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The Institute of Catholic Thought and Culture at Seattle University invites all to their latest Interreligious Dialogue Initiative event on Wednesday, May 19 at 4pm on Zoom. Speakers Darrell Hillaire and Fr. Pat Twohy, SJ will share about Lummi spirituality in dialogue with Jesuit spiritual practice. We will also hear Lummi reflections on ecology and earth care. Click above to learn more and to get registration information.

With the tragic rise in hate crimes in our area and around the country, it is helpful to have resources at your fingertips. If you ever witness an incidence of hate, attempt to record it on your phone and be sure to report it. Click above to learn how and to find resources for victims. If you want to learn more about how to safely intervene in these situations, we have included bystander resources as well.

For over 25 years, Earth Ministry has been a national leader in engaging the faith community in environmental stewardship and advocacy. They provide numerous opportunities to put your faith into action about issues you care about. Click above to see their current action alerts, including campaigns to limit fossil fuels, support rivers, salmon, and orcas, ban toxic chemicals, and work for climate justice.

Thank you to our over 210 volunteers who helped to make the 2021 Day of Service’s 12 projects a success! In just a few hours, you made or assembled 150 meals for the Welcome Table, 18 travel systems (baby car seat and stroller) for WestSide Baby, 22 no-sew hats and 400 pb&j sandwiches for Union Gospel Mission, 4 snuffle mats for Seattle Humane Society, 110+ day-brightening cards for Kidz, 41 rosaries, 20+ prayer cards, and 70+ cards for OLG ministries, and 75+ hygiene kits for our neighbors on the streets. In addition, we helped 3 food banks provide for those in need and helped at 3 area parks and the OLG garden. Folks at home assembled nearly 100 Homebound Kits, Lunches of Love, Mary's Place baskets, and knitted hats for babies joining OLG families. A HUGE THANKS to our planning team and to all our project leads. It is amazing to see what we can do when we all work together!

Following the guilty verdict in the trail of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Chairmen issued a statement. "Let us pray that through the revelation of so much pain and sadness, that God strengthens us to cleanse our land of the evil of racism which manifests in ways that are hardly ever spoken, ways that never reach the headlines." Click above to read the full statement.

The Welcome Table serves lunch to neighbors in need in White Center every Saturday at noon at The Body of Christ Church (1320 SW 102nd St). In addition to the meal, food and supplies are handed out. Support the meal by donating non-perishable food (cereal, shelf-stable milk, etc.), adult coats, men’s clothing, sturdy shoes, blankets, tarps, gloves, and kids’ clothing. Drop off donations between 11-11:30am in the back parking lot before guests arrive. Volunteers will unload it for you!

We prayed, fasted and gave alms—and now we rejoice because Christ is risen! Our Lenten journey with CRS Rice Bowl challenges us as we begin the Easter season to share the joy of having a loving God that is alive and accompanies us always. Let’s do the same by being present to our global family by caring for their material and spiritual needs. Remember to turn in your Rice Bowl donation at Mass or the Pastoral Center. You can also donate online securely by clicking above. Thank you for your generosity!

Military Caregivers need support now more than ever. Although many faced challenges before the pandemic, the isolation that has come from the health crisis has increased their challenges tenfold. Soldiers’ Angels is seeking female volunteers who are interested in a virtual volunteer opportunity with female caregivers who have asked for support. Be a shoulder for them to lean on and provide them comfort through care packages and letters. Click above to learn more.

Learn with, and join, Catholics across the country who are working to address the sin of racism and end racial injustice in our communities. Click above for access to videos, books, prayers, practical action steps, and more.

The Washington State Catholic Conference (WSCC), the public policy voice of the Bishops of Washington State, has been hard at work testifying and advocating during this legislative session. Join them as they advocate for housing, immigration, economic and racial justice, care for creation, life issues and more! Sunday, April 11 is the final day for most bills to be considered and voted on. Click above to see the issues and take action on the things that matter most to you! Together, we can make a difference!

Poor nutrition can lead to devastating long-term consequences for individuals, communities and entire countries. That’s why communities must work together to ensure that all children have access to better food and nutrition. New planting and cooking techniques are helping many communities in Madagascar improve the health and wellbeing of their children. How does your community work together for the good of others? Remember to turn in your Rice Bowl at Mass or the Pastoral Center. You can also donate online securely at www.olgseattle.org Thank you for your generosity! It is needed now more than ever as fragile communities deal with the pandemic.

Timor-Leste has the highest rate of child malnutrition in Asia, and many children suffer from stunting, which makes a big impact on a child’s growth and future. Home gardens and fishponds are helping families provide better nutrition for their children. What do you eat to stay healthy? What can you do to ensure children have enough food to thrive? Visit crsricebowl.orgto learn more.

Fair Trade your Easter and First Communion Celebrations As you shop for chocolates, decorations and gifts to celebrate Easter and First Communions, consider using your purchasing power to support farmers and artisans around the world. Choose from a variety of sweet treats, Easter decorations, home décor, and gifts of faith on the SERRV website. Use our parish link and 20% of your purchase price is donated to OLG. Win, win, win! Click above to learn more.

OLG will be launching “Faith and Racial Healing: Embracing Truth, Justice, and Restoration” the week of April 11th. This small group program guides participants in telling the truth about the history of racism in the United States, that we might work toward true reconciliation with God and restoration with one another. Click above to learn more and to register by March 28.

Drought has become a big problem across El Salvador, making it difficult for farmers to produce enough crops to support their families. But new farming techniques—and a new generation of young farmers—are making a difference. What would you do if your livelihood was threatened? How can you support young people in your community and around the world? Visit crsricebowl.org to learn more. Remember to return your Rice Bowl donations by Holy Thursday. You can give in person, at the Pastoral Center, or online.

If you are a high school student who is interested in volunteering and/or completing community service hours, St. Vincent de Paul could use your help both remotely and in person with tech support, research, food bank distribution, and conference support. To learn more, contact Riley Irish at rileyi@svdpseattle.org

The Welcome Table serves lunch to neighbors in need in White Center every Saturday at noon at The Body of Christ Church (1320 SW 102nd St). In addition, food and supplies are handed out. Support the meal by donating non-perishable food (cereal, shelf-stable milk, proteins, crackers, canned food, granola bars, fruits, etc.), toilet paper and blankets. They are also in need of men's clothing, shoes, and coats. Drop off donations between 11-11:30am in the back parking lot before guests arrive. Volunteers will unload it for you!

In Madagascar, half of all children are undernourished. That means 50% of kids won’t grow to reach their full potential. But communities are changing this by focusing on improving health and nutrition. What role has food played in your life? How can you help those who lack access to enough nutritious food? Click above to learn more and to access resources like meatless meals from Madagascar.

Aid for Immigrants in Detention Northwest (AIDNW) is looking for friendly people to greet immigrants at the Welcome Center. When immigrants are released from the Detention Center, volunteers assist them in contacting their families and arranging onward travel. Help out twice a month between 3-7pm in Tacoma. On-call drivers are also needed to give rides from the Welcome Center to local hotels, bus/train stations, and/or the airport once a week between 4-7pm. To learn more and apply, click above.

Jesus told us that whatever we did for one of these least brothers of his we did for him. Reflect on the challenge of global hunger—it is a reality for millions of our sisters and brothers. What will you do to support the hungry in our community and around the world? Visit crsricebowl.org to learn more.