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.
As we celebrate the Easter Season and the archdiocese's 175th anniversary this year, join us for the Season of Service going on now through the end of May. Sign up for a service event, and report your service hours.
Upcoming events
Hotel Murano
1320 Broadway, Tacoma, WA 98402A History of Initiation Practices and an Examination of the OCIA
Wednesday, May 7, 2025 9:00 am – 12:30 pm (Optional morning prayer at 8:45 am) Join us as we explore the entire contents of the OCIA — Parts I, Part II, and appendices. How do we choose the “right rite”? What are particular circumstances? How do we respect the baptismal status of those seeking full… ...
Vietnamese Martyrs Parish, Tukwila
6841 South 180th Street, Tukwila, WACo-Workers in the Vineyard Convocation
Join Archbishop Etienne and professional lay ministers for an event designed to provide professional ministers formation and networking opportunities. ...
Christ the King Farm
889 East Hemmi Road, Bellingham, WAAgape Service Project Community Event
Join us at the Christ the King Farm to seed the veggie starts and plant onion starts for Agape Food Bank and other local food banks! ...
Faith in action
News
From Northwest Catholic
FEDERAL WAY — Father Gerald “Jerry” L. Mayovsky, a priest in the Archdiocese of Seattle for ..... Read More
VATICAN CITY — The conclave to elect a new pope, scheduled to begin May 7, is governed by t ..... Read More
TUKWILA — For the third year in a row, the Archdiocese of Seattle hosted Dr. James Knight a ..... Read More
RENTON — Father Bernard “Bernie” Francis Jonientz died March 20, 2025, at his home in Rento ..... Read More
SEATTLE — For the past year, Seattle University and the Archdiocese of Seattle have been wo ..... Read More
Editor’s note: This is the English translation of the prepared text of the homily, delivere ..... Read More
From the Archdiocese
On the Clergy Reporting Law
SEATTLE, May 4, 2025 – According to new Washington State Law, Catholic clergy are now required to violate the seal of the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
On the Death of Pope Francis
SEATTLE, April 21, 2025 – The Archdiocese of Seattle is deeply saddened by the news of the death of Pope Francis, who has been the universal shepherd not just for Catholics, but for all of God’s children.
Immigrant Statement about Bellingham Raids
SEATTLE, April 3, 2025 – We remain steadfast in our commitment to our immigrant brothers and sisters who deserve to be treated with respect and dignity. As Christians, we do not separate our love for God from our love of neighbor, regardless of their immigration status....
Archbishop Issues Decree for Our Lady of the Holy Rosary church building
SEATTLE, March 15, 2025 – At the request of Father Tuan Nguyen and your parish councils, I have issued a decree to relegate the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary church building to profane, but not sordid use in accordance with canon 1222, effective March 28, 2025....