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ST JAMES CATHEDRAL BOOK CLUB Thursday, September 7, 6:30–8:00pm in the Pastoral Outreach Center. The Cathedral Book Club and the Racial Solidarity Team are jointly sponsoring a discussion of Isabel Wilkerson’s Caste, an exploration of the unspoken and unacknowledged caste system that has shaped our country’s history. Register, Joyce Mork-O'Brien, 206-226-4099 or email jabmob14@comcast.net.
CARE FOR CREATION TIP OF THE WEEK The Laudato Si’ Action Platform, an initiative of the Vatican Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development, is inspired by Pope Francis’ 2015 encyclical Laudato Si’. It equips the Church to achieve real and lasting solutions to the ecological crisis. This ever-growing program includes support for families who want to develop tailored Laudato Si’ Action Plans to accomplish one purpose: concrete actions to protect our common home. Information, www.laudatosiactionplatform.org.
CATHEDRAL KITCHEN The Cathedral Kitchen serves over 100 dinners each weeknight. Consider joining the Kitchen team by committing to prepare and serve meals once a week. Information, Mick McHugh, 206-264-2091 or MickMcHugh00@gmail.com.
MASS OF THE HOLY SPIRIT ON THE EVE OF THE SYNOD: Saturday, September 23 at 5:30pm Pope Francis has appointed Archbishop Etienne as a delegate to the Synodal assembly in Rome this October. In this special Mass of the Holy Spirit, we pray together with him in preparation for this extraordinary time for the whole Church. All are welcome. This special Mass will also be livestreamed on Vimeo and Facebook. Come, Holy Spirit!
SCREENING OF DOCUMENTARY ABOUT DEMENTIA Saturday, September 16, 2:00–4:00pm in the Murano Theatre: When All That’s Left is Love is a sensitively directed documentary about the caregivers of individuals living with dementia. The film uniquely presents the difficult inside story of the caregiver’s journey viewed by a son, Director Eric Gordon. Presented in partnership with ComForCare. Join us at Murano, 620 Terry Ave, for a screening and Q&A with the filmmaker, then coffee and dessert. RSVP required, 206-202-4620 or mbonner@leisurecare.com.
ST VINCENT DE PAUL THANKS YOU A young man experienced a spinal cord injury in his teenage years. While his initial prognosis was unfavorable, with fortitude and a lot of work he regained his ability to walk. He strives to live independently and to work instead of applying for disability benefits. When a seasonal job ended, his income lapsed and his ability to pay all of his rent disappeared. This neighbor called the St Vincent de Paul Helpline requesting assistance (206-767-6449 or online https://svdpseattle.org/get-help/online-help-request-form/). Thanks to your donations, we were able to help with enough rent to keep him current. Information, Jo Ann Wiesner, 206-291-4012 or wiesnerjo@gmail.com.
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. Held in the Pastoral Outreach Center. Registration and information, Anisa Ralls, 206-382-4269 or aralls@stjames-cathedral.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. Sessions begin September 24. Information, Leticia Escobar, 206-619-0816, faithfriends@stjames-cathedral.org.
ARE YOU CALLED TO BE A CATECHIST? Do you want to share in the mission of Jesus Christ which you have experienced in the Catholic Church? Do you want to accompany young people as the Holy Spirit guides them—and you—into deeper knowledge of the truth? Then you might be called to be a catechist for Children’s Faith Formation! Materials and support provided. Please reach out to explore how you can serve our children. Information, Tami Kowal, Director of Children’s Faith Formation, 206- 219-5822 or tkowal@stjames-cathedral.org.
TEEN, YOUNG ADULT AND ADULT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FAITH FRIENDS 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. Information, Leticia Escobar, 206-619-0816, faithfriends@stjames-cathedral.org, or www.faithfriendsstjames.org.
SPIRITUALITY AND DEMENTIA: October 4 St. James Cathedral’s Mental Health and Wellness Ministry and the Archdiocese of Seattle Mental Health Ministry are sponsoring Wellness Wednesdays, an educational forum featuring professionals from various mental health disciplines speaking on topics related to mental health. The next installment will be a special hybrid (virtual/in-person) event on Spirituality and Dementia, featuring Sr Judy Ryan and Father James Eblen. It will occur both on Zoom and live at St. Mark’s Episcopal Cathedral on 6:45pm. Register: https://archseattle.org/events/wellness-wednesdays-7/
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