|
ON THE COVER Our Lady of Guadalupe. Donald Sandoval, artist.
FLOWERS AT THE ALTAR are given by the parish community in honor of the children making their first Holy Communion at the Noon Mass today. If you would like to offer flowers in memory of a loved one, in celebration of an anniversary, or in thanksgiving for an answered prayer, contact Maggie Corrigan, mcorrigan@stjames-cathedral.org or 206-622-3559. Open dates are June 30, July 28, and August 4, 18, and 25.
SUNDAY HOSPITALITY Come to Cathedral Hall after the 10:00am Mass for apple bran pecan muffins from Macrina Bakery, fresh fruit, and the chance to visit with fellow parishioners.
HOSPITALITY AFTER THE NOON MASS Join our First Communicants and their families for a special lunch after the Noon Mass, and a celebratory cake!
YOUNG ADULTS You are invited to our first Sunday of the month meeting. After dinner, Aires and Aleah Patulot, will explore the topic of Relationships with the group. Aires is the Director of Campus Ministry at Bellarmine Preparatory School and a recognized speaker in the Archdiocese of Seattle. The meeting begins Sunday evening after the 5:30pm Mass, May 5. Come, grow in faith and in community. Information, Patty Pruitt, ppruitt@stjames-cathedral.org or 206-274-3108.
INTERESTED IN BECOMING CATHOLIC? Are you, a family member, or a friend interested in joining the Catholic Church? Are you curious about how a person becomes Catholic or do you simply want to learn what Catholicism is all about? Information, John Marquez, 206-654-4640 or jmarquez@stjames-cathedral.org.
CARE FOR CREATION NEWS The Catholic Church will be celebrating the 9th anniversary of the publication of Pope Francis’ encyclical on caring for the Earth. Laudato Si’ Week, to take place May 19-26, encourages us to be Seeds of Hope. Let us contemplate and nurture seeds of hope for our “suffering planet” (Laudate Deum 2). Laudate Deum is a reminder about the urgency of the Laudato Si’ message and the need for both personal and cultural transformation amidst our ecological and climate crises. Let us be seeds of hope in our lives and our world, rooted in faith and love. Information, https://laudatosiweek.org/.
ASKING FOR CHANGE WORKSHOP Powerful Communication Skills to Motivate and Inspire Your Adult Child, For all parents who are struggling to communicate with their adult children with mental illness, join us for a free workshop with Bob Krulish on Saturday, May 25 (note date change!), 9am-12pm, Pastoral Outreach Center, 907 Columbia St, RSVP by May 20, Information, Anisa Ralls, 206-382-4269 or aralls@stjames-cathedral.org.
JOIN THE CATHEDRAL KITCHEN GARDEN TEAM! The St. James Cathedral Kitchen Garden, which provides fresh produce for the weeknight meals served at Cathedral Hall, welcomes volunteers to help with planting, weeding, maintenance, pruning & harvesting. The garden is located on the corner of Madison & Terry. Information, Peter Burns, pburns@stjames-cathedral.org or 206-264-2082.
SUNDAY BREAKFAST St. James Cathedral is one of only two sites that serve breakfast for homeless and low-income persons on Sunday mornings in Seattle. Please consider joining our Saturday, 3.30pm-5.30pm cooking team, or our Sunday, 6.30am-8.30am serving team. Information, Patrick Barredo, 206-382-4515 or pbarredo@stjames-cathedral.org.
EMERALD ENSEMBLE CONCERT – BYRD & HOWELLS Tuesday, May 14 at 7:30pm, the Emerald Ensemble presents two great works by masters of English choral music. From the Renaissance comes William Byrd's Mass for five voices, a rarely performed gem. Herbert Howells's unaccompanied Requiem, written after the death of the composer's son, is a soothing staple of twentieth-century choral repertoire. The concert is rounded out by two works by local composers, Karen P. Thomas and the Emerald Ensemble's own Artistic Director, Gary D. Cannon. Tickets and more info at www.emeraldensemble.org, where free St. James parishioner passes are available.
SEATTLE YOUNG CATHOLIC PROFESSIONALS (YCP) seek to inspire Catholic young adults in Seattle to live out their faith through work, friendship, and community building. Join us for our Executive Speaker Series featuring Isaac Huss, Catholic Writer and Speaker. Learn how to “Date like a (Young Catholic) Pro!” on Thursday, May 16 at 7:00pm in the Isaac Orr Conference Room at the Archdiocese of Seattle. This is a free public event. Business casual attire. Complimentary food and drinks. Registration, ycpseattle.org.
SUPPORT THE SOLANUS CASEY CENTER Named after Franciscan Capuchin priest Blessed Solanus Casey, the Center (a joint ministry of Catholic Community Services and St. James Cathedral) is a walk-in referral center that provides services to the unemployed, working poor, people just released from detention, and those living on the streets, shelters, and transitional housing. The Center also offers modest financial assistance as funds allow. In particular, it is one of the few agencies in Seattle that will help pay for ID cards and provide assistance with necessary background paperwork. The Center is open Monday to Thursday, 12 Noon to 3pm. Information, Adriana Henry, Program Manager, 206-223-0907 or AdrianaH@ccsww.org.
ARCHDIOCESE OF SEATTLE MENTAL HEALTH MINISTRY NAMIWALK TEAM The Archdiocese of Seattle’s Mental Health Ministry has formed a NAMI Walks team in order to bring people together across the Archdiocese to raise awareness and support for people with mental illness and their families. Please consider joining our team and walking with us so we can spread the message of “Mental Health for All!” (No monetary donation is required) Saturday, June 1, 8:00am-11:00am, Marina Park in Kirkland, Registration, https://www.namiwalks.org/index.cfm?fuseaction=donordrive.team&teamID=63637, Information, 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. Information, Caroline Okello, 206-654-4650 or cokello@stjames-cathedral.org.
MONTHLY FOOT CARE CLINIC Seattle and King County Public Health are offering free monthly foot clinics and blood pressure checks, last Wednesday of every month, 1-4pm, held at Pastoral Outreach Center, 907 Columbia St. No registration required.
MONTHLY ART GROUP Sponsored by the Mental Health and Wellness Ministry, Every 2nd Friday of the month, 10-11:30am at the Pastoral Outreach Center, join us in a supportive group to work on art projects and meet new people! No experience needed and all materials provided. Everyone is welcome! Registration, Anisa Ralls, 206-382-4269 or aralls@stjames-cathedral.org
CONGRATULATIONS AND GOD’S BLESSINGS to all who were confirmed by Archbishop Etienne at last Sunday’s 5:30pm Mass: Alexandra Alcazar, Megan Brooker, Emma De Collibus, Hailey Fuentes, Leslie Fuentes Hernandez, Isaac Gerrick, Nora Paulus, Gabrielle Perez, Noah Riggio, Maria Rodas, Seth St. Thomas, Sydney St. Thomas, Jeraldin Sundar, Brady True, Saron Yohannes, Shazelle Yoshida, Dawn Arriola, Keegan Cabrera, Arlene de Caray, Anthony Dizon, Jazalyn Dizon, David Gonzalez, Vincent Granados, Jennifer Lopez, Derrick Manibusan, Isabella Ombrellaro, Sydney Pfeifer De Leon, and Zack Pfeifer. May the gifts of the Holy Spirit be yours in abundance!
REST IN PEACE Please pray for the repose of the souls of Shirley Lillis, Michael Kopcho, Peggy Dion, Paul Wyckoff, and James Lane. Eternal rest grant to them, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon them.
| 
