SENIOR SOCIAL

Join us for our Senior Social on Wednesday, April 15, at 11:00 am at Assumption! Come enjoy good conversation, community, and a welcoming time together. All are invited—we hope to see you there!

CHILDREN'S CHURCH/CLOW THIS WEEKEND

BEREAVED PARENT SUPPORT GROUP GATHERING

The Bereaved Parent Support Group will gather on Monday, April 20, at 7:00 pm at St. Bridget’s. This gentle and compassionate group offers a safe, welcoming space for parents who have experienced the loss of a child to come together, share, listen, and support one another. Whether your loss is recent or from years past, you are not alone. All are welcome, and you are warmly invited to join us for an evening of understanding, prayer, and quiet companionship.

ONE WEEK MASS SCHEDULE CHANGE 

AT ST. BRIDGET

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, the Broadway Musical. We are excited to support our school community and this wonderful production.

In preparation for the musical, there will also be a few additional schedule changes at St. Bridget's:

• Daily Mass will be canceled on Monday, April 27, and Wednesday,       April 29
• Adoration on Monday, April 27, will also be canceled

We invite parishioners to join us for Mass at one of our other parish family locations that weekend: Assumption at 9:00 am or 5:00 pm, Our Lady of the Lake at 11:00 am, or St. Catherine at 11:00 am.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation as we support our school community and their production.

PARISHIONER & STAFF SPOTLIGHT:

Meet Anne Lovinger Earhart, a member of our parish family who brings creativity, warmth, and a deep love for community to everything she does. Anne’s journey has taken her all over the world—from Wisconsin and Michigan to London, San Francisco, and back to Seattle—but it was a simple visit to St. Bridget with her mother that led her to rediscover her faith. She shares that hearing Fr. Bill’s homily “literally brought me back,” and from there, she found a community where she truly belongs.

Anne calls Our Lady of the Lake her home parish and has been part of our parish family for 4.5 years. She serves our parish family as the Pastoral Assistant for Stewardship and also supports our communications efforts, helping share the stories and mission of our community.

Anne is married to a non-Catholic and is a proud mom to two young children, with two teenage stepsons, plus Lumi, their Siberian Husky. Whether she’s reading, cooking, gardening, creating art, or playing guitar, she embraces life with creativity and joy.

What keeps her coming back? “The community,” she says. “Being welcomed—especially with my very rambunctious children—is the best.” She recalls a moment after Mass when a fellow parishioner thanked her for bringing her young daughter, reminding her just how inclusive and supportive this community truly is.

Anne loves the welcoming spirit of our parish family and encourages anyone new to jump right in: “We are so happy you’re here! Ask me anything, do what makes you feel comfortable… and don’t miss coffee and donuts—you’ve got a seat with me!”

We are grateful for Anne, for her openness, her faith, and the joyful presence she and her family bring to our community.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK THIS WEEKEND

Please note that the Anointing of the Sick will be offered this weekend, April 11–12. If you are interested in receiving this sacrament of healing, please come to the front pews at the conclusion of Mass.

NEW PARISH OFFICE HOURS STARTING APRIL 13

As our NE Seattle Catholic Community continues to grow as one parish family, we are adjusting parish office hours to better support collaboration and service across all locations.

Beginning April 13, 2026, offices will be open 9:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. at the following locations:

Monday: Assumption and St. Bridget
Tuesday: Our Lady of the Lake and St. Catherine
Wednesday: Our Lady of the Lake and St. Bridget
Thursday: Assumption and St. Catherine
Friday: All four locations

You may call any parish office during these hours, and your call will be routed to someone who can assist you. If an in-person meeting is needed, we will schedule it at the appropriate parish location.

These changes will help our staff collaborate more easily and spend more time serving our parish community.

CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION MONTH

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.

STEWARDSHIP - WEEK ENDING MARCH 29

THEOLOGY ON TAP

All young adults are invited to join us on April 21st at Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub for an evening of faith, fellowship, and meaningful conversation. Bishop Frank Schuster will lead us in exploring thought-provoking topics that connect our Catholic faith to everyday life.

This is a unique opportunity to engage with our Bishop Schuster in a relaxed setting, ask questions, and grow in community. Whether you’re curious about theology or simply looking for a welcoming space to connect, this event is for you!

No registration is required for this event, and it is free to attend; food and drinks will not be provided and must be purchased separately.

Apr 21, 7 pm - 9 pm, Kells Irish Restaurant & Bar, 1916 Post Alley, Seattle, WA

JOIN US FOR AGAPE THIS SUMMER!

We are excited to share that this summer, our parish family will be taking a group of students on the Archdiocese-coordinated Agape Service Project in Bellingham, WA. The Agape Service project is a weeklong program that invites both middle and high school students to work with migrant families in the Skagit Valley. Some program highlights are as follows:

Encounter & Kinship Farmworker Community - relational, direct services include food bank & mobile food distribution, summer enrichment for children, increased access to health & human services Middle & High School Students - service-learning immersion experiences, put Catholic Social Teaching & prayer into action, empowered to be agents of change College-Aged Young Adults - servant leadership formation, summer of faith-filled work, leading & serving all aspects of program

This year, our parish family will be serving from July 26th to 30th.  

If your student is interested in joining us on this service trip, please consider attending an information session on Tuesday, April 14th, at 6 pm at Assumption. If you are unable to attend either of these sessions but are interested in registering, volunteering, or just getting more information, please contact Kristin Holland.

ASCEND YOUTH LEADERSHIP RETREAT 2026

Get ready to rise, lead, and grow in your faith! Join us for Ascend, a transformative youth leadership retreat designed to inspire and form faith-filled leaders.

Date: July 27-29, 2026
Location: Archbishop Brunett Retreat Center

Open to all high school students who are ready to deepen their faith, grow in leadership, and experience an amazing 3 days of prayer, community, and mentorship. More details coming soon—mark your calendars!