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.
Upcoming events
40 Days for Life Fall Campaign
The next 40 Days for Life campaign runs from September 28 to November 6, 2022. Learn more about how you can participate. ...
Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center
4700 Southwest Dash Point Road, Federal Way, WA, USASt. Thérèse of Lisieux and St. Charles de Foucauld Retreat
Through exposure to their lives and writings, reflection, discussion, prayer, and more, the witness of these two saints will deepen our love for Jesus. ...
St. James Cathedral
804 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA, USAMass in honor of St. Kateri Tekakwitha
Hosted by the Native American community and the Archdiocese of Seattle’s Multicultural ministry, join Bishop Elizondo in honoring St. Kateri Tekakwitha, the first Native American saint. ...
Faith in action
News
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From the Archdiocese
Archdiocese of Seattle Establishes the St. Joseph Foundation
September 19, 2022 - Archbishop Paul D. Etienne announced the establishment of the St. Joseph Foundation, a new Catholic foundation dedicated to connecting faith with charitable giving. The St. Joseph Foundation will raise funds to provide long-term support for efforts that address the spiritual, educational and ministerial needs of the Catholic community in Western Washington.
Official appointments announced
September 6, 2022 – Official appointments announced for the Archdiocese of Seattle.
Archbishop Paul D. Etienne issues a decree for St. Patrick Parish in Seattle
July 11, 2022 – Today, a decree announces the merge of St. Patrick Parish into St. Joseph Parish with Father Chris Cartwright as the pastor, effective September 1, 2022.
Archdiocese of Seattle officially concludes Synod Consultative Process
June 30, 2022 –Today, the Archdiocese of Seattle submitted its Synod Synthesis Report to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB), officially concluding the local consultative process of Pope Francis’ global synod