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The Monthly
Connector
Complete information on worship, events, and more can be
found in the Saint Mark's Monthly Connector, available in the Welcome
Center, many places around the Cathedral, or by clicking here.
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Newcomers’
Gathering, Sunday, May 10
The next Newcomers’ Gathering will be held at the
Cathedral following the 10:30 service on Sunday, May 10. If you are
new to St. Mark’s we’d like to get to know you and hear about your
experience at St. Mark’s. What brought you here the first time, and what
brings you back? You will meet some of St. Mark’s leaders as well as
other Newcomers, have a chance to ask questions about the life of the
Cathedral, and learn about opportunities to connect.
The gathering will be held in the Heritage Room which
is on the Nave level. Light
refreshments will be available and a brief
tour of the building will be offered. The gathering concludes by 1:00
p.m. We hope you will join us.
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Sunday Night
Supper, May 10
We invite you to explore more about this program and
the love it gives out every 2nd Sunday Evening of the Month from 4:15
to 7:00 PM. Saint Mark's joins with Plymouth Congregational Church
and the FIrst Unitarian Society to serve
hot meals to over 100 neighbors in need. It’s a warm, welcoming
evening of food, care, and community.
Choose a shift that fits your schedule and interests:
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Cooking crew starts at 2:00 PM.
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Opening shift runs from 4:00 to 6:00 PM and includes
setup, distributing bread, fruit, and hygiene items, and serving
guests.
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Closing shift goes from 5:00 to 7:00 PM and focuses on
serving and cleanup.
We gather at Plymouth Congregational Church, 1900
Nicollet Ave. Park in the lot and enter through
the main entrance—someone at the front desk will guide you to our
workspace.
Our work takes place in the church’s basement kitchen
and dining room. Guests are welcomed inside
to enjoy their meal or pick up items to go.
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One Small
Tag. One Big Welcome.
Wearing your name tag at church isn’t just helpful—it’s a game changer! It turns a sea of
faces into a community of friends, making sure everyone feels welcome
and included. Don’t have a name tag yet? No worries, just see
Emmanuel Wilson or Sally Cuningham and we’ll get one ready for you in
no time. Name tags make those “Hi…uh…you!” moments a thing of the
past, and as we get ready to welcome our new Dean, let’s make their
introduction to our church family as smooth and friendly as possible.
Slip on your name tag, spark new connections, and help make our
congregation a place where everyone belongs!
Request one here: Request a Name Tag |
Saint Mark's Episcopal Cathedral
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Wells Foundation
Grant Spotlight
University Episcopal Community (UEC)
The Wells Foundation is an independent non-profit
charitable foundation managed by Saint Markans, granting funds to
organizations serving the needs of our communities. Here is one of
the organizations we support:
The University Episcopal Community (UEC) in
Minneapolis is a vibrant campus ministry cultivating connection,
spiritual growth, and belonging among college students and young
adults. Addressing the prevalent loneliness many 20-somethings
experience — 22% report having no friendships and 70% report fewer
than three meaningful interactions per day — UEC strives to offer a
nurturing space where individuals can slow down, share stories,
partake in meals, and practice prayer together. Often students
attending UEC will also visit St Mark's.
UEC hosts Sunday gatherings, intentional shared living
in the 417 House, and leadership development all centered around
compassionate fellowship and service.
For more information on The University Episcopal
Community, visit https://www.universityepiscopalcommunity.org/.
To learn about the Wells Foundation, visit www.wellsfound.org.
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Mark Your
Calendars: Pride Month is Coming!
June is Pride Month, and planning is already under at Saint
Mark’s, with lots of great opportunities to join in. We’ll transform
the Cathedral’s outdoor steps with Pride flag colors, we’ll have a
special art exhibit in our Gallery, we’ll wear our Pride T shirts,
we’ll march together in the Pride parade, and we’ll worship together
at the Pride service here at the Cathedral.
We’re also excited to host a book discussion with
Saint Mark’s member and author, Bella Tousignant! We’ll gather (date
to be announced) to learn about Bella’s wonderful book, The
Uninvited Passenger.
For more than 60 years, Bella fought to suppress her
authentic self, battling shame, fear and the relentless weight of
hiding her identity. But the uninvited passenger - her true self -
was always there, demanding to be heard. You can buy Bella’s
book through our bookstore here.
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Dean Search Update
We have completed one finalist's interviews and have
begun discussions with the Vestry surrounding the timeline for next
steps. Please continue to keep the candidates, their families, the
Search Committee, the Vestry, and the Bishop
in your prayers as we work to conclude our search!
Roof Replacement & Campus Safety Update
Construction on the slate roof is ongoing, please make
an appointment before coming so we can ensure someone is available to
greet you.
For everyone’s safety, enter and exit only through the
Welcome Center, including Sundays. Please follow all marked pathways
and do not move or go around any fences, barriers, or posted signs.
Information on parking options, and more, are on our website here.
Pastoral Presence During this Season of Transition
The Rev. Dr. Jay Phelan to be present at the Cathedral
for pastoral hours a couple of days each week. Most often this will
be Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm, though he is
also open to scheduling appointments as needed. You may reach him
directly by email
to arrange a time to meet.
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UPCOMING HIGHLIGHTS
May, Art Gallery - Jil Evans, Oil Paintings
May 10, Sunday, Newcomers. 11:45 am, Heritage Room
May 10, Sunday, Sunday Night Supper, 4:15 pm for
volunteers, 5 pm for meal, at Plymouth Congregational Church
May 14, Thursday – Women’s Ministry, 6 – 7:30 pm,
Library. Bring a simple food to share
May 14, Thursday - Ascension Day service, 7:30 pm,
Nave
May 17, Sunday – Celebration of graduating Seniors;
Recognition and Blessing of Historical pieces
May 17, Sunday, Meet the artist: Jil Evans, Art
Gallery, 12:00 pm
May 23, Saturday – Men’s Ministry, 9:00 am, Library
May 24, Sunday – Feast of Pentecost: Celebration of
New Members, Holy Baptism, Blessing of new archives
May 24, Sunday – Celebration of the Holy Spirit,
Community Room, 12:00 pm
May 27, Wednesday - Voices of Reconciliation, 6:00 pm;
a panel discussion with St Mark’s members, reconciling faith with
identity
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