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Violins of Hope at Saint Mark’s
The Violins of Hope collection was founded by Israeli violinmaker Amnon Weinstein, who devoted his life to restoring instruments that had belonged to Jewish musicians before and during the Holocaust.…
Read More Weekly Connector Friday, May 8, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Monthly Connector Complete information on worship, events, and more can be found in the Saint Mark’s Monthly Connector, available in…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, May 8, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral May 10: The Sixth Sunday of Easter 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Prelude: Aria – Peeters Service:…
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Cathedral Choir Residency ~ St. Paul’s Cathedral, London ~ August 10-16, 2026
Choirs throughout England and America apply to sing at the many cathedrals in the United Kingdom and Europe while their choirs are on summer break. Our choir has been approved…
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From the Provost’s Desk
Monday, May 4, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk May 4, 2026 Dear Cathedral Community, In this season of transition and discernment, as we continue the work…
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Weekly Connector Friday, May 1, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector May 1, 2026 We have shifted our Provost message to Mondays and the Weekly Connector to Fridays, see our…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, April 29, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral May 3: The Fifth Sunday of Easter 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Prelude: Arabesque – Vierne Service:…
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Sunday Night Supper – May 10 ~ 4:15 pm @ Plymouth Congregational
What: Gathering from 4:15 to 7:00 pm on the second Sunday of every month, at Plymouth Congregational Church, we prepare and serve over 100 neighborhood guests with hot meals. When: Please…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, April 27, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral We are shifting our Weekly Connector to Fridays starting in May! This Friday, May 1st, you will receive a hybrid Connector update.…
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From the Provost’s Desk
Friday, April 24, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral We are shifting our Provost’s message to Mondays starting in May! On Friday, May 1st, you will receive a hybrid email. Starting the…
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Voices of Reconciliation ~ Doe Hoyer ~ Recording from April 23, 2026
Here is a recording of the interview on March 25, 2026 between Doe Hoyer and Rev. Jay Phelan. Doe talked about reconciling with the earth through participating in Land Back…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral April 26: The Fourth Sunday of Easter 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Prelude: Pastorale – Milhaud Service: Mathias,…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, April 20, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector April 20, 2026 The campus will be closed every weekday this week (4/20 -4/24) from 8 – 4pm, except…
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Music Series: Vocal Recital featuring Maria Jette, Sunday May 3 @ 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
What would Lady Mary’s guests have enjoyed at a Downton Abbey soirée? In the Golden Age of English song, Stanford, Parry and Vaughan Williams rang out in the parlor as…
Read More Message from Bishop Craig Loya – April 17, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Beloved in Christ, One of the things I seem to have to learn over and over again is that most things…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture April 15, 2026 April19: The Third Sunday of Easter 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Prelude:…
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Construction, Safety, and Parking Update
April 14, 2026
Roof Replacement & Campus Safety Update Construction on the slate roof has begun with work now occurring dawn to dusk, Monday-Saturday. Because safety conditions change daily, the campus may be closed…
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From the Provost’s Desk
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Closure Notice Dear Cathedral Community, Between Wednesday, April 15, and Friday, April 24, the Cathedral will be closed to the public…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, April 13, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector April 13, 2026 Mission Area Gathering: Saturday, April 18, 9:00 – 11:30 am Saint Mark’s will be…
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Voices of Reconciliation
Doe Hoyer from the Coalition to Dismantle the Doctrine of Discovery
Wednesday April 22, 2026 7:00 pm
Join us for our next Voices of Reconciliation conversation. Doe Hoyer will talk about reconciling with the earth through participating in Land Back and in ongoing repentance of the Doctrine…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, April 10, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk April 10, 2026 Dear Cathedral Community, In Acts 2, Peter stands up in a moment of transition.…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture April 8, 2026 April12: The Second Sunday of Easter 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Prelude:…
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Agate Housing: “A Walk in the Life” Fundraiser
Saturday, April 25 4:00 pm -7:00 pm
Saint Mark’s has an emerging partnership with Agate Housing and we’d love to have a strong showing for the Saint Mark’s team “Team Ramjet” at A Walk in the Life…
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Music Series String Recital featuring Lux String Quartet
April 19 – 2:30 pm – 3:30 pm
Lux String Quartet is a Twin-Cities based ensemble that brings a dynamic edge to performance and education. The group is committed to performing 20th and 21st-century repertoire and works by…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, April 6, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector April 6, 2026 Reminder: Cathedral Campus closed 4/6 & 4/7 The Monthly Connector Complete information on…
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Message from Bishop Craig Loya – April 3, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From Bishop Loya April 3, 2026 Beloved in Christ, In my homily for the three Chrism Masses held this week across the…
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Art Gallery – Jil Evans – Shadowbloom Series
Oil on Canvas ~ April 5 – May 31
Please join us for an artist’s reception Sunday, May 17 in the Art Gallery at 12:00. We will be talking with Jil Evans about her latest work in this exhibit…
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Parking Options for Easter Services
During Easter weekend Saint Mark’s has additional and various parking options available. These include: The Woman’s Club lot, 410 Oak Grove St Alliiance Architecture lot, 400 Clifton Lot at 1409…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture April 1, 2026 Join Us Holy Week and Easter April 1 – April 5 Worship Schedule …
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Sunday Night Supper – April 12 ~ 4:15 pm @ Plymouth Congregational
What: Gathering from 4:15 to 7:00 pm on the second Sunday of every month, at Plymouth Congregational Church, we prepare and serve over 100 neighborhood guests with hot meals. When: Please…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, March 30, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector March 30, 2026 During this Holy Week and Easter season, all plate offerings received from Palm…
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Construction, Safety, and Parking Update
March 28, 2026
Campus Closure *** NEW DATES *** April 7, 21, 24 For safety precautions around the roof work the full Cathedral campus will be closed on these dates: Roof Replacement &…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, March 27 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk March 27, 2026 Dear Beloved Cathedral Community, Could we start again? As we enter Holy Week…
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Voices of Reconciliation ~ Rev. Dr. DeWayne Davis ~ Recording from March 26, 2026
Here is a recording of the interview on March 25, 2026 between Rev. Dr. DeWayne Davis and Andrew (Columba) Stewart, Theologian in Residence, Theologian in Residence at Saint Mark’s. Rev.…
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Easter Week 2026 Worship Schedule
