Holy Week at Home
Holy Week at Home. You’ll find all our instructions, videos, and links to online worship right here.
Being the Church in the Face of COVID-19: A F.A.Q. of Worship and Events at St. Christopher’s
Dear St. Christopher’s and Friends,
A number of you have asked similar question or very good questions, all of which deserve an answer. Here is what I’ve heard…
Q: Is St. Christopher’s closed or will it be closing?
A: No. Our building is closed to the public and Washingtonians have strict measures in place about gatherings, but many things are taking place online and off. The outdoor worship spaces remain open for you to use individually – the Labyrinth, the Stations of the Cross, and the Columbarium. The Open Hands foodbank garden is still slated to go on. And we are adding more and more online worship, fellowship, and learning opportunities.
Q: Will there be another Eucharist online? How does online Eucharist work?
A: Yes. We are pre-recording a Eucharist and posting it Saturday night/Sunday morning each week. We post it on Facebook at facebook.com/stchristopherolympia and we post links to the video on our website’s front page – www.StChristopherOlympia.org .
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The Beacon Newsletter 09/03/2026
THE BEACON WEEKLYView this newsletter in your browser. Blueberry Bash 2026 Photo Album Articles this issue….. SW WA Synod e-News | September 2, 2026The Beacon Newsletter 08/27/2026Across the Diocese: September 3, 2026 This Week at St. Christopher’s…Week of August 31stMonday (08/31/2026) – John Bunyan, Teacher – 1688 Mitford Reading Group Series – On Summer Break Tuesday (09/01/2026) – David Pendleton Oakerhater, Deacon and Missionary; – 1931 Faithful Living – 6:00 am Centering Prayer (Online) – 8:00 pmWednesday (09/02/2026) – Nikolai Frederik Severin Grundtvig, Bishop and Renewer of the Church; – 1872; The Martyrs of Papua New Guinea – 1942 Fellowship Breakfast – 9:00 am Worship Band – 11:00 am Widows/Widowers Support Group – 1:30 pm Thursday (09/03/2026) Olympia Commons Meeting – […]
SW WA Synod e-News | September 2, 2026
September 2, 2026Synod ResourcesAdministration, Compensation Guidelines, Constitutions, Financial, Personnel Policies, Pulpit Supply, Immigration, TransitionBoundary Training Opportunities for Rostered MinistersRound Ordination AnniversariesFrom the ELCA Office of the Secretary Rostered Leader Anniversary ReportSeptember 2026Rev. Michael Hanson45 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – September 27, 1981Thank you for your faithfulservice to the people of God! Looking Ahead!Save the Date!2027 Bishop’s ConvocationApril 25-28, 2027 | SeabeckSave the Date!2027 Synod AssemblyJune 4 & 5, 2027 | Centralia CollegeUpcoming EventsELCA Racial Justice Ministries WebinarSeptember 8 | 7pm | REGISTER HEREPLU Opening Convocation @ PLU TacomaSeptember 8 | 9:30am | LEARN MOREPeer Ministry Training @ Silverdale […]
The Beacon Newsletter 08/27/2026
THE BEACON WEEKLYView this newsletter in your browser. Blueberry Bash 2026 Photo Album Articles this issue….. Across the Diocese: August 27, 2026A Memorial Service for Betty Kutter – 08-22-2026The Beacon Newsletter 08/13/2026 This Week at St. Christopher’s…Week of August 24thMonday (08/24/2026) – St. Bartholomew, Apostle Mitford Reading Group Series – On Summer Break Tuesday (08/25/2026) – Louis, King of France; died 1270 Faithful Living – 6:15 am Centering Prayer – 8:00 pm Wednesday (08/26/2026) Worship Band – 11:00 am Widows/Widowers Support Group – 1:30 pm Hot Meals Outreach – 4:00 pm Thursday (08/27/2026) – Monica, Mother of […]
Across the Diocese: September 3, 2026
View as Webpage RSVP Now! – D-House BlessingSeptember 9, 2026 from 3PM – 7PMJoin us for our Open House, celebrating the completion of the recent renovations of Diocesan House, which occupies the historic Leary Mansion in Capitol Hill. The evening’s festivities will include: House Blessing at 5pmHeavy hors d’oeuvres, offering an assortment of Mediterranean delicacies (vegan and gluten free options available)Outdoor activities including lawn games and face painting (from 4-6:30pm)Guided tours offered throughout the evening (4:15, 5:45, and 6:15) We look forward to welcoming you! Please RSVP here.Exploring Discernment RetreatSeptember 12, St. Mary’s, LakewoodDo you have a big question in life […]
Across the Diocese: August 27, 2026
