On March 13, we will celebrate the 10th anniversary of the election of Pope Francis as our Holy Father. Over the years, he has challenged us on many levels. He has an incredible sense of “freedom” which flows from his deep faith in God, intimate relationship with Jesus Christ and Read more…
In this time of rapid change, Pope Francis wisely notes that we are living not in a time of change, but a change of epoch. I harken back to another saying, that the more things change, the more they stay the same. During the Second Vatican Council, the Church Fathers Read more…
In response to yesterday’s school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, I’ve provided a few thoughts through a video message. Once again, our hearts ache, and we search for a meaningful response. Here are just a few quotes from the message which is below “It’s time to challenge ourselves… to dig deep. Read more…
Last night the Archdiocese of Seattle gathered at St. James Cathedral to celebrate the Chrism Mass. What a beautiful celebration of faith and mission! You can read my homily below, or watch the video which is also included. Check back later for more photos (I hope!) Blessings upon each of Read more…
This Friday is the Feast of the Annunciation of the Lord. It is also the date Pope Francis will consecrate Russian and the Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary. Pope Francis has invited every bishop in the world along with their priests and people of God to join him Read more…
There is much going on in our local Archdiocese today, and hopefully this is also true in all of our parishes. But, in the face of all this activity we must always ask: “How is this serving the mission of the Church”? because the Church exists for mission. To answer Read more…
From Pope Francis after today’s Angelus in Rome, a call for renewed and even deeper prayer for peace in the Ukraine. Brothers and sisters, we have just prayed to the Virgin Mary. This weekend, the city that bears her name, Mariupol, has become a city martyred by the ruinous war Read more…
We welcome the appointment of Father Frank Schuster, current pastor of St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Federal Way, as the new auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Seattle. Congratulations, Bishop-Elect Schuster! I am particularly grateful to Archbishop Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the United States who facilitated this request for Read more…
As we continue to pray for peace in the Ukraine, I find it helpful to use Scripture – because this unimaginable reality is beyond words. Scripture roots us in our belief that all things are possible with God, and that in trying moments such as this, it is the power Read more…
On this wintry morning from Seattle, I wish all of you a blessed feast of the Holy Family! First I wish to draw your attention to a letter to couples released today by our Holy Father, Pope Francis. It is a beautiful reflection on the life of faith, love, marriage Read more…