Dear Friends in Christ, The 3rd Sunday of Advent is traditionally known as “Gaudete Sunday,” which means “Rejoice” the Lord is near. As the winter darkness and cold increase, making many people feel sad and listless, this Sunday pulls us into the light and warmth of the coming celebration of the birth of our savior.

Cabrini: A Story of Faith and Courage Hosted by NE Seattle Catholic community Welcome Circle Experience the inspiring journey of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, the first American citizen saint. This film celebrates her faith, perseverance, and lasting impact on immigrants, schools, and healthcare. A story of hope and determination!

We are thrilled to announce that St. Bridget's Nursery will reopen on Sunday, December 22! Complimentary childcare will be available each Sunday during Mass for children aged 6 months to 3 years old.

Dear Friends in Christ, The 3rd Sunday of Advent is traditionally known as “Gaudete Sunday,” which means “Rejoice” the Lord is near. As the winter darkness and cold increase, making many people feel sad and listless, this Sunday pulls us into the light and warmth of the coming celebration of the birth of our savior. Continue reading...

Members of all four parishes in the NE Catholic Community gathered recently to get to know each other and share hopes for how our Catholic Social Justice Ministries might take shape as we come together and how we can collaborate and support each other. We realized how much good work is already happening among us! Prayer and a delicious potluck enhanced the experience. If you are interested in learning more or discerning if your heart is being tugged toward addressing social problems through this parish ministry, contact Sr. Linda Riggers (lriggers@gmail.com) or Katie Fleming (kjfleming1239@gmail.com) for info or ask to be added to the Justice and Peace email communications.

Attention Social Seniors in our NE Catholic Community! Are you ready to mix and mingle? This event is for you! Join us at St. Bridget Church on Wednesday, December 11, at 11:00 AM for a fun-filled cookie exchange. Please bring two dozen cookies to share—whether homemade or store-bought, all are welcome! To-go containers will be provided. We can't wait to celebrate and share this festive occasion with you!

Dear Friends in Christ, In our Catholic Tradition, the most prominent character in the gospel of Jesus is his mother, Mary. She is the first disciple of the Lord who consents to the divine invitation to give her life completely to God’s plan to save us from sin and death and show us what it means to be fully alive. Continue reading...

Dear Friends in Christ, One of my favorite musicals is from the early 1990s, titled “Children of Eden.” It’s the story in Genesis of God’s children, that’s all of us losing the life of Eden by our disobedience and selfishness

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Join us for Thanksgiving Mass! Mass will be celebrated at 9:00 AM at both Our Lady of the Lake and St. Catherine parishes. Please note that there will be no Thanksgiving Mass at Assumption or St. Bridget's. Additionally, there will be no Mass on Friday, and parish offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday this week.

Dear Friends in Christ, As the Thanksgiving holiday comes upon us this week, I am drawn once again to the main character in George Bernanos’s classic novel “The Diary of a Country Priest.” The young priest who is slowly dying of stomach cancer writes in his journal toward the end of his life that “Tout est grâce which in French means "All is grace" or "Grace is everywhere.” This is a central part of the mystery of faith that gathers us as Catholics; that everything good and bad, happy and sad, reveals the presence of a gracious God who loves us and desires fullness of life for us in Christ. Indeed, we have much to be thankful for.

Coffee Hour is going strong, and we need your help to continue this welcoming activity! Volunteering is a great way to connect with others in the parish, make new friends, and earn ASB volunteer hours. Slots fill up fast, so don't wait—sign up today!

Dear Friends in Christ, This past week, I attended the funeral of Thomas Allsopp, who served for many years as a chaplain at the local Seattle Children’s Hospital. He worked with our Deacon Denny Duffel and numerous volunteers who serve as a part of the Camillus Ministry sponsored by St. Bridget Parish. Continue reading...

ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS SET-UP HELP NEEDED Calling all volunteers to help decorate St Bridget Church for Advent and Christmas! Sign up now to help us bring holiday cheer and celebrate with festive lights, greenery, and poinsettias! Service hours are available!

Dear Friends in Christ, As I write this, it is a cool, cloudy, and very rainy day in early November. Earlier today, I walked to pick up a hard copy of the local newspaper, which I do every morning. It was blustery, windy, and raining buckets.

In 2014, the Washington State bishops built upon the good work of Catholic Charities serving Central Washington and created the Pregnancy and Parenting Support Program (PREPARES) to offer pregnant and new moms true choice. Continue reading...

The ACC Frances Hoffman, St. Bridget, and Marjorie Ryan Circles are selling locally grown noble fir wreaths and cedar garlands from Hood Canal Evergreens. All proceeds support charitable causes backed by ACC. Order forms are due no later than November 12, 2024. Wreaths and garlands will be available for pick up at each church later in the month.

Help Assumption and Saint Bridget support local families in need this Thanksgiving! We’re collecting grocery gift cards to assist 55 families identified this year, aiming for an average of $100 per family.

Dear Friends in Christ, As we gather in early November to remember the saints and souls who have gone before us, let us ask for their inspiration to guide us as we participate in the upcoming election day on the 5th. Continue reading...

Looking to help around the church? Helping with our liturgical ministries is a great way to connect and strengthen our community. We need assistance as Sacristans, Altar Servers, Hospitality Ministers/Ushers, Gift Bearers and Eucharistic Ministers. Please consider signing up to help with this important ministry. Need training? Please contact Alex Chopyak.