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SPECIAL SUNDAY MORNING FORUM
Friends Talking: Life in Palestine in This Time of War—Dean Thomason and Palestinian Priest Fr. Fadi Diab in Conversation
THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10, 10:10–10:50 A.M., Bloedel Hall and on Zoom
Fr. Fadi Diab serves as rector of St. Andrew’s Anglican Church in Ramallah in the West Bank. He and Dean Thomason have forged a friendship since Fr. Fadi preached at Saint Mark’s last July, and their email exchanges of prayerful support and mutual affection have deepened since October 7 and the start of the war in Gaza. Fallout from the war and ongoing hardship for Palestinians in the West Bank have only intensified, and Fr. Fadi reports that violence and suffering in his church community and in the city he loves is heart-breaking. At this special Sunday forum Fr. Fadi will join Dean Steve from Ramallah over Zoom to discuss the current situation on the ground, 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. Join online using this Zoom link.
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Christmas Memorials & Thanksgivings
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. Contributions received by December 19 will be acknowledged in the bulletins on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Contact Erik Donner with questions:edonner@saintmarks.org
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Leffler Garden Work Party
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 12, 12:30–2:30 P.M., Leffler Garden
Come be a part of helping revitalize the Leffler Garden with a winter clean up. All are welcome and no gardening experience required. Warm beverages and light snacks will be provided. Bring gloves and clothes that can get dirty. Questions? Email Emily Meeks: emeeks@saintmarks.org
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CREATION CARE SUNDAY FORUM
Poetry of the Season with Prof. Doug Thorpe
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17, 10:10 A.M., Bloedel Hall
Winter solstice brings the first day of winter and a return of more sunlight. Drawing from a selection of poems connected to the season, parishioner and English professor Doug Thorpe will join with members of the 20-30's group to guide us in a time of reading and reflection to discover creation themes. A slideshow of light-inspired photos from Saint Mark's parishioners will also be shared.
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Comfort and Peace at Christmas: A Service of Healing for Aching Hearts
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 17, 7 P.M., in the cathedral nave
Saint Mark’s has a long-standing tradition of holding space for prayerful care and companionship for those who find the holiday season a difficult time—for many who have experienced loss, grief, or hardship, the "festive season" can in fact be particularly painful and alienating. The liturgy, called "Comfort and Peace at Christmas" (known in previous years as "Blue Christmas"), will be offered this year on Sunday evening, December 17, at 7 p.m., in lieu of the Contemplative Eucharist that Sunday. This special service of scripture, candle lighting, and healing prayer is intended to honor whatever you may be going through, while offering the hope of light and peace. This year, the liturgy will be offered in the cathedral nave. It is not livestreamed. Dean Steve Thomason will preside, and Rev. Linzi Stahlecker will offer a reflection. All are welcome.
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The 2023 Pageant of the Nativity
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 20, 7 P.M., in the cathedral nave and livestreamed
Saint Mark's Pageant of the Nativity is unlike any children's pageant you have seen elsewhere. In 2015, the leadership of Saint Mark's Cathedral formulated a vision for a 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. Video and other material from the pageants of years past can be seen here. This year's choral selections and congregational hymns span the centuries. The instrumentalist vary from year to year—this year's presentation features a delicate ensemble of strings and woodwinds. 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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Christmas Bulletin Stuffing Party!
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 22, 1–4 P.M., Bloedel Hall
Every year a group of parishioners known as the Holy Folders gather in Bloedel Hall and stuff inserts into the Christmas service bulletins. Knowing that many hands make light work, we invite you to join us on Friday December 22 at 1 p.m., until the work is done. We have been known to have snacks to keep us going. Check out this video from 2019 by David Wild for a taste of the fun! Please email Barbara Erickson at bje46@msn.com for more information or to sign up.
