Events at Saint Mark’s

May 23rd (Dinner at 6:00 p.m. / film at 7:00 p.m.) – Our Spirits Don’t Speak English offers a Native American perspective on the history of Indian boarding schools. The government boarding school era was a dark chapter in American history. This film gives voice to the thousands of Native children who were educated in a system designed to strip them of their heritage and culture. 

Proceeds support the 2014 Youth Pilgrimage to England. Like-new donations only, drop off is May 19th-31st. No TVs, large furniture, or exercise equipment.

Bishop Gene Robinson is the featured speaker for the Westminster Town Hall Forum .  The Town Hall Forum explores critical issues of the day from an ethical perspective. 

Location: Westminster Presbyterian Church | 1200 Marquette Avenue (www.westminsterforum.org)

Bishop Robinson joins us to view and discuss this award-winning documentary that debuted in 2012 on PBS.  LOVE FREE OR DIE is about a man whose two defining passions are in direct conflict:  his love for God and for his partner Mark. Gene Robinson is the first openly gay person to become a bishop in the historic traditions of Christendom. His consecration in 2003, to which he wore a bullet-proof vest, caused an international stir, and he has lived with death threats every day since.  The film follows his personal journey as he calls for all to stand for the equality of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people in the eyes of God and the laws of our nation. (Source www.lovefreeordiemovie.com).  Youth and adults are welcome to see the film (length 1:23),  join the dialogue and attend a reception with Bishop Robinson. 

Bishop Robinson’s book is available in paperback on June 5, 2013.  This groundbreaking book lovingly and persuasively makes the case for same-sex marriage using a commonsense, reasoned, religious argument, made by someone who holds the religious text of the Bible to be holy and sacred and the ensuing two millennia of church history to be relevant to the discussion, equally familiar with the secular and political debate going on in America today, and for whom same-sex marriage is a personal issue (source www.randomhouse.com).

 The Cathedral Book Shop will have copies available at all events.  Bishop Robinson will join us in the St. Mark’s booth in  LoringPark at the Twin Cities Pride Festival to sign books :
Saturday, June 29^th 2013 and Sunday, June 30^th 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Location:  Loring Park – Twin Cities Pride Festival Booth # P023

There will also be opportunities for book signings following Love Free or Die and the Sunday Worship Service.

Bishop Robinson will join St. Markans and members of Episcopal Church in Minnesota faith communities in the Pride Parade.  Parade participants will meet at 10:00 a.m. at the St. Mark’s Parking lot and be transported to the beginning of the parade.  The parade begins at 11:00 am.  If you would like to join us contact Dwayne Purrington or Stephen Uhler.

T-Shirts for will be available beginning May 19 on Sunday mornings and in the bookshop. 

Bishop Robinson’s book is available in paperback on June 5, 2013.  This groundbreaking book lovingly and persuasively makes the case for same-sex marriage using a commonsense, reasoned, religious argument, made by someone who holds the religious text of the Bible to be holy and sacred and the ensuing two millennia of church history to be relevant to the discussion, equally familiar with the secular and political debate going on in America today, and for whom same-sex marriage is a personal issue (source www.randomhouse.com).

 The Cathedral Book Shop will have copies available at all events.  Bishop Robinson will join us in the St. Mark’s booth in  LoringPark at the Twin Cities Pride Festival to sign books :
Saturday, June 29^th 2013 and Sunday, June 30^th 1:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Location:  Loring Park – Twin Cities Pride Festival Booth # P023

There will also be opportunities for book signings following Love Free or Die and the Sunday Worship Service.

Bishop Robinson joins us as preacher at this service of worship and affirmation, sharing his message — “Out, Proud, and Christian.”  This service is for all LGBT and friends. and all are welcome to fully participate in this service. Join us before and after the service for fellowship and celebration.