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.
Happy Easter! Click here for ways to live the joy of the Easter season and watch my Easter video.
Upcoming events

Time: 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Location: Zoom
The Archdiocese of Seattle’s Immigrant & Refugee Ministry is hosting an informational event about sponsoring Ukrainian refugees in the United States

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The Solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord celebrates when Christ ascended into Heaven in the presence of his disciples on the fortieth day after his Resurrection.

Time: 10:30 am – 11:30 am
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Schedule of Memorial Day liturgies at Associated Catholic Cemeteries
Be Fed
Join Archbishop Etienne as he shares insights and speaks with local young adults about real issues we face today and how Christ, present in the Eucharist, can truly nourish us.
Come back to Mass
If you’ve been away from Mass for awhile, we invite you to come back to receive the Eucharist, rebuild community life, and renew your commitment.
Year of the Family
Celebrate the Year of the Family, established by Pope Francis on the Feast of St. Joseph, to live the joy, beauty and love of family life through Christ.
Faith in action
Archdiocese in the news
Catholic Healthcare Collaboration Aims for Comprehensive Solutions to Advance Response to the Poor
May 11, 2022 – Archdiocese of Seattle, Catholic Community Services/Catholic Housing Services of Western Washington,
PeaceHealth, Providence Health Services and Virginia Mason Franciscan Health form new partnership
Official Appointments Announced
May 5, 2022 – Official appointments announced in the Archdiocese of Seattle.
The Archbishop Issues Decrees for New Parish in Everett
May 2, 2022 - Archbishop Paul D. Etienne issued decrees for two parishes involved in the strategic planning efforts in Everett. The parishes of Immaculate Conception and Our Lady of Perpetual Help will merge to form the new parish of Our Lady of Hope, effective July 1, 2022.