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New Year's Eve Labyrinth Walk with Compline and Midnight Eucharist
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 31, 6 P.M. to 12 P.M., in the 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 will be provided by guest musicians throughout the evening. Drop by any time between 6 p.m. and midnight; stay for a few minutes or a few hours. Activities especially appropriate for younger children will also be available. Tea and cookies will be served. More details, including musician line-up, will be announced here when they are available. All are welcome; freewill donations gratefully received.
Since December 31 falls on a Sunday this year, at 9:30 p.m. The Compline Choir will chant the office as usual. 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 2024. Dean Thomason will preside.
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Book Group Selection for January
SUNDAY, JANUARY 14, 12:30–2 P.M., Cathedral House Room 210
Next up for discussion in the Second Sunday Book Group is Barbara Kingsolver’s 2022 Pulitzer Prize-winning novel, Demon Copperhead. Set in the Appalachian hills of Kentucky, it’s Kingsolver’s version of Dickens’ David Copperfield. Institutional poverty is still with us, Kingsolver says, and she shares the outrage Dickens felt as she tells her story of a trailer park kid, born to an unwed mother, who ended up in a foster care system that repeatedly failed to serve the children it was supposed to protect. Her book is dedicated to “the kids who wake up hungry in those dark places every day, who’ve lost their family to poverty and pain pills, whose caseworkers keep losing their files, who feel invisible, or wish they were.” Kingsolver always has a message, but she also knows how to tell a good story. The Saint Mark's Bo0k Group meets the second Sunday of odd-numbered months. Contact Pearl McElheran with questions.
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Ordinations to the Transitional Diaconate
TOMORROW, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 10:30 A.M., in the cathedral nave and livestreamed
By the Grace of God and the People Consenting, our Bishop Provisional, The Most Rev. Melissa M. Skelton, will ordain six candidates to the transitional diaconate. (This is an ordination to the Order of Deacons for those who intend to later be ordained as priests.) Two of the candidates, Phillip Lienau and Robert Gary Stevens, have been raised up for ordination from Saint Mark's Cathedral. The other candidates are Theresa L. Newell, Lisa Bozarth Ozaeta, Martin William Pommerenke, III, and Myra Ryneheart Corcorran. All are invited to attend in person or via livestream. The festival color is red.
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THIS SUNDAY, DECEMBER 10, 12:30 P.M., Leffler Living Room
Let's celebrate the season together! The 40s/50s group will hold their Christmas brunch in Leffler House on Sunday, December 10. Dress in your most festive attire and bring a dish to share as we enjoy fellowship and good food while honoring Advent. Sign up to contribute using this link. Questions? Contact Kristine Ekman at krisekman@aol.com
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ONE MORE WEDNESDAY: DECEMBER 13, 6:45–8:15 P.M., Presenters on Zoom. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family).
led by The Rev. Hillary Raining, Ph.D., The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty, and Canon Wendy Barrie
Join former Saint Mark's Theologian-in-residence, The Rev. Dr. Hillary Raining, for this three-session series centering on the wisdom of the Prophet Isaiah. Each section will focus on an essential and living affirming theme from this book of prophecy. We will explore how Isaiah has been used in the Christian tradition, especially in the mysterious Advent season.
A printed booklet for the series is available in coffee corner in the cathedral nave.
Program is free. The presenters will be on Zoom. Those attending the community dinner in Bloedel Hall at 6 p.m. will participate in the forum together in Room 210.
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THURSDAY, DECEMBER 14, 6:30–7:30 P.M., via Zoom
Join us for December's Climate Conversation, when the topic will be Food that is Better for the Planet and your Pocketbook. These monthly conversations have been a good time of sharing and discussion. Please register here to join on Zoom. And watch for descriptions of 2024 Climate Conversations to be announced soon!
