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ON THE COVER Moses cried out to the Lord, “What shall I do with this people?” East Apse stained glass window, St. James Cathedral. Hans Gottfried von Stockhausen, artist.
CATHEDRAL RESTROOMS While construction on the Portico Project is underway, the Cathedral’s main restrooms remain closed. At each weekend Mass, restrooms in Cathedral Hall are open. In addition, there is a wheelchair accessible restroom on the south side of the west vestibule. This small restroom is reserved for families and those with mobility issues. Lastly, portable restrooms are available at the Terry Avenue entrance to the Cathedral Courtyard.
VISITING CHOIR at 5:30 Mass on Saturday, March 22 ICantori (Italian for “the singers”), the select choir of Walla Walla University, is an auditioned group chosen from the 1,500-member student body. The choir, directed by Dr. Kraig Scott, will provide music for the Saturday 5:30pm Mass this weekend, and will offer an extended prelude (beginning around 5:15pm) and postlude of sacred choral music selections.
SUNDAY HOSPITALITY after 10:00am Mass Join us in Cathedral Hall for parmesan bacon biscuits from Macrina Bakery, fresh fruit, and fellowship.
A Conversation with Fr. Greg Boyle, s.j. Wednesday, March 26 at Seattle Prep, 6:00pm Reception, 7:00pm Conversation. Fr. Greg Boyle has worked for over three decades in the Boyle Heights neighborhood of Los Angeles, the gang capital of the world. Last year, he was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. RSVP required, btoomey@seaprep.org or 206-577-2252.
THE WAY OF THE CROSS is a wonderful Lenten tradition in the Church. On Sunday, March 30 (note date change!), Cathedral youth will lead the Stations of the Cross following the 12 Noon Mass.
HELP NEEDED IN THE CATHEDRAL KITCHEN The Cathedral Kitchen is currently in need of a driver on Friday mornings from 9:00-11:00am to “glean” food from local grocery stores. Okay to bring a friend/helper along, too! Information, Mick McHugh, 206-949-6114 (call or text).
TOILETRY DONATIONS If you are traveling and staying at a hotel, consider bringing the small toiletries back to St. James. Donations can be brought to the Cathedral Bookstore. Our St. Vincent de Paul conference packages the toiletries and distributes them to those in need. Thank you!
MENTAL HEALTH STATIONS OF THE CROSS Presented by the Mental Health and Wellness Ministry, Stations of the Cross with a focus on mental health will be prayed after 12:10pm Mass on Friday, March 28. All are welcome!
MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN WASHINGTON STATE Stay informed with the Washington State Legislature’s 2025 session by joining the Washington State Catholic Conference and advocate for issues impacting our vulnerable communities. Please do so by scanning this QR code.
COMPANIONSHIP TRAINING Learn how to support individuals in the community with mental illness, insecure housing, substance use disorders, and trauma in this training offered by trainer Lizbeth Adams, based on 5 practices of companioning developed by Rev. Craig Rennebohm, workshop will be held Saturday. April 26, 9am-12pm, Pastoral Outreach Center, 907 Columbia St. Space is limited; registration required by April 17. Information, Anisa Ralls 206-382-4269 or aralls@stjames-cathedral.org.
MONTHLY FOOT CARE CLINIC Seattle and King Co 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. Next session: March 26.
THE LAND IS NOT OUR OWN The St. James Racial Solidarity Team is sponsoring a study series on seeking repair alongside Indigenous communities. More details are on the flyer in this bulletin. If you cannot join the group, you are welcome to read the books that will be used. They are Living Nations, Living Words and The Land is Not Empty. You can purchase them in the Cathedral Bookstore.
LENTEN BLOOD DRIVE St. James Cathedral is running another virtual drive from Sunday March 23 to Saturday April 5 to help Bloodworks restore supplies, please give blood at ANY Bloodworks Northwest location during this timeframe, when you arrive to donate, provide the code SJC so we can track our impact. Register at https://donate.bloodworksnw.org/donor/schedules/geo/ to give back to others in need during this season of Lent.
