News - September 2024

Since 1976, the US Catholic Bishops have offered the document Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship to guide Catholics in their political responsibilities. It encourages Catholics to form their consciences, engage in respectful public dialogue, and shape political decisions based on Catholic teachings. Continue reading...

The Sacrament of the Anointing of the Sick will be offered on the first full weekend of each month. This special sacrament will occur on Friday, October 4, following the 9:00 AM Mass at Assumption and St. Bridget's. Then, on October 5 at the 5:00 PM Mass at Our Lady of the Lake and St. Catherine's. It will also be offered after all four October 6, Sunday Masses: 9:00 AM at Assumption and St. Bridget's and 10:30 AM at Our Lady of the Lake and St. Catherine's.

Dear Friends in Christ, Autumn Blessings to all. I love the Fall season when the leaves change colors and the temperatures cool a bit to create “Sweater weather.” It’s traditionally the harvest season for crops and various kinds of produce. It’s also the time of the year when Christians reflect on their lives as stewards of God’s grace. Continue reading...

Our October Liturgical Ministry sign-up is live. Please take a moment to sign up to help.

Please note that the Confirmation previously scheduled for December 5, 2024, has been moved to the spring. The exact date will be announced soon. Classes will begin on October 13 at St. Bridget’s at 6:30 PM. This update applies to all four parishes and three associated schools. Please register HERE. For more details or assistance, please contact Sarah Chopyak [email protected]

Dear Friends in Christ, A big and heartfelt thank you for the gracious welcome receptions our parishes have offered to Fr. Duc and me over the last three weeks. Your warm and kind hospitality makes us feel most welcome in our NE Seattle Catholic Community. Continue reading...

The four NE Seattle Catholic churches in our parish family have committed to providing dinner to 60 homeless adults and children at Tent City 4 in Lake City on the first Sunday of each month in 2024. The first date is Sun., Oct. 6.

Will feature female reflectionists at all six masses in our parish family on the weekend of October 5th and 6th. We extend our gratitude to the members of our Phoebe Circle, who are planning and organizing this event. The Phoebe Circle meets monthly to harness the inspiration sparked by St. Phoebe and to continue uplifting female voices in our community. If you have any questions or are interested in joining, please contact Liz Jackman via email.

St. Bridget is seeking a lead nursery attendant for our Sunday Mass nursery which cares for children ages 6 mos. to 4 years old. Applicants must be 18 years of age and have completed the safe environment training through the archdiocese (VIRTUS). This is a paid position. Please contact Jody Fitts if you are interested or know of someone who is interested.

Dear Friends in Christ, Part of the “Back to School” season is a hopeful increase in attendance at Sunday Mass in our family of parishes. Please spread a word of encouragement to everyone in your family to participate in one of the 6 Masses we offer on weekends. That includes our children and youth. Continue reading...

Dear Friends in Christ, We have officially joined together as a family of parishes as of July 1. I hope you feel welcome to participate at any of the times we schedule Mass in our family. Continue reading...