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MONDAY, DECEMBER 18, 10 A.M.–2 P.M. (or until finished), in the cathedral nave
The parish family of Saint Mark's will come together on Monday, December 18 for The Greening the Cathedral, that is, helping Chris Brown clean and decorate our sacred space with evergreen garland, wreaths, and trees for the celebration of the birth of Christ. The bows won't be added until December 23, but the space will be filled with greenery for the Pageant on December 20. Families with kids and people of all ages are encouraged to participate. Work will continue until it's finished, probably around 2 p.m., but many hands make light work! A lunch of tomato soup and toasted cheese sandwiches will be served. Questions? Contact Kathy Sodergren at 206-240-3748
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TWO WEDNESDAYS: JANUARY 10 & 17, 2024, 6:45–8:15 P.M., in person in Bloedel Hall or online via Zoom. Optional community dinner at 6 p.m. ($6/child; $8/adult; $25/max. family)
Dean Thomason will teach this series and offers this preview: Paul’s writings are probative and problematic, extensive and in need of editing, deeply mystical and at times misogynistic. And yet his writings give rise to eloquent hymns and treatises that form much of the Christology we share and the theological foundations of our faith—forgiveness, sin, love, servanthood, kenosis, salvation, and much more. What can we glean from these ancient letters; how might they serve as catalyst to transformation on the Christian journey even today? We will wrestle with their inconsistencies while considering Paul’s invitation to enter into mystical solidarity with the Risen Christ. Register to join online using the Zoom link.
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Creation Care Prayer for the Second Sunday of Advent
The Creation Care Ministry has selected prayers for each Sunday of Advent, as an invitation to the community to remember God's gift of the Earth and our responsibilities to it. Watch out for new prayers in the coming weeks.
PRAYER WHILE SHOPPING DURING ADVENT
Dear God,
As I look through my gift shopping list,
I hold up to you each person listed on it.
I ask that the fire of your abundant love burn within each of them.
I pray that the gift I find for each person will bring joy into that life.
Help me to keep a balance this season, Lord.
Let me keep my buying in perspective,
not to spend more than I need to or can afford.
Let me not give in to the pressures of this world
and not equate love with money spent.
And Lord, help me to find time in the frantic moments of each day
to become centered on you.
Amen.
[source: Catholic Doors]
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Video now available
If you missed Dr. Wil Gafney's Saturday workshop on Womanist Midrash and Biblical Interpretation last weekend, a complete video is now available here. Her sermon at last Sunday's service, which she has titled Between "Fix it, Jesus" and "Stay Woke," has been excerpted from the liturgy video, and can now be seen on YouTube here. (A printed transcript is available here.) As always, these and dozens of other forums and presentations, are collected in a YouTube playlist here.
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Clothing Donations Requested for Unsheltered Neighbors
The cathedral's meal sharing ministry works with First Covenant Church on Capitol Hill to provide breakfasts on Saturdays for food insecure neighbors. Many guests at these breakfasts do not have proper access to shelter and are vulnerable to exposure. We keep various hygiene and clothing supplies, but there is always unsatisfied demand. The ministry volunteers are requesting donations of warm clothing from the Saint Mark's community. At these breakfasts, volunteers meet our neighbors where they are, and this encounter is a particularly good opportunity to help meet their immediate survival needs. Winter coats, or outdoor gear that goes unused or would be otherwise disposed of are ideal, as well as undergarments and clothing (for all body shapes). Contact Conor Harrison if you can help: c.harrisonunf@gmail.com
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Strategic Planning Committee December Update
The Strategic Planning Committee continues its work in its outreach and engaging the parish to listen to how Saint Mark’s gathers and serves in our common life together.
Thank you to the many parishioners who visited and participated in the Strategic Planning activity Giving Thanks for Transformation—What Spiritual Practices Center You? The activity produced a colorful and joyful reflection of the many ways parishioners experience transformation.
Thank you also to all who completed the Strategic Planning parish survey. The Committee will review the data provided by the survey and the input received from continuing interviews with the ministry groups. The responses received will help guide the next steps of developing a Strategic Plan. In January, there will be two opportunities in January to engage with the feedback we received. For more information, please visit the Strategic Planning webpage.