GARDEN VOLUNTEERS NEEDED We are looking for garden enthusiasts, green thumbs and novices to join our team of volunteers in the cathedral garden. Our busy season is about to begin and we need help planting, growing and harvesting fresh vegetables and fruits for the cathedral kitchen. Information, Peter Burns at 206-264-2082, or pburns@stjames-cathedral.org
NUTRITIOUS MEALS HELP CHILDREN GROW HEALTHY IN GUATEMALA In Santa María Chiquimula, Guatemala, over half the community is affected by malnutrition. Amid rising food prices and job loss, Ana Belén and her husband were struggling to provide for their growing family. But they saw a ray of hope through their participation in a Catholic Relief Services program that helps them ensure their children are healthy and have the nutrition they need to thrive and play. Visit crsricebowl.org/week-3 to read this week’s Story of Hope.
IMMIGRANT ASSISTANCE TUTORING: MEANINGFUL CONNECTIONS ONLINE Student I and Tutor A have been meeting online for 3.5 years. It is clear from talking to them that their care and support for each other is mutual. When Tutor A was injured, Student I was worried about his well-being. Even though Student I has been in this country for a long time, she has a continual desire to improve her English and be connected to the community. As her husband lives with a chronic illness, online tutoring is one important way Student I can have a meaningful connection with someone while being home. In a time of frightening changes, including to immigration policies, it gives us hope to notice the good things that are also happening with our immigrant neighbors that are steady and life-giving. New students are coming to our program every week. Please contact Sayuko to join our wonderful tutor team. No prior experience in ESL or Citizenship tutoring necessary, and both in-person and online tutors are needed. Information, Sayuko Setvik, ssetvik@stjames-cathedral.org or 206-382-4511.
QUESTIONS ABOUT CATHOLICISM? Do you have questions about the Catholic faith? Are you new to Mass and wondering what it's all about? Are you cautiously curious about the Church, or perhaps decidedly interested in becoming Catholic? Information, John Marquez, 206-654-4640, jmarquez@stjames-cathedral.org.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL THANKS YOU Recently, this gentleman decided to change careers, leaving a good job in banking. Shortly afterward, he was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. Now he has few health care resources and is applying for disability with limited energy and stamina. He fell behind on rent, learned that SVdP might be a resource and called helpline for one time rent assistance (206-767-6449 or apply online https://svdpseattle.org/get-help/online-help-request-form/).Your donations helped him remain secure in this difficult time. Thank you. Information, Blake Steller, 907-244-6683 or blsteller@gmail.com.
SUPPORT THE SOLANUS CASEY CENTER Named after Capuchin priest Fr. 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. New hours for the Center are Monday to Thursday, 12pm to 3pm. To volunteer, Adriana Henry, Program Manager, 206-223-0907 or AdrianaH@ccsww.org.
SING WITH THE CATHEDRAL CHOIR The Cathedral Choir has openings in all voice parts! Auditions are held by appointment. Singers must know how to read music and be able to keep up with a fast pace of repertoire—we sing more than 70 different motets during a typical church year. The choir season begins in mid-September and runs through early June. Cathedral Choir sings for the 10:00am Sunday Mass (usually a 9:00am call time) and has a weekly rehearsal on Thursdays from 7:30–9:30pm. Additional liturgies are sung throughout the year (including All Souls Requiem, Christmas Eve, Holy Week, and Ordination of Priests). The Cathedral Choir depends on regular attendance at rehearsals and liturgies to achieve the high standards we have for our music ministry.
To schedule an audition, contact the Cathedral music office via email at musicoffice@stjames-cathedral.org or call 206-382-4874. Please let us know your voice part (soprano, alto, tenor, or bass) and what kind of choral singing experience you have.
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