View as Webpage Reflections from the Youth Pilgrimage to Hawaii About a month ago (July 28-31), 11 youth from our Diocese and two chaperones left SeaTac airport to join 146 youth and chaperones for the Provincial VIII Youth Pilgrimage in Honolulu, HI. Pilgrims were traveling from 12 different dioceses across Province VIII, including: Arizona, California, Idaho, San Diego, Western Oregon, Spokane, Taiwan, Guam, Navajoland, Utah and Nevada. The theme of the pilgrimage was “Talk Story” which is a Hawaiian tradition of sharing stories, listening and building connections and community through lived experiences. “One of my favorite parts of the Hawaii Pilgrimage was […]
A Memorial Service for Betty Kutter – 08-22-2026
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The Beacon Newsletter 08/13/2026
THE BEACON WEEKLYView this newsletter in your browser. Save the date!Blueberry Bash 2026August 16th, Noon – 4 pmThe Auction Site goes live Sunday, August 9th @ noonAUCTION LINKArticles this issue….. SW WA Synod eNews – August 12, 2026Across the Diocese – August 13, 2026The Beacon Newsletter 08/06/2026 This Week at St. Christopher’s…Week of August 10thMonday (08/10/2026) – Lawrence, Deacon and Martyr at Rome; died 258 Mitford Reading Group Series – On Summer Break Bishop’s Council Meeting – 7:00 pm Tuesday (08/11/2026) – Clare, Abbess at Assisi; died 1253 Faithful Living – 6:15 am Centering Prayer – 8:00 pm Wednesday (08/12/2026) – Worship Band – 11:00 am Widows/Widowers Support Group – 1:30 pm […]
SW WA Synod eNews – August 12, 2026
August 12, 2026 Synod ResourcesAdministration, Compensation Guidelines, Constitutions, Financial, Personnel Policies, Pulpit Supply, Immigration, TransitionBoundary Training Opportunities for Rostered MinistersRound Ordination Anniversaries(source: ELCA Office of the Secretary Rostered Leader Anniversary Report)August 2026Rev. Christopher Hogstad20 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 12, 2006Rev. Robin Pizanti30 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 25, 1996Rev. David Holmquist40 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 3, 1986Rev. James Rismiller55 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 29, 1971Deacon Ronald Coen40 Years – Minister of Word and Service – August 11, 1986Thank you for your faithful […]
Across the Diocese – August 13, 2026
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The Beacon Newsletter 08/06/2026
THE BEACON WEEKLYView this newsletter in your browser. Save the date!Blueberry Bash 2026August 16th, Noon – 4 pmThe Auction Site goes live Sunday, August 9th @ noonAUCTION LINKArticles this issue….. SW WA Synod eNews – August 5, 2026Blueberry Bash 2026 This Week at St. Christopher’s…Week of August 3rdMonday (08/03/2026) Mitford Reading Group Series – On Summer Break Brotherhood of St. Andrews – 6:30 pmTuesday (08/04/2026) Faithful Living – 6:00 am Centering Prayer (Online) – 8:00 pmWednesday (08/05/2026) Fellowship Breakfast – 9:00 am Worship Band – 11:00 am Widows/Widowers Support Group – 1:30 pmThursday (08/06/2026) – The Transfiguration of Our Lord Olympia Commons Meeting – 2:30 pm AA Meeting – 6:00 pmFriday (08/07/2026) Clergy SabathSaturday (08/08/2026) […]
SW WA Synod eNews – August 5, 2026
August 5, 2026 Synod ResourcesAdministration, Compensation Guidelines, Constitutions, Financial, Personnel Policies, Pulpit Supply, Immigration, TransitionBoundary Training Opportunities for Rostered MinistersRound Ordination Anniversaries(source: ELCA Office of the Secretary Rostered Leader Anniversary Report)August 2026Rev. Christopher Hogstad20 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 12, 2006Rev. Robin Pizanti30 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 25, 1996Rev. David Holmquist40 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 3, 1986Rev. James Rismiller55 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – August 29, 1971Deacon Ronald Coen40 Years – Minister of Word and Service – August 11, 1986Thank you for your faithful […]
Across the Diocese: July 23, 2026
View as Webpage Youth Pilgrimage NewsOn July 28, 13 youth from across the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia will travel to Hawai’i for the Province VIII Talk Story Youth Pilgrimage. They will join youth from other Province VIII dioceses, including; Hawai’i, Taiwan, Utah, Navajoland, Arizona, Oregon, California, and Nevada. There will be 125 youth and 33 adults who will be part of this pilgrimage together. This pilgrimage was born out of the desire to provide youth with an alternative to the Episcopal Youth Event (EYE–a gathering that happens every three years but was canceled for 2026). Diocesan youth leaders from Province […]
