On this feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary the Archdiocese of Seattle celebrates our 175th anniversary! May 31, 1850, Pope Pius IX created a new diocese of Nesqually in what was then called “Oregon Territory.” Today, exactly 175 years later, we come together in all our diversity to remember Read more…
How is everybody doing? Chin up! Keep the faith. Remember, Lent is all about ‘returning to the Lord. Who could have dreamed the many ways our day-to-day life would be altered? Make good use of this moment. As the Coronavirus continues to impact our day-to-day life, it is important that Read more…
Yesterday, I was in town taking care of an errand, and a young woman at a check out counter noticed my ring. She said something to the effect of: “That is a nice ring. Does it have any significance?” I said: “Yes. It is a bishop’s ring, and I am Read more…