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.
In this season of Lent, join me as we reflect and renew in this season of conversion. Go to our Lent page for inspiration and resources.
Upcoming events
St. James Cathedral
804 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA, USAChrism Mass
During the Chrism Mass, Archbishop Etienne blesses the oils to be used in the sacraments at Easter and throughout the coming year. ...
St. James Cathedral
804 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA, USAPalm Sunday Mass with Archbishop Etienne
Join Archbishop Etienne for Palm Sunday of the Lord's Passion at St. James Cathedral on Sunday, April 2, at 10 am. ...
St. James Cathedral
804 9th Avenue, Seattle, WA, USAMass of the Lord’s Supper with Archbishop Etienne
Holy Thursday commemorates the Last Supper with Jesus and his apostles. Join Archbishop Etienne for the Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper... ...
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Anniversary of Pope Francis’ papacy
SEATTLE, March 13, 2023 – It is with this gratitude and love for our Lord that I write today. Today we celebrate the 10th anniversary of Pope Francis’ papacy, during which Pope Francis has called us to live the joy of the Gospel, with each person, and all of God’s creation, our common home.
St. Joseph Foundation Awards First Grants
SEATTLE, March 9, 2023 – The St. Joseph Foundation awarded its first set of grants to eight Catholic ministries to strengthen and extend the presence of the Catholic Church throughout Western Washington in three main areas: Catholic initiatives, pastoral ministries and formation/education.
Dispensation for Saint Patrick's Day 2023
SEATTLE, February 20 2023 - Archbishop Etienne issues a decree that Friday March 17th, the Memorial of Saint Patrick, that all Catholics of the Archdiocese of Seattle, no matter where they may be, and all other Catholics present here in the archdiocese that day, are hereby dispensed from the obligation to abstain from meat.