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
Sacred Heart, Tacoma
4520 McKinley Avenue, Tacoma, WAEl Hierro Afila Al Hierro Conferencia Para Hombres Catolicos
¡Ven a afilar tu fe y tu espíritu en El Hierro Afila al Hierro – Retiro de Hombres Católicos 2025 con el Obispo Elizondo. ...
Archdiocese of Seattle Associated Catholic Cemeteries Open House
Discover the beauty and peace of our Catholic cemeteries at this special Open House. ...
Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center
4700 Southwest Dash Point Road, Federal Way, WA, USABetrothed: Marriage Preparation Retreat
Prepare for a fulfilling marriage at The Betrothed retreat. Join us for insightful sessions and bonding activities that strengthen your relationship for life. ...
Faith in action
News
From Northwest Catholic
TACOMA — The pews at St. Leo Church were packed Oct. 4 as almost 300 people gathered in sol ..... Read More
RENTON — On Oct. 5, Bernie Wittgens will take a four-wheeled cart filled with about 100 pro ..... Read More
VATICAN CITY — The Jubilee Year requires making a choice: serving God and justice or money ..... Read More
SEATTLE — School was weeks away from starting as six young adults moved into the Prince of ..... Read More
Names of undocumented immigrants who spoke to Northwest Catholic have been changed to prote ..... Read More
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From the Archdiocese
Federal court blocks Washington law targeting seal of confession
SEATTLE, July 18, 2025 – A federal court today blocked a new Washington state law that would have forced Catholic priests to face jail time unless they broke the sacred seal of confession.
Catholic bishops ask court to quickly block unconstitutional Washington law breaking seal of confession
SEATTLE, June 6, 2025 – The Catholic bishops of Washington asked a federal court late yesterday to block a new state law that forces priests to choose between breaking the sacred seal of confession or facing jail time before it takes effect on July 27.