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. ...
All Parishes
910 9th Avenue, Seattle, WAChristmas
Christmas, the Nativity of the Lord, is one of the most important solemnities of the Church year and a holy day of obligation. ...
Faith in action
News
From Northwest Catholic
- 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 » - Supreme Court appears ready to support web designer in free speech case
WASHINGTON — In a case examining the scope of free speech protected by the First Amendment,... Read more » - Advent is opportunity to get off pedestal of superiority, pope says
VATICAN CITY — The season of Advent is a moment of grace to help believers stop being pres... 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.