December Focus Group Spotlight: Formation and Justice
Formation & Justice at Saint Mark's connects how we come to know God through our mind, heart, and bodies with how we respond to God in ways that promote peace, love, reconciliation, and restoration. Members include Wendy Claire Barrie, Scott Hulet and Michael Perera
If you have any questions, please reach out to Strategic Planning Co-chairs Emily Meeks and Alexandra Thompson: StrategicPlanning@saintmarks.org
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New! Saint Mark's Cathedral Merch Store!
One of the many exciting elements last Sunday's Alternative Gift Fair was the official public launch of the Saint Mark's Cathedral Merch Store. You can now order a tee shirt, sweatshirt, shopping bag, coffee mug, apron, or sticker with the cathedral logo, or a unique rose window bandana, from the print-on-demand service Teespring. The cathedral makes a small profit on each sale. Makes great gifts! Order soon for delivery by Christmas. Additional items and designs are planned for the future. If you'd like to see samples of the items in person, contact Rev. Stahlecker: lstahlecker@saintmarks.org
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The Episcopal Church at COP28
The Episcopal Church has sent a delegation to the annual United Nations Climate Conference of Parties (COP), the annual United Nations Climate Summit, for the past 9 years. This year’s event is being held November 30–December 12 in Dubai. The delegation is made up of representatives from around the world, including two from our own Diocese of Olympia: John Kydd, Diocesan Missioner for Climate Care and Climate Justice, and The Rev. Rachel Taber-Hamilton, Rector of Trinity Parish, Everett. The members ask for our prayers, support, and participation. Please follow the work of the Episcopal Church delegation here—that page also includes invitations to participate in "Climate Justice Compline" liturgies on Mondays and Thursdays during the Conference, as well as a wrap-up session on December 15 (all via Zoom). The Episcopal Church is doing important work at COP28—They are encouraging all of us not just to “think globally and act locally” as the old saying goes, but rather to Think and Act: Globally and Locally.
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SAINT MARK'S REFUGEE MINISTRY
Home-cooked Afghan Food Delivered to You!
Fareda Popal and her family have been cosponsored by Saint Mark’s since their arrival in this country from Afghanistan. Fareda is a superb cook and seeks to supplement the family income by offering to prepare an authentic Afghan meal for you! For details and to arrange for this, please contact Fareda at 206-531-6262. You can expect a treat!
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REGISTRATION NOW OPEN
Upcoming Formation Opportunities in 2024: The Inquirers’ Class and Contours of the Christian Life
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The Inquirers’ Class is a four-week series in January that explores the basics of the Christian faith through the Episcopal lens with clergy. Whether you are new to Saint Mark’s, or simply interested in sharing and learning more, you are welcome. The next series meets January 7–28, 2024. See an outline of the series and learn more here. Register for the Inquirers’ Class here
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New this upcoming year will be Contours of the Christian Life, a seven-week series on Wednesday evenings to journey with others during Lent to go deeper into questions of faith as Episcopalians. The class will meet February 11–April 17, 2024. More information, including session topics and an introductory video from Dean Thomason, can be found here.
Both The Inquirers’ Class and Contours of the Christian Life offer opportunity to prepare for baptism, confirmation, reception, or reaffirmation, although this is not required to participate. Register for Contours of the Christian Life here.
Questions? Email Canon Barrie: wbarrie@saintmarks.org
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Subscribe to Diocesan Newsletters
Did you know that, in addition to the cathedral newsletters, both regular and occasional, the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia also has several email lists that you can add yourself to? Everyone is particularly encouraged to sign up for Across the Diocese, the main weekly newsletter that is emailed every Friday in the evening. The same list is used for occasional special messages from the bishop. It's a great way to learn about diocesan offerings, see important announcements, learn about what other parishes are doing, and just stay connected to larger community of the Episcopal Church in Western Washington. Sign up here (and unsubscribe any time!).