Response to Mass Shooting at Seattle Center from BishopLaBelle
“How long, O Lord? … How long shall I have perplexity in my mind, and grief in my heart, day after day? … But I put my trust in your mercy.” Psalm 13:1,2,5Mon, Jul 27, 10:58 AMYesterday at least four people were injured, including a toddler, and three people were killed by gun violence at Seattle Center, the site of the Bite of Seattle food festival. This event is centered on enjoying tasty food, spending time with loved ones, and experiencing the delight of summers in Seattle. National news agencies picked up this story, although the mass shooting here wasn’t […]
All Together in One Place: A Message from the ELCA Presiding Bishop
Presiding Bishop Yehiel Curry issues his third in a series of monthly messages that continue through the end of this year, titled “All Together in One Place.” Each message will share a pastoral word, rooted in Scripture, that witnesses to God’s presence today, our rich theological tradition and the social teaching that connects us.Choosing Reconciliation Over Division in a Multifaith AmericaDear church,From its earliest days, the United States has been shaped by religious diversity. Indigenous peoples sustained diverse spiritual and religious traditions long before the nation’s founding, and successive waves of settlers, including Protestants, Catholics, Jews, Muslims, Buddhists and others, […]
Across the Diocese: July 16, 2026
View as Webpage This Saturday: Ordinations to the PriesthoodJuly 18, 10:30 am | Saint Mark’s Cathedral, SeattlePlease join us for this year’s priestly ordinations on July 18, at 10:30 am, at Saint Mark’s Cathedral. All are invited to worship with us and celebrate the ordinations of five new priests: Vincent Booth, Tina Francis, Elizabeth Holland, Alison Leary, and Gabriel Oakes.Clergy: Please vest if you plan to participate in the laying on of hands. The festive color is red.Wild Church in RoslynSunday July 26 at 9AMWe’re going on a Wild Church field trip to Roslyn, WA! Join members from our […]
SW WA Synod eNews – July 22, 2026
July 22, 2026 Synod ResourcesAdministration, Compensation Guidelines, Constitutions, Financial, Personnel Policies, Pulpit Supply, Immigration, TransitionBoundary Training Opportunities for Rostered MinistersRound Ordination Anniversaries(source: ELCA Office of the Secretary Rostered Leader Anniversary Report)July 2026Rev. Erik Niemi25 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – July 15, 2001Rev. Ronald Gadde60 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – July 10, 1966Thank you for your faithful service to the people of God! Upcoming Eventslinks to event info embedded if applicableAugust 2100th Anniversary – 10am @ Emanuel Lutheran Church, YelmAugust 8Sacred Soil Garden Prayer – 10am @ Shepherd’s Field, SumnerAugust 18Admin Support Zoom – 1pmAugust 18Migrant Solidarity […]
Across the Diocese: July 2, 2026
View as Webpage 2026 NominationsDue September 21Following the Biblical task to “equip the Saints for the work of ministry” (Eph 4:12) takes a vibrant common life as a Diocese to support our common work of the Gospel making disciples. Accomplishing this mission requires people gifted by God to serve in various ways, one of which might be you reading this right now!Convention 2026 is coming up and we’re looking to fill the following roles:Diocesan Council – Be Attitudes (Clergy), Sno-Isle (Lay), Peninsula (Lay), At Large (1 Clergy and 1 Lay)Standing Committee – 1 Clergy & 1 LayCommission on Ministry […]
SW WA Synod eNews – June 24, 2026
June 24, 2026 Synod ResourcesAdministration, Compensation Guidelines, Constitutions, Financial, Personnel Policies, Pulpit Supply, Immigration, TransitionBoundary Training Opportunities for Rostered MinistersRound Ordination Anniversaries(source: ELCA Office of the Secretary Rostered Leader Anniversary Report)June 2026Rev. Louise Buckles5 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – June 6, 2021Rev. D. Scott Postlewait35 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – June 23, 1991Rev. Stephen J. Olson40 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – June 8, 1986Rev. Brian Stoffregen50 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – June 20, 1976Rev. David Steen65 Years – Minister of Word and Sacrament – June 11, 1961Rev. Donald Little65 […]