Juneteenth Liturgy & BBQ

The Black/African American Circle in the Episcopal Church of Western WA invites you to the 2025 Juneteenth liturgy and potluck BBQ. This event is open to all!

The worship service will feature poetry, as well as African American spirituals under the direction of Vanessa Bruce and Ryan Ellis, dancing from VCBynum Arts, and drumming. Mixed media art will be on display from local Black artists as well. The Rev. Canon Carla Robinson will be presiding with The Rev. Paul Karume preaching. Our liturgist and artistic director is The Rev. Beverly Tasy. A special offering will also be taken up in support of the Richard Younge Curates of Color Fund.

Livestream available here.

After the service, all are welcome to enjoy a potluck BBQ on the Cathedral lawn. BBQ ribs and links be provided along with sides, including for vegetarians! The community is invited to bring desserts and nonalcoholic drinks.

Beyond good food and conversation, there will be opportunities to learn more about Circles of Color, the PNW Chapter of the Union of Black Episcopalians, and more. Join us in celebrating freedom and the gifts of our Black/African American community!