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FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
Seattle Choral Company presents A Baroque Christmas at Saint Mark's
TOMORROW, SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 8 P.M., in the cathedral nave. Pre-concert talk with Director Freddie Coleman at 7 p.m. Tickets ($5–27) here.
The Seattle Choral Company kicks off their 42nd season with a holiday concert devoted to Baroque choral masterworks from Italy. Italy, long regarded as the birthplace of Baroque music, led the way during the 17th century with a style of music that was known for its grandiose, dramatic, and energetic spirit. Four Italian cities will be represented, beginning with Milan, where Chiara Margarita Cozzolani published and performed works for the convent at Santa Radegonda, drawing attention from the outside world. Then, on to Naples, where Francesco Durante (1684-1755) premiered his Magnificat in B Flat Major. In Rome, a young George Frideric Handel (1685-1759) composed his brilliant cantata, Nisi Dominus. Finally, in Venice, Antonio Vivaldi (1678-1741) produced an astonishing range and quantity of music, including his choral masterpiece, Gloria in D Major. The SCC will be joined by a talented quintet of Northwest regional soloists: Jocelyn Claire Thomas and Jennifer Bromagen, sopranos; Sarah Mattox, mezzo-soprano; Zach Finkelstein, tenor; and Zachary Lenox, baritone. Members of the North Corner Chamber Orchestra will also take part in this festive holiday evening.
For tickets and information visit www.seattlechoralcompany.org
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FROM OUR NEIGHBORS
Northwest Boychoir presents A Festival of Lessons & Carols at Saint Mark's
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 16, 7:30 P.M., in the cathedral nave; reserve your tickets ($15–60) here
The Northwest Boychoir celebrates its 45th annual presentation of A Festival of Lessons & Carols this December with eight regional performances. A Festival of Lessons & Carols is a holiday tradition for thousands of families in the Puget Sound region. These traditional Christmas concerts showcase the 80-member combined chorus of the Northwest Boychoir and Vocalpoint! Seattle. Patterned after the Christmas Eve observance at King’s College in Cambridge, England, This 90-minute classical performance consists of nine readings leading up to the Nativity, each followed by traditional carols performed by the choir and audience. There is only one performance at Saint Mark's this year, and this event always sell out. For tickets and more information: www.nwboychoir.org
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SAVE THE DATE
Concert for the Human Family
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2024, in the cathedral nave. Free admission.
Multicultural Ministries & Community Transformation and Saint Mark's Cathedral are excited to welcome back 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. Experience genre-bending original music that bridges jazz, hip-hop and bluegrass, performed by a multicultural team led by Nashville pianist and composer Kory Caudill and hip-hop artist Wordsmith. All woven with sacred stories to launch conversation around reconciliation, healing and justice in the communities we call home."
Register here. (Ticket are free!) Stay tuned for more info about a Sacred Ground dinner beforehand and other ways to engage!