For the Maundy Thursday shared meal fegister here or via the QR code below. Cost is $20 per ticket. Register after services beginning March 15. Deadline for registration is Sunday, March…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, March 25, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture March 25, 2026 March 29: Palm Sunday 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Introit: Hosanna to…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, March 16, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector March 16, 2026 Roof Replacement & Campus Safety Update Construction on the slate roof is…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, March 23, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector March 23, 2026 Roof Replacement & Campus Safety Update Construction on the slate roof is now occurring…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, March 20, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk March 20, 2026 Dear Cathedral Community, Cathedral family, this week is a moment, a line of demarcation.…
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Construction, Safety, and Parking Update
March 18, 2026
Campus Closure – April 7, 20, 24 For safety precautions around the roof work the full Cathedral campus will be closed on these dates: Roof Replacement & Campus Safety Update…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture March 18, 2026 March 22: The Fifth Sunday in Lent…
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Children, Youth, and Family at
St. Mark’s This Easter Season
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Gather Us Again to Hear Holy God, lover of our souls, we come before you as people created by and…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, March 13, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk March 13, 2026 Dear Cathedral Community, As we arrive at the Fourth Sunday in Lent, the scriptures invite…
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Construction, Safety, and Parking Update
March 12, 2026
Roof Replacement & Campus Safety Update Construction on the slate roof has begun with work now occurring dawn to dusk, Monday-Saturday (paused during Holy Week). Activity remains focused on the east side…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture March 11, 2026 March 15: The Fourth Sunday in Lent 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir…
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Reclaiming Christianity in the Public Square
March 29 2:00 PM-2:30 PM
Join many other ECMN congregations and Christians across the state for a Palm Sunday Faith Action on Sunday, March 29, at 2pm in Saint Paul, celebrating our faith’s call to…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, March 9, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Events and Announcements of Parish Life The Weekly Connector March 9, 2026 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS March 1 – 31, Chris Faust,…
Read More Message From Bishop Craig Loya March 6, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From Bishop Craig Loya March 6, 2026 Beloved in Christ, Last summer, a bike trip with my daughter through Iowa coincided with…
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Construction, Safety, and Parking Update
March 4, 2026
Roof Replacement & Campus Safety Update Construction on the slate roof has begun with work now occurring dawn to dusk, Monday-Saturday (paused during Holy Week). Activity remains focused on the east side…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture March 4, 2026 March 8: The Third Sunday in…
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Voices of Reconciliation ~ Rabbi Marcia Zimmerman of Temple Israel ~ Recording from February 25, 2026
Here is a recording of the interview on February 25, 2026 between Rabbi Marcia Zimmerman of Temple Israel in Minneapolis, the former police chief for the city of Minneapolis, and…
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Voices of Reconciliation ~ Rev. Dr. DeWayne Davis ~ Wednesday March 25, 2026 7:00 pm
Join us for our next Voices of Reconciliation conversation on Wednesday March 25th, at 7:00 pm, with the Rev. Dr. DeWayne Davis. Rev. Davis has spent much of his career…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, March 2, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector March 2, 2026 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS March 1 – 31, Christ Faust, Photography, “Work Makes You Free,” Art…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Saturday, February 28, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk February 28, 2026 Dear Beloved Community, These days weigh heavily on our hearts. The escalation of violence…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, February 27, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk February 27, 2026 Dear Cathedral Community, How Is It with Your Soul? Lent invites us to slow…
Read More Cathedral Culture Thursday, February 25, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture February 25, 2026 March 1: The Second Sunday in Lent 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Service:…
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Lake Wobegon Brass Band
March 7, 2026
7:30 pm-9:00 pm
FREE ADMMISSION
The Lake Wobegon® Brass Band is thrilled to return to St. Mark’s. Founded in 1992 and based in Anoka, the 30-member band follows traditional British brass band instrumentation and plays…
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Sunday Night Supper – March 8 ~ 4:15 pm @ Plymouth Congregational
What: Gathering from 4:15 to 7:00 pm on the second Sunday of every month, at Plymouth Congregational Church, we prepare and serve over 100 neighborhood guests with hot meals. When: Please…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, February 23, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector February 23, 2026 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS Feb. 24, Tuesday – Fresh Start at Great River Landing, 12:00 pm Feb.…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, February 20, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk February 20, 2026 Dear Cathedral Community, Last week I attended our diocesan clergy retreat – a beautiful…
Read More Cathedral Culture Thursday, February 18, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture February 18, 2026 February 22: The First Sunday in Lent 10:30am Holy…
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Voices of Reconciliation ~ Former Police Chief Medaria Arradondo ~ Recording from January 14, 2026
Here is a recording of the interview on January 14, 2026 between Medaria Arradondo, the former police chief for the city of Minneapolis, and Rev. Dr. Jay Phelan, Theologian in…
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Construction, Safety, and Parking Update
February 17, 2026
Dear Cathedral Community, As we continue working to replace the slate on our roof, I would like to remind everyone of the importance of scheduling your appointments in advance when…
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Art Gallery – Chris Faust – Photography
Work Makes You Free – Images of Auschwitz
February 15 – March 31
Chris Faust – Photography – February 15 – March 31 Work Makes You Free is a collection of photographs taken at the Auschwitz concentration camps while touring the Eastern Bloc…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, February 16, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector February 16, 2026 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS Feb. 18, Wednesday – Ash Wednesday worship, 12:15 pm and 7:30 pm Feb.…
Read More Cathedral Culture Thursday, February 11, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture February 11, 2026 February 15: The Last Sunday after the Epiphany 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Prelude:…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, February 9, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector February 9, 2026 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS Feb. 12, Thursday – Women’s Ministry, 6 – 7:30, Library. (Bring a simple…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, February 6, 2026 – #2 of 2
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk February 6, 2026 Dear Cathedral Community, I want to share a brief update with you, including an…
Read More Vestry Voice – February 6, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News from the Saint Mark’s Council Vestry Voice February 6, 2026 Dear Saint Markans, By now, you…
Read More Message from Bishop Craig Loya – October 10, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Message from Bishop Craig Loya October 10, 2025 Beloved in Christ, Like most people, I am at my worst…
Read More Message from Bishop Craig Loya November 08, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Message from Bishop Craig Loya November 08, 2025 Beloved in Christ, This year has marked the 1700th anniversary of…
Read More Message from the Senior Warden – January 6, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral A Message from the Senior Warden January 6, 2026 Happy New Year, Saint Mark’s! I hope this message finds you…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, February 6, 2026 – #1 of 2
