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Do you know who St. Phoebe is? As a Deacon in the early church, Saint Phoebe, sent by the Apostle Paul, ministered in the church of Cenchreae, a busy port near Corinth, which was a common stop for travelers. Weary travelers were able to hear the message of hope and love from St. Phoebe, and she also used her social connections and wealth to help those who needed it most in terms of support and basic human needs. Continue reading...

Start the school year with God’s blessing! All students are invited to bring their backpacks to any of our parish Masses on Sunday, September 7. During each Mass, we’ll offer a special blessing over the backpacks—and the young people who carry them—to send everyone into the new school year with encouragement, protection, and prayer.

Join us for an evening of mentorship and meaningful conversation! Connect in small-group breakout discussions with mentors from diverse industries as we explore what it means to live and work as a faithful Catholic. Each mentor will guide table discussions, sharing practical advice and personal insights from their own professional journeys. From goal-setting and professional skill-building to staying competitive in your field while living your faith, this event will equip you with both inspiration and actionable tools. Open to YCP Belong and Belong+ members in their 20s and 30s, single or married, from all industries. Continue reading...

Please note, 9:00 AM Daily Mass on Wednesday, August 27, is canceled as there is a Funeral Mass taking place that morning at Our Lady of the Lake at 11:00 am for Gloria Esejo. All are welcome to attend the Funeral Mass or attend the 9:00 AM Daily Mass at Assumption.

We are delighted to welcome back Fr. Michael Ryan, retired pastor of St. James Cathedral, who will be presiding at Masses this Sunday. Don’t miss this opportunity to pray and celebrate with him! St. Bridget: Sunday, August 24 - 9:00 am Our Lady of the Lake: Sunday, August 24 - 11:00 am

Please note the following Mass schedule changes beginning on September 1, 2025 Monday - 9AM - St. Bridget, Fr. Daniel Tuesday - No Mass Wednesday - 9AM - Our Lady of the Lake, 6:30PM - St. Bridget, Fr. Duc Thursday - 9AM - St. Catherine, Fr. Duc Friday - 9AM - Assumption, Fr. Bill

A big thank you to Fr. Mike Angelovic, senior priest in the archdiocese, for donating his chalice to OLL, where he grew up. Father attended OLL school for several years before attending our seminary in Kenmore. Fr. Mike was ordained in 1967 and served in many parishes in Western Washington, including our own Assumption Parish. Let’s remember Fr. Angelovich in our prayers.

On Saturday, August 2, ten enthusiastic hikers gathered for our very first group outing at the beautiful Discovery Park. It was a wonderful morning of connection, fresh air, and breathtaking views. As we walked the trails together, new friendships began to form and conversations flowed easily. We concluded our hike with a heartfelt prayer of thanksgiving, grateful for the gift of community and God’s creation. We’re already looking forward to our next adventure—stay tuned! If you would like to join the Hiking Group - Please contact Fr. Bob Camuso, [email protected]

First Reconciliation/First Communion and Confirmation Do you have a 2nd grader, a 7th grader, or a child eager to receive the sacraments? We’re excited to walk with them on this important step in their faith journey! Classes begin soon, so don’t wait. Continue reading...