. The deadline to register for a small group has now passed, but all are welcome and encouraged to join the opening Plenary Presentation with Dean Thomason and the Radix Project team, whether or not you plan to participate in the small groups. Join using this Zoom link.
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The Efficacy of Prayer
SUNDAY, APRIL 30, 7:30 P.M., Leffler Living Room
Come join a 20s/30s discussion with The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker and Fraser Reach as we explore the efficacy of prayer. Afterwards, some may wish to go to Compline together.
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SATURDAY, MAY 6, 9:30 A.M.–3 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall and online via Zoom; registration required for either option.
Many of us have, unknowingly, been sold the story that our minds are superior to our bodies, and that our bodies are barriers to “pure” or “true” spirituality. Together, we will examine how these ideas continue to keep us from wholeness. We’ll explore practices that help us repair the fragmentations we carry inside of us, so that we can truly remember our bodily selves. Hillary L. McBride, PhD, is a therapist, researcher, speaker and writer. Learn more about Hillary here.
Fee: $65 (for both online and in-person participants). Scholarships available. Includes a light lunch and snacks for those participating in person. Registration required; please submit the form here.
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Sabbath & Rest: A 20s/30s Conversation with St. Luke's Ballard
SUNDAY, MAY 7, 7:30 P.M., Leffler Living Room
How does keeping sabbath allow us to break a restless cycle and focus on the wholeness God intends? Join for a conversation to explore the practice of sabbath with young adults from St. Luke's and their clergy, Canon Britt Olson and Mother Hillary Kimsey. Conversation will draw on themes from Walter Brugemann's Sabbath as Resistance but prior reading is not required. Dessert provided. At 9:15, we'll head over to Compline together.
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SATURDAY, MAY 13, 9 A.M.–12 P.M.
The Garden Ministry work party for May will be on the second Saturday, May 13, as usual. There will be lots to do as the gardens moves through spring towards summer. All are welcome and needed, whether you have a green thumb or not! Just bring work gloves an a water bottle.
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TWO WEDNESDAYS, MAY 10 & 24, 6:45–8:15 p.m., in person in Bloedel hall and online via Zoom. optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family).
The Rev. Canon Carla Robinson will lead a discussion of the book God Is a Black Woman by Dr. Christena Cleveland, as seen through the lens of pilgrimage. The book itself came out of her journey to see the Black Madonnas of France. In this two-part series we will explore the major themes of Dr. Cleveland’s latest book.
Dr. Cleveland will be visiting the Cathedral in June. This two-part book study is intended to help people prepare for the material she will present when she comes to Saint Mark’s. Attendees are asked to read the book in advance, and to listen to an interview with the author—find the links here.
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Videos Now Available
This week's important Cathedral Commons forum Exploring Racial Justice in the Episcopal Church, may now be seen here.
As always, this videos along with many other forums and presentations can always be found collected in a YouTube playlist here.
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Organ by Night
THIS SUNDAY, APRIL 16, 10 P.M. (following Compline)
Wyatt Smith will offer this month's Organ by Night music following Compline this Sunday, April 16. He presently serves concurrently as Instructor of Organ & Harpsichord at the Epiphany Music Academy in Seattle and as the Affiliate Artist in Organ & Harpsichord at the University of Puget Sound. He will play works by Brenda Portman, J. S. Bach, Margaret Sandresky, and Pamela Decker.
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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Mini-Concert and Choral Evensong on the Third Sunday of Easter
SUNDAY, APRIL 23, 4:30–5:45 P.M., cathedral nave
Saint Mark's Cathedral is pleased to welcome back the chamber choir from Walla Walla University, I Cantori, directed by Dr. Kraig Scott. They last sang here in February of 2020. This splendid college choir will lead Choral Evensong at 5 p.m., immediately preceded by a mini-concert at 4:30 p.m.
