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.
Join us as we observe the holy season of Advent with inspiration, prayer, reflection and more.
Upcoming events
St. Vincent de Paul, Federal Way
30525 8th Ave S, Federal Way, WA 98003Preaching on Vocations
The Director of Vocations for the Archdiocese of Seattle, Fr. Justin Ryan, will be preaching on vocations at the Masses at St. Vincent de Paul parish December 10 & 11, 2022. ...
St. James Cathedral
804 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA, USASimbang Gabi
Join Archbishop Etienne and Catholics from around the archdiocese for this festive, colorful and prayerful Advent celebration. ...
St. James Cathedral
804 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA, USAChristmas Eve Mass with Archbishop Etienne
Join Archbishop Etienne at Christmas Eve Mass on December ...
Faith in action
News
From Northwest Catholic
- Adventure Lab opens world of science for St. Anthony students
RENTON — Chatter and discussion filled the Seattle Children’s Science Adventure Lab as St. ... Read more » - USPS ‘Virgin and Child’ stamp features one of world’s most revered images
BOSTON – Every two years the U.S. Postal Service issues a traditional first-class Christm... Read more » - Cathedral is packed for annual Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass
SEATTLE – St. James Cathedral was filled with worshippers for the feast of Our Lady of Gu... Read more »
From the Archdiocese
Archdiocese of Seattle Featured in The Chair TV Series
SEATTLE, November 22, 2022 – The Archdiocese of Seattle announces the release of an innovative, insightful video featuring Archbishop Paul D. Etienne and St. James Cathedral which highlights the fascinating history of the local Catholic Church. The Seattle episode is from THE CHAIR, a series that celebrates the best of Catholicism today.
Caring for Creation and the Common Good in the Lower Snake River Region
November 3, 2022 – Pope Francis reminds us that through the greatness of creation we can become closer to God. Additionally, we are all called to be stewards of God’s creation and to come together to care for our common home. ...
Archbishop Paul D. Etienne issues Statement on Nuclear Arms
October 7, 2022 – The irresponsible threats by President Putin to use nuclear weapons are of grave concern. Nearly every day, there is another development that increases international tensions.