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk February 6, 2026 Dear Cathedral Community, In 1978, in the painful aftermath of a bitter divorce, my…
Read More Cathedral Culture Thursday, February 5, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture February 5, 2026 February 8: The Fifth Sunday after the Epiphany 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Prelude:…
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Voices of Reconciliation ~ Rabbi Marcia Zimmerman ~ February 25, 2026 7:00 pm
Join us for our next Voices of Reconciliation conversation on Wednesday, February 25th. at 7:00 PM with Rabbi Marcia Zimmerman of Temple Israel in Minneapolis. Rabbi Zimmerman has served her…
Read More Message from Bishop Craig Loya Regarding Immigrant Support & Action – January 30, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Message from Bishop Craig Loya January 30, 2026 Beloved in Christ, On Tuesday, I received this public letter from Bishop…
Read More Message From Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe Regarding the Emergency Migration Ministry – January 31, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Message from Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe January 31, 2026 Presiding Bishop Sean Rowe: Support Emergency Migration Ministry Dear…
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Weekly Connector Monday, February 2, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Events and Announcements of Parish Life The Weekly Connector February 2, 2026 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS Feb. 3, Tuesday – Knitting Group, 10:30…
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Lenten Small Group Discussions – For Such a Time as This: An Emergency Devotional
The book – For Such a Time As This – An Emergency Devotional by Hanna Reichel This book is so good, these days are so fraught, and St. Markans are…
Read More Provost’s Desk Friday, January 30, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk January 30, 2026 Dear Cathedral Community, In the Gospel according to Matthew, Jesus climbs a hillside, sits…
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Ash Wednesday Worship – 12:15 pm and 7:30 pm
The 12:15 PM service will be spoken Eucharist. The 7:30 PM service will be a choral Eucharist featuring the following music: Service: Stanford in C and F Imposition: Psalm 51…
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Joining the Episcopal Church – classes begin February 1
Adults (defined as age 16+ in the Episcopal Church) who are considering being … • Baptized as new members of the Church. • Confirmed as Episcopalians. • Received into the…
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Sunday Night Supper – February 8 ~ 4:15 pm @ Plymouth Congregational
What: Gathering from 4:15 to 7:00 pm on the second Sunday of every month, at Plymouth Congregational Church, we prepare and serve over 100 neighborhood guests with hot meals. When: Please…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, January 26, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector January 26, 2026 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS Jan. 1 – Feb. 15 – A Festival of Banners: A Celebration…
Read More Provost’s Desk Saturday, January 24, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk January 24, 2026 Dearest Cathedral Community, In light of today’s events, and as we gather only for the…
Read More Provost’s Desk Friday, January 23, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk January 23, 2026 Dear Beloved Community of Saint Mark’s, “Give us grace, O Lord, to answer readily the…
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Cathedral Culture Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture Wednesday, January21, 2026 January 25: The Third Sunday after the Epiphany…
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Vestry Voice ~ January 19, 2026
News from the Saint Mark’s Council Annual Meeting for 2025 This coming Sunday, January 25, 2026 we will gather for one combined worship service…
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Vestry Candidates ~ 2026
Brian Myers Candidate for Senior WardenBiography I am currently serving St. Mark’s as the Treasurer (for the last two years), a member of the Dean Search Committee and the middle…
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January 23 ~ Day of Prayer and Fasting For Truth and Freedom
Many among us – people of good will and faithful conscience – are wondering: is now the time? Are we at the time when our most fundamental rights as human beings…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, January 19, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Events and Announcements of Parish Life The Weekly Connector January 19, 2026 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS Jan. 1 – 31 – A Festival…
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Give to Casa Maria
Casa Maria is a food shelf and clothing closet ministry of St. Nicholas Episcopal Church in Richfield, serving immigrant families from across the Minneapolis and St. Paul area, many of…
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Migrant Support Fund
The ECMN Migrant Support Fund provides rapid, flexible financial assistance to meet urgent and emerging needs of immigrant individuals and families across the diocese. Funds are used to: Provide emergency…
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Refer a Migrant in Need
Do you know someone who is a migrant in need of such assistance? If so, please reach out to one of the members of the ECMN Migration Caucus Leadership Team:…
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Greet at Misa
While we’ve had small numbers at our Saint Mark’s Spanish language Saturday service lately, it’s still important to show up for our neighbors and fellow parishioners. You can sign up…
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Help Affected Families
Colectiva Bilingue, the group of five Minneapolis Public Schools dual-immersion schools, is distributing rent support funds for families who are in hiding or have had breadwinners abducted. This is a…
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Care for Responders
There are multiple community members cooking food for those who are on the frontlines of supporting immigrant neighbors. If this sounds like something you would like to do, Rev. Clara…
Read More Provost’s Desk Friday, January 16, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk January 16, 2026 Dear Beloved Community of Saint Mark’s, “The next day Jesus saw John coming toward him…
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Casa Maria
Casa Maria is a food shelf and clothing closet ministry of St. Nicholas Episcopal Church in Richfield, serving immigrant families from across the Minneapolis and St. Paul area, many of…
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Migrant Support Fund
The ECMN Migrant Support Fund provides rapid, flexible financial assistance to meet urgent and emerging needs of immigrant individuals and families across the diocese. Funds are used to: Provide emergency…
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Connect With Your Saint Mark’s Neighbors
In the interest of keeping all of us safe, especially our immigrant neighbors, a lot of this organizing is done person-to-person to build trust. If you’d like support on getting…
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Connect With Your Neighbors
One of the most effective ways of preventing abductions by ICE is being connected with your neighbors. There are rapid response groups, mutual aid hubs, and block organizing that is making…
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Saint Mark’s Story Circle
One of the tools of despair is isolation, thinking we are having experiences alone. Sharing our stories is a powerful way to connect as well as process all that we…
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Nightly Healing Space
A group of faith leaders and healers hold space each evening for those working to protect their neighbors and community. This interfaith and open space can be very helpful after…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture Wednesday, January 14, 2026 January 18: The Second Sunday after the…
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Weekly Connector Monday, January 12, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Events and Announcements of Parish Life The Weekly Connector January 12, 2026 JANUARY 2026 HIGHLIGHTS Jan. 1 – 31 A Festival…
Read More Prayer Vigil ~ Online ~ Tuesday, January 13 ~ 7:00 PM
Join Episcopalians and faith partners in prayerful solidarity for an online vigil organized by The Episcopal Church’s public policy, partnership, and witness division in partnership with the Episcopal Church in…
