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HOSPITALITY AFTER SUNDAY 10:00AM MASS Join us in Cathedral Hall for Cinnamon Apple Fall-Apart rolls from Macrina Bakery, fresh fruit, and the chance to visit with fellow parishioners.
CATHEDRAL YOUTH PROCESSION: SUNDAY OCTOBER 1 AT NOON MASS All children are invited to join the Noon Mass entrance procession in honor of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus. A staff member or volunteer will invite your child to gather in the west vestibule before Mass begins. Parents are welcome to accompany their young children in this procession.
YOUTH FIRST SUNDAY HOSPITALITY Families are invited to Cathedral Hall after the NOON Youth First Sunday Mass for hospitality and a special lunch.
PRAYER FOR THE SYNOD Today, the Synod delegates begin a three-day retreat in preparation for the Assembly, which begins October 4. Please pray for Archbishop Etienne and all who are participating in the Assembly. You are invited to stop by the Place of Prayer near the Shrine of St. John XXIII, pick up a prayer card, and keep the Synod in your prayers throughout this month.
EVENING PRAYER WITH MUSIC FROM TAIZÉ Friday, October 6 at 6:30pm. All are welcome to this celebration of evening prayer with candlelight and the haunting music of the ecumenical community of Taizé, France.
RESPECT LIFE SUNDERY Today, October 1, is recognized by the Catholic Church as Respect Life Sunday. This year, we are called to be in Radical Solidarity, to be courageously pro-woman, promoting a choice that truly protects, accompanies, and supports women and their children. Information, https://www.respectlife.org/
CARE FOR CREATION ADVOCACY OF THE WEEK Support the All Our Relations Campaign Join Northwest tribes and many faith communities at Town Hall, Seattle this Sunday, October 1, 6pm-8pm to support the All Our Relations Snake River Campaign. This Indigenous-led campaign is bringing regional and national attention to the urgent need to recover Snake River salmon and uphold the federal government’s legally-binding commitments to Northwest Tribal Nations. Information and registration, www.ipjc.org.
BOOK OF REMEMBRANCE As we prepare for All Souls on November 2, a book of remembrance has been placed near the Mary Shrine. Please record the names of deceased loved ones. This book of remembrance will be carried in procession at the solemn Requiem Mass of All Souls.
CFF MONTHLY PARENT GATHERING: OCTOBER 8, 2023 Parents, after you drop off your children at class next week, you are invited to the second level of Cathedral Place, room 1 E/W, for our Monthly Parent Gathering. Guest speaker, Anisa Ralls, Director of the St. James Cathedral’s Mental Health and Wellness Ministry, will join us to speak about ways to support your child’s mental health and wellness. Coffee, tea, and snacks also provided.
MENTAL ILLNESS AWARENESS WEEK: October 1-7 Did you know 1 in 5 US adults experience mental illness each year and 65.4% of US adults with serious mental illness received treatment in 2021? Information, www.nami.org/miaw. If you or someone you know needs help contact 988.
MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS RESOURCE FAIR You are invited to the Mental Health and Wellness Ministry’s Annual Resource Fair NEXT Sunday, October 8, 11am to 2pm in Cathedral Hall. Come and enjoy St. James’ Hospitality, meet representatives from organizations in our community and learn about mental health resources that may benefit you or someone you know! Information, Anisa Ralls, Director of Mental Health and Wellness Ministry 206-382-4269 or aralls@stjames-cathedral.org.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL THANKS YOU A single parent was unable to work for a few weeks during the summer school break because she could not afford childcare. Her school age child was on a waitlist for a free summer camp that would allow her to go back to part-time work, but when we visited with her, the family was still waiting for his name to be chosen. With no income, the woman found she could not meet her rent payment. This neighbor called the St Vincent de Paul Helpline requesting assistance (206-767-6449). Your donations helped her meet her rent obligation. Information, Jo Ann Wiesner, 206-291-4012 or wiesnerjo@gmail.com.
YOUTH READER MINISTRY Is your child/teen interested in becoming a Youth Reader at Mass and proclaiming the Word of the Lord or reading prayers? Information, Tami Kowal, Director of Children’s Faith Formation, 206-219-5822 or tkowal@stjames-cathedral.org.
CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION Our Children’s Faith Formation program began Sunday, September 24 at 11am. No class this weekend – See you next Sunday! It’s not too late to join. Information and enrollment, Tami Kowal, 206-219-5822 or tkowal@stjames-cathedral.org.
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. Information and registration, Anisa Ralls, 206-382-4269 or aralls@stjames-cathedral.org
OPERATION NIGHTWATCH supports homeless men and women by providing shelter meals. A St. James team is being formed to cook and serve dinner for 150 people on the third Tuesday of each month, 6:30pm-9:30pm. Information, Peter Burns, 206-264-2082 or pburns@stjames-cathedral.org.
SUNDAY BREAKFAST St. James Cathedral is one of only three Seattle sites that serve Sunday breakfast for homeless and low-income persons. Please consider joining our Saturday, 3:30-5:30pm cooking team, or our Sunday, 6:30-8.30am serving team. Information, Patrick Barredo, 206-382-4515 or pbarredo@stjames-cathedral.org.
SUPPORT THE SOLANUS CASEY CENTER Named after Franciscan 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, 1pm to 4pm. To volunteer, Adriana Henry, Program Manager, 206-223-0907 or AdrianaH@ccsww.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, Leticia Escobar, 206-619-0816, faithfriends@stjames-cathedral.org, or www.faithfriendsstjames.org.
TEEN, YOUNG ADULT AND ADULT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FAITH FRIENDS MINISTRY Faith Friends is a unique blend of our Faith Mentor, children’s faith formation program, and an inclusion ministry. The ministry's goal is to give children and teens ages 7- 18 with physical, cognitive and/or intellectual disabilities access to the parish community, social events, and faith formation. Perhaps the most unique aspect of the Faith Friends program is the Faith Peer program. Faith Peers are teens and young adults who have chosen to live out their discipleship and share some of their personal time in dedication and service to the goals of the program. Adult volunteers are needed for the Adult Leadership team. Consider getting involved! Information, Leticia Escobar, 206-619-0816, faithfriends@stjames-cathedral.org, or www.faithfriendsstjames.org.
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