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Cathedral Yoga will be offered on Monday, December 11, at 6:30 p.m. in the cathedral nave, led by instructor Luna Miller. Doors open at 6 p.m. and are locked at 6:45 p.m. | |
Please Note: The Advent Quiet Morning on Saturday, December 16 is now at capacity, an is no longer accepting reservations. Contact Rev. Linzi with questions. | |
Check out this brief item, written a few years ago, to learn about the special liturgical items that Saint Mark's Cathedral uses during Advent, including the beautiful blue vestments, the cathedral-sized Advent wreath, and the altar frontal that changes and grows each week. | |
Recently Emily Meeks, staff support for 20s/30s Ministries, sent out a new issue of the 20s/30s email newsletter, containing upcoming offerings, reminders, and a compilation of recent presentations by 20s/30s members at the cathedral in a variety of venues. Check out the issue here, and sign up for this and other cathedral email lists here. | |
The Queer in Christ Ministry recently sent out a new newsletter issue, containing upcoming events as well as interesting links and resources. Check out the new issue here, and contact Sacristan Michael Seewer to be added to the list to receive future issues: mseewer@saintmarks.org | |
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FUNERALS
A funeral liturgy for Katy Krogman will be offered
MONDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2:30 P.M., in Thomsen Chapel
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Sunday, December 10, 2023:
The Second 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 40:1–11
Psalm 85:1–2, 8–13
2 Peter 3:8–15a
Mark 1:1–8
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8 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in Thomsen Chapel
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Presider & Preacher: The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty
Hymns:
On Jordan’s bank the Baptist’s cry [Hymn #76]
Comfort, comfort ye my people [Hymn #57]
Organ:
Leo Sowerby, Meditation on Veni Emmanuel
Craig Phillips, Declamation on Psalm 42 ["Comfort, comfort ye my people"]
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9 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in the cathedral nave
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Presider: The Rev. Canon Dr. Marda Steedman Sanborn
Preacher: The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty
Hymns:
My soul cries out with a joyful shout ["Canticle of the turning"]
Prepare the way, O Zion [Hymn #57]
Choir:
arr. John Ferguson, Comfort, Comfort
arr. Michael Kleinschmidt, People, Look East
Organ:
Georg Böhm, Partita #12 from the chorale-partitas on Freu dich sehr, O meine Seele ["Comfort, comfort ye my people"]
Craig Phillips, Declamation on Psalm 42 ["Comfort, comfort ye my people"]
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11 A.M. • THE HOLY EUCHARIST
in the cathedral nave & livestreamed
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Presider: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Preacher: The Rev. Canon Jennifer King Daugherty
Hymns:
Comfort, comfort ye my people [Hymn #57]
There's a voice in the wilderness crying [Hymn #75]
O Day of God, draw nigh [Hymn #601]
On Jordan’s bank the Baptist’s cry [Hymn #76]
Choir:
Paul Manz, E'en so, Lord Jesus, quickly come
Eric Thiman, Hark! A thrilling voice is sounding
Organ:
Leo Sowerby, Meditation on Veni Emmanuel
Georg Böhm, Partitas #11 and #12 from the chorale-partitas on Freu dich sehr, O meine Seele ["Comfort, comfort ye my people"]
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7 P.M. • CONTEMPLATIVE EUCHARIST
in Thomsen Chapel
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Presider: The Very Rev. Steven L. Thomason
Musician: James Falzone, woodwinds
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A beloved Seattle tradition since 1956. Broadcast live on KING 98.1 FM, and king.org; livestreamed on saintmarks.org and Facebook and YouTube; and available as a podcast. Learn more here.
Highlights:
Claude Goudimel, Comfort, comfort ye my people
William Monk, Hark! a thrilling voice is sounding
Peter R. Hallock, Nunc dimittis ("Marilyn" setting)
Peter R. Hallock, Rorate caeli desuper
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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 also available in printed form in the back of the nave.
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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.
Next Offering: JANUARY 7
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 on 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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Weekday Prayer Services
Daily Morning Prayer is offered by St. Paul's, Seattle, weekdays at 8:30 a.m., online via Zoom only. Members of the cathedral community are encouraged to participate.
Daily Evening Prayer is offered Monday–Friday at 6 p.m., online via Zoom only.
Thursday Morning: A service of Holy Eucharist is offered in person in Thomsen Chapel 7 a.m. on the 1st/3rd/5th Thursdays of the month only. On the 2nd/4th Thursdays of the month, an online-only prayer service is offered via Zoom at 7 a.m. instead.
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Contemplative Prayer
MOST TUESDAYS, 7–8 P.M., in the cathedral nave
This time of meditative prayer is open to anyone who yearns for a time to simply sit in the presence of the Divine—whether you sit regularly and miss doing it with others, are curious, or think you can’t do it, come, sit together and talk about it. Meetings begin with a period of silent meditation, followed by discussions on a variety of contemplative practices including Centering Prayer. There is no doing it right or wrong; there is only doing it. Read more here. Email Phil with questions: phil@philfoxrose.com
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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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