Read More Provost’s Desk Friday, January 9, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk January 9, 2026 Dear Cathedral Family, We are so happy to welcome those being baptized at this Sundays…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture Wednesday, January 7, 2026 January 11: The First Sunday after the Epiphany: The Baptism of Our Lord 10:30am Holy…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Wednesday, January 7, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk January 7, 2026 Dear Cathedral Community, We know that recent news about increased immigration enforcement activity has caused…
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Music Series ~ Ladyslipper Ensemble ~ Sunday, January 18 @ 2:30PM ~ Free Admission
Ladyslipper Ensemble is a Twin Cities classical music chamber group dedicated to uncovering lost works and introducing audiences to new & rarely heard pieces in intimate settings. Free Admission. Doors open…
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Weekly Connector Monday, January 5, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Events and Announcements of Parish Life The Weekly Connector January 5, 2026 JANUARY 2026 HIGHLIGHTS Jan. 1 – 31,…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, January 2, 2026
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk January 2, 2026 Dear Cathedral Community, “Eternal Father, you gave to your incarnate Son the holy name of Jesus…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture Wednesday, December 31, 2025 January 4: The Second Sunday of Christmas 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir…
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Sunday Night Supper – January 11 4:15 pm @ Plymouth Congregational
What: Gathering from 4:15 to 7:00 pm on the second Sunday of every month, at Plymouth Congregational Church, we prepare and serve over 100 neighborhood guests with hot meals. When: Please…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, December 29, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Events and Announcements of Parish Life The Weekly Connector December 29, 2025 The Cathedral will be closed through January 2nd.…
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Feast of the Epiphany ~ January 6th at 7:30pm
We celebrate on January 6th at 7:30pm the Feast of the Epiphany with a Choral Mass. We remember the many “epiphanies” or revelations of Jesus Christ as God’s Son to…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, December 24, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture Wednesday, December 24, 2025 December 24: Christmas Eve 4:00pm A Festival of…
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Caritas Vocal Ensemble ~ January 11th at 2:00 pm
Caritas Vocal Ensemble is a nonprofit vocal group that performs unique and surprising concerts to benefit the community in collaboration with partners that share our values. This concert partners with…
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Voices of Reconciliation ~ Former Police Chief Medaria Arradondo ~ January 14 7:00 PM
Join us for a conversation between Medaria Arradondo, the former police chief for the city of Minneapolis, and Rev. Dr. Jay Phelan, Theologian in Residence at Saint Mark’s. Medaria Arradondo…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, December 22, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Events and Announcements of Parish Life The Weekly Connector December 22, 2025 The Cathedral will be closed December…
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From the Provost’s Desk ~ Reverend Siri
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk December 19, 2025 Dear Cathedral Family, Matthew 1:18-25 reminds us that God enters the world through moments of…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, December 17, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture Wednesday, December 17, 2025 December 21: The Fourth Sunday of Advent…
Read More Connector Monday, December 15, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector December 15, 2025 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS Wednesday, Dec. 17, 6:00-8:00 pm, Advent Evenings: For Such a Time as…
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Banners: A Celebration of Liturgical Textile Art
“Banners and Flags are, in the truest sense, a celebration art form. They are strong, simple graphic statements in cloth, created to commemorate special events in our lives, to identify…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, December 12, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk December 12, 2025 Dear Cathedral Community, As we walk deeper into this Advent season, my heart keeps…
Read More Cathedral Culture Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture Wednesday, December 10, 2025 December 14: The Third Sunday of Advent…
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Celebrate Ray Johnston’s 25th Year ~ December 14 after 10:30 AM Service
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Come celebrate with us! Sunday, December 14, after 10:30 service Friends, Saint Markans, and lovers of good music and good cake: On…
Read More Weekly Connector Monday, December 8, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Events and Announcements of Parish Life The Weekly Connector December 8, 2025 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS Wednesday, Dec. 10, 6:00-8:00 pm, Advent…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, December 5, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk December 05, 2025 Beloved Cathedral Community, This Sunday we hear the voice of John the Baptist ringing…
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A Great British Christmas ~ December 20 @ 7:30 PM
Selections include: Brother Heinrich’s Christmas – Rutter Nutcracker Suite – Tchaikovsky Selections from Messiah – Handel Carols with audience participation Michael Barone (narrator), Cathedral Choir, Choral Society, and Orchestra directed by Raymond Johnston.…
Read More Sunday Night Supper – December 14th 4:15-7:00 pm @ Plymouth Congregational
What: Gathering from 4:15 to 7:00 pm on the second Sunday of every month, at Plymouth Congregational Church, we prepare and serve over 100 neighborhood guests with hot meals. When: Please arrive…
Read More Annual Campaign 2025 – UPDATE
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Annual Campaign 2025 A REQUEST FROM YOUR STEWARDSHIP COMMITTEE On behalf of Saint Mark’s stewardship committee, I’d like to thank…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture Wednesday, December 3, 2025 December 7: The Second Sunday of Advent…
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St Mark’s Vestry is looking for candidates
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral An Invitation to Leadership at Saint Mark’s As we continue journeying through this season of transition and prayerful anticipation for the calling…
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Weekly Connector Monday, December 1, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Events and Announcements of Parish Life The Weekly Connector December 1, 2025 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS Wednesday, Dec. 3, 6:00-8:00 pm, Advent…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk November 28, 2025 Dear Cathedral Community, “A prison cell, in which one waits, hopes-and is completely dependent…
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Cathedral Culture Wednesday, November 26, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture Wednesday, November 26, 2025 November 30: The First Sunday of Advent 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Prelude:…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk November 25, 2025 Dear St. Markans and beloved members of our extended Cathedral community, As we enter this…
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Episcopal Church of Minnesota Convention 2025 – report from delegate Jacob Buchen
We Are Called To Do This Work Together My name is Jacob Buchen, I am a member of the vestry and the finance chair here at the cathedral. Though I…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Events and Announcements of Parish Life The Weekly Connector November 24, 2025 UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS Thursday, Nov. 27, 10:00 am. Thanksgiving…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture Wednesday, November 19, 2025 November 23: The Last Sunday after Pentecost – Christ the King 10:30am Holy Eucharist with…
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Recording of November Conversation – Rev. Craig Lemming and Andy Stewart
On November 19 the Rev. Craig Lemming, Associate Rector of St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Church in St. Paul, engaged in a conversation with Dr. Andrew (Andy) Stewart, Theologian in…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture Wednesday, November 19, 2025 November 23: The Last Sunday after Pentecost – Christ the King 10:30am Holy Eucharist with…
