Mission – Page 9 – Truth in Love

Confirmation: St. John The Baptist, Buffalo

Nineteen young people received the sacrament of Confirmation Thursday night at St. John the Baptist in Buffalo. The selected Psalm for the evening’s celebration had a very missionary message, which is the whole purpose of the Church: “I will proclaim you, Lord, to my brothers and sisters.” This missionary work Read more

By Archbishop Etienne, 13 years ago

The Church Exists For Mission, Not Its Own Sake, And The Same Is True For Each Of Us

On this Third Sunday of Easter, Jesus appears to his disciples for the third time. This appearance is particularly touching, as Jesus again expresses compassion for and patience with his disciples, while at the same time insisting on their following him as the Risen Lord, while at the same time taking Read more

By Archbishop Etienne, 13 years ago

Welcome!

Welcome to my blog, and thanks for visiting! I became the Archbishop of Seattle on September 3, 2019 after serving as Coadjutor Archbishop of Seattle from June 7, 2019. Prior to that, I served 2 and a half years as Archbishop of Anchorage, 7 years as the Bishop of Cheyenne and many more as a priest of the Archdiocese of Indianpolis.

Preaching is a priority for my episcopal ministry, and this blog is my humble effort to engage the New Evangelization and to serve you, God’s holy, faithful people! Enjoy your visit, and together, may we grow in truth and love.