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Lent, Holy Week, and Easter Services Across the Diocese
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Join our churches and worshiping communities from across the Diocese of Olympia this Lent, Holy Week, and Easter! More services will be added throughout the season, so check back for more updates!
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2025 Congregational Leadership Conference
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March 8, 9:00 am | St. Thomas, Medina and Zoom
Have you put together your team to attend the Congregation Leadership Conference on March 8? In addition to compelling plenary sessions, there are 10 incredible workshops. Bring a team to gather all the information to take back to your congregation as you join other clergy and congregational leaders for this exciting day of learning.
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2025 SDG Global Mission Grant Recipients
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Thank you to all who applied for Global Mission Grants this year—we received more applications than anticipated representing so many critical global partnerships. Follow the link below to see the full list of recipients!
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St. Luke’s, Seattle Is Raising the Roof With Your Help!
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St. Luke’s, Seattle reached an important milestone in their building project! Read more about the January 30 Topping Off Ceremony, their new affordable family housing units, and learn how you can be part of Building a Place Where Love Dwells!
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An Invitation for Diocesan LGBTQ+ Ministry
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“In this time, we are called to spread the Good News that there is a church that loves those of us who are different as we are, for those differences, not in spite of them. Because that’s how God loves us.”
We are gathering a new diocesan ministry group to work with and under the Multicultural Ministry and Community Transformation Office. Follow the link below to learn how to participate!
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Appeal for Support from the Refugee Resettlement Office
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Helping a refugee family is the ultimate way to welcome the stranger and to serve those in need with love and compassion. Today, we ask for your consideration in responding to an urgent and profound opportunity.
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Underhill House Lenten Invitation
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This season of Lent, Underhill House invites you to incorporate times of quiet into your week. The spiritual writer Evelyn Underhill once wrote, “Without silence, the inward stillness in which God educates and molds us is impossible!” At Underhill House, we believe that taking time to pause for prayer, silence, and other forms of contemplation is an essential practice for faith formation – and, it doesn’t have to be done alone. We invite you to join a community of guests, Listeners, and partners who experience the nourishment that quiet brings.
To learn more, visit the link below, or visit our location at All Pilgrims Christian Church (one mile south of Saint Mark’s Cathedral) on Thursdays from 12:00 to 2:00 pm.
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Talking about Israel and Palestine: Invitation to a Gathering for Clergy and Lay Leaders
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March 22, 9:00 am | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle
On Saturday, March 22, from 9:00 am – 2:00 pm, we invite you to join us for a half-day gathering where you will hear from a range of voices, including Palestinian clergy, members of the Seattle Jewish community and interdenominational leaders working for a just peace in the Holy Land.
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Episcopal Relief & Development Provides Resources for Congregations to Host an Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday
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Episcopal congregations are invited to observe Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday on March 9, 2025.
During the first Sunday in Lent, a day designated by The Episcopal Church as Episcopal Relief & Development Sunday, congregations have an opportunity to learn more about and celebrate the impact of Episcopal Relief & Development’s work.
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Updates from the Bishop’s Task Force for the Unhoused
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“Beyond the individuals we serve, the Task Force will continue to advocate for and take action for affordable housing, rental fairness, fair treatment of those living on the street, services for the poor and dispossessed, help with jobs and transportation, being aware of how many and where the unhoused are, and paying attention to the politics of your town, county, and state.”
This week’s update from the Bishop’s Task Force for the Unhoused discusses the Task Force’s new name, continued purpose, and opportunities for advocacy.
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Updates on Diocesan House Renovations
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Work on the long-planned renovation of Diocesan House continues into 2025. Renovating and improving a structure that is now 120 years old while maintaining its historicity and irreplaceable elements is no small task. Here is an overview and an update for 2025.
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Live-Streaming Services
Across the Diocese
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As more of our churches have moved to live-streaming their services, we’ve created a directory of our churches with services times and links to where you can join for Sunday morning and weekday prayer.
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Compline, Sung by The Compline Choir
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Sundays, 9:30 pm | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle
Sung prayers for the close of the day, offered every Sunday at 9:30 pm in person and via live-stream.
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All Fresh Springs Retreat with Paul Rietmann
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March 3-6 | St. Andrew’s House, Union | $375 Registration
You are invited to come enjoy a time of rest, retreat and spiritual renewal as you begin your Lenten journey. The title of this mostly silent contemplative retreat is taken from Psalm 87:7. We will explore themes of desert, journey, thirst, water and spiritual refreshment found in the Bible and other spiritual writings. Since Ash Wednesday (March 5) falls during our retreat, we will offer the Ash Wednesday Liturgy with Holy Eucharist and the Imposition of Ashes.
