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WOMEN OF ST. JAMES CATHEDRAL Do you want to be part of a group that builds community among the women of St. James Cathedral? If so, please join us for a time of getting acquainted, reflecting on women of the bible and, sharing refreshments. We will gather five Saturday afternoons beginning January 14 from 3:00 to 4:30pm. Information or to register, Patty Pruitt, 206-274-3108 or ppruitt@stjames-cathedral.org.
A BYZANTINE EMPEROR AT KING HENRY'S COURT: Christmas 1400 London Friday, January 20, 2023 at 7:30pm, Cappella Romana in concert. At Christmastide 1400 to 1401, Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Emperor Manuel II Palaiologos paid a visit to King Henry IV at Eltham Palace in London. Seeking aid against the Ottomans, the Byzantine Emperor also brought with him clergy and cantors for prayers and services. New discoveries reveal the mix of liturgical music – in Greek and in Latin – that was performed at this double-royal occasion on Old-Style Christmas (modern date of 7 January). Information and tickets, cappellaromana.org.
JOSEPH ADAM ORGAN CONCERT RESCHEDULED TO JANUARY 27 The final César Franck Bicentennial Celebration concert that was scheduled for January 13 has been rescheduled to Friday, January 27 at 7:30pm. Music by Franck and other organists associated with the Basilica of St. Clotilde in Paris – Gabriel Pierné and Charles Tournemire – will showcase the Cathedral’s Rosales and Hutchings-Votey organs, played by our Director of Music and Cathedral Organist Joseph Adam, also the Resident Organist for the Seattle Symphony. Tickets are a suggested donation of $20; $12 students/seniors; or pay what you can. More information and advance tickets at www.stjames-cathedral.org/music/concerts/2023-01-27-Joseph-Adam.aspx, musicoffice@stjames-cathedral.org, or 206-382-4874. Tickets are also available at the parish office reception desk (cash or check only).
WELCOME BACK Would you yourself–or someone you know–like to take another look at the Catholic Church? If, for one reason or another, you have been away and long for community, or feel hungry for something more, Welcome Back might be just the right place to safely express your concerns. A new in-person six-week series will begin in January. Information, John Simpson, 206-654-4658 or jsimpson@stjames-cathedral.org.
INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC? Seeking a closer relationship with God? Feeling the need for spiritual community and support? Wanting to make the Catholic faith your own? Wondering how to go about joining the Catholic Church? The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) might be for you. Information, John Marquez, 206-654-4640, jmarquez@stjames-cathedral.org.
ADULT CONFIRMATION Are you or is someone you know 17 or older and in need of the Sacrament of Confirmation? The sacrament will be celebrated on Thursday, May 11 at 7:00pm. Classes in preparation for Confirmation begin on Tuesday, February 28. Catholic Baptism and First Communion are required. The deadline for registration is February 21. Information and registration, John Marquez,
206-654-4640 or jmarquez@stjames-cathedral.org.
ARE YOU A REGISTERED PARISHIONER AT ST. JAMES? Many who attend St. James regularly and consider the Cathedral their parish have never officially registered. We strongly encourage you to register. Registered parishioners receive important mailings from the Cathedral (including offering envelopes!). You can register online at www.stjames-cathedral.org.
FAITH FRIENDS INCLUSION MINISTRY Faith Friends is an inclusion ministry serving children and teens from across the Archdiocese of Seattle. We are a unique blend of our Faith Mentor and Children’s Faith Formation program, and provide Sacramental Preparation, as well as opportunities for friendship with other youth. Information, Jennifer Wong, 206-619-0816, faithfriends@stjames-cathedral.org, or www.faithfriendsstjames.org.
CATHOLIC ADVOCACY BULLETIN The Washington State Catholic Conference (WSCC) represents the legislative priorities of our state's bishops in Olympia. With a long legislative session slated for 2023, the WSCC will be publishing weekly bulletins starting in January. There will be plenty of news and updates, as well as sign-in opportunities for bills and information to contact your legislators. Subscribe, https://www.wacatholics.org/be-an-advocate/join-our-network.
HYGIENE ITEMS FOR OUR UNSHELTERED NEIGHBORS The St Vincent de Paul Society is seeking donations of hygiene items for Seattle’s unsheltered neighbors. Donated items will be assembled into individual hygiene kits which will then be distributed in person by SVdP volunteers several days each week to those in need. Hygiene items being sought include: hotel/travel size shampoo; lotion; bar soap; hand sanitizer. Also: disposable razors; deodorant; lip balm; dental floss, toothbrush, toothpaste; Kleenex. The donation collection box is located in the Cathedral Book Store. Donations can be made Monday through Friday 11am-3pm and after each weekend Mass.
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