Lenten Little Black Books are available for pick up after Mass. The books are a mediation of the Passion, according to John. They are a companion for Lent.

Rice Bowls are available for pick-up after Mass. We encourage everyone to participate in this meaningful Lenten tradition. This year, instead of returning your filled bowls, please count your collected cash/coins and donate online. Thank you for your generosity!

As part of the Archdiocese of Seattle’s 175th anniversary, the Season of Service launches this Saturday, March 1, and continues through the end of May. Show this fun video to motivate all ages to serve as the living Body of Christ and collectively volunteer 175,000 hours.

We are pleased to announce that the parish and school Parent Club will bring Irish Pub Night back to Victoria Hall on Saturday, March 15th, after the 5 o’clock mass. A corned beef and cabbage dinner and traditional Irish music played by local band Fiddle In The Forest will be provided. Wear your green and join us for a fun adults-only community event! There are flyers by the door as well.

Back by popular demand! Please join us for the third regional speed dating event for Catholic young adults (ages 21-35) on Saturday, March 22, at 7 p.m. at Holy Rosary, Edmonds. Please note: this is a Catholic event, not a season of The Bachelor. Tickets are $25 and include food and drinks. Attire is business casual. For questions, please contact Alice McIntyre at alicem@holyrosaryedmonds.org.

Seattle Catholic Dance Crew is hosting a Country Dance Workshop featuring lessons in country swing and line dancing on Saturday, March 8th, at St. Alphonsus Parish Hall in Seattle at 7 p.m. Young adults (21–35) are welcome to attend.

The combined St Vincent de Paul Conferences of Assumption St. Bridget, Our Lady of the Lake, and St. Catherine of Siena gathered together for a Mass and reception at St. Bridget on February 19th. This was a celebration of the Friendship and Spirituality side of our ministry. In addition to the great snacks and desserts, there was a rousing game of Northeast Seattle Catholic Community Patron Saint Trivia - won by Beth Schweiger of OLL. Thanks to all who attended.

Introducing the “Cenacle” Lenten series. The word “Cenacle” refers to the “Upper Room,” where Jesus gave his disciples the Eucharist, washed their feet, and taught them of the Father’s love and the gift of the Holy Spirit. It is also where Jesus regathered the disciples following his resurrection to “breathe” on them the Holy Spirit and send them out as missionaries. Continue reading...

INVITING ALL NE CATHOLICS! Discussion Leader: Deacon Denny Duffell, Pax Christi Northwest Regional Coordinator Book: "The Powers That Be: Theology for a New Millennium," by Mennonite Theologian Walter Wink, a renowned study of the power of nonviolence as opposed to demonic “powers of the world.” The book is available through a variety of sources; please pick it up in advance. When: Sundays, March 9, 16, 23, 30, and April 6 at 11:30 AM following the 10:30 AM Mass at Our Lady of the Lake Where: Our Lady of the Lake Parish Office Conference Room, 3517 NE 89th St., across the street from OLL’s Jubilee Hall

In mid-January, about 50 people gathered to watch the film, "Cabrini," to hear an update about the Rivera family and to contribute toward the fund for the family's living and legal expenses. Well over $1,000 of much-needed and very much-appreciated money was contributed. Watching St. Frances Cabrini's advocacy for destitute immigrants in the early 1900s was inspiring and motivating in the face of church and civil opposition. Learn more...

You are warmly invited to celebrate Patricia Hoey's life at a funeral Mass at St. Catherine Parish on Wednesday, March 12, at 11:00 a.m. A reception will follow in the hall. All are welcome to attend.

TAX STATEMENT Tax statements have been emailed this year; if you have not received yours, please check your spam folder. If you do not have an email address, your statement will be mailed to your home. If you have not received your statement by next week or have questions about your statement, please contact Colleen Baardse for assistance.

In our last installment, we talked about the subdued singing in many Catholic parishes and how it has a spectator sport quality, with many people listening to the cantor silently. We learned that this is not typical of Catholic churches in other countries nor of “ethnic” parishes in the U.S. (Nor is it typical of Protestant churches!). Continue reading...

After the vigil and morning masses on Saturday, February 22nd, and Sunday, February 23rd, St. Catherine will host our next Synod. This Synod will be an opportunity to pray collaboratively and have a dialog about our experiences in the life of the parish as we move on our journey of faith. We will follow the approach used during our 2022 and 2023 Synods. Refreshments will be provided. Please RSVP soon using the link below so that we can ensure that enough moderators and food are available. If you are interested in helping as a moderator, please contact Jim Hochstein at james_hochstein_jr@yahoo.com; training will be provided. More details will be available soon. Thank you in advance for participating in this important ministry!

We are excited to welcome St. Francis House as a new ministry at Assumption and St. Catherine. This ministry has been a great success at St. Bridget and Our Lady of the Lake, and we are eager to continue its impact. We are seeking a dedicated contact person at each parish to help lead this effort. Do you feel called to serve? If so, please reach out to Maria DeSouza at mpdesouza50@gmail.com. Thank you!

This special concert will be performed by acclaimed songwriter, composer, and storyteller VaLlimar Jansen; through story and song, you will learn about the six Black Catholics from the United States on the path to sainthood. Continue reading...

Join Family Choir! New opportunity for kids and their loved ones. Play musical games, improve your singing skills, have fun, and bless your community. Continue reading...

The NE Seattle Catholic churches provide dinner for 70 homeless adults at Tent City 4 in Lake City on the first Sunday of each month. Join us in supporting them on Sun., Feb. 2, Mar. 2, April 6, and May 4.

Saturday, January 11th @ 6:00 PM in the St Catherine Victoria Hall/Gym All sophomores and juniors are encouraged to participate in the summer service trip to Tijuana with Esperanza International from July 27 to August 2. Continue reading...

Please note that the 9:00 am Mass will be canceled on January 21 so that Fr. Duc may assist with the funeral for Fr. Oliver at Assumption Parish that day.