Today, May 25, Pope Leo XIV will release his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas (Magnificent Humanity), which is one of the highest forms of Church teaching. His letter, which will be released with Christopher Olah, the co-founder of artificial intelligence company Anthropic, addresses the reality of the human person in the context of today’s dominating reality of artificial intelligence.

Whether you are a walker or a hiker, we have some events for you. Our Heavenly Hikers group visited both the Washington Arboretum and the Japanese Garden to stretch our legs and enjoy the spring colors and flowers. This was mostly a slow saunter - stopping to soak in spring sunshine.

Join Fr. Bill Heric for a memorable pilgrimage to Ireland next fall, October 7–16, 2026. Experience Ireland's rich faith, culture, and stunning landscapes. This beautiful journey includes visits to many of Ireland’s most beloved spiritual and historic sites.

Assumption parishioner Mary Fontana has written a new book, Strangers in the Province of Joy: Practicing Radical Hospitality on the US-Mexico Border. Join Mary for a book event at the University Bookstore on Saturday, June 6, at 4 pm. She will talk about the book, which tells the story of Annunciation House, a Catholic house of hospitality in El Paso, Texas, that has housed over half a million migrants and refugees. The event is free and open to the public.

Sponsored by the St. Catherine of Siena Rosary Group, The Relic Project is bringing over 50+ first-class relics of the saints to St. Catherine of Siena on May 20! A short talk will be given, followed by public veneration in Victoria Hall from 2:45 - 5:00 PM. Don't miss this incredible opportunity to invite the saints into your life.

Our NE Seattle Catholic Community will continue to provide a monthly fourth Sunday supper delivered between 5:00 and 6:00 PM to Tent City 4 at its new Lake City location, 3212 NE 125th Street, Seattle 98125, through April 2027 in the parking area behind the Seattle Mennonite Church.

Help us bring our Sunday Night Mass to life at Assumption Parish. This shared parish family Mass welcomes everyone, with a special invitation to teens and young adults, and takes place at 5:00 pm each Sunday. We’re looking for volunteers for liturgical ministries, including lectors, Eucharistic ministers, ushers, greeters, and sacristans. Serving is a great way to feel more connected, grow in your faith, and meet new people. Join us and help make church feel like home. Please sign up below. School families: Volunteering at church counts toward school volunteer hours!

A funeral service for Barbara Fraser, beloved retired 2nd-grade teacher at OLL, will be held at Our Lady of the Lake Church on April 30 at 11:00 a.m. All are welcome to attend and support her family during this time.

Saturday, May 2nd at St. Mary’s by the Lake, 1663 Killarney Way, Bellevue, WA, 9:30 am - 4:00 pm.

Middle school and high school students—do you enjoy photography or just love snapping great photos? Join Shutterbugs, our new student volunteer group! Help capture the life of our parish by taking photos at weekend Masses and uploading them to a shared Google Drive. It’s a fun, creative way to get involved—and you’ll earn one volunteer hour each time you serve. Grab a friend, bring your eye for the moment, and help tell the story of our parish family!

Holy Week in San Sebastian de Yali

This letter is in support of Pope Leo XIV's leadership and encourages all of us toward love and action.

Join us at St. Bridget Church for a magical theatrical experience as ASB Theatre brings Frozen to life on stage! Continue reading...

Over two weekends this Easter season, members of our parish family will offer brief reflections that connect the Sunday readings to Archbishop Etienne’s pastoral letter, A Well-Ordered Society, Rooted in Truth, Justice and Peace. Continue reading...

Join us in being grateful for the wonderful team that helps keep our parish offices running smoothly every day. Continue reading...

Lake City Partners Ending Homelessness sent out notice of a special appeal to maintain the heating, roof, and plumbing systems of their 1953 building, which several of our parishioners helped to renovate before it was turned into a shelter 5 years ago. Continue reading...

Please note that Mass at St. Bridget Church will be canceled on Sunday, May 3, as the church will be set up and in use for the Assumption–St. Bridget School's musical production of Frozen. We are excited to support our school community and this wonderful production. Continue reading...

The Blood Drive will take place in the Fellowship Hall at Assumption Catholic Church. Bloodworks staff will be there to help you from 12 – 6 PM. All are welcome to participate. Please sign up using the link below.

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. During this month, Archbishop Etienne is encouraging everyone to increase our awareness, to educate ourselves and our communities, and to pray for healing for those who have been tragically impacted by the scourge of child abuse.

In this newsy note, see your community at work through Care of the Earth, Supporting the Welcome Circles, PREPARES collections to support young families, Rebuilding Together, and more!