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March 8, April 5, & May 10; 9:00 am | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle | $50 Registration per Session (Scholarships Available)
Join us for an in-depth exploration of the Godly Play curriculum and methodology.
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Holy Hike at Lake Sylvia State Park!
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March 22, 10:00 am | Lake Sylvia Swimming Area
You are invited to join Holy Hikes of Western Washington in a contemplative hike around Lake Sylvia in Montesano WA
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April 26, 11:00 am | St. Andrew’s House, Union
Sacred Waters Center Open House, Saturday, April 26, 11:00 am-3:00 pm.
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“Sacred Beauty” Photography Exhibit at St. Barnabas
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Now Through June 8 | St. Barnabas, Bainbridge Island
Nine stunning photographs by The Rev. Jim Friedrich of religious art and architecture are now on display in the St. Barnabas parlor through the Day of Pentecost, June 8.
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Sundays, 9:30 am | Redeemer, Kenmore
Help our community to find courage and resilience for the deeply challenging times that are upon us.
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Sundays through April 5, 9:30 am | Church of the Redeemer
Join us as we explore peace and wholeness!
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Contemplative Worship in the Spirit of Taizé
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First Sunday of the Month, 5:00 pm | St. Andrew’s, Seattle
Join St. Andrew’s, Seattle for contemplative worship in the spirit of Taizé.
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Sundays, 5:30 pm | Epiphany, Seattle
Join Epiphany, Seattle every Sunday at 5:30 pm for Choral Evensong, followed by a reception.
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Compline with Trinity Choir
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First Thursdays, 8:15 pm | Trinity, Seattle
A quiet, contemplative service led by the Trinity Choir.
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February 28 & March 1, 7:30 pm | Epiphany, Seattle
$38 Tickets
Featuring Handel’s Birthday Ode for Queen Anne and Purcell’s Birthday Ode for Queen Mary, this concert will satisfy whatever wish you have.
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Masterclass with Dr. Caroline Robinson
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March 1, 10:00 am | St. Dunstan’s, Shoreline
Four local organ students will play pieces they’ve prepared, and Dr. Robinson will then coach them, helping to deepen their understanding of their pieces and launch them to new heights in their playing.
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Honoring Our Past: Memorial Garden Dedication for Fr. Don Maddux
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March 1, 2:00 pm | St. David of Wales, Shelton
St David Memorial Garden dedication for Fr. Don Maddux.
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Helping Hands Handcrafters
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March 2, 11:30 am | Redeemer, Kenmore
It’s time to pick up our hooks and needles and other handcrafts and come together in fellowship!
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St. David’s Day Celebration & Library Blessing for Fr. Steve Brill
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March 2, 12:00 pm | St. David of Wales, Shelton
St. David’s Day Celebration & Library Blessing in Memory of Fr. Steve Brill.
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Choral Evensong & Organ Recital
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March 2, 4:30 pm | St. Luke’s Memorial, Tacoma
The choir of St. Luke’s Memorial, with organist Sheila Bristow, will sing Choral Evensong for the Feast of the Transfiguration, followed by a short organ recital by Sheila Bristow.
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The Art of Liturgical Improvisation: Tips and Inspiration for Elevating your Hymns and Service-Playing
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March 3, 7:00 pm | St. Dunstan’s, Shoreline
Tips and inspiration for elevating your hymns and service-playing with Dr. Caroline Robinson, assistant organ professor at the University of Michigan.
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Saint Mark’s Concert Series: Mystery of Winter Skies
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March 7, 7:30 pm | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle | $20-25 Tickets
James Falzone brings his unique style back to Saint Mark’s with a sonic exploration of the expansive beauty of creation, through James’ own new musical compositions for penny whistles and string quartet in concert on March 7 at 7:30 pm.
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March 9, 1:00 pm | St. Christopher’s, Olympia
St Christopher’s Church, Olympia invites you to a quiet afternoon of peace, reflection and spiritual renewal during their Lenten mini-retreat.
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Jesus and Autocracy: Holy Witnessing in Unholy Times
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Wednesdays starting March 12 through April 9, 5:30 pm | St. Andrew’s, Seattle
Lenten Prayers, Supper, and Class Series on “Jesus & Autocracy : Holy Witnessing in Unholy Times.”
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Wednesday Night Lenten Program at SJB
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Wednesdays starting March 12 through April 9, 6:00 pm | St. John the Baptist, Seattle
Wednesday Night Healing Eucharist and Program on recognizing the face of God in every person, even those with whom we disagree.
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March 14, 7:30 pm | St. Luke’s Memorial, Tacoma | $20 Suggested Donation
The choir of St. Luke’s Memorial, with organist Sheila Bristow, will sing Choral Evensong for the Feast of the Transfiguration, followed by a short organ recital by Sheila Bristow.