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Advent Service with Carols, Sunday November 30 – 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector November 17, 2025 COMING UP IN NOVEMBER! Wednesday, Nov. 19, 7:00 pm. Voices of Reconciliation; Rev. Craig…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk November 14, 2025 “Behold, I am about to create new heavens and a new earth.” Dear Cathedral…
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In the Art Gallery – Works by Kristie Bretzke, Luke Hillestand, and Kamlika Chandla
Coal Room Series – Carl Bretzke by Kristie Bretzke Kristie Bretzke Biography Kristie Bretske is a realist painter whose focus is psychological portraits. Her portraits are simple, quiet and introspective.…
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Music Series featuring Mill City String Quartet, November 16 – 2:30 pm—3:30 pm
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector November 10, 2025 COMING UP IN NOVEMBER! Monday, Nov. 10, 6:00 pm. Mixed Blood Equitable Dinners presents…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk November 07, 2025 Dear Cathedral Community, I invite you to pray on the Bishop’s message this week…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture Wednesday, November 05, 2025 November 9: The Twenty-Second Sunday after Pentecost…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk October 31, 2025 “You are righteous, O Lord, and your judgments are right. You have appointed your…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Events and Announcements of Parish Life The Weekly Connector November 3, 2025 COMING UP IN NOVEMBER! Sunday, Nov. 9, 11:45…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Monday Connector October 6, 2025 Meditation Our greatest glory is not in never falling, But in rising up every…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector October 27, 2025 Meditation Choose to be kind over being right and you will be right every…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector October 20, 2025 Meditation Aspire to humility rather than power and privilege, for grace and gentleness sustain…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral The Weekly Connector October 13, 2025 Meditation Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk October 12, 2025 Dear friends, As some of you have noticed, we’ve added the presence of Safety Team…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk October 3, 2025 Beloved Community, As I am traveling today, I invited Mike Shepherd, Vestry Member-Stewardship Chair to…
Read More From the Provost’s Desk Friday, October 24, 2025
Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk October 24, 2025 Dear Cathedral Community, In 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18, Paul writes from the heart of his…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral From the Provost’s Desk October 17, 2025 Dear Cathedral community, This Sunday’s readings draw us into a simple but powerful message:…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture Wednesday, October 29, 2025 November 2: All Saints Sunday 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Prelude: Benedictus –…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture Wednesday, October 22, 2025 October 26: The Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral News for the Arts and Community Affairs Cathedral Culture Wednesday, October 08, 2025 September 21: The Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost…
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Email from Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral Cathedral Culture Wednesday, October 15, 2025 October 19: The Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost 10:30am Holy Eucharist with the Cathedral Choir Prelude:…
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Music Series Organ Recital featuring Richard Gray – November 9 @ 2:30-3:30 pm
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Voices of Reconciliation – Reverend Craig Lemming – Wednesday, November 19 @ 7:00-8:00 pm
The Event Join us on Wednesday, November 19th, at 7:00 PM for the third and final event in the “Voices of Reconciliation” fall series, which has highlighted pastoral leaders from…
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Luncheon supporting Groveland Emergency Food Shelf Soup Drive – November 16 11:45 am to 1:00 pm
Sunday November 16, from 11:45 am – 1:00 pm, please join with Saint Mark’s community for a comforting Soup Luncheon. Help feed the hungry, while sharing a simple meal of…
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November is Groveland Emergency Food Shelf SOUP DRIVE
The Groveland Food Shelf: GEFS is a non-profit serving our neighbors for 50 years in the Loring Park/Stephens Square neighborhood, providing groceries to anyone in need. Feeding the hungry: Use…
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Sunday, November 2 — Episcopal Visitation of Bishop Loya
On Sunday, November 2, we will joyfully welcome The Right Reverend Craig Loya, Bishop of the Episcopal Church in Minnesota, for his Episcopal Visitation to Saint Mark’s Cathedral. Bishop Loya…
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What: Gathering from 4:15 to 7:00 pm on the second Sunday of every month, at Plymouth Congregational Church, we prepare and serve over 100 neighborhood guests with hot meals. When: Please arrive…
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Music Series Piano Recital featuring Elizabeth Wolff – Sunday, October 26 2:30 PM
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Music Series – Mark Billy, Baritone – Sunday, October 12 2:30 PM
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Recording of September 24 Conversation – Robert Two Bulls and Andy Stewart
On September 24 the Rev. Canon Robert Two Bulls, Missioner for the Department of Indian Work for the Episcopal Church in Minnesota engaged in a conversation with Dr. Andrew (Andy)…
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Claiming Everyday Faith – Starting Tuesday, September 30
Claiming Everyday Faith, Together: Small Groups for Fall 2025 As followers of Jesus, we are called to love God and our neighbor, not just conceptually, but wholeheartedly, in every…
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Joining the Episcopal Church – classes begin October 26
Adults (defined as age 16+ in the Episcopal Church) who are considering being … • Baptized as new members of the Church. • Confirmed as Episcopalians. • Received into the…
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In the Art Gallery – Works of Rev. Canon Robert Two Bulls
Image: “Tayamnicankahu (Orions Belt)” Watercolor on Paper by Robert Two Bulls The Rev. Canon Robert Two Bulls is a prolific visual artist with an affinity for exploration in the intersection…
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September 21 Ministries Fair
Join us on Sunday, September 21st, between before or after the 10:30 service, to learn about the wide variety of ministries and affinity groups at Saint Mark’s, including several new…
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Saint Mark’s Music Series 2025-2026 Season
DETAILS ABOUT THE 2025-2026 PERFORMANCES PDF COPY OF THE SERIES BROCHURE
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Celebrate Pride Month at Saint Mark’s!
Visit our Pride page to learn about how you can celebrate Pride Month with Saint Mark’s.
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Coming Soon: Pride Month at Saint Mark’s!
LGBTQ+ Pride Month is Underway! Pride Month is gearing up, as we make plans for the big festival at the end of the month. You can get involved in…
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The Rev. Canon Dr. Stephanie Spellers at Saint Mark’s Fontaine Series June 16
Monday, June 16 6:30-7:30 pm: Program 7:30-9 pm: Reception On Monday, June 16, Saint Mark’s welcomes The Rev. Canon Dr. Stephanie Spellers for an evening of reflection and insight as the keynote speaker…
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Join Us for Doors Open, May 17 and 18
On Saturday, May 17th and Sunday, May 18th, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. each day, Saint Mark’s will welcome visitors for special guided or self-guided tours during Doors Open…
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Music Series Season Finale: Music of Hope and Remembrance on May 17
Saint Mark’s Cathedral Music Series presents the Season Finale: Music of Hope and Remembrance on Saturday, May 17 at 7:30 p.m. The program will feature: Pie Jesu – John Rutter…
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Join Saint Mark’s for Holy Week
Join Holy Week at Saint Mark’s from April 13-20: Sunday, April 13: Palm Sunday Worship Services 8 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 5 p.m. Evensong Wednesday, April 16: Service of Tenebrae7:30 p.m.…
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Ash Wednesday Services at Saint Mark’s
Please join us for our Ash Wednesday services on Wednesday, March 5. Services will be held at 7 a.m., 12:15 p.m. and 7:30 p.m.