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FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
Earth Ministry/Washington Interfaith Power and Light 30th Anniversary Gala
SUNDAY, APRIL 30, 4–6 P.M., Bloedel Hall
On Sunday, April 30, Earth Ministry/WAIPL will celebrate three decades of faithful advocacy across Washington State by hosting a Silent Auction/Game Night Fundraiser at Saint Mark's Episcopal Cathedral, Seattle, the community where we started. In addition to the silent auction, we will have stories from Earth Ministry/WAIPL's co-founders (former Saint Mark's clergy) The Rev. Carla Pryne and (cathedral member) Ruth Mulligan, fun family-centered games, and plenty of party food, including cake! There will also be several classic skill game tournaments. Learn more and buy your tickets at https://bit.ly/EM30thbdaytickets
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Godly Play resumes this Sunday, April 16, sharing The Legend of the Easter Eggs. Meet in the classroom in the St Nicholas Building, 2nd floor, following the conclusion of the 9 a.m. service (about 10:10 a.m.) Godly Play is offered on the first and third Sunday of the month.
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Cathedral Yoga will be offered as usual on Monday, April 17, with instructor Luna Miller continuing her series on the chakras. As it is the third Sunday of the month, a sound bath experience will follow the class, beginning at 7:30. (You are welcome to come to the sound bath without participating in the class)
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Centering Prayer meets in Compline Corner on the nave every Tuesday at 7 p.m. for a time of silence followed by reflection and discussion. Learn more here.
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FUNERALS
A funeral for Stephen Bayne will be offered
WEDNESDAY, MAY 10, 1:30 P.M., in the cathedral nave
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Sunday, April 16, 2023:
The Second Sunday of Easter
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:
Acts 2:14a, 22–32
Psalm 16
1 Peter 1:3–9
John 20:19–31
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8 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
Thomsen Chapel; in-person only
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Presider & Preacher: The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker
Hymns:
That Easter day with joy was bright [Hymn #193]
Good Christians all, rejoice [Hymn #205]
Organ:
Denis Bédard, Meditation on O filii et filiae
Dudley Buck, Festival Postlude
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9 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in-person only
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Presider: The Rev. Canon Eliacín Rosario-Cruz
Preacher: The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker
Hymns:
That Easter day with joy was bright [Hymn #193]
We walk by faith [Hymn #209]
O sons and daughters [Hymn #206]
Choir:
arr. Harry Simeone, Morning has broken
Organ:
Charles-Marie Widor, Choral from Symphonie Romane
Dudley Buck, Festival Postlude
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11 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in-person & livestreamed
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Presider: The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty
Preacher: The Rev. Linzi Stahlecker
Hymns:
That Easter day with joy was bright [Hymn #193]
We walk by faith [Hymn #209]
O sons and daughters [Hymn #206]
Choir:
arr. Harry Simeone, Morning has broken
Note: The Cathedral Choir is on hiatus, and the congregation at 11 a.m. will have the opportunity to hear music offered by The Saint Mark's Singers (who usually sing at the 9 a.m. service).
Organ:
Charles-Marie Widor, Choral from Symphonie Romane
Dudley Buck, Festival Postlude
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7 P.M. • CONTEMPLATIVE EUCHARIST
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Presider: The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty
Musician: Page Smith
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Highlights:
Jason A. Anderson, Psalm 16
Thomas Tallis, Sermone blando angelus
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Liturgy and repertoire information subject to change. |
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FIRST SUNDAY OF THE MONTH, 12:30 P.M., meet in the rear of the nave following the 11 a.m. service.
A newcomers' coffee with clergy is offered on the first Sunday of each month immediately following the 11 a.m. Sunday service. This 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. Email newcomers@saintmarks.org if you cannot attend in person, or with any other questions. And as always, 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 is offered each Sunday 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 Morning Prayer hosted by St. Paul's, Seattle, is offered via Zoom only, 8:30 a.m. Monday through Friday.
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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