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March 15, 8:00 pm | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle
$5-30 Tickets
Experience Mozart’s monumental Requiem in D minor and the world premiere of Jasmine Barnes’ Epoch of Hughes at Saint Mark’s Cathedral. Don’t miss this powerful evening of choral music!
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Saint Mark’s Concert Series: Seven Last Words of Christ
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April 13, 4:30 pm | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle | $20-25 Tickets
Skyros Quartet will perform Joseph Haydn’s own arrangement for string quartet of his Seven Last Words of Christ — a meditation on Jesus’ utterances from the cross, excerpted from each of the four gospels — in observance of the coming Holy Week on Palm Sunday, April 13 at 4:30 pm.
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April 27-May 2 | Grace, Bainbridge Island | $450 Registration
Experience the ancient art of “writing” the Gospel with paint and prayer during this week-long, all- inclusive day retreat, led by renown iconographer, Theresa Harrison.
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Saint Mark’s Concert Series: All Bach on the Flentrop Organ
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May 9, 7:30 pm | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, Seattle | $20-25 Tickets
Saint Mark’s annual All Bach on the Flentrop Organ concert will be performed by Jonathan Moyer on Friday, May 9 at 7:30 pm.
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Choral Evensong & Recital
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May 29, 7:00 pm | St. Luke’s Memorial, Tacoma
The choirs of St. Luke’s Memorial and St. John’s, Gig Harbor, with organist Michael Plagerman, will sing Choral Evensong for the Feast of the Ascension, followed by a short organ recital by Michael Plagerman.
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2025 TENS Pledge Campaign Materials Ready to Use TODAY!
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Did you ever have news that was so exciting that you could not wait to share it with others? The Good News that fills our spirits with joy is about the radical abundance, abiding love, and healing power that Jesus shares with us when we respond to his call to follow him. All of the gifts that we have been given are ready to burst forth to serve our neighbors and share our love with a world in need
The Diocese of Olympia’s annual membership in TENS (The Episcopal Network for Stewardship) means every congregation in the Diocese has full and FREE access to their 2025 pledge campaign resources. 2025 password is Luke1:46 (no spaces, case sensitive).
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Episcopal Cursillo Weekend
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March 23 – 25 | Oregon Christian Convention Center
Cursillo is a weekend of living in a Gospel-centered community, of richly experiencing God’s love for us.
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Celtic Pilgrimage to Brittany and Loire River Valley
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May 22, 2025 – June 3, 2025 | $4,400 Registration
From megalithic monuments to monastic caves, discover how Celtic Christianity took root in ancient France.
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2026 Portuguese Camino Pilgrimage
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May 22-31, 2026 | $2,995-3,495 Registration
2026 Portuguese Camino Pilgrimage dates have been set for May 22-31, 2026!
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The Diocese of Olympia takes its responsibility for the safety of its people seriously. The Safe Church, Safe Communities training program is now online and teaches how to identify and prevent abuse within the church community. This training is required for all canonically resident and licensed clergy and for non-clergy who have a key to the church facility, including, but not limited to: vestry and bishop’s committee members; church staff; Eucharistic ministers/visitors; and anyone who works with minors in any capacity. Any other interested parishioners are encouraged to take this free training. Certification is valid for three years and then a renewal is required. If you have any questions, please reach out to: safechurch@ecww.org.
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ITEMS AVAILABLE / SEEKING ITEMS
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After rearranging things in their sanctuary, St. Paul’s, Bremerton has two church pews with kneelers that they are hoping to find new homes for! They’re in good condition, you will just need to haul them away yourself. For more information, contact St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Bremerton at stpaul700@gmail.com.
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Christ Church Seattle is renovating, and we would like to find a new home for our pews. There are 24 plus 2 pew frontals. The pews are solid oak, with kneelers, 34 inches tall, 22 inches deep, and 130 inches (almost 11 feet) long. Free, but you’ll need to move them. Please contact cwpratt@proton.me for more info.
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Seeking Wonder, Love, & Praise Hymnal
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The St. John’s, Olympia Music Director, Steve O’Connor, has requested 20 pew-edition copies of the Wonder, Love, & Praise hymnal. They are hoping to beg or borrow (permanently) extra, unused copies that might be knocking around somewhere, if at all possible. They would like to offset the cost and potential waste of ordering brand-new copies if there are a number of them not being used at another church. They are willing to pick them up in the Olympia/Tacoma/Federal Way/Puyallup/Gig Harbor etc. areas.
Contact information:
Anna Okrasinski Maddox
Parish Administrator
anna@stjohnsoly.org
360-352-8527
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The following job opportunities are now open at churches and organizations across Western Washington.
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