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Saint Mark’s Dean Search Complete
Dean Search March 15, 2026 Update We are pleased to report that your search Committee has made significant progress in the past month. We have completed our interviews of the…
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Winter Round Tables 2025
3 Consecutive Wednesdays in January Saint Mark’s Community Room This ever-popular 3-week series focuses on building relationships over dinner and timely conversation topics, on Wednesday, January 15, 22, and 29. Each…
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Christmas Services at Saint Mark’s
Please note that doors will open 30 minutes prior to services Tuesday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols | 4 p.m. Carols with Brass | 10:30…
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Returning in April: Round Table Wednesdays
April 19, 26, and May 3, 6:00- 8:00 pm Please join us for the Spring Round Table, offered in the Community Room of Saint Mark’s. With fellowship including simple refreshments beginning…
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December 13, 2024
Dear Cathedral Community , This week’s Gospel, Luke 3:7-18, brings us the urgent and vivid call of John the Baptist. His fiery words call us to examine our hearts, turn…
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Join in the Call to Serve
Fall 2024 – Spring 2025 Our Scriptural Guide Love the Lord your God with all your heart, mind and soul, and love your neighbor as yourself.” (Matt 22: 37-39)…
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Message From Bishop Craig Loya 11.06.24
Beloved in Christ, At five o’clock this morning, my daughter and I went for a run together, as we often do. It was very dark, and the…
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From the Provost: 50th Anniversary of Women Priests
Dear Siblings in Christ, Today we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the ordination of women to the priesthood, and my heart overflows with joy and gratitude. This milestone marks half…
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Celebration of Women’s Ordination to the Priesthood
On July 29, 1974 – the Philadelphia Eleven were the FIRST women ordained as priests in the Episcopal Church; two years before General Convention affirmed and explicitly authorized the ordination of women to the priesthood. In 1976, the General Convention was in…
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Greetings from Germany
Dear Cathedral Community, Greetings from Germany! I am writing to provide you with an update on our pilgrimage journey. We have landed in Germany and on our 2nd day. We and…
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Reflecting on Pride 2024
Beloved Cathedral Community, “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and mind” and “love your neighbor as yourself” (Matthew 22:37-39, NRSV). I am thankful for all the…
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Growth in Transition
Dear Cathedral Family, In this blessed season of summer, I want to share a message that speaks to me to be the heart of our journey together as a church…
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United with LGBTQ Community
Dear Cathedral Community, As I reflect on Mark 3:20-35, I am reminded of a powerful message about the unity of believers in Christ. Jesus speaks of the importance of unity…
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Love. Always. Revival at General Convention
All are welcome to watch this special event the night before the start of the 81st General Convention – June 22, 7-9 PM ET. In his 27th and final revival as presiding…
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Pride 2024
LGBTQ+ Pride Month is here! Saint Mark’s always goes big for Pride and this year is no different. We have many Pride-related events for folks to attend and opportunities for…
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Trinity Sunday 2024
“Glory to you, Lord God of our fathers; you are worthy of praise, glory to you.” Dear Cathedral Community, Preaching on the Trinity is hard. To explain the Trinity, for…
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Garden Love
“God took the Man and set him down in the Garden of Eden to work the ground and keep it in order.” (Genesis 2:13 , The Message) The pollinator garden is…
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Pentecost 2024
Come Holy Spirit Come! As we draw near to the end of another program year, it’s a time for us to pause, reflect, and embrace the journey we’ve shared together.…
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The Easter Season
The Lord is Risen! The Lord is risen indeed! This joyful call and response for Easter morning is a beloved part of our liturgy. These simple words embody the most…
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Holy Week and Easter Schedule
Sunday, March 24 (Palm Sunday) 8 a.m. Eucharist Rite I 10:30 a.m. Choral Eucharist Rite II 5 p.m. Choral Evensong Wednesday, March 27 7:30 p.m. Service of Tenebrae Thursday, March…
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Piano Recital by William Eddins: Feb. 25
Sunday, February 25 | 2:30 p.m. See acclaimed pianist and conductor make his first appearance in Saint Mark’s Music Series. The program will include a performance of Goyescas (The Gallants…
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A Sacred Journey Together: Lent 2024
The rituals and rhythms of Lent have been a part of the Christian faith from the beginning. Whether they are relatively new to you, or a part of your DNA,…
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Blessing Candles on the Feast of Presentation (Candlemas): Feb. 4
Forty days after Christmas, the infant Jesus was presented in the temple of Jerusalem and placed in the arms of the old man Simeon (Luke 2:22-40) who declared: Lord, you…
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Absalom Jones Feast Day Service at St. John the Evangelist: Feb. 11
Absalom Jones Feast DaySunday, February 11, 3 p.m. | St. John the Evangelist, St. PaulCo-presented by Holy Trinity & St. John’s Holy Trinity and St. John the Evangelist Episcopal Churches…
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Pancake Sunday ~ February 15, 2026 ~ 8:30AM – 10:30AM
Suggested Donation: $10.00 per person or as fits your budget. Donations are appreciated to support our community events. No RSVP needed – just come hungry,
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Saint Mark’s 2026 Annual Meeting: Jan. 25
Meeting will follow the 10:00 “time changed” service. Lunch will follow the meeting.
