Discover more events on the Saint Mark's Calendar.
Planning a Cathedral Event
There are many types of events at cathedral. The first steps to getting your event underway are to reserve space on our cathedral schedule and to contact the Development Committee to ensure that all event approvals will be achieved.
Schedule an Event
To schedule a general event, baptisms or weddings at the Cathedral, please contact Mary Beth Helfrich at 612-870-7800. You may also download an Event Reservation Request Form in Word or PDF format and e-mail to Mary Beth Helfrich.
Contact Development Committee
Ensure that your event has approval! Download our development application [Word | PDF] form and e-mail Courtney E. Ward, or send printed copy to Cathedral Office c/o Pat Betsinger.
Events
Choral Evensong Memoir on a Refugee Journey Jesus Jargon: The Truth and Fiction in Christian Clichés Magnificat: Music by Bach Bach’s Birthday Bash 2010 MPR Broadcast Palm Sunday Discovery Series Dean’s Forum Easter Day The greatest high feast of the Church, as we celebrate the day of our Lord’s Resurrection, when the bonds of death and hell are broken, Easter Day carries the joy of the risen Christ. We continue to celebrate Christ’s resurrection. (Incense used at 11:00 a.m. service.) Easter Brunch and Children’s Activities Safe Church Training: Dean’s Forum The Romantic Life of Paul Downtown Coalition of Grief Support The Cathedral's annual Dickens Dinner fundraiser was held on December 5, 2009. It was a joyous event. While the final accounting is still being done, we will net over $30,000 for the Cathedral’s general fund and outreach programs. The program featured emcee Rev. Ian Punnett, readings from A Christmas Carol by Oliver Nicholson, and wonderful music throughout the evening by Canon Musician Ray Johnston, and a small group from the St. Mark’s Choir, including Kristi Bergland, Susan Melrose, Andrew Mogendorff and Kevin Shannon. Auctioneer Col. Larry Kroshus conducted a lively and fun auction. Check out photo highlights of the evening. Thank you so much to all who attended volunteered, and donated auction items! If you would like to be a part of planning for next year's Dickens' Dinner, contact the Dickens’ Committee Chair Courtney Ward or Cathedral Administrator Pat Betsinger. Events
Sundays, March 14th, 21st, & 28th, 5:00 p.m.
Experience the wonder and mystery of the ancient Choral Evensong - combining medieval offices of vespers and Compline. Join us as we reflect, meditate, and become embraced by the spirit of God.
Friday, March 12th, 10:00 a.m. [Fontaine Auditorium]
Local author Kao Kalia Yang will speak to the Friday Book Group about her much acclaimed memoir (The Late Homecomer), which follows a Hmong family from Laos to the refugee camps of Thailand to safety in Minnesota. Parishioners and guests are welcome.
Wednesdays, through Mar. 24th
Join us as we explore common spiritual advice in our culture. Simple soup supper from 6:00 p.m., followed by a talk and small group discussion. See the parlor bulletin board and sign up table for more information. [Childcare available for children 10 and under.]
Saturday, March 20th - 7:30 p.m.
Celebrate Bach’s birthday with two of his most acclaimed pieces! Conducted by Raymond Johnston, the Cathedral Choir and Orchestra perform the Magnificat in D and “Komm, Jesu, Komm.” Tickets may be purchased at the Cathedral Bookshop or at the door.
March 20th 9:00a.m.
In honor of the Birthday of Johann Sebastian Bach,Classical Minnesota Public Radio (99.5 FM) will be broadcasting a spacial performance by the Cathedral Choir (Raymond Johnston, director), Raymond Johnston (organ), Paul Boehnke (harpsichord), Tami Morse (harpsichord),and The Bach Society Chorus (Paul Boehnke, director).
Sunday, March 28th
8:00 a.m.
Blessing & Distribution of Palms
with the Holy Eucharist
9:00 a.m.
Blessing and Procession of the Palms
with the Holy Eucharist (No Children’s Chapel)
11:00 a.m.
Blessing and Procession of the Palms
with the Holy Eucharist
Sundays, March 28th, April 11th. 18th, 25th, May 2nd, & 9th, 10:00 a.m. [Chapter House]
This series of classes and dialogues is for anyone interested in learning more about Saint Mark’s, the Christian faith and the Anglican tradition. The book used for the series, An Introduction to the Episcopal Church, may be purchased in the Cathedral Book Shop.
Sunday, March 28th, 10:00 a.m. [Fontaine Auditorium]
Local Peace Activism - Carol Masters will talk about her new book on a local activist: "You Can't Do That: Marv Davidov, Non-violent Revolutionary".
Sunday, April 4th
7:30 a.m. Holy Eucharist
9:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist
11:00 a.m. Holy Eucharist
5:00 p.m. Choral Evensong
Sunday, April 4th, 8:00-11:00 a.m.
Celebrate Christ’s resurrection with your Saint Mark’s Family. Please sign up to bring a dish and/or help in the Parlor. If you have questions or would like to help, please contact Barbara Clark.
Safeguarding God’s Children
April 10th, 9:00 a.m.
As a way to safe-guard for our children, St. Mark’s will be holding a safe church training session. This class is open to all, but is of special interest to anyone who works with children. Training is required for Teachers of children/youth, Vestry members, staff, and all others who interact or make decisions with/about children/youth on a regular basis. Please contact Mary Lusk at to register, or for more information.
Sunday, April 11 & 18, 10:00 a.m. [Fontaine Auditorium]
The Book of Revelation, sometimes called the Apocalypse, is so often misunderstood. The apocalyptic genre of literature claims to reveal hidden things and often appears in times of crisis. This book contains scary, horrible scenes, as well as many uplifting, beautiful ones; we’ll look at both.
Sundays, April 11th, 18th, & 25th, 10:00 a.m.
[Cathedral Library]
A revealing look into how the Apostle Paul applied the romantic imagery of the Hellenistic World within his sacred writing.
The Downtown Coalition for Grief Support are holding their winter sessions at First Christian Church. Visit the Coalition's web site for more information.Dicken's Dinner