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
Seattle University - La Roux Conference Center
901 12th Avenue, Seattle, WAEarth Day Summit – Laudato Si Movement Washington Chapter
Join the Earth Day annual environmental justice summit. We will gather to pray, learn, and discern our collective commitment to ecological justice. ...
Holy Cross, Tacoma
5510 N 44th St, Tacoma, WA 98407St. Peter Chanel Mass and reception
Join Fr. Vaiula and the Samoan Catholic Ministry for Mass to celebrate St. Peter Chanel ...
St. James Cathedral
804 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA, USARequiem Mass for Pope Francis
Join Archbishop Etienne as we gather as a local Church to remember and to mourn for Pope Francis. ...
Faith in action
News
From Northwest Catholic
Pope Francis’ solemn funeral Mass will be broadcast and livestreamed by multiple media outl ..... Read More
VATICAN CITY — The funeral Mass of Pope Francis will be celebrated April 26 in St. Peter’s ..... Read More
Today the world lost a great leader, a strong moral voice, and the Church lost our Good S ..... Read More
VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis, who died April 21 at the age of 88 gave new energy to millions ..... Read More
VATICAN CITY — Centuries of experience dealing with the death, or occasional resignation, o ..... Read More
SEATTLE – The Archdiocese of Seattle released a statement Monday morning following the news ..... Read More
From the Archdiocese
On the Death of Pope Francis
SEATTLE, April 21, 2025 – The Archdiocese of Seattle is deeply saddened by the news of the death of Pope Francis, who has been the universal shepherd not just for Catholics, but for all of God’s children.
Immigrant Statement about Bellingham Raids
SEATTLE, April 3, 2025 – We remain steadfast in our commitment to our immigrant brothers and sisters who deserve to be treated with respect and dignity. As Christians, we do not separate our love for God from our love of neighbor, regardless of their immigration status....
Archbishop Issues Decree for Our Lady of the Holy Rosary church building
SEATTLE, March 15, 2025 – At the request of Father Tuan Nguyen and your parish councils, I have issued a decree to relegate the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary church building to profane, but not sordid use in accordance with canon 1222, effective March 28, 2025....
Catholic Community Services of Western Washington Welcomes New President and CEO
SEATTLE, February 11, 2025 – As the largest provider of social services in the state, Catholic Charities is a demonstration of Christ’s love every day. Their selfless team is on the front lines - housing the homeless, welcoming the stranger, fighting the fentanyl epidemic, supporting veterans, caring for the sick and much more...