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Organ Recital by Christopher Ganza: Feb. 11
Sunday, Feb. 11 | 2:30 p.m. Please join us for the next concert in Saint Mark’s Music Series: an organ recital by Christopher Ganza, Choir Director and Organist of the…
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Organ Recital by Dean Billmeyer, Jan. 14
Please join us for the next concert in our Saint Mark’s Music Series on Jan. 14 at 2:30 p.m. Admission is free. Dean Billmeyer is the Northrop Organist, University of…
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Organ Recital by Scott Turkington, Jan. 7
Sunday, January 7 | 2:30 p.m. Join us for the next concert in Saint Mark’s Music Series on Sunday, January 7 at 2:30 p.m., where Scott Turkington will perform an…
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Christmas Services at Saint Mark’s
Sunday, December 24 (Christmas Eve) 8 a.m. Advent IV Eucharist, Rite I 10:30 a.m. Advent IV Choral Eucharist, Rite II (Livestream available) 4 p.m. A Festival of 9 Lessons and…
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The Longest Night Service, Dec. 21
Thursday, December 21 | 2 p.m. Every Advent is different. Some are memorable because of the plans we made. Some are memorable because of the people who surrounded us. Some…
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Feast of the Virgin of Guadalupe, Dec. 12
Tuesday, December 12 | 6 p.m. Saint Mark’s is a home to many, and therefore we are honored to celebrate different feast days throughout the year – one of which is…
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World AIDS Day Eucharist and Remembrance Dec. 1
Friday, December 1 | 12 p.m. Each year on December 1, the world unites to commemorate World AIDS Day. This annual event serves as a reminder of the global struggle…
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Young Adult Friendsgiving Potluck Nov. 19
Saint Mark’s Young Adult Ministry (St. Yam for short) is hosting a Young Adult Friendsgiving potluck on Sunday, November 19 at 5 p.m. If you’d like to connect with young…
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Mid-Season Music Concert Nov. 18
Enjoy Saint Mark’s Music Series’ Mid-Season Music Concert on Saturday, Nov. 18 at 7:30 p.m. Directed by Raymond Johnston, the program will include: Organ concerto – Francis PoulencSoloist: Scott TurkingtonSaint…
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ECMN Convention Opening Liturgy of Choral Evensong
Thursday, November 9 | 5:30 p.m. All are Welcome to the ECMN Convention Opening Liturgy of Choral Evensong. The Reverends Craig Lemming and Siri Hauge Hustad will officiate (Reverend Craig is…
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Fall Events at Saint Mark’s
Join us for the following upcoming events: Nov. 4, 7:30 p.m. Concert: Southwest MN Orchestra Nov. 5, 9:15 a.m. Formation: Intergenerational Gathering Nov. 5, 10:30 a.m. All Saints’ Sunday with…
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All Souls’ Service Nov. 2, 7:30 p.m.
Please join us at Saint Mark’s All Souls’ Service on Thursday, November 2 at 7:30 p.m. During the liturgy of the table, we will read the names of all those…
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Music Series: The Southwest Minnesota Orchestra, Nov. 4
November 4 @ 7:30 pm The Southwest Minnesota Orchestra Program to include Choral Fantasia by Beethoven, and Symphony No. 1 by Schubert Conducted by Dr. Daniel Rieppel Free admission
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Make Your 2024 Commitment to Saint Mark’s
Listen. Imagine. Share. Make your 2024 Commitment to Saint Mark’s Today! It’s time for all of us who love Saint Mark’s to make a financial commiment. Your support is crucial…
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Music Series: Artaria String Quartet, Oct. 22
Sunday, October 22 | 2:30 p.m. This magnificent quartet makes a welcome return to our Music Series. Admission is free! Learn more about Saint Mark’s Music Series here.
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Small Groups this Fall at Saint Mark’s
In our Cathedral community, our life of faith is grounded in worship— gathering, celebrating, and then going out into the world to “love and serve the Lord.” We are also…
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Fall Highlights at Saint Mark’s
September Highlights The Community Gathers and Connects Sunday, September 10 at 12 p.m., after 10:30 a.m. Worship Service. Worship, play, eat, celebrate throughout the morning. Get Involved in Children and…
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Fall Kickoff Picnic: September 10
Join us on Sunday, September 10 as we worship, play, eat and celebrate! 8 a.m. Worship, Rite I 9 a.m. Light breakfast foods and fellowship on the patio 10:30 a.m. Worship, Rite II…
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Important Message From Dean Paul
Dear Saint Markans & Friends, I pray this note finds you well, savoring these precious summer days of rest and refreshment. I’m writing to let you know that, after significant…
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Instructed Eucharist on Sunday, July 30
Sunday, July 30 | 8 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services At both services on Sunday, July 30, we’re offering an Instructed Eucharist. This is an opportunity to worship as you…
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You’re Invited to ECMN’s Recovery Eucharist August 15
Tuesday, August 15 | 6 p.m. at Saint Mark’s What’s a Recovery Eucharist? The 12 steps are a spiritual discipline. Many of the millions of people in recovery can offer…
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Summer Book Reading: ‘My Body Is Not a Prayer Request’
Author: Amy Kenny Reviewer: Mary Beth Farrell, Priest | Saint Mark’s Shared Ministry Team Last week, as I was backing out of my space in our building’s garage, I saw…
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Summer Book Reading: ‘Becoming Grandma: The Joys and Science of the New Grandparenting’
Author: Lesley Stahl Reviewer: Mary Ramsbottom (wife of John) | Council member for SEND and Chair of Racial Equity and Justice Team at Saint Marks Some people are perennially “late to…
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Summer Book Reading: ‘The Living Diet’
Martha Tatarnic is a priest and pastor with congregations across Ontario, each teaching her something of why Jesus chose food to build community and reveal the love of God. Find…
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Summer Book Reading: ‘Wild Things’
In celebration of Pride month, we are shining a spotlight on a book by our very own Lynette Reini-Grandell! Wild Things is a bittersweet and vulnerably honest story of her journey with the…
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Summer Book Reading: ‘A Rhythm of Prayer’ and more
Reviewer: Dana Dickson, Saint Mark’s Member ‘A Rhythm of Prayer: A Collection of Meditations for Renewal’ Edited by Sarah Bessey Ed., featuring writing by Amena Brown, Barbara Brown Taylor, Lisa Sharon Harper…
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Summer Book Reading: ‘Lifelong Faith: Formation for All Ages and Generations’
Author: John Roberto Reviewer: Bryan Bliss, Associate for Cradle to Career Ministries I am currently reading “Lifelong Faith: Formation for All Ages and Generations” by John Roberto. One of my core beliefs…
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Doors Open Minneapolis 2024, May 18 & 19 10am-5pm
We are excited to welcome back Doors Open Minneapolis for the second year in a row on May 18 and 19, 2024 from 10am-5pm each day! We had many visitors…
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Priestly Ordination 2023
Saturday, June 17 | 10:30 a.m. at Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral God willing and the people consenting, the Right Reverend Craig Loya, Tenth Bishop of the Episcopal Church in Minnesota,…
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Twin Cities Pride Worship Service
All are welcome to attend Saint Mark’s special Twin Cities Pride Worship service on Sunday, June 25 at 4 p.m. This year’s presider will be The Reverend Cody Maynus, and…
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Summer Book Reading: ‘If Women Rose Rooted’
Author: Sharon Blackie My name is Emily Hoch, and I am the Librarian at Saint Mark’s Community Library. I’ve been a member of Saint Mark’s for almost 4 years, and…
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Summer Hours at Saint Mark’s
Summer is upon us! As such, Saint Mark’s wants you be aware of our summer office hours. Beginning today, Monday May 22, our office hours are: Monday-Thursday: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.…
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Summer Book Reading: ‘A Narnian Vision of the Atonement’
Author: Charles Taliaferro Ph.D., Professor Emeritus of Philosophy, St. Olaf College At great risk of self-promotion, I recommend my book A Narnian Vision of the Atonement; A Defense of the Ransom…
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Saint Mark’s Spring Picnic
Sunday, May 21 | Following 10:30 a.m. Worship Join the fun this Sunday at our Spring Picnic! We’ll plan for outdoor festivities as weather permits, including a Bounce House with…
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Join Us for Ascension Day Service
Thursday, May 18 | 7:30 p.m. The Feast of the Ascension takes place 40 days after Easter, when we remember Christ’s triumphant return to heaven, just 10 days before we…
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New in Saint Mark’s Gallery: Liturgical Banners
An assortment of liturgical banners will be featured in our Art Gallery through April. Each of these banners was made with love by the hands of many members!
