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This video is about the urban area of San Sebastian de Yali; you can see the church and some of the streets in the center of the town. As you can see, many people come and go from the town for commercial activities. The background music you can hear is our typical music from the northern part of Nicaragua, called Mazurca. There is a story behind this music; some people say its primary roots are in our German heritage north of Nicaragua. Click to learn more...

St. Francis House, a day center for working poor/homeless folks for over 50 years, really needs sandwiches. Please consider making them with your family, friends, and neighbors. It's an excellent way to earn service hours for your school! Sandwiches should consist of simple, inexpensive bread (white or whole wheat) with peanut butter/jelly or lunchmeat/cheese or tuna. Place in individual baggies, then back into loaf bag. Learn More...

Inspired by St. Camillus de Lellis (1550-1614), the patron saint of nurses, hospitals, and the sick, our Camillus ministers are specially trained lay volunteers who work alongside hospital chaplains at Seattle Children’s Hospital.

Join us for Movie Nights at St. Bridget’s! We will have light snacks and beverages available; feel free to bring snacks and drinks of your own! We are looking for teen volunteers to help at the first two screenings—service hours are available! An optional monetary or item donation to the St. Vincent de Paul Society will be gratefully appreciated at each screening. Continue reading...

Join the Social Justice Ministry in a 9-day Novena to St. Juan Diego, praying for the safety and care of refugees and immigrants worldwide. The Novena will occur daily at noon, from March 19 (Feast of St. Joseph) to March 27. We will pray the USCCB prayer together for 10 minutes via Zoom. If you can’t join live, please consider praying on your own. We may not be able to do much alone, but we can unite in prayer and solidarity. Join via Zoom. Click for link.

Four babies are expected at the Refugee Resettlement Project in the next six weeks! Please help us give these mothers and their babies a warm welcome by participating in our baby shower. Any new and/or gently used, clean baby items would be greatly appreciated. Continue reading...

All are welcome! The Assumption Fish Fry will be Friday, April 11th, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. in the ASB gym. We welcome our NE Seattle Catholic Community to this much-loved event. Click to learn more, purchase tickets and/or volunteer.

On May 27, 2024, Marling, Jessiell, and Aylled (a grandmother, mother, and 9-year-old daughter) arrived in Seattle as refugees from Nicaragua, where a humanitarian crisis has evolved so that families can no longer live safely. Continue reading...

Homebound Ministry – Bringing the Eucharist to Those in Need Do you know someone who is unable to attend Mass but would like to receive Holy Communion? Please contact your parish office so we can arrange for a minister to visit them. We are also looking for volunteers to serve as Homebound Ministers, bringing the Eucharist and a sense of community to those who cannot join us in person. If you're interested in this meaningful ministry, please reach out to Fr. Duc Nguyen.

The Funeral Mass for John Gary will be held at Our Lady of the Lake on Thursday, March 7, at 11:00 AM. Please keep John and his loved ones in your prayers during this time of loss. May he rest in the peace of Christ.

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!

Lenten Little Black Books are available for pick-up after Mass. These books offer daily reflections on the Passion according to John, serving as a meaningful companion for your Lenten journey. Be sure to take one and deepen your prayer life this season!

As part of the Archdiocese of Seattle’s 175th anniversary, the Season of Service launches this Saturday, March 1, and continues through the end of May. Show this fun video to motivate all ages to serve as the living Body of Christ and collectively volunteer 175,000 hours. Watch at the link below, show at your parish and school gatherings, and send the video link in your communications.

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.

Guys and Dolls JR. is a lively adaptation of the beloved musical comedy known for its Tony Award-winning success on Broadway. Set in 1950s New York City, the story follows gambler Nathan Detroit as he scrambles to organize a major craps game while dealing with his long-term fiancée Adelaide's frustrations. Nathan turns to high roller Sky Masterson for the funds, but Sky ends up falling for Sarah Brown, a straight-laced missionary. Romance, humor, and unforgettable songs take the audience from Times Square to Havana with a heartwarming conclusion for all. Tickets on sale now. The show is March 6 - 9 and is being played at the OLL School Event Center and Theatre.

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.

INVITING ALL NE CATHOLICS! Discussion Leader: Deacon Denny Duffell, Pax Christi Northwest Regional Coordinator Book: "The Powers That Be: Theology for a New Millennium," by Mennonite Theologian Walter Wink, a renowned study of the power of nonviolence as opposed to demonic “powers of the world.” The book is available through a variety of sources; please pick it up in advance. When: Sundays, March 9, 16, 23, 30, and April 6 at 11:30 AM following the 10:30 AM Mass at Our Lady of the Lake Where: Our Lady of the Lake Parish Office Conference Room, 3517 NE 89th St., across the street from OLL’s Jubilee Hall

In mid-January, about 50 people gathered to watch the film, "Cabrini," to hear an update about the Rivera family and to contribute toward the fund for the family's living and legal expenses. Well over $1,000 of much-needed and very much-appreciated money was contributed. Watching St. Frances Cabrini's advocacy for destitute immigrants in the early 1900s was inspiring and motivating in the face of church and civil opposition. Continue reading...

Introducing the “Cenacle” Lenten series. The word “Cenacle” refers to the “Upper Room” where Jesus gave his disciples the Eucharist, washed their feet, and taught them of the Father’s love and the gift of the Holy Spirit. It is also the place where Jesus regathered the disciples following his resurrection to “breathe” on them the Holy Spirit and send them out as missionaries. Robert and Lori Fontana (Assumption Parish) are associates in the modern-day Missionary Cenacle movement. During Lent, they will be hosting a weekly small group Scripture study and faith-sharing series called Holy Week with Jesus and His Disciples in the Cenacle. It will be held at Assumption Parish Hall. This Lenten series begins on Wednesday, March 12 (7-8:30 pm) for in-person or Zoom sessions. Each session will be repeated on Thursday mornings on Zoom only, beginning March 13, 9-10:30 am. To register, or if you have any questions, write Robert and/or Lori at [email protected]