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Do you know who St. Phoebe is? As a Deacon in the early church, Saint Phoebe, sent by the Apostle Paul, ministered in the church of Cenchreae, a busy port near Corinth, which was a common stop for travelers. Weary travelers were able to hear the message of hope and love from St. Phoebe, and she also used her social connections and wealth to help those who needed it most in terms of support and basic human needs. Continue reading...

Looking for a fun and meaningful summer project with your kids? Help support our neighbors in need by making sandwiches or hard-boiled eggs for St. Francis House! Here’s how to help: Please wash hands before preparing food. Use inexpensive bread and fillings like lunch meat, cheese, tuna, peanut butter & jelly. No need to add mayo or mustard. Wrap each sandwich in a baggie, then place back in the original bread bag. We’re also grateful for donations of hard-boiled eggs, Cutie oranges, bananas, small apples, and cheese sticks. Every weekday, St. Francis House serves over 150 people, and your generosity makes a real impact! NEW Drop-off Times: St. Bridget: Mondays, 1–2 PM Our Lady of the Lake (OLL): Thursdays, 9 AM Donors from Assumption and St. Catherine parishes, please bring your donations to either St. Bridget or OLL. Questions? Contact Mary Jo Gasparich at [email protected] or Maria DeSouza at [email protected]. Thank you for sharing your hearts—and sandwiches—this summer!

Join YCP Seattle and Fr. Lawrence Lew, O.P.—author, evangelist, EWTN host, and Promoter General of the Holy Rosary—for a powerful evening of reflection and renewal. Discover how Marian devotion rewires the soul for deeper friendship with Jesus in this special Executive Speaker Series. In this inspiring Marian Talk, you’ll learn how the Rosary is intimately connected to the virtue of hope—a true Christian measure of resilience. Date: Monday, July 14 at 7:00 PM Location: St. Monica Catholic Church 4311 88th Ave SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040

Rice Bowls are available for pick-up after Mass. We encourage everyone to participate in this meaningful Lenten tradition. This year, instead of returning your filled bowls, please count your collected cash/coins and donate online. Thank you for your generosity!

Catholic Speed Dating Back by popular demand! Please join us for the third regional speed dating event for Catholic young adults (ages 21-35) on Saturday, March 22, at 7 p.m. at Holy Rosary, Edmonds. Please note: this is a Catholic event, not a season of The Bachelor. Tickets are $25 and include food and drinks. Attire is business casual.For questions, please contact Alice McIntyre at [email protected].

Seattle Catholic Dance Crew is hosting a Country Dance Workshop featuring lessons in country swing and line dancing on Saturday, March 8th, at St. Alphonsus Parish Hall in Seattle at 7 p.m. Young adults (21–35) are welcome to attend.

The combined St Vincent de Paul Conferences of Assumption St. Bridget, Our Lady of the Lake, and St. Catherine of Siena gathered together for a Mass and reception at St. Bridget on February 19th. This was a celebration of the Friendship and Spirituality side of our ministry. In addition to the great snacks and desserts, there was a rousing game of Northeast Seattle Catholic Community Patron Saint Trivia - won by Beth Schweiger of OLL. Thanks to all who attended.

Cabrini: A Story of Faith and Courage Hosted by NE Seattle Catholic community Welcome Circle Experience the inspiring journey of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, the first American citizen saint. This film celebrates her faith, perseverance, and lasting impact on immigrants, schools, and healthcare. A story of hope and determination!