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Music Series: Season Finale May 13
Saint Mark’s Music Series is wrapping up the season with a final concert May 13 at 7:30 p.m. Baritone Andrew Kane, the Cathedral Choir, Choral Society and orchestra will perform…
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Explore Saint Mark’s During Doors Open Minneapolis 2023
Saint Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral is putting out the welcome mat for Doors Open Minneapolis 2023! Join us on May 13-14 for your chance to explore our city’s story and architectural…
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Lenten Reading Reflection Week 6 – The Garden
By Rev. Mary Beth Farrell As we enter the final week of Lent, we are back in the garden where the story began. The Garden of Eden has inspired painters,…
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Advocacy Opportunity: Faith in Action at the Capitol
Tuesday, March 29 and Wednesday, March 30 Jesus believed in reaching out to those on the margins. Join the Joint Religious Legislative Coalition and advocate for Minnesotans on the margins.…
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Round Table Dinner & Discussion: Life in Community
Join in conversations around the dinner tables as we learn, share ideas, enjoy a simple meal and form relationships with others in a Christ-centered gathering. Our Spring 2023 Round Table…
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Register for Spring 2023 Discipleship Groups
At the heart of the church are relationships, patterned after God. Discipleship Groups are designed to allow for growth in relationship with God and with one another. Limited to 12…
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Lenten Reading Reflection Week 5 – The Road
By Jay Phelan We are nearing the end of our Lenten journey. We have been traveling the road “up” toJerusalem with Jesus and his disciples. One always goes “up” to…
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Holy Week Service Times
Join us for these services as we journey with our Lord toward his triumphant resurrection. April 1: Misa en Español, Domingo de Ramos (5:30 p.m.) April 2: Palm Sunday Eucharist (8 and…
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Maundy Thursday ~ Thursday, April 2
6:00 pm Fellowship & Shared Meal ($20)
7:30 pm Liturgy with Foot Washing
Why do we observe Maundy Thursday with a shared meal followed by foot-washing and the Maundy Thursday liturgy? This day commemorates Jesus’ last meal with his disciples before his crucifixion.…
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The Pilgrimage: An Interfaith Civil Rights Journey
In January, 11 Minneapolis senior clergy traveled to Atlanta, Birmingham, Selma and Montgomery for an interfaith Civil Rights journey. This month, the group will share the lessons and insights gleaned…
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Lenten Reading Reflection Week 4 – The Water
By Esther Agbaje When I think about places I have visited or lived, the ones that stand out are those close to the water. I am continually drawn to water,…
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Lenten Reading Reflection Week 3 – The Mountain
By Bryan Bliss, Associate for Cradle to Career I spent 20 years working in youth ministry. Throughout that time, I quickly realized that “mountain top experiences” sold. Big time. The…
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Lenten Reading Reflection Week 2 – The Well
Hello friends. Try dropping two activities into your week. First, watch “The Well,” accessible to everyone here on YouTube. Transporting us across time and miles, this short video deposits us…
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Campus Closures & Important Updates for Ash Wednesday
Due to impending winter weather, Saint Mark’s campus will close at 3 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 22 and remain closed through Thursday, Feb. 23. Stay tuned for additional closures. As a…
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WEATHER UPDATE: Service Times on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22
We are offering numerous opportunities for worship on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22. See our worship schedule below: Note: Due to campus closures Feb. 22, Ash Wednesday service times have been…
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Lenten Reading Reflection Week 1: The Desert
By Jay Phelan I made my first trip to the Holy Land in 1996. I flew to Tel Aviv in January with a group of Seminary presidents for what would…
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Saint Mark’s Gallery: Treasures of Memory and Hope
After the Armenian Genocide, many survivors and their descendants settled in Minnesota and made this welcoming state their hope. Some of the families, even today, hold historic photos and precious…
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Register for Episcopal 101: Spring 2023
Four-week series beginning Monday, March 6 Mondays, March 6, 13, 20, and 27 | 6-7:30 p.m. Whether you are new to Saint Mark’s, new to Christianity, or a long-time Episcopalian…
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A Pastoral Word from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry on the Death of Tyre Nichols
Read the Public Affairs statement from Presiding Bishop Michael Curry here.
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Celebrate Shrove Tuesday on Feb. 21
Tuesday, Feb. 21 | 6 p.m. at Saint Mark’s Come celebrate Shrove Tuesday – the last day before the penitential season of Lent – with a community pancake feast at…
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Depolarizing: Respecting Others With Different Beliefs
The Episcopal Church in Minnesota, Braver Angles and the Episcopal House of Prayer invite you to a workshop designed to give congregations the tools to bring Americans together, bridge the…
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Our Lenten Journey: A Community Reading Suggestion
The Lenten Season recalls at least two important journeys in the Bible. The first is the forty years of desert wandering endured by the people of Israel. They had escaped…
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New in Saint Mark’s Gallery: Art of Joan Parsons
Artist Statement Experimentation is a big part of my effort. Going into the studio with an open mind I wait until various elements “speak” to me. It does not take…
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Community of Hope International: Become a Pastoral Minister
COMMUNITY OF HOPE INTERNATIONAL is a curriculum for pastoral care training especially developed for Episcopal communities by the Reverend Helen Appelberg in1994. A number of churches in the Diocese of Minnesota…
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Updates from the Racial Equity & Justice Team
Since May 2021, the REJ Team has been assisting our faith community in deepening and acting on a commitment to racial equity and justice. Specific recommendations to the Executive Council emerged…
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