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ON THE COVER Taste and see the goodness of the Lord. Pelican feeding her young. East Nave stained glass window, St. James Cathedral. Charles Connick, artist.
FLOWERS AT THE ALTAR are offered by the Head family in loving memory of Tiffany Head on the seventh anniversary of her passing. Flowers are also from the Saturday wedding of Rachel Rubin and Matthew Warren. Flowers at the statue of the Blessed Virgin Mary in the north transept are offered in memory of Eileen Henchy from her children, Diana, John and Lisa, on the 2nd anniversary of her death. Last Sunday’s flowers were offered by Lydia Pastores in memory of her husband Edgardo Primero Pastores on the first anniversary of his passing.
SUNDAY HOSPITALITY Come to Cathedral Hall after the 10:00am Mass for biscuits from Macrina Bakery, fresh fruit, and fellowship.
SUNDAY HOSPITALITY COMES TO SUNDAY EVENING MASS! Join us after the 5:30pm Mass on Sunday, August 11 in the Archbishop Murphy Courtyard. We’ll share Samosas and Mimosas and a chance to visit with fellow parishioners.
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.
SENIOR ICE CREAM SOCIAL Seniors of the parish, come join us for an ice cream social to celebrate summer! Wednesday, August 21, 1-3pm, Pastoral Outreach Center Courtyard. RSVP requested by August 19. Information, Anisa Ralls, 206-382-4269 or aralls@stjames-cathedral.org.
A SPIRITUALITY OF GRIEVING WITH FatheR RON ROLHEISER Presented by St Michael Parish, Olympia, Saturday, September 21. Mass at 9am, talk 10am-1pm. Join us for a free presentation on grieving through the lens of our Catholic faith. Information, https://saintmichaelparish.org/a-spirituality-of-grieving/
SUMMER WALKING GROUP Join the Mental Health and Wellness Ministry every Wednesday at 11am in front of the Pastoral Outreach Center, 907 Columbia St. this summer! We will be walking together around the neighborhood of the Cathedral, while we get to know each other and improve our physical and mental health. All abilities and dogs are welcome. Last walk on August 28. Information, Anisa Ralls, 206-382-4269 or aralls@stjames-cathedral.org.
JOIN THE CATHEDRAL USHERS At all the Masses on weekends, holy days, and other special occasions, Cathedral ushers welcome visitors, hand out bulletins, answer questions, and assist with the collection and communion procession. And we can always use more ushers! All training is provided. Information, Corinna Laughlin, claughlin@stjames-cathedral.org.
MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS MINISTRY MOVIE GROUP Join the Mental Health and Wellness Ministry on the 5th Friday of the month, 10-11:30am, to watch a movie together. Popcorn and refreshments served! All are welcome to gather for fun and community, next movie group will be held Friday, August 30 in the Pastoral Outreach Center. Information, Anisa Ralls 206-382-4269 or aralls@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.
SUPPORT THE SOLANUS CASEY CENTER Named after Franciscan Capuchin priest 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. It is one of the few agencies in Seattle that will help pay for ID cards and provide assistance with necessary background paperwork. 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.
A TIP FROM POPE FRANCIS: WE MUST COMMIT TO APPROACHING OTHERS WITH LOVE In Fratelli Tutti, Pope Francis calls for “a better kind of politics, one truly at the service of the common good” (154). Even those with whom we disagree are children of God. Sadly, such an approach has become countercultural. We have become used to efforts aimed more to “discredit and insult opponents from the outset than to open a respectful dialogue aimed at achieving agreement on a deeper level” (201). This is a situation in which we must be prophetic, modeling by example a respectful approach that honors others as made in God’s image. This involves stepping outside ourselves, listening with empathy, and seeking to truly understand another person’s experience.
TOILETRY DONATIONS If you are traveling and staying at a hotel, bring the small toiletries back to St. James so they can be distributed to those in need. Donations can be dropped at the Cathedral Bookstore.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL THANKS YOU: A single parent with a school age son uses his truck to get to work and to take his son to school. When his truck broke down, getting it in running condition was essential. After paying for this expense, the man was laid off from his work. Waiting to see if he was eligible for unemployment, he fell short of money to pay his rent. After receiving an eviction notice, this neighbor called the SVdP Helpline (206-767-6449 or online https://svdpseattle.org/get-help/online-help-request-form/). Because of your participation in the SVdP ministry, we were able to pay a portion of the man’s rent. When we visited the man, he happily told us he would be able to return to work soon. Information, Jo Ann Wiesner, 206-291-4012 or wiesnerjo@gmail.com.
LOOKING FOR WAYS TO SERVE OUR COMMUNITY? Are you interested in discovering a vibrant faith group that serves our local community in meaningful ways? Jesuit Volunteer EnCorps will support you in your commitment! We are a group, ages 40+, that meets monthly in-person. As a program of JVC Northwest, we explore our commitment to values: social and ecological justice, community, simple living and spirituality. We assist group members to explore volunteer options in our community. Program begins in September. Apply by August 31 to be included in the opening retreat. And applications are accepted throughout the program year. Information, Sarah Thompson, jvencorps@jvcnorthwest or visit www.jvencorps.org.
MASS FOR SUICIDE HEALING AND REMEMBRANCE September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month. Join us at this special Mass, 9/14 at 5:30pm, as we pray for all who have been lost to suicide, for survivors of suicide, and for those who have lost a family member, friend, or colleague. We also pray that, as Church and as individuals, we can help prevent suicide by raising awareness and knowing how to help those in need. Archbishop Paul D. Etienne, celebrant.
WEEKLY MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS GROUPS Open to anyone who needs support, weekly groups are held every Friday of the month, 10:00-11:30am. The Mental Health and Wellness Ministry is offering 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. Registration, Anisa Ralls, 206-382-4269 or aralls@stjames-cathedral.org.
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