History of the Abbey of St. Joan
Welcome to the Abbey of St Joan Timeline History. This is a history of our house, but it is not yet a complete history. Our archive teams will be adding to this timeline. If you have a contribution to the timeline, please contact the Mistress of Web.
2018
Welcome our new Board!
Dec 2nd, 2018
Sister Juno Iluvu has been re-elected Mistress of Novices/Prioress. Sister Paddlemé Tooshie has been re-elected Deconess. Our new Directors are Sister Dinah Douche, Sister Lotus A’Bowl, and Sister Medusa Oblongata.
World AIDS Day
Dec 1st, 2018
World AIDS Day, observed on 1 December every year, is dedicated to raising awareness of the AIDS pandemic caused by the spread of HIV infection. Government and health officials, non-governmental organizations and individuals around the world observe the day, often with education on AIDS prevention and control.
Annual Walking Wake and Mass Outreach
Dec 1st, 2018
The Annual Walking Wake and Mass Outreach on Capitol Hill
Coat Check at the Cuff
Dec 1st, 2018
Super Heroes and Safe Spaces! Tea Dance at ReBar!
Nov 25th, 2018
Don on your outfit and dance off that Thanksgiving meal and help support a great cause! More deets to come. XXOO
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Nov 20th, 2018
Several Sisters from the Abbey attend events in Seattle observing the Transgender Day of Remembrance.
Gender Fierce presented by HEYO and Lifelong
Nov 18th, 2018
Gender Fierce is a queer talent show of young performers wishing to showcase their most authentic selves to their community, in an effort to encourage authenticity, resilience, and artistry. During these trying times, it is important to support the upcoming LGBTQ generation of leaders, artists, and revolutionaries!
Equalux: TASTE of GSBA benefiting the GSBA Scholarship Fund
Nov 17th, 2018
Join us for a cosmic night of exquisite bites, a fantastic array of wines, a signature cocktail, show-stopping entertainment, silent and live auctions, and a multi-course dinner—all while showing your support for future LGBTQ and allied leaders.
Sisters of the Corn!
Oct 31st, 2018
The Sisters are going to be out in full force, lurking in the corn field waiting see all the fabulous costumes put together by the region’s most fabulous ghouls, goblins, ghosts and other creepy things (like bell bottoms. Bell bottoms scare us.) Join us as everyone’s favorite neighborhood bar, R Place, for fun with friends and the best libations in Seattle.
Rainbow Ball & Gala Fundraiser
Oct 20th, 2018
Please join us as we present the 2018 Rainbow Ball and Gala Fundraiser and Concert, an evening featuring dance-themed music, dinner and fundraising on October 20, 2018 at 5:30 p.m. at the Seattle Renaissance Hotel.
Inquisition: Confess Your Sins
Oct 6th, 2018
Confess Your Sins, and make room for new ones. Bring your guilt, baggage, and tales of sins large and small to the Cuff and unburden yourself for a donation of $5 per sin or $20 for all-you-can-confess then receive your penance. You can be flogged or spanked, subjected to gentle humiliation, or recite aloud the Madonna lyrics of the Sister’s choosing. One hell of a good time!
Seattle AIDS Walk Picnic
Sep 29th, 2018
Join us on Saturday, September 29th for the biggest picnic Seattle has ever seen at the Seattle AIDS Walk & Picnic! This is an event you do not want to miss: we will start with a short walk through Volunteer Park, then we will come together for the greatest picnic yet.
Stella Steps Out 2018
Sep 26th, 2018
Ready for a lively evening of dancing, food & drinks, and remembrance, to support BABES Network – YWCA? Join us for Stella Steps Out 2018 at our new venue Sodo Park! Help us celebrate the work of BABES Network – YWCA, a unique program that provides critical peer support to women facing HIV and their families.
Leo Party XV
Aug 12th, 2018
Joe Torres & LEO Foundation present: 15th Annual LEO Party 2018, Featuring Yara Sofia of RuPaul’s Drag Race. Hosted by Aleksa Manila & Roxy Doll, w/ Isabella De La Rosa.
Jock Straps & Glitter
Aug 11th, 2018
Come watch Quake rugby take on the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence in the sexiest kickball game you’ll ever see! Don’t forget those wallets, as you’ll be able to pay for things like making anyone playing to strip down to their jockstrap or sunscreening a player!
Gender Odyssey
Aug 9th, 2018
Gender Odyssey is an international conference focused on the needs and interests of transgender and gender diverse children of all ages, their families and supporters, and the professionals who serve them. Kids under 13 are free!
XL Bears - Deep End
Jul 27th, 2018
Deep End! The XL Bears and Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence have rented the awesome outdoor saltwater Colman Pool for a pool party just for the bears, Nuns and their admirers.
Our Rainbow Connection
Jun 24th, 2018
At exactly 10:55 AM on the morning of the Seattle Pride Parade, we ask for everyone to observe a moment of silence in remembrance of all those that have been affected by gun violence. Join us as we sing Rainbow Connection performed by the Rainbow City Marching Band. We want to hear the song spread through the crowd before we start the parade!
Seattle Pride Parade 2018
Jun 24th, 2018
Join us for the 44th annual Seattle Pride Parade, held at 11:00 AM, June 24 along 4th Avenue in Downtown Seattle. The parade will last about 2.5 hours, ending at Second Avenue and Denny Way near Seattle Center. Viewers are encouraged to watch the parade from the sidewalks, leaving the street open for the parade.
Pridefest 2018
Jun 23rd, 2018
Now in its 5th year, PrideFest Capitol Hill is now expanded to encompass Broadway from John to Roy, as well as Denny Way and Cal Anderson Park for Family Pride and Queer Youth Pride. An event for the traditional LGBTQ neighborhood, now fully managed by PrideFest exclusively.
Seattle Trans Pride Parade 2018
Jun 22nd, 2018
Trans Pride Seattle is BACK! This year we will be featuring singer Shea Diamond (NYC), Carmen Carrera (LA), and Laith Ashley (NYC). Repeat performances by the exceptional Jade Dynasty, Randy Ford and the House of Luna. F
Mass Outreach
Jun 16th, 2018
The Sister of the Abbey of St. Joan look forward to being a part of the fabulous Fremont Solstice Parade. This annual event brings people throughout the region to express their creativity and themselves in a way that is free of advertising, sponsorship and commercialism. It is a truly unique event, and we can’t wait to see you there!
Capital City Pride 2018
Jun 10th, 2018
Come experience an exciting lineup of performers, wonderful food, and an amazing array of booths for you to explore. Discover what it means to live as one’s authentic self, love each other for who they are and be a part of a diverse community. Please join us in celebrating our annual pride day festival!
Volunteer Park Festival 2018
Jun 9th, 2018
The Volunteer Park Festival (formally known as Seattle Pride Picnic) is Seattle Pride’s celebration of queer arts, music, performance and culture held in Volunteer Park on Saturday, June 9th from 12pm-7pm. The festival is free to attend and will feature a beer garden, music stage, food trucks, small local craft fair and sponsor & nonprofit informational booths.
Mass Outreach
Jun 9th, 2018
The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence: Abbey of St. Joan will be out in the Capitol Hill community on April 21st, promulgating our own brand of Joy and handing out safe sex kits! We can’t wait to see you!
Fetish Night at Outwest
Jun 1st, 2018
Hey there everyone… Come on down for our fetish night at OutWest. This month will be Pup and Handler night. Come in your hoods and show us what it is all about. The Sisters Of Perpetual Indulgence Of The Abbey Of Saint Joan will be hosting. There will be a cloths check provided by the Sisters for a suggested dollar donation.
Nunderwear 3
Jun 1st, 2018
Join the Seattle LGBTQ Commission and Mayor Jenny Durkan in celebrating the 6th Annual Flag Raising event to kick off Pride Month. We will raise the flag in honor of the LGBTQ people residing in our beloved city. Please come join in the celebration.
Nunderwear 3
May 19h, 2018
Come join the Sisters of the Abbey for a night of fun at C.C. Attles, including spending the night hanging around in your undies! We will be on hand to check in your clothes, as well as sell Jello Shots. Its fun and the proceeds go to charity! See you there!
True Colors: 2018 Camp Ten Trees Auction Gayla
May 19h, 2018
Come on by and show your TRUE COLORS with delicious food & drinks, merriment, good-hearted people, community spirit, and contributions to a wonderful cause.
SMC/SWC: Come Fly With Me! 22nd Annual Dinner & Auction
May 5th, 2018
for the Sisters at this Seattle Men’s Chorus & Seattle Women’s Chorus 22nd Annual Dinner & Auction!
Fetish Night at OutWest
May 4th, 2018
It’s time again for our monthly Fetish Night. Meet your friends OutWest for a good cause and to show us your stuff! Our theme this month is uniforms.
Dine Out for Life
Apr. 26th, 2018
Lifelong hosts a benefit dinner at various restaurants around the city. Sisters from the Abbey were hosts at two restaurants
Mass Outreach
Apr. 21st, 2018
The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence: Abbey of St. Joan will be out on the Capitol, spreading joy and handing out condom packets!
The Big Queer Talent Show
Apr. 10th, 2018
Drag queens, comedians, singers, and BenDeLaCreme—oh my! Lifelong’s Health Education Youth Outreach (HEYO) program is proud to present “The Big Queer Talent Show.”
Let’s Talk About Sex & Your Booty
Mar. 30th, 2018
Come get questions answered at our assets-based evening of cheeky conversation about some intriguing research on the stigma around sexual orientation and anal sex with the fabulous Bryan Kutner, PhD, MPH and the ever-curious Louis Shackelford.
March for Life
Mar 25, 2018
The Sisters will be on hand again to help the Rainbow City Band raise money for their charity fund.
March for Life
Mar 24, 2018
The Sisters participated in the Seattle march and rally for the nation wide event for March for Life
WordPress Training
Mar 11, 2018
The Sisters held an education session for learning how to use WordPress and how to update this website.
Progression: Sister Amanda Mount
Mar 04, 2018
On this date Novice Amanda Mount progressed to Sister Amanda Mount
Welcome a New Postulant
Mar. 04, 2018
Welcome Postulant Alleva Marks
Coat Check at The Cuff
Mar 03, 2018
Coat Check at The Cuff
Feb. 17, 2018
Rainbow City Performing Arts concert
Jan 20, 2018
The Sisters were on hand to help sell raffle tickets before the show and during intermission. During the second half of the show, the winner was drawn, who donated the winnings back to the Band to help pay for future instruments.
Sistory: Website Launch Party
Jan 12, 2018
This event was a Novice Project for Novice Sister Amanda Mount. Located at the Cuff complex, and held on the same night as SEAPAH’s montly social, this event was a celebration of the launch of our new website. A photo booth was set up for attendees to get photos with the Sisters!