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ON THE COVER Say to those whose hearts are frightened: be strong, fear not! Our Lady of Seattle in the Cathedral Chapel.
FLOWERS AT THE ALTAR are offered by Angela and Edward DeAlbuquerque in loving memory of Joan deAlbuquerque. Flowers at the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the North Transept are offered by Caroline Okello and Lisa Matchette in honor of the Blessed Mother’s birthday.
SUNDAY HOSPITALITY Come to Cathedral Hall after the 10:00am Mass for muffins from Macrina Bakery, fresh fruit, and fellowship.
SUNDAY HOSPITALITY AT SUNDAY 5:30PM MASS! Join us after the 5:30pm Mass on Sunday, September 8 in the Archbishop Murphy Courtyard. We’ll share Samosas and Mimosas and a chance to visit with fellow parishioners.
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 eight-week series will begin September 18. Information, John Simpson, 206-654-4658 or jsimpson@stjames-cathedral.org.
REGISTRATION FOR CHILDREN’S FAITH FORMATION IS OPEN! We offer faith formation classes for ages 4-17, including Sacramental Preparation for First Reconciliation, First Communion, Confirmation. Registration is fully online this year and there is no fee for classes or materials. Classes begin on September 15, 2024. Please register today using the QR code or by using the link on the kids’ page of the St. James Cathedral website. Information, Tami Kowal, 206-219-5822 or tkowal@stjames-cathedral.org.
YOUNG ADULTS will gather on the third Sunday of the month, September 15, after the 5:30pm Mass. Information, Patty Pruitt, ppruitt@stjames-cathedral.org.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL THANKS YOU An older man works part-time time earning a modest salary. He has resided in the same apartment for over five years and because of his low salary, he qualified and paid a subsidized rent. When the subsidy covering a large portion of his rent ended, he was not notified immediately. Consequently, the property manager presented a bill with the new larger amount of rent. This bill included the current month’s rent and the balance for the previous two months rent still owed. The surprise rental debt caused a lot of anxiety to this neighbor who always paid his rent in full. This amount was beyond what he could pay. This neighbor called the SVdP Helpline (206-767-6449 or apply online https://svdpseattle.org/get-help/online-help-request-form/). Because of your support, we paid a portion of his rent and relieved some of his anxiety. Information, Jo Ann Wiesner, 206-291-4012 or wiesnerjo@gmail.com.
ST JAMES CATHEDRAL BLOOD DRIVE St. James Cathedral is running another two-week blood donation campaign, between Sunday, September 15 to Sunday, September 29 at ANY Bloodworks Northwest location. When you arrive to donate, check in and provide the code SJC to the registrar so we can track our impact! Visit https://donate.bloodworksnw.org/donor/schedules/geo/ to find all the convenient nearby locations offered in our two-week timeframe. Please book your appointment now to reserve your spot!
PLEASE JOIN US FOR AN EVENING OF PRAYER WITH REFUGEES in the Cathedral on Wednesday, September 25 at 6:30pm in honor of National Migration Week. In his message for World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Pope Francis reminds us: “God walks with His people.” Together we will pray for migrants and refugees worldwide and for world peace. The prayer service in the Cathedral will be followed by a dessert reception in the Pastoral Outreach Center. Information, Erica de Klerk, edeklerk@stjames-cathedral.org or 206-382-4511.
GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP Tuesdays, September 10-November 5 (skipping October 15), 6:30-8:00pm. A new grief support group is starting for anyone who is grieving the death of a loved one. This 8-week group will be facilitated by Anisa Ralls, Director of the Mental Health and Wellness Ministry. Registration required, aralls@stjames-cathedral.org or 206-382-4269.
GETTING TO KNOW OUR PARISH FAMILY All members of the parish family of St. James Cathedral, Christ Our Hope, and Immaculate Conception are invited to gatherings this summer to learn more about the parishes of our family, pray together, share a meal, and get to know one another. The last gathering is at Immaculate Conception Church, 820 18th Ave, on Thursday, September 12 at 6:30pm. Information or to RSVP, Barbara Connor, 206-322-5970 or bconnor@icseattle.org.
OUTREACH AND ADVOCACY NEWSLETTER Learn about upcoming events and opportunities as well as stay informed on Catholic social teaching by receiving this monthly newsletter. The next edition comes out this Wednesday. Subscribe, outreach@stjames-cathedral.org.
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, jmarquez@stjames-cathedral.org, 206-654-4640.
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