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MASS OF THANKSGIVING DAY On Thursday, November 23 at 9:30am, we celebrate the Mass of Thanksgiving Day. This Mass is a beautiful Cathedral tradition. What better way to start our national day of Thanksgiving than by celebrating the Eucharist, which means “thanksgiving”? All are invited to bring non-perishable food items to share with for the poor.
ST. VINCENT DE PAUL COLLECTION This is the Third Sunday of the Month! As you leave the Cathedral, the ushers will be at the doors to receive any offering you are able to make in support of our St. Vincent de Paul Society outreach to the poor and needy in our downtown neighborhood. Your support makes a tremendous difference! Thank you.
CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION PROGRAM Classes will take place today at O’Dea after the 10:00am Mass. There will be no class on Sunday, November 26. Happy Thanksgiving!
CATHEDRAL YOUTH PROCESSION: SUNDAY DECEMBER 3 AT NOON MASS All Children are invited to join the Noon Mass entrance procession. Please gather in the west vestibule before Mass begins. Parents are welcome to accompany their young children in this procession. After Mass, all families are invited to Cathedral Hall for snacks and social time.
WOMEN’S ADVENT FAITH GROUP For all women at the Cathedral! Would you like to join with other parishioners to make new friends and build community as we share scripture and our faith journeys? We will gather in the Holy Names Room at the Pastoral Outreach Center for four Saturdays starting November 25, 3:00-4:30pm. Refreshments will be provided. Information and registration, Anisa Ralls, 206-382-4269 or aralls@stjames-cathedral.org.
COMMUNAL ANOINTING OF THE SICK On Friday, December 1 at 12:10pm Mass, Father Ryan will celebrate a special Mass for the Sick including the sacrament of the anointing of the sick. If you experience chronic physical or mental illness, are facing surgery, or are experiencing the weakness that comes with age, you are welcome to receive the Church’s sacrament of healing.
HODIE CHRISTUS NATUS EST! CONCERT A Medieval Celebration of the Nativity – Saturday, December 2 at 8:00pm. The Medieval Women's Choir and the Boston Camerata (Anne Azéma, Artistic Directror) come together for a glimpse of Christmas spirituality from Medieval France, Italy, England, and Provence, including music of the church and songs of private devotion around the joyous theme of the Nativity. Included are songs to the Virgin Mary, processionals from Saint Martial of Limoges, hymns, lyrics, and miracle ballads, sung in Latin, Old French, Old Provencal, Saxon, interlaced with Medieval English texts. Tickets and more info at https://medievalwomenschoir.org/events/ or 206-717-4550. A limited number of pay-what-you-can parishioner passes are available at the Cathedral parish office reception desk or through the music office.
CELEBRATE THIRTY YEARS OF WHEEL Tuesday, November 21, 7pm, Seattle Town Hall. Please join a very special evening to celebrate the 30th anniversary of WHEEL (Women’s Housing, Equality, and Enhancement League). New and old poetry will be woven though the evening's presentations, accompanied by 30 years of photos. Registration, https://townhallseattle.org/event/behind-the-wheel/
“THE GOSPEL OF PEACE": AN EVENING WITH FATHER JOHN DEAR Friday, January 19, 2025, 6pm, Peace and Spirituality Center, Bellevue, WA The author will share about his soon-to-be-released book, The Gospel of Peace: A Commentary on Matthew, Mark, and Luke from the Perspective of Nonviolence, answer questions, and sign copies. He is a nonviolent activist whose teachings are impactful and challenging invitations to co-create a more beautiful world. Space is limited. Registration, tinyurl.com/FrJohnDear
ST VINCENT DE PAUL THANKS YOU An older man is grateful to have an apartment after many years of homelessness. Sadly, when the man was hospitalized, his wallet went missing and he lost the money within it to pay his rent. Anxious to retain his housing, this neighbor called the St Vincent de Paul Helpline requesting assistance. Thanks to your support, we were able to help with rent and ease his anxiety. Information, Jo Ann Wiesner, 206-291-4012 or wiesnerjo@gmail.com.
CARE FOR CREATION NEWS COP 28, the United Nations’ conference on climate change, convenes in Dubai, November 30 to December 12. For the first time, an inventory of exactly where we stand in regard to keeping global temperatures to a 1.5 degree rise will be presented. Exactly how far off track are we and what do we need to do? Pope Francis will attend in early December and is expected to address the delegates. Let us pray that his message of good stewardship of God’s creation be heard and acted upon for the sake of all living things.
ALL ARE WELCOME TO DINE AT THE CATHEDRAL KITCHEN! Dinner: Monday to Friday, 4pm - 4:45pm. Sunday Breakfast: 7am – 8am.
ST. JAMES RESPITE TEAM Each week Immigrant Assistance is contacted by migrants arriving in our community. We are currently seeking device donations for Respite Team clients for online English classes. Please let us know if you have a laptop, tablet or phone that you can donate; must be in good condition and have a working camera. Information, Erica de Klerk, edeklerk@stjames-cathedral.org or 206-382-4511.
WEEKLY MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS GROUPS Every Friday of the month, 10-11:30am the Mental Health and Wellness Ministry will be having different groups for mental health support, including art, board games, a mental health support group, mindfulness, yoga, and prayer, and a movie. Everyone is welcome! Held in the Pastoral Outreach Center. Registration, Anisa Ralls, 206-382-4269 or aralls@stjames-cathedral.org.
VISIT THE CATHEDRAL BOOKSTORE Located in Archbishop Murphy Courtyard on the south side of the Cathedral, the Cathedral Bookstore is open weekdays 11-3 and after each weekend Mass. The Bookstore offers a wide variety of items: books for children and adults; gift items and religious articles like rosaries and saints’ medals; Cathedral souvenirs, including postcards, notecards, books, magnets, keychains, and more. Now in stock: custom vinyl stickers of the Cathedral for your notebook or laptop! Information, Caroline Okello, 206-654-4650 or cokello@stjames-cathedral.org.
SACRAMENT OF CONFIRMATION FOR ADULTS Are you college age or older and in need of the Sacrament of Confirmation? Classes in preparation for Confirmation will be held on successive Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30pm, beginning on February 6, 2024, and running through April. The Sacrament will be celebrated on Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 5:30pm. Registration for the classes is necessary. Must be baptized in the Catholic Church and have received First Communion. Information, John Marquez, jmarquez@stjames-cathedral.org, 206-654-4640.
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP Build a support system with people who understand, Every 2nd Monday of the month 1:00-2:30pm, The Memory Hub 1021 Columbia St Seattle, Information, Kimber Behrends, facilitator, kibehrends@alz.org or 206-529-3865.
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