Welcome to the Catholic Church in Western Washington
From Archbishop Paul D. Etienne
Welcome! We hope this website inspires you to learn about the Catholic faith or go deeper in your own relationship with Jesus. Learn about the Archdiocese of Seattle, our ministries, upcoming events and more.
As we celebrate the Easter Season and the archdiocese's 175th anniversary this year, join us for the Season of Service going on now through the end of May. Sign up for a service event, and report your service hours.
Upcoming events
St. James Cathedral
804 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA, USAMass of Priestly Ordination In the Jubilee Year
The Archdiocese of Seattle joyfully announces the Ordination to the Priesthood of Joseph Tapia-Beeman. ...
Solemnity of Pentecost
The Solemnity of the Pentecost commemorates the descent of the Holy Spirit upon the apostles, fifty days after the Resurrection. ...
Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center
4700 Southwest Dash Point Road, Federal Way, WA, USAAnnual Faith Formation Conference
Meeting Diverse Learning and Behavioral Needs in the Catechetical Setting We know the Gospel message is for everybody, but how can we make it more accessible for children and teens with diverse learning needs and emotional or behavioral challenges? We will explore what our Church teaches about inclusion of persons with disabilities and learn basic… ...
Faith in action
News
From Northwest Catholic
SEATTLE — The Roman Catholic bishops of the state of Washington announced Thursday that the ..... Read More
WASHINGTON — When the bishop promoter position for the Stella Maris maritime ministry opene ..... Read More
ROME — Twenty-five years ago, Craig and Laura Schlattmann spent six months living in Rome.T ..... Read More
EDMONDS — Joshua Roberts sees benefits in being active in men’s conferences and groups.“It ..... Read More
WASHINGTON — Father Mike Schmitz is on a mission from God.Not just to convince more people ..... Read More
“Fake quotes are easy to tweet. Truth is harder to live.” That’s not something Pope Leo XIV ..... Read More
From the Archdiocese
Joy and Blessings for New Pope Leo XIV
SEATTLE, May 8, 2025 – We share the joy of people around the world as we welcome Pope Leo XIV as our new Holy Father. Let us pray the Lord fills him with the peace and consolation of the Holy Spirit